Trinacria Baltimore

Hands down one of my favorite spots in all of Baltimore. Trinacria Deli is a true Baltimore classic — the kind of place that makes you fall in love with food all over again. Every visit feels like a trip to Italy without ever leaving the city. I’ve been working my way through their freezer section lately, and it’s been elite. The Italian meatballs? Maybe the best I’ve ever had. Perfectly seasoned, juicy, and begging for a dip in their house-made spicy red sauce. The pumpkin ravioli with a little brown-butter-sage action? Unreal. And don’t even get me started on their mini tarts — pure dessert bliss. Whether you’re picking up lunch, stocking the freezer, or grabbing a bottle from their crazy-good wine selection (they’ve got over 100 varieties regularly available), you can taste the pride and tradition in everything they do. If you haven’t stopped by Trinacria yet — go. Like, now. Support a true Baltimore institution that’s been doing it right for decades. Old-school charm, real-deal Italian flavor, and unbeatable prices.

Trinacria may not look like much from the outside but walking in those doors is like teleporting directly into heaven. It has an old world charm that is unmatched and a beautiful selection of authentic Italian goods. From the freezers full of pastas and meatballs, to the rack of fresh breads, the wall of homemade sauces, to the deli full of domestic and imported meats Trinacria has it all!!

Finally made it to Trinacria after a service call in Fells today. What a wonderful surprise! A truly authentic Italian market/deli right here in the heart of Baltimore. Man, I’m impressed. Delicious fresh baked baguette with thinly sliced quality meats and sharp provolone $9.99 (large) Make sure you put this place on your hit list. I’ve been missing out!

Absolutely love this place! Been going here with my parents since I was a child. I fly from Florida to get the best olives, lunch meats, homemade sauce, breads, and pastas! Shrimp salad best I’ve had! Thanks Matt and Vince for your great staff and helping my parents!! Mom made the sandwiches!! So delicious! Good luck with new catering biz also! Everything is perfezione!

This place is absolutely amazing! They have the best prices for authentic Italian food, wine and pastries. I really love the homemade ravioli (you have to finish preparing it at home) and olives. Trinacria is definitely worth a visit if you have never been before.

Finally made it to this justifiably well-regarded place on Baltimore's West Side! It's great - the food, service, and layout of the store are excellent and the place is full of character. The sandwiches are amazing. And, as you'd maybe expect, there's a great selection of wine, cheese, pasta, peppers, and lots of other Italian food and drink. Reasonable prices too.

They don't make places like this any more. Trinicria is a classic Italian market, which means it's cramped and difficult to maneuver. That's part of its charm. Shelves are packed full of pasta, wine, and many other delicacies. I stop in sometimes to treat myself to one of their incredible sandwiches.

Wow! My first experience in this ages-old standby! My niece was pivking up supplies for her Italian dinner. Place was PACKED! People handled themselves surprisingly very well. Staff was gracious - even to the guy that dropped a full bottle of wine. This is not a restaurant.

We LOVE these sandwiches! They also have frozen "take and bake" meals in the back and those have been super clutch in the past. I use their spaghetti sauce sometimes too because it's incredible. And the people in here are just awesome. Everyone is kind and welcoming. It's a warm and comfortable atmosphere. Like a little "small town" vibe in the heart of a big city. We love this place and the people in it!

First time here and I won't lie from the outside I was skeptical. As soon as I opened the door I was pleasantly surprised it look a neighborhood market that maybe my grandmother would have shopped at. Plenty of options and things I haven't seen in years. My Panini was tasty and the slice of cheesecake better than Juniors in NYC.

Since I had to go a while 10 months without deli meat, I've decided I'm going to make up for it now. Yep, that's what I'm doing. Trinacria has been on my list to try foreva, I just haven't been able to get out to it since I'm no longer stationed primarily in Bmore. Anywho, like the others have said, it isn't in the greatest of areas; although it appears as though that will be changing soon. It is a small store, like grocery store that also sells food, think salads, desserts, coffee, and prepared items. They have a pretty nice sized menu of options for sammie's and they are at a great price point. I got the small Italian cold cut, everything was crazy fresh from the bread to the meats. I got a large for the him and he enjoyed his sammie as well. Loved it!

Wonderful little Italian grocery with specialty meats and pastries. Friendly and helpful staff, conveniently accessible.

Love this place. Been coming here off and on for 40+ years. We go early Sat am for easy parking and no crowds. Usually load up on specialty groceries, sauces, frozen lasagna trays and really good cheap Italian wine. I love their homemade sausage and meatballs. Deli selections are great and priced right.

Perfect store for wine and prepared foods. Great selection of Italian food. My go to for great pasta salad

Amazing little Italian shop in Baltimore , old world style that has aalll kinds of Italian groceries including fresh breads . The deli counter has several meats, cheeses & salads . The walls are stocked with Italian can goods and products, the freezer filled with authentic, fresh frozen meals ( you could almost hear Nonna in the back ) They also have a pretty good pastry/ cookie counter - they look so yummy! A good selection of wines makes one want to just eat there and enjoy a fine Italian meal , unfortunately, it's only a grocery store so no place to eat. Check out my pictures and just go!!! Your taste buds and tummy will thank you !!!

Trinacria's a Baltimore institution for three generations (since 1908) of the Fava family is a walk back in time. It is a destination for old world charm and great prices on wines, deli and all the pasta you could ever imagine. Located on Paca Street blocked for the infamous Lexington Market (presently undergoing a revitalization) Trinacria's takes you back to a time when life seemed to be simpler and everyone knew you from the neighborhood. What amazes me is the number of people who travel here from far and wide to source some of the best Italian food and experience an old fashion shopping experience. Where do I start? From the door of course. Walking in you notice the rustic wood floors where countless patrons have strode. You smell the fresh baked breads and notice the wooden bins of loose pasta (buy by the pound). You eye up the shelves of Italian cookies, oils, vinegars, spices and a sundry of canned goods and other macaronis. You notice the deli with a huge list of domestic and imported meats and cheeses and a cold case full of fresh mozzarella and ropes of Italian sausages. The prices are amazing when compared to the big box stores and everything is cut fresh and wrapped by hand in deli paper. If your hungry, try one of their fresh made sandwiches: Italian cold cut, shrimp salad, and my favorite, the Italian tuna on focaccia. My mouth is watering! Look down and around you will see one of the most understated gems of Trinacria's, their wine selection that starts at $3.99 a bottle! I have on many occasions found hidden wine gems for $6.99 or $9.99 that are valued at up to $25 a bottle in my wine app! The last stop is the frozen section which is great to pickup complete frozen meals like lasagna, chicken Marsala, raviolis, manicotti and even frozen dough balls that make the best pizzas at home. This is the real deal, old school institution with great products and even greater people. It truly is one of those places that I call "home.".

Just have to have their homemade Italian sausage for my tomato sauce. And they are the only store I can find the imported SanMarzano (Italy) crushed tomatoes (28 oz can) that is a must have for the best flavored sauce. Truly a special and unique flavor. They also did the desserts for my wedding a few years back. Amazing! Worth the drive and absolutely great prices on everything especially the wines.

The best prepared foods, pasta, bread, sausages, salami, canned tomatoes, mushrooms, setc. and the prices are amazing. I drive 100 miles round trip for the food and experience. The people who work there are all very nice and helpful. You will never regret it!!!

Second day of work training and I found Trinacria while searching for a sandwich spot. I appreciate a good hole in the wall... Trinacria is this type of place. (Not a literal hole in the wall, but ambiance and easy to pass by) I literally drove past because it didn't look open from the outside. It's dimmly lit inside and the cold cuts/deli menu is a little hard to read. I was looking for a Turkey and Ham sandwich. I didn't see one, but chose to customize the Turkey sandwich. It took about 5 minutes. I went outside to wait and the preparation was like Jimmy Johns. I walked outside and ot felt like my sandwich was being brought to me seconds later. For whatever reason, my camera wasn't working when I opened the sandwich before eating. The sandwich was a decent size. 3/4 is all I needed. The last 1/4 would be just what I need to drive home in traffic and stay awake. I'll be back these last two days for lunch.Deli SandwichesDeli Sandwiches Edit... Second day coming back was just as good. I ordered the Shoes Turkey Paninni without the artichokes and picked up some Prosciutto and Asiago Breads. The Paninni was good. I think the Paninni press could have been hotter as the sandwich was barely warm. If the cheese was melted a little, that would have made a big difference. Nevertheless it was a good sandwich. The Asiago Cheese Bread was just OK, but I think of its earned up, it'll be hittin'... However, the Prosciutto Bread... get some of that! Thank me later!

Always a great day when I discover an old world Italian Deli. When you walk in you get the amazing aroma of the cheese and cured meats which says "you have entered a Salumerie." Not very far from the Lexington market, they were quiet a little after 1 Friday afternoon but really picked up when I was leaving. They have deli meats, cheese, desserts, olive bar, wine, refrigerated/frozen sauces, pasta, dough and dry/non perishable Italian staples. It has a Bodega feel to it & you could spend some time looking around in the tight spaces. If I Iived closer, I would be here a few times a week! Ordered some Subs/Panini for sharing. The Meatball, Mufalleto & Veggie Panini. The Sub roll was perfect! Mufalleto had the salty/tangy olive spread that played nicely with the Capi, Mortadella & Salami. Meatball Sub was huge! Definitely get it with Provolone cheese. Veggie Panini was very good with the Tapenade taking it over the top. Their meat and cheese selection is extensive. They even had Guincale which is hard to find and some would argue is necessary for true Carbonara. Upbeat and friendly people behind the counter and in the kitchen. A hidden gem that I wish was closer!

Trinacria is such a gem! I went with some co-workers for lunch on a weekday. We got paninis to go. I got the Veggie Panini (Artichokes, Tapenade, Roasted Peppers, Fresh Mozzarella, Olive Oil) but substituted pesto for the tapenade. It was a generous portion, and so delicious! I will definitely be returning in the near future for lunch, baked goods, and more.

Been coming here for over 35 years and it's always consistent and top notch. Not even sure how it's possible over such a long period of time but alas it is. I would never turn down an opportunity to either shop here or get a sandwich. Everything is super fresh and the Italian bread just like it is in Italy. One of the gems of Baltimore.

Food is fresh and Very tasty. Sometimes this establishment is crowded but getting service is pretty smooth and fast. Going into this store is always a pleasure because the customer is always considered snd treated with respect,

Trinacrias is a Baltimore jewel. Food is traditional and fabulous. Staff are always friendly

Trinacria at Lexington Market - My pizza slice was clearly old and barely warmed through. Greek salad was filled with rotting lettuce. I'd have been better off lighting $15 on fire...

Today I was waiting for my brakes to get fixed, around the corner from Trinacria, at Maish's Auto. While waiting I started to get hungry, as I had not yet had lunch. I asked if there was a good place to get a sandwich nearby, and they recommended this place. I walked down the block and upon entering, I thought the place was really interesting. This local Deli does not only do sandwiches. They are a real local Italian Deli. They sell wine, homemade pastas and pastries, and several other Italian specials. I have included photos and the sandwich menu. As I had come for a sandwich, I decided to order the chicken parmigiana. Their employee Matt, took my order (great name btw haha). The sandwich was delicious. They made it with focaccia bread, super fresh breaded chicken, provolone cheese and a tangy sauce. It was also really well priced ~$7. I wish I lived within walking distance, I would definitely visit them weekly if I could. Picture of sandwich included.

The best! Great sandwiches, I think everyone knows that. Even better: Italian bread, bulk olive oil (great quality!), Italian pasta, supplies, deserts. The frozen lasagna and other pasta are terrific! Best prices on wine, bottle or bulk. Great historic shop!

I like this place. They don't have a ton of cream sauce options on the menu but if you ask they make delicious cream sauces.

An Italian store that has pretty much all the basics of Italian ingredients. A good variety of meat, homemade pasta, friendly staff and more importantly, they carry burrata cheese

Not far from the world famous Lexington Market by the corner of Mulberry and Paca Street is Trinacria. It's like stepping into the past the moment that you enter the store. Every variety of shape and type of dry pasta is available to purchase. Wines from Italy that don't require a you to take out a second mortgage on your Condo . There's a Deli Case with Italian Cheeses and Olives. Many types of Italian Ycold Cuts like Cappicola, Mortadella, and different Salamis along with Marinated Artichoke Hearts and stuffed peppers. The vibe hear is an old school Italian Deli they sell a variety of freshly made frozen raviolis . They sell Stuffed Shells and Housemade Meatballs. There's even canned imported San Marizano Tomatoes. Tomato Paste in a squeezesble tube like toothpaste. Everyone working behind the counters is super helpful and your items are packed in recycled boxes that were used for their incoming Deliveries. Stop to say hi or stop to buy pasta for a year, you will be glad that you did.

When we want all things Italian, we go to Trinacria's. Today, we picked up 3 cold cut subs - made to order, several unusual pasta types, and wine. The prices are so reasonable. You cannot go wrong going to Trinacria's.

Been going here since I was born! They have the most amazing food! Deli, fresh baked breads, frozen prepared dinners, and their prices cannot be beat! The smell of the place and the visual of all the wines is enough to make your heart happy and feel like you're stepping into the past! My favorite place in all of baltimore!

Look if you ever are on your way to an event or someone's house, stop here and grab one of their wines! Look from $4 to $8, you can get some of the best tasting wines! The meatball sub and the Italian hoagie is the best. Everything is so fresh. The blackbottoms are worth mentioning as well.

If you like pasta then you should make a trip out here - they have tons of frozen and fresh pasta including harder to find selections such as bucatini and squid ink to choose from in addition to very very very well-priced deli meats. The prepared food selection is no DiPascale's but you're paying half as much so I can't complain. I only had the muffalletto (plenty of meat, my grievance would be the "olive salad" is more of a thin olive tapanade and as someone who's obsessed with muffulettas you gotta have the chunky giardiniera mix and splash plenty of the oil and vinegar on the roll.) the owner?? Was very sweet. I want to come back for the prosciutto panini and def for the squid ink pasta.

Suppose you're looking for Italian staple products, then look no further. Honestly, I feel ashamed to have just recently found out about this place. The cold cuts are serious as fuck, and the frozen selection of classic Italian favorites make a good lunch or quick dinner option. The traditional products they offer make for some of the best homemade spaghetti and lasagna options if you can cook.

This is my go to place for wine (as cheap as $4 bottles) and their deli is fantastic. Can't go wrong with any of their sandwiches (especially with prosciutto). Will miss this authentic local Italian grocery store when I move out of Baltimore, this is truly a gem.

One of the best sandwich shops in Baltimore. All the prices are super reasonable. Get the Italian or the Meatball sub and thank me later.

Had a doctors appt yesterday which is right down the street from here so why not come in ? I could have came on Tuesday but why wait. As soon as I came in there was no line so I ordered my usual, a large italian coldcut with everything no mayo extra oil and vinegar. While waiting I was asked was I taken care of yet. One thing I value is good customer service! My wait time was about ten minutes. The size of the sandwich is pretty big and the cost is less than ten bucks so thats a win win situation. Now the taste of it is a 10/10 and it is always the same everytime I get it. I let my boyfriend try half of my sandwich me being nice LOL and now he wants 1 next time I go. Sidenote Trinicaria and DiPasquales are the only two spots I get italian subs from!

Italian cold cuts are very cheap and good. I would go back just for that. They have a good variety of items to make your own pasta or Italian dish at home. Chicken parm was huge and tasty on a fresh piece of bread. Sauce and cheese was delish. The chicken was a frozen patty that I wasn't fond of. Customer service was wonderful. Everybody was helpful and ready to help. I think my opinion of this place may slightly be jaded because I am comparing it to dipasquales. They have my heart. This place is cheaper than dipasquales, but you get what you pay for.

A terrific range of Italian products always good. Extremely quick delivery. Amazing selection of sauces and pastas dishes.

Trinacria is a wonderful Italian grocery store where you can get all kinds of pasta, canned tomatoes and other dry goods to prepare Italian meals. They also have a large variety of home made meals like lasagna, scampi, ravioli that are frozen and ready to heat up at home. Huge selection of Italian oils and vinegars. Great deli section where you can get sandwiches to go. Homemade marinara and other fresh sauces in jars. Wonderful tiramisu, cannoli and other homemade desserts. The best prices on bottles of wine you will ever find. You can buy bags of fresh mozzarella, meatballs and more. There is metered parking in front of store and a free parking a half block away.

I had the pleasure of trying one of their sandwiches yesterday and instantly fell in love! My cousin brought me an Italian meat sandwich with real mozzarella cheese and pesto. When I say "real mozzarella" I'm not talking about the one you buy at the supermarket. I'm talking about the one that is thick with pride and joy and authentic! The sandwich was big enough for us to split. I am looking forward to trying more of their sandwiches in the near future. Baltimore has so many hidden food gems and this is definitely One of them!

This place and the people ROCK Don't miss it . The garlic bread is fresh , smells great and usually doesn't make it home with me. I eat easily a half pound of the salami lunch meat, provolone and pinches of the garlic bread on the way back to the Easter Shore

Hands down the best Italian deli in Baltimore. Their fresh and frozen grocery and prepared foods are amazing...not to mention delicious subs.

Simply the best. A little piece of Italy. Homemade sauces, Italian pasta, breads and delicious frozen entrees offer the best Italian food short of Little Italy restaurants.

Known for their extensive selection of authentic Italian items, it's no wonder Trinacria is a little known gem in the city. From fresh Italian meats and cheeses, to fresh olives, bread and other traditional Italian food wares, Trinacria has you covered. I especially like their 3.99 wine bin area. You can easily stock up on delicious wines for events, without breaking the bank. In addition to foods for Italian meals, they boast a kitchen portion that pumps out delicious sandwiches and other items. If you're in the area, check out Trinacria and their awesomely helpful staff.

Can't say enough good things about this place! The owner Vince really puts his heart into this place and it shows. Tasty food, friendly service, amazing value. Their catering process is SO simple with easy online ordering and free delivery. Really takes the stress out of planning an event, they will even provide staff if needed.

First time back here in probably 20 years, since I don't live in the area anymore. Did not disappoint! Love the smells of freshly grated cheeses. This time I got a sandwich and the bread was fresh and it was loaded with meat and cheese. I could only eat half of it for lunch and had the rest for an afternoon snack. Look forward to my next trip.

This place is a Baltimore gem!! This is definitely a place to take your loved ones to, especially if they're visiting. This is a great way to show people one of Baltimore's several great eats! There's also a large selection of wines for CHEAP (starting at $4+), frozen meals, Italian baked goods, meats, cheeses, olives, and packaged goods. I wholeheartedly recommend: Italian sub (with everything), prosciutto panini, and prosciutto sandwich! The freshly baked breads (e.g. prosciutto bread) are also great (plain or with some butter)!

One of the few old and great remaining family owned businesses in Baltimore City. Trinacria is located in what was a decent part of west downtown. Over the years they have weathered the west side decline and urban blight, while somehow maintaining their fair prices, quality and homemade foods, and a welcoming environment for all city residents. The neighborhood around Trinacria is slowing improving however I hope it never "gentrifies" and prices these folks out of their N Paca St building, as that would be tragic. Buy their cold cut sub and pop squat on the curb out front. Buy some of their homemade pasta and sauce for a meal later; and don't forget to take home some of their $4 bottles of decent wine! Trinacria, keep doing what you do and never change, y'all are one of the few flawless Baltimore City establishments.

As a deli it seems very popular but I have never purchased packaged goods there so I will refrain from commenting on that aspect of their business further. The food is amazing at the deli counter. So far I've had the Italian coldcut sub, the meatball sub, and the chicken Caesar salad. Salad was fine; nothing special but decent. The Italian sub was phenomenal... high quality meats and a hearty portion. But the meatball sub was the winner. They hollow out the sub roll; stuff it with huge tasty meatballs, sauce, and cheese; and then cram the doughy goodness back on top. I will absolutely return. I also want to try their cafe location as it seems to have a slightly larger menu.

Sorry Trinacria, was trying to find a reason to give a great review but simply couldn't. Went there years ago and was underwhelmed but figured I'd make another effort. Standard Italian sandwich was ok but nothing great- no standout bread, average meats - a very average sandwich. Not what you'd expect from a "known for Italian deli food" type of spot. Appetizer of sausage and peppers was sliced sausage (awkward) of ok taste in a sea of marinana sauce. The three stars is me being nice because I respect the establishment's history.

Really, truly, the best Italian grocer (best overall grocer?) within 100 mile radius. Lots of prepared frozen foods for reheat that completely blow anything else out of the water. I come here for the sandwiches. Best meatball sub in the world. Half a loaf of bread, emptied out, and then filled with cheese and a bunch of meatballs. Great Italian sandwich. Great eggplant parmesan. Delicious tiramisu to go. An important Baltimore staple.

Absolutely love this place. I probably get the lasagna two or three times a month, they have a good wine selection, lots of ingredients sold individually so you can make your meal yourself or buy it frozen. Sandwiches are good. Fresh bread. The shrimp salad is absolutely delicious. Definitely a must try.

Dirt cheap huge Italian sub at $7.41, tax included. It was big enough for two. The real deal Italian cold cuts to fresh baked bread ratio was spot on. The young lady that helped me was all business which was fine. Trinacria is a small traditional Italian grocery located in a part of downtown that has seen better days. Strictly metered street parking only. I like to retune to check out the refrigerated pasta and try other subs.

The staff here is incredibly friendly and the deals are amazing! The absolute best thing here is the prosciutto bread! When it's warm it's to die for! Warm, tasty bread with chunks of prosciutto, salami, and cheese baked in...a meal in and of itself! The deli meats are reasonably priced, and the sandwiches are incredibly good. Italian grocery selection is quite abundant, and they have great deals on table wine and wine for cooking. The cheeses sauces and pastas are cheap and delicious. We usually go here about once every couple months to stock up on Italian groceries and enjoy a delicious homemade latte.

Visited during a short day trip to Baltimore. Very small space but they utilize it to the fullest with tons of items. They also sell a lot of different wines at very affordable prices. Highly recommend their sandwiches (esp. the meatball sub and rosemary ham panini) and fresh rosemary focaccia. It can get a little dicey in there as far as maintaining distance from other customers when busy though

Chicken-Parm sandwich is the best I've ever had. Visit these guys and experience another awesome chapter of Italian-American history.