Be aware, the price on the menu is not the price you are charged if you eat in. They will automatically charge an extra 10% "Dine In fee". So expect to pay that, and the tip, once you get your bill.
Lisa B.
Tiny gem! Had the only item listed on the special board- unique sourdough focaccia bread that my daughter said was the best bread she's had. Topped w/ whipped feta, arugula and Jimmy Nardello grilled peppers. Tasty, unique, special. $8 pizza slice, with a simple, tomato sauce on their delicious bread. A cabinet full of unique Italian speciality items. Cute place!
Misha T.
Had their daily special sando today which was an interesting mix of coppa, sweet potato, brussels sprouts, garlic, cheese and probably something else. I would say it mostly worked though I think the sweet potato in particular felt out of place both in terms of taste and texture. They have a pretty interesting collection of tinned fish with a lot of things I haven't seen before (and I've seen a good amount).
marc olivier le blanc
Great peeps and their food is ??✨, specially their cured meats.
Holger Luedorf
New discovery. Amazing food selection, super friendly owner and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Victoria N.
I'm sorry I don't have any food photos because I enjoy everything there so quickly! I love this place for the homey neighborhood feel next to the wine and flower shops, and personal service from the owner. He knows I love tinned anchovies! This store is all about good food whether dine in or small pantry items. 1) Weekday sandwiches- creative, rotating menu always with a vegetarian friendly option. The best bread with fresh ingredients and an amazing combo of flavors. This is different than your American sando (hazels down the street is delicious as well) but instead has baguette and a more European seeming design. 2) Weekend focaccia and focaccia sandwiches- fresh, yeasty/sourdoughy. sometimes features an exciting addition (tomatoes, anchovies, etc) that they also often carry in store 3) in store shopping- the owner is genuinely excited to share what tinned fish, cheese, meats and produce he finds delicious. I trust I pay for taste and quality with every purchase and love telling them how I used whatever I bought in my most recent kitchen adventure. It truly makes enjoying and cooking food at home a pleasure as well.
Magda de Melo Freitas
Love this place. Nice people. They can make a charcuterie board to eat at the next door wine bar
Tiffany L.
Was in a big mood for a good sandwich and found Alimentari Aurora. They change their menu for food items everyday, so everyday is a surprise! My boyfriend and I shared a pan pizza and both got a focaccia. My goodness the food was so good! I have nothing but good things to say. It was freshly made and you can taste it. The focaccia had avocado, heirloom tomatoes, carrot top chimichurri, arugula, and smoked mozzarella. I would only say I wish there was meat in the sandwich. If I'm in the area I'd definitely come again to see the sandwich of the day.
Russ Cucina
Wonderful neighborhood Italian delicatessen and Italian specialty shop. The weekly sandwiches are creative and amazing, you should definitely come and enjoy one. They have a beautiful shaded and spacious parklet for outdoor seating. In the evening, Alimentari Aurora partners with the adjacent wine shop to do an apericena service. All highly recommended!
Life in the past couple years has convinced me to stay home a lot more than I used to. You know what can make a blah evening at home into a special occasion? Something precious and flavorful and packaged with love. And that's pretty much all you'll find at Alimentari Aurora. They've got tinned fish, chocolate bars, cheeses, olives, pastas. Everything is decadent and divine. I'd rather have a small wedge of cheese from here than the largest block of blah whatever from the grocery store, or a few nibbles of chocolate from here (dates and fennel? yes please!) instead of the largest dessert on any menu. They appear to have a fun little apéro hour offering, and actually that makes me wish I was a neighbor, that I'd leave home for. Instead I will have to drop by every so often to restock on treasures.
Francisco Isenberg
Great place to get a quality sandwich for lunch. They pressed the sandwiches in a panini press so they're warm but not too toasted. Just right! They also have a very secluded feeling outdoor seating area or front, but no indoor seating.
Odin Marin
I love this shop—hands down down best authentic sandwiches for lunch
Andrea Z.
Walked in around 5:30pm on Friday to grab a snack. No wait, was able to place my order quick. Limited snack menu with 2 items but you can order meat and cheese from the case or open up a can of tinned fish. Seating is outside on their parklet, it was super cold so be prepared, they do provide blanket which was a super nice touch!Food: Pan y tomate - this was topped with a marinated mussel, pickled onions and peppers. The bread was nicely toasted, smeared with a thick tomato paste, mussels were plump and flavorful, pickled onions and peppers added a nice briney contrast. A very good snack. Service, great staff even checked up on me in the parklet since it was so cold. Overall a great spot for a light bite if you're in the Portero area, it is on the pricier end but quality was great. Store has a great selection of artisanal foods focused mostly on Italian imports. Tip you can also grab a glass of natural wine to pair with the snacks from Ruby's next door.
Vy T.
5/5 gourmet sandwiches and curated products.So blessed to have this hidden gem in our neighborhood.The owner made his own bread I think. He curated high quality ingredients and put together beautiful and delicious sandwiches.The menu changed daily so check their IG beforehand.The wooden outdoor patio has some seats if you want to dine in. Remember to grab some wine next door from Ruby Wine too.
Music on Sundays are great! Amazing cheese
Be aware, the price on the menu is not the price you are charged if you eat in. They will automatically charge an extra 10% "Dine In fee". So expect to pay that, and the tip, once you get your bill.
Tiny gem! Had the only item listed on the special board- unique sourdough focaccia bread that my daughter said was the best bread she's had. Topped w/ whipped feta, arugula and Jimmy Nardello grilled peppers. Tasty, unique, special. $8 pizza slice, with a simple, tomato sauce on their delicious bread. A cabinet full of unique Italian speciality items. Cute place!
Had their daily special sando today which was an interesting mix of coppa, sweet potato, brussels sprouts, garlic, cheese and probably something else. I would say it mostly worked though I think the sweet potato in particular felt out of place both in terms of taste and texture. They have a pretty interesting collection of tinned fish with a lot of things I haven't seen before (and I've seen a good amount).
Great peeps and their food is ??✨, specially their cured meats.
New discovery. Amazing food selection, super friendly owner and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I'm sorry I don't have any food photos because I enjoy everything there so quickly! I love this place for the homey neighborhood feel next to the wine and flower shops, and personal service from the owner. He knows I love tinned anchovies! This store is all about good food whether dine in or small pantry items. 1) Weekday sandwiches- creative, rotating menu always with a vegetarian friendly option. The best bread with fresh ingredients and an amazing combo of flavors. This is different than your American sando (hazels down the street is delicious as well) but instead has baguette and a more European seeming design. 2) Weekend focaccia and focaccia sandwiches- fresh, yeasty/sourdoughy. sometimes features an exciting addition (tomatoes, anchovies, etc) that they also often carry in store 3) in store shopping- the owner is genuinely excited to share what tinned fish, cheese, meats and produce he finds delicious. I trust I pay for taste and quality with every purchase and love telling them how I used whatever I bought in my most recent kitchen adventure. It truly makes enjoying and cooking food at home a pleasure as well.
Love this place. Nice people. They can make a charcuterie board to eat at the next door wine bar
Was in a big mood for a good sandwich and found Alimentari Aurora. They change their menu for food items everyday, so everyday is a surprise! My boyfriend and I shared a pan pizza and both got a focaccia. My goodness the food was so good! I have nothing but good things to say. It was freshly made and you can taste it. The focaccia had avocado, heirloom tomatoes, carrot top chimichurri, arugula, and smoked mozzarella. I would only say I wish there was meat in the sandwich. If I'm in the area I'd definitely come again to see the sandwich of the day.
Wonderful neighborhood Italian delicatessen and Italian specialty shop. The weekly sandwiches are creative and amazing, you should definitely come and enjoy one. They have a beautiful shaded and spacious parklet for outdoor seating. In the evening, Alimentari Aurora partners with the adjacent wine shop to do an apericena service. All highly recommended!
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Life in the past couple years has convinced me to stay home a lot more than I used to. You know what can make a blah evening at home into a special occasion? Something precious and flavorful and packaged with love. And that's pretty much all you'll find at Alimentari Aurora. They've got tinned fish, chocolate bars, cheeses, olives, pastas. Everything is decadent and divine. I'd rather have a small wedge of cheese from here than the largest block of blah whatever from the grocery store, or a few nibbles of chocolate from here (dates and fennel? yes please!) instead of the largest dessert on any menu. They appear to have a fun little apéro hour offering, and actually that makes me wish I was a neighbor, that I'd leave home for. Instead I will have to drop by every so often to restock on treasures.
Great place to get a quality sandwich for lunch. They pressed the sandwiches in a panini press so they're warm but not too toasted. Just right! They also have a very secluded feeling outdoor seating area or front, but no indoor seating.
I love this shop—hands down down best authentic sandwiches for lunch
Walked in around 5:30pm on Friday to grab a snack. No wait, was able to place my order quick. Limited snack menu with 2 items but you can order meat and cheese from the case or open up a can of tinned fish. Seating is outside on their parklet, it was super cold so be prepared, they do provide blanket which was a super nice touch!Food: Pan y tomate - this was topped with a marinated mussel, pickled onions and peppers. The bread was nicely toasted, smeared with a thick tomato paste, mussels were plump and flavorful, pickled onions and peppers added a nice briney contrast. A very good snack. Service, great staff even checked up on me in the parklet since it was so cold. Overall a great spot for a light bite if you're in the Portero area, it is on the pricier end but quality was great. Store has a great selection of artisanal foods focused mostly on Italian imports. Tip you can also grab a glass of natural wine to pair with the snacks from Ruby's next door.
5/5 gourmet sandwiches and curated products.So blessed to have this hidden gem in our neighborhood.The owner made his own bread I think. He curated high quality ingredients and put together beautiful and delicious sandwiches.The menu changed daily so check their IG beforehand.The wooden outdoor patio has some seats if you want to dine in. Remember to grab some wine next door from Ruby Wine too.