For the past few weeks, I've had lunchtime cravings for traditional Italian mix sandwiches/ subs. My solution has been to call ahead to place takeout orders with Ragonese Italian Imports. They don't disappoint. The sandwich is filled with generous amounts of ham, capicola ( an Italian spiced ham), salami, pepperoni, lettuce, tomato, onions, oil and vinegar. The portions are large enough that I share my sandwich with my husband. The business owners are friendly and they greet you at the counter. There's always some customers standing nearby waiting to pick up their orders. The line moves quickly and I've found the customers to be remarkably nice. I think it's because we all have shared anticipation about the awesome lunches we're about to eat. On most occasions, I don't get much further than inside the doorway because of the crowd but the other day I got a chance to look at all of the wonderful display cases. I wish I had a bigger stomach because there were so many tasty looking foods and desserts that I want to try. One time, when I was really hungry after the gym, I ordered a Hungry People sub to feed 2-3 people. That sandwich was on my bucket list, but it took me 3 days to finish it. I'm not sure I could handle another one of those but I will definitely be back for more regular size sandwiches.
Deborah Ward
Best subs, fast service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ray Home
The best Italian food in the capital district,,,,,
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
C Lyons
Everything I've ever ordered from Ragonese Italian Imports is excellent, and I love the experience the store offers: discovering authentic Italian foods and beverages I otherwise would not be exposed to.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
erich schmidt
Had a great Italian mix.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Cutlet, Prosciutto, Italian Mix
Joseph B.
This is your go to - place for traditional Italian Easter Pies I live about three hours away, but my son goes to law school just around the corner from thjs amazing family owned store filled with Italian delicacies, I called on the Monday before Easter and placed my order for a savory (meat and cheese) Easter pie as well as the sweet dessert Easter pie with ricotta and orange zest. My son picked them up on Good Friday and brought them home with him to Horseheads New York. Both pies were fantastic just like my grandmother used to make. The total price of 39.95 for the two of them was a pleasant surprise as well . Just one of these pies alone would have cost that much from one of the New York City bakeries and then another $25 -$30 to have it shipped to my home. I will be ordering these Easter pies again next year for sure.
Mike Marinello
Best eggplant parm sub I've ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Eggplant Parmesan, Italian Mix
Chris Pisano
One of the last good old school places
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Twila Ottinger
The store smells fabulous. The quality of meats and cheeses are terrific. Very polite staff. Great Italian cuisine...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage and Peppers, Italian Mix
Rhonda Farley
I got a delicious meatball sub. Everything about it was fantastic, bread & meatballs.If there was anything I think could have been a little better, I wish there was a little more sauce and some cheese on it.But you can't beat the taste and service.I'll be back and probably for another meatball sub . The cookies are addicting too.
Visited for the first time in many years. Clean and crowded with people. Very popular place. I only stopped in to see what is available. I did purchase some olives and a bag of tarrali. THere are a small olive selection in the deli counter (more are available in jars) and a large taralli selection. However, the imported cheese selection is very good compared to other Italian shops in Schenectady and surrounding areas that I have shopped. Will return for the cheese!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
R G
One of the Capital Region's best delis. The sandwiches are packed with meat and the employees are friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
grandepho1
Delightful shop offering extensive selection of imported Italian products. Fresh baked on premises sandwiches are delicious! Friendly staff, and patrons. Make you feel like you’re family here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
craig hilton
Best subs in town. Friendly service great variety of Italian products!!!
For the past few weeks, I've had lunchtime cravings for traditional Italian mix sandwiches/ subs. My solution has been to call ahead to place takeout orders with Ragonese Italian Imports. They don't disappoint. The sandwich is filled with generous amounts of ham, capicola ( an Italian spiced ham), salami, pepperoni, lettuce, tomato, onions, oil and vinegar. The portions are large enough that I share my sandwich with my husband. The business owners are friendly and they greet you at the counter. There's always some customers standing nearby waiting to pick up their orders. The line moves quickly and I've found the customers to be remarkably nice. I think it's because we all have shared anticipation about the awesome lunches we're about to eat. On most occasions, I don't get much further than inside the doorway because of the crowd but the other day I got a chance to look at all of the wonderful display cases. I wish I had a bigger stomach because there were so many tasty looking foods and desserts that I want to try. One time, when I was really hungry after the gym, I ordered a Hungry People sub to feed 2-3 people. That sandwich was on my bucket list, but it took me 3 days to finish it. I'm not sure I could handle another one of those but I will definitely be back for more regular size sandwiches.
Best subs, fast service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best Italian food in the capital district,,,,,
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything I've ever ordered from Ragonese Italian Imports is excellent, and I love the experience the store offers: discovering authentic Italian foods and beverages I otherwise would not be exposed to.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a great Italian mix.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Cutlet, Prosciutto, Italian Mix
This is your go to - place for traditional Italian Easter Pies I live about three hours away, but my son goes to law school just around the corner from thjs amazing family owned store filled with Italian delicacies, I called on the Monday before Easter and placed my order for a savory (meat and cheese) Easter pie as well as the sweet dessert Easter pie with ricotta and orange zest. My son picked them up on Good Friday and brought them home with him to Horseheads New York. Both pies were fantastic just like my grandmother used to make. The total price of 39.95 for the two of them was a pleasant surprise as well . Just one of these pies alone would have cost that much from one of the New York City bakeries and then another $25 -$30 to have it shipped to my home. I will be ordering these Easter pies again next year for sure.
Best eggplant parm sub I've ever had.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Eggplant Parmesan, Italian Mix
One of the last good old school places
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The store smells fabulous. The quality of meats and cheeses are terrific. Very polite staff. Great Italian cuisine...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage and Peppers, Italian Mix
I got a delicious meatball sub. Everything about it was fantastic, bread & meatballs.If there was anything I think could have been a little better, I wish there was a little more sauce and some cheese on it.But you can't beat the taste and service.I'll be back and probably for another meatball sub . The cookies are addicting too.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage & Peppers, Roast Beef, Chicken Cutlet, Prosciutto, Meatball Parmesan, Stuffed Shells, Turkey Sub, Sausage and Peppers
Restaurantji Recommends
Best Italian food in Albany hands down!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Visited for the first time in many years. Clean and crowded with people. Very popular place. I only stopped in to see what is available. I did purchase some olives and a bag of tarrali. THere are a small olive selection in the deli counter (more are available in jars) and a large taralli selection. However, the imported cheese selection is very good compared to other Italian shops in Schenectady and surrounding areas that I have shopped. Will return for the cheese!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the Capital Region's best delis. The sandwiches are packed with meat and the employees are friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delightful shop offering extensive selection of imported Italian products. Fresh baked on premises sandwiches are delicious! Friendly staff, and patrons. Make you feel like you’re family here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best subs in town. Friendly service great variety of Italian products!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lasagna, Italian Mix