About this guide

Italy Sandwich & Deli Guide is an independent guide for travellers who plan their days around lunch. We list the sandwich shops, bakeries, street-food stands and delis we believe are genuinely worth your time — city by city, starting with Florence, Rome and Bologna. We also write about the history of Italian food and share traditional recipes, always with links to our sources.

How places are chosen

Each listing is cross-checked against several independent published sources — food writers, travel guides, local press and the businesses' own information — for name, address and specialty. Descriptions are written by us.

No paid placements

No business pays to be listed and there are no ads on this site.

About the pictures

The food images on this site are AI-generated illustrations inspired by what each place is known for. They are not photos of the businesses or their products.

Corrections

Hours and prices change. If something is out of date — or you own one of these places and want to share real photos — please email us at service@italysandwich.com and we'll fix it quickly.