Marchese Italian Market & Cafe

Excellent environment and extremely friendly staff! Lots of imported Italian foods and wines.

Thought this was more of a market/eatery. The soup was very good but the panini left something to be desired as the cheese was not completely melted. Disappointed there were no cannolis. Young lady who served us was very attentive.

As someone who spent time overseas, Marchese's feels familiar to my time living in Europe. This place defines "authentic." It is not trying to make you feel like you're at an Italian eatery: you simply feel like you're in a modern-day bistro/market located in the old country. Every time I've been in (Wedding Soup and Abruuzo Panninis are our go-to) there are guests sitting around speaking Italian. There are imported wines I haven't been able to locate anywhere else in Virginia. The owner, Ms. Marchese, and some staff are native Italian speakers and they provide insight into traditional and causal Italian cuisine. The food is tasty, the atmosphere is relaxed, the service is personable and the experience is transportive. Step out of the East Coast and into the Mediterranean just by crossing the threshold. ¡Ciao!

My wife and I are originally from New York and we grew up enjoying delicious Italian food from authentic deli's and restaurants in and around Arthur Avenue. We started off with the rice balls and both had the Caprese Panini. Hands down, the best rice balls I have ever tasted. The Caprese Panini was quite delicious too. Best meal we have had in some time. We also got the tri-color cookies and sfogliatella to go. Highly recommend for anyone looking for authentic cuisine and ingredients from the old country. The owner, Annamaria, is such a sweet lady. Very attentive and talked to us a bit as we were seated.

This place was an absolute pleasure! Great food, service, and atmosphere. My wife and I will be returning customers.

Amazing experience overall. Owner was so kind and food was authentic and outstanding.

Authentic Italian market and Cafe. Delicious food and great caffa. Wine on and off premises and really nice people. I'll be back!

Awesome environment in a small and cozy restaurant. Makes you feel like you are in Europe. High quality and fresh ingredients. Also helps that Annamaria the owner is an amazing person! Mille Grazie!

Yum! Excellent desserts, great lunch specials. Nice selection of market items.

Somewhat of an off menu thing but you need to try an affogato (read: a shot of espresso over gelato). So amazing and delicious, great coffee :)