Marchese Italian Market & Cafe

Lovely atmosphere, excellent food and service. Efficient Wasn’t sure exactly sure what to expect, but was very well pleased. I will/would go again.

Came here for the first time based off of the reviews, and boy am I glad I did! The cannoli and the tiramisu are absolutely delicious. We will be back for sure!

Hands down the best Antipasto plate I have ever had! Everything was so fresh and flavorful; the serving was large. The owner and her daughter are a rare delight! Do not miss this one-of-a-kind restaurant!

My wife and I both love being here. It reminds us of our time spent in Europe. The portion size is very good given what you are eating. They have many meats, cheeses, and desserts. A friendly atmosphere. A great place to forget your busy world and relax with great food and great friends.

One of the Best and Most authentic Italian markets.
Anamaria- the proprietres, is wonderful, very knowledgeable and a perfect hostess. She makes the deserts she sells and can always recommend a way of preparing your pasta at home. I buy from her the cavatelli, the Piccolo Romano and the pancetta for my meals. When I eat there I usually get Paninni Parma or the house special. The paninni are served with ruffled chips and if you get the pasta you get a wonderful house salad with the delicious balsamic vinaigrette. I quite like the house wines and I am yet to have a glass of something bad while enjoying a nice lunch there.
The cheese and the meats for the panini are Italian brands- which if you like can purchase some to take home.
For desert I always order a capuccino- one of the best in the area with lemon mascarpone cake or canoli. Anamaria makes her creme for the deserts and it is very light, has a wonderful taste without a hint of butter or too much sugar, yet creamy.
You can pick the size of the canoli- small and large, and the attendant behind the counter would fill them with the creme and dip them in chocolate chips.

For wine- I quite like the La Cattura- the red Toscana wine with nice crisp taste with hint of berries.
If you like white wine- they have pretty good Castellani Reserva- a Chianti which is chilled to perfection and pairs well with the cavatelli or any other pasta dish.

This place is small but quite good and the coffee and the deserts are just what you might need as a pick me up. Highly recommend it.

The best cup of coffee I have had at any restaurant or cafe ever. Hands down. The canolli cookie was a bit thick but otherwise their desserts were fantastic. I will definitely go again to try their other foods and for more coffee!

The family went here for breakfast of Cappuccinos, hot chocolate, sliced Italian meat and cheese tray, bread and croissants! What a fabulous treat as everything was so fresh and tasty!

Ok, I love good good. I admit it! And when I find a place that serves amazing food...I will surely tell you! Today was the second time we went to this local Italian market/Deli/cafe. Oh my gosh! I'm in a fresh everything Italian coma right now! This chef is from Italy and it's like I'm sitting in her kitchen and we are old friends,! If you ever get to Virginia Beach, treat yourself to a little slice of Italy! (ok, a big slice! Lol) try the lasagna ( northern italy style made with Beschemal cream)l, the daily specials, Special noodles with Bolognese sauce, ( to die for) and don't forget your wine and desserts!! Annamaria will not steer you wrong,! Best meals of our trip and can't wait to go back again! Annamaria, can I visit you and your Momma in Italy some day??? Marchese Italian Market.

I'm partial to Italian spots, but it's always a pleasure visiting Marchese. The owner is friendly, the patrons are somehow equally as pleasant, and the food is a welcomed addition to any day. With the added patios, I can see this place lasting for many years to come.

New favorite spot!
I went with a friend last week after Facebook highlighted some amazing looking cupcakes. We both had the rotini and meatballs. The food was fantastic! I don’t tend to have strong feelings about pasta sauce, but this was divine. It was served with a greens salad and a side of bread. Lovely plating. I also ordered the bread pudding - it was served hot with what I think was pistachio gelato. I never would’ve ordered pistachio on my own but I’m now a fan.
The café is cozy, Annamaria is very kind, personable and proud of her business (as she should be), and the few customers that came in while we were there appear to be regulars. Everyone was very friendly, just happy to be there - it’s like a little world of its own. Highly recommend!