Master Critic Review
Rex Italian Foods
8.6
A classic Italian deli-counter where the move is simple: pick one hot sandwich or one cold sub and let the bread-and-deli-meat balance do the work. It’s built for fast lunches and take-home trays, with enough house-made and imported items to turn a sandwich stop into a full pantry run.
Must-Try Dishes:
Italian sub, Sausage and peppers sandwich, Schiacciata (Sicilian stuffed pizza-sandwich)
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.8
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: Old-school Italian deli sandwiches plus a deep prepared-food and catering bench.
Who should go: Italian deli loyalists and lunch-break sandwich people.
When to visit: Weekday lunch window for freshest hot sandwiches.
What to order: Italian sub, sausage & peppers, schiacciata slice.
Insider tip: Order one sandwich, then add a single prepared side to-go.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Small lot/on-site parking is usually the easiest move; overflow is nearby street parking on Harlem Ave side streets—expect tighter availability during the weekday lunch rush.
Dress code: Casual deli stop—jeans, hoodies, work uniforms all normal. Come as you are.
Noise level: Moderate and counter-busy—fine for quick conversation, but it’s more order-and-go energy than a linger spot.
Weekend wait: Not a dinner-reservation place—expect minimal waiting, but hot-sandwich lines can spike in short bursts (10–20 min) depending on the rush.
Weekday lunch: Often 5–15 min at peak lunch; off-peak is typically quick with little to no wait.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—you can build a satisfying meatless sandwich with cheeses, roasted/seasoned vegetables, and deli sides; best options are usually custom rather than a huge preset list.
Vegan options: Limited—possible with a custom build (bread + marinated veggies/salad-style fillings), but this is a meat-and-cheese-forward Italian deli at heart.
Gluten-free options: Limited—this is a bread-centric sandwich counter; you may be able to do deli salads/antipasto-style items, but gluten-free bread availability isn’t something to rely on.
Best For
Better for: Old-school Italian deli balance: strong bread-to-filling ratio, hot-or-cold sandwich execution, and the bonus of prepared foods/catering add-ons that turn one order into a full meal (or a pantry run).
Skip if: Skip it if you want a slow sit-down meal, extensive vegan/gluten-free reliability, or a modern “crafted sandwich shop” menu with lots of sauces and specialty builds—this place is about classic deli rhythm and straightforward excellence.
Hours
Monday9am - 7pm
Tuesday9am - 7pm
Wednesday9am - 7pm
Thursday9am - 7pm
Friday9am - 7pm
Saturday9am - 5pm
SundayClosed