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This Butcher Shop is classified in the category of Italian restaurant.
The Best Cold cut Selection The Hot Sub's are a Meal in Themselves
Food is always fresh and the employees are friendly and very helpful
Awesome in every way. Best meats and prepared food
This place is a gem. It's been there for as long as I can remember. Great Subs. Grilled steak tips are amazing. Butcher shop. Fresh-made pastas prepared to order. The best antipasto ever. Great imported cold cuts. Anything an Italian food lover could ever want
Grew up eating at Bob's, haven't been there in years.... same look same subs. Went with old reliable Jumbo Italian w/everything. Very good but got a little thinner over the years...lol ... wish I'd had!
I drive down from NH about 3-4 times a year, just to go to Bob's. My neighbor (a former Medford resident) introduced me to Bob's several years ago. I will be forever greatful! Love the thick sheet pizza, huge subs, and the italian meats and cheeses behind the deli counter. They make pasta dishes to go, right in front of you! My wife and daughters love the chicken broccoli alfredo with ziti. Made from scratch, one order at a time.
Delicious food and great service. Thank you!
This was one of the most authentic New England Italian markets I've been too. The staff was friendly and efficient. They had a huge variety of homemade raviolis, pastas, and other Italian products. The food was ok. I got a hot pastrami sandwich, which was good, but extemely salty because they put so much meat inside. Chicken BLT was delicious. It took a while to make, although this is because the chicken was cooked fresh.
Best subs ever! GREAT butcher too.
Hole in the wall Italian market/ sub shop. Great beef selection. Steak and cheese are superb!
The best Italian deli in Medford! Call ahead for pasta dishes and sandwiches, and they'll be ready when you get there.
Bomb sub. Made for your average hard worker. You should try everything at least once
Love Bob's subs
Excellent food and service.
Bob's is my favorite place for antipasto salad, subs and pasta dishes! I tried the ribeye dinner tonight and was blown away once again by the fantastic flavor and great service! thanks to all the cooks and cashiers for all you do it's so much appreciated!
I used to frequent Bob's quite a bit back when I used to live in Somerville, not too far from there, for over three years. I heard about the place from a few friends, saw the hype on Yelp, and being a lover of Italian food, decided to drive over to check it out. Upon walking in, I knew that this place was special. I slowly eased myself in as a consumer. Originally, for the first couple of trips there, I didn't get much more than a sub and a drink but eventually I decided to brave the lines at the deli counter and haven't looked back since. Whether you want some great cheeses, meats, olives or Italian delicacies, this place has you covered. My wife and I drive there annually now to get some cold cuts for the traditional post-Christmas party we attend and everyone loves it every single time. We also swing by when in the area. From my numerous visits there, I've always left very happy, except one instance. The service, the prices and the selection is fantastic although parking can be tricky since it's street parking only. And the only time I wasn't fully satisfied was during Christmas vacation when I placed my order in over the phone. I arrived to an extremely busy store to pick it up and they have essentially tripled everything that I wanted in my order. I could have had it adjusted, but that would have meant having to wait in line for 2+ hours to get it adjusted and to pay so I just paid and left instead. I guess there could be bigger problems in life then too much prosciutto, salami and provolone. Aside from the cold cuts, deli items and subs, they also offer pizza and also have various convenient items like fresh bread, all kinds of dried pastas, salads and cheeses. They also import all kinds of Italian products like Nutella, olive oils, tomato sauces and also have a frozen food section where you can buy various frozen pastas. Overall it's a great store but depending on when you go, you'll just have to be patient. But you will be generously rewarded by waiting and Bob himself is a very friendly man and plays a big role in the local community.
Small place but delicious
I LOVE this place! This is the best place to buy fresh, handmade Italian food, just like Nonna used to make. Bob's holds a special place in my heart.
This place is AMAZING!!! I LOVE the food here. I have never not enjoyed every bite. Everything on the menu is delicious. Worth the drive, and every penny. Portions are very generous, the service is fast, and the staff is friendly.
Go in hungry at your own risk - everything in here looks, smells, and tastes incredible! Even if you're "sure" you want one of their amazing Italian sandwiches, you have to walk past the fresh antipasti and the sheets of hot, cheesy Sicilian pizza to get to the sandwich counter. Good luck!
Everything was 5 star, the people, the food and the presentation!
First timer. The chicken parm was freakin' awesome, AND I met Bob! Apparently, he's hardly ever there. Lucky!
Good joint in Medford great Italian stuff
Always great food and friendly staff! Perfect little Italian market and takeout restaurant. Perfect to stop by and grab dinner AND rolls and cold cuts for lunch the next day. They've even got cold calzones or pastas prepared for parties.
I go for the sandwich and end up spending $80. They got some many things to take home. Calamari salad is the best i ever had.
Quick service at the sandwich bar in bar. Sandwiches are huge!
Best Italian sub I've ever had
My buddy Mike Z says Bobs can’t be beat! Try the chicken parm. Really anything.
A life long customer who moved away. Been coming here all my life. The best local takeout sub/prepared food shop around. Great food and friendly staff. Only issue is they dont know how to handle customers when great service isn't being presented. Just recently stopped by to pick up some take out while visiting family in city. Ordered 2 subs and 1 slice of cheese pizza for 2 year old son. When I arrived right before busy lunch rush I was 1 of 3 customers waiting for food. They were making a new tray of cheese pizza to accommodate the last piece of my order. At one point there was over a dozen of customers waiting for food, getting their orders and leaving. I waited 55 minutes for that slice of pizza. At one point I asked the owners son how much longer and how displeased I am that I was never told how long the wait would've been in the first place. Sat and watched my other food get cold. Owner could care less. Never offered and apology or anything. Only person who apologized was one of the food makers I didn't even deal with the whole time. When i checked out i asked ladies for the owners number and they told me i can call into the shop. Nice. Maybe ask to take my number down next time. This is the type of stuff that ticks me off about service. This place is so popular and we'll off they don't care if lousy service is given. Sorry Bob maybe you need to get some management with personality that can "manage"
Great food and service.
I frequent this place on Mondays and their subs are awesome. I usually go with a steak tipsub or cheese steak.
Not the best, but very good Veal was a little tuff,But an all around great Italian menu.
Great Italian food and super friendly
The best steak and cheese ever!!! But make sure to get either the small or jumbo so it has the braided roll
I love Bob's! The steak and cheese is AMAZING and the staff is so nice! I recommend bobs for everyone.
Love this place, an institution in the area it has the best deli and sandwiches. Great take and bake or make food and imports you can't get anywhere else. I love the stuffed rigatoni and the various salads. Cold cut sandwiches with fresh cut meat while you wait.
First time to Bob's. Has an old butcher and deli shop feel. Portion sizes are generous and fresh, and staff were quick to make your order. One of the best Italian subs I've ever had. Highly recommend a visit.
Lady on the phone said they do not toast the bun or any sub roll which is odd maybe if they did their subs wouldn't be so soggy, steak and cheese was not great pretty bland, despite asking for extra cheese there was barley any. My girl got the half and half which is a great idea but again having sauce on it made for a very sloppy, soggy sub. Chicken parm half was nothing special however the meatball half was incredible would probably come back for only a meatball sub or maybe just the meatball dinner since they can not simply toast the bread
Excellent meatballs! Great selection of Italian foods, cut meats, and cheese.
Me and my friend had prosciutto and buffalo mozzarella and it was excellent would recommend it to anyone
Great customer service and great food. Food is a little pricey but its so worth it.
We absolutely love the food at Bob's. Nice family owned and run store. Carry out and catering available for some great Italian food.
I want to live here. I live 1.5 blocks away and I would consider moving into this store just to be closer to my favorite sandwich. The place is cramped and you often end up standing way too close to a bunch of strangers, but the food is just so good. The deli counter is fast and efficient (except the one guy who I'm pretty sure is stoned 100% of the time). I love the seafood salad and the smoked turkey, my boyfriend is partial to the meatball sub. We always get the house fries, their smaller than the steak fries that come if you order "regular" fries and so so so very good. The variety of fresh pasta, marinated meats, sausages, fresh desserts, sauces, calzones, its just unending and amazing. We probably get a meal from here at least once a week.
Got jumbo italian 3 pieces salami 3 mortadella 3 provalone 3 suppose to be capicolla wasnt 10.00 bucks for a subway special youve really gone down hill
The best, been a favorite spot for 25 years. Always great
If you love fresh Italian food where the service is fast,you will love this place. I have been coming here for 15+ years. Never had a bad sandwich or dinner. Lots of imported goods...yum o
Great place nice atmosphere they cater to you specifically
Had a meatball parm submarine sandwich. The meatballs were cold and the peppers were cooked in oil that had a funny taste. My friend who had a pastrami sandwich was shocked at the prize $10 saying that he could have the same quality /size for $7. Post script. I received a response in a very timely manner from Bob. He invited me to come back to try another submarine sandwich. I ordered the Italian sub at the recommendation of an employee. It was stellar! Fresh bread, abundant with meats and Italian spices. Would definitely go back again. They redeemed themselves!
Awesome subs! They are always busy but order online and it's always been ready by the time I get there. Plus the portions are quite generous =)
Fresh Italian foods! Everything you need Italian
While On my way to Boston’s Logan Airport on Tuesday (May 21, 2019) I made a slight detour to Bob’s (Italian) Food Store in South Medford and picked up a roast beef sub sandwich. After visiting all 50 states and eating sandwiches in most I can confidently say that Bob’s has the best sandwiches in the USA and most likely beyond. If you are in the area you should stop by and check them out. (My first visit to Bob’s was in 1970 !)
Bob's great food. A real Italian Grocery and Deli
Best food Ever! Family owned, friendly staff. I love coming here whenever I'm close by.
Delish! ! Service was quicker than I expected. Pleasant staff.
The chicken cutlet parm is huge and very tasty. Good value for money here
Damn good food.
This place has been my favorite sandwich shop and go to place for catering for the last 20 years. All I can say is try it, you will not be disappointed. There 6 foot party sandwich is the best. My two favorite sandwiches are the chicken parm and the steak bomb. Let's not forget about there butcher shop packages and of course the house made sausage. They have great package deals. My favorite is the house made sausage. I can't wait to pull out the grill and fire them up.
What an incredible local Italian market. We ordered a few massive sandwiches for a party, as well as meatballs & gravy, and wow! Hit of the party! Incredibly friendly staff, great customer service. Feels like a family market where everyone is happy to have you as a customer.
I specifically ordered a calzone to be heated and ready by 12:15. I was 3 minutes late but when I got it, it was alreadt cold. Then I waited another 10 minutes to have it heated again. Once I paid for it, i realized I was over charged and when I called her on it, she said that's the price. I had her check the menu she had and then she agreed with me. Over all not a good experience but the calzone was good.
Great food, people, and prices.
Ordered Italian deluxe sub w hots I get a sandwich no tomatoes onions or anything, from a stressed person with only 4 people in line 2nd time I visited. 1st time I visited I would give 5stars.
If you want pure Italian authentic food call Scott sandwiches in Meats, there is only one place to ever go to and that's Bob's Italian deli in Medford
It's a good restaurant, definitely not a 4.5 restaurant though.
Awesome subs, meats, and sides. Loved it!
Hands down the best Italian market/ Food in the state!! To start the staff is so friendly and helpful. They have a huge selection of food and literally everything is good. But they have a deluxe imported Italian sub that will absolutely blow you away! It literally doesn't compare to any other Italian sub I've ever had. The meat in this sub is Delicious- it's quality you can taste! The toppings are fresh. And they use thickly sliced hot cherry peppers instead of the ordinary minced cherry peppers- the difference this made to a spicy food lover like myself was beyond measure. I can't say enough nice things about this place
Amazing sandwiches and amazing portions!
Italian is near one of the best food I have ever tried no doubt this is delicious
I've only had a chicken parm sub once but it was the best chicken parm I've ever had. The place itself is very crammed as they're running not only the food service side but a full deli as well as a small grocery section in the space you'd expect from just an eatery with just a few seats. You'll get brusque service, but that's really part of the charm. Just step up and demand your order in true New England fashion. The meal itself is worth it.
Going to Bob for over 20 years never disappoints
Great subs!
I come here often, probably not their fault, but I have proof that I called in 15 minutes prior to arrival and waited an additional15 minutes in the shop because I thought they were just busy. Nope, completely either forgot my order or someone swiped it. Very frustrating.
This was literally the most disappointing order i've EVER received. Ordered mozzarella sticks and a chicken salad sub....the mozzarella sticks were literally EMPTY! Fried dough shells..Zero mozarella. Please explain to me how this is even possible. How do you make a fried shell with no mozzarella in it? Every single one was empty. The bread on the chicken salad was hard and stale but the filling was decent (at least it was there). Will NEVER order from here again. What a waste of money. LET DOWN!
One of Medford's best places to eat. My favorite is the jumbo steak and cheese. So many delicious choices. It can get very busy but that's just proof of how good they are. Bob's is a Medford icon, you can't say your e from Medford unless you've eaten at Bob's.
Wonderful food, meats, cold cuts and cheese. A real treat!
Get the house fries. They are crispy, tasty and everything I ever wanted from a French fry. Their sub roll is chewy and delicious. Portions are big. The marinara is great. Bob done good.
Very old school. I felt proud of my heritage being in this market. Has a little bit of everything. Decent pizza and great ready made take out meals like lasagna, meat balls, eggplant parm and more, has pastry and hot and cold sandwiches.... I HIGHLY recommend!
Blows Dagostino's out of the water with their eggplant parmesan sub... Best in the city by far.
This place has pretty big subs and salad too. However, the salad are just that, BIG. GIANT CHUCK OF TOMATOES, WHOLE LETTUCE LEAF, WHOLE CHUNK OF ONIONS. I would recommend to stay away from their salad. They taste all right, but you feel you are eating like a wild animal.
GOOD PEOPLE AND GOOD FOOD !
I love Bob's but not today ..I was disappointed.. I just picked up 3 subs..2 were pepper steak with cheese and the last one, a small Italian..whoever made the Italian did not cut thru the braided roll enough and all the cold cuts sat close to the top of the sandwich and cut so close to one side that when I unwrapped the paper the braided roll was in pieces.I have never had this issue before but if you cut up a roll the wrong way don't pass it off just cut a new roll..thanks
If you live in Medford, near Medford, or hang-out in Medford, and have not been to Bob's, you are missing out. This place is great to both stock up on italian products and to eat at their Deli. Favorite place when we had a craving for stuffed peppers and for steak tips.
Very rude service, staff seems to be all over the place and can’t get a simple order right. I’ve ordered from here 3 times giving them the benefit of the doubt and each time I was disappointed. Would not suggest this place to anyone.
This is the best restaurant I have ever visited.It has exceeded my expectations. It’s so clean and staff is so friendly. Our food has been delicious every time we have ever visited.
Insane! I never write reviews but this place truly KILLS IT. I'm eating a sandwich right now!! I can't wait to come back for dinner!!!!!
They play with your time. The orders are not on time. I was waiting for more than 30 minutes for a pizza That’s ridiculous
Great food, excellent Italian groceries, with an owner who make you feel like family.
Check the price and weight in accordance with the Check the price and weight in accordance with the name of the goods. On the cashier check there is no price of the goods and weight. Here for me weighed the goods with a nonexistent price, increased by $ 1.7, this is after I clarified the price. Who had previously had similar situations in this store, keep the checks. After I told this situation to my friend, the owner of a chain of stores and restaurants, his reaction was negative and he told me not to visit this store again. I do not recommend this place !!!
I use Bob's for big catering orders they are responsible with time and delivery. Staff is very welcoming I have actually been there for small pick-up orders and I couldn't believe how small the place was. Yet very efficient, and their food portions are very generous. Everything here is good. everything from the salads, pasta, to the pizza's I love them :)
I wouldn't buy my sub anywhere else. The best ones are: Italian, meatball and cheese steak with peppers. The jumbo has the braided bread with sesame seeds, which has a better flavor than the small and medium subs.
The most."Boston" place ever.
great restaurant!
My favorites: jumbo chicken parm, jumbo ah-so steak tip sub, steak and veggie stir fry. This place is unbelievable. Live right around the corner and this is a go to spot for me.
Been coming here for over 30 years.....nuff said
I love this place, no matter what you get you'll never be disappointed
I come here multiple times a week for lunch and have never had a bad experience. The food is always great and the staff is always friendly. I would personally recommend the 50/50.
A little expensive, but the prepared food is great. Also a very good selection of Italian foods. Staff are always friendly and how.
Amzing. Simply amazing. The sub was made so expertly and so quickly I didn't have time to look through the amazing assortments of breads and desserts before my sandwich was ready. Everything, even the pasta sauce, is made in house.
Great food and helpful people. Love this place!!!!!
Bob's Italian food store is the greatest in the North East
The best Italian market north of the North End, and without North End Prices! The imported meats and cheeses are of a phenomenal quality. Furthermore, I highly recommend ordering a sandwich from them, you can't go wrong. My personal favorites are the IMPORTED ITALIAN and their ROAST BEEF subs. Roast beef is done in-house. Now I got myself salivating, time for a BOB's sandwich!
Amazing service and even better food
AMAZING!!!! I love it.... It's definitely worth the travel! The people were so nice and cordial...and the food.... heavenly! Thank you Bob's! :)
Classic Italian American place with endless amount of food options and unique Deli meats. Always freshly made to order and a great selection of Italian imports. I highly recommend their Steak Tips and Italian Cold cut Sanwiches. A must try place for sure.
bobs is the best highley recomend meatball sub staff is super nice
Excellent place to get good lunch and dinner.
Just purchase a Greek salad with Med rear stark tips. I brought it home the tips are tough and well done and the salad is not made to eat on the go, everything is to big to cut with a plastic knife and folk. Worst experience ever two subs and a salad to go $42.00...never again, what happen to one of the best sub shops in medford???
Steak sandwich is awesome friendly people awesome place
Classic Italian Deli! Food is always amazing and delicious
There's not enough stars here to rate Bobs. This place is simply Amazing. The staff is always friendly. It's a little piece of Italy right here in Medford!!! Mangia
I DARE YOU to eat a jumbo sub from here! Averaging $10 a Jumbo can feed 2 hungry guys, or 3 normal humans
Huge line but a short wait. Clients include local construction workers and cops. Amazing meats in fresh bread.
Best there is!
Been going there on and off for 30 years... quality of the food is always top notch and excellent
I must say something now. The first few times I didn't I've grown up on bobs. Somethings going on the last time I ordered a jumbo to have lunch the next day for $1.00 more and got a small i called and wasn't given a refund I was just told see Bob next time you come in. That's not me so I didn't see Bob its been a few months I had a sour taste. After a few months I ordered again tonight, again my order was wrong. So long Bob senior kraft was doing ok I'm not sure who is running the place now but this was my last trip and will no longer recommend it.
Everyone know bobs is great and been popular for long time but was disappointed This last time I went in here I got a chicken Parm sub to go when I got home sat down and ate it the chicken was hard and rubbery like was very disappointed, the sauce sub was good tho!
this is the best itallian food store that i have ever gone too. i love bobs!!! and whats even better than the food is that the staff is incredible.
Everything in this place is good, I do recommend not going when you are hungry because you leave with more than you plan on. Catering is also great. Employees are very helpful and will help you with picks if you ask.
Best chicken parmigiana and meatball parmigiana sandwiches!!!!!
Deluxe Italian is da bomb (and basically anything they sell)... turkey, calzones, desserts and apps.
Best steak bomb sub in Boston!
This was my first visit and will certainly be many more. On a busy corner of a main road and a one, so parking can be tough but totally worth the effort. You walk in to see a grocery fully stocked with fresh Italian Ingredients. The Deli in the back serves a full lunch menu, but all food is to go as there is no seating available. I also noticed you can order from here through grubhub.
I was very impress with the store.it was my first time there and I bought 4 subs and an antipasto salad.i got an Italian delux,irregular italian,veal cutlet parmesan and a chicken parm for my self The prices were reasonable,the quality was great.keep up the great work Bob's Italian deli store.
I like the food there. The only problem is the way you have to place or pick up. There is always a line and you dont know whethere people ordered or just standing. I think it will be better to have a" pick up" and "order here" sections.
Best place on earth
Wow! The food is all so amazing. The service so was quick that I thought they gave me the wrong order! Definitely check this place out.
Real deal Italian market. Their prepared foods are straight from your grandmother's kitchen. Best Italian sub outside of the North End! Get it jumbo size on their braided loaf and you'll be full for days.
Always great !!!
Love it every time.
Best italian sub ive ever had. Everything is always fresh and huge portions!! They also sell high quality sausages and other meat perfect for summer grilling!
Great food here, they don't skimp on there sandwiches. The owners and staff are awesome too.
Greatest food ever. In fact, my husband and I drive from Webster Mass all the way to Medford to get subs to then come home. They have the BEST food!
Buy their subs. I regularly get their Italian sub, yep,the standard Italian. Honestly, that is all I have purchased, five or six visits so far. It is too good to pass up. Last night I got a jumbo sub, I cut it in half and am having it for two meals. Perfect meal if you add a bag of chips. The jumbo sub is $9, and they are generous with all toppings. There is a reason this place is so popular. It is packed with all sorts of Italian side dishes, ready to eat, or ready to cook. Go, you won't be disappointed.
Incredible old-fashioned Italian deli that has stood the test of time. Big subs with tons of flavor, lots of excellent cuts of beef for grilling, homemade sausages, and so much more. Get the "Caprese" - Decadent prosciutto melts in your mouth, paired perfectly with fresh mozzarella, tomato, and basil. The only "issue" with this place is that they're quite busy during lunch and dinner hours, so you may have a small wait. That being said, they have excellent customer service and always plenty of people on staff.
I'm not sure of the other food options, but their large subs are the bomb. My friend has ordered the 6 ft sub for a couple of parties and it was a complete hit. Everything was delicious, they provided all the proper condiments, and we managed to inhale the sub by the end of each party. I have nothing but kudos for Bob's.
When you order an Italian and they put mayo on it :(
Phenomenol!
Great subs. Great staff. The place has been there for many years ( decades) and is welll known for it Italian foods both prepared and not prepared.
They had no problem selling trying to sell me burnt food. Twice.
Bob's Food store is awesome, the sandwiches, prepared foods and deli are off the charts, this place is fantastic.
Great service, great food,and great prices.
Awesome subs, plates & small meat(s) counter & other Italian delicacies!!
Great food .
Had a hot pastrami large sub meat was very tender not fat bread was outstanding very well-made recommend highly
I was picking up sandwich and salads for family and friends today food is always fresh top quality.It can get crowded at lunch but they are fast highly recommend.
So disappointed.. got a large order on mother's day.. things ordered were missing.. website was down, so spoke to live person.. nothing was labeled or cut. No napkins or Utensils.. everything dry and unseasoned. Certain sandwiches had the big bread but very little in it... Last time going there..
Great place to get a quick sandwich or some great Italian food. Highly recommend checking it out. Very affordable and the sandwiches are delicious.
Food is ok. Customer service terrible. I ordered and paid online. Went to pick it up worker tells me my order is all set. I drive home and find out im missing a sandwich. I call them and the manager blames it on me for not checking the bags. I ask for him to take that sandwich off my card since i already paid for it and did not receive it. I gave him my card twice over the phone and still havent seen it refunded. Im reporting to Better Business Bureau