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Angelini Alimentari
8.0
Next door to the osteria, Angelini Alimentari functions as an all-day Italian café and market with espresso, panini, salads, and a tight selection of wines and imported goods. It’s an easy stop for a lighter lunch, aperitivo, or takeaway lasagna when you want Angelini flavors without a full dinner reservation.
Must-Try Dishes:
Meatball Sub Sandwich, Chicken Milanese Panini, Pistachio Gelato
Scores:
Value: 7.9
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.4
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 6.2
What makes it special: Italian café-market hybrid from the Angelini team where espresso, panini, salads, and gelato meet a compact retail wall of imported goods.
Who should go: Daytime diners seeking an elevated but casual Italian lunch.
When to visit: Late mornings and early afternoons before the small room fills.
What to order: Meatball sub, chicken Milanese panini, pistachio gelato.
Insider tip: Browse the retail shelves for olive oil, pasta, and sauces that mirror what the kitchen uses on the osteria side.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking along Beverly and nearby residential streets; spots can be competitive during peak lunch hours. No dedicated lot or valet.
Dress code: Casual to smart casual; daytime attire is perfectly acceptable, but many shoppers and locals lean slightly polished.
Noise level: Light to moderate — generally easy to hold a conversation except during peak lunch rush.
Weekend wait: Not a dinner-focused spot; minimal wait even on weekends, though indoor seating is limited.
Weekday lunch: Often no wait before 12pm; modest waits (10–15 minutes) between 12pm–1pm due to café traffic.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Good selection — salads, caprese, marinated veggies, and several panini can be made vegetarian.
Vegan options: Limited — a couple of salads and side items qualify, but most panini include cheese or spreads.
Gluten-free options: Moderate — some salads and a few plated items are gluten-free; panini and pastries are not.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes for a casual daytime date — the café setting feels approachable and low-pressure. Not ideal for a formal evening date.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — it’s counter-service with open seating. Arrive before peak lunch hours for the best chance at an indoor table.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for kids comfortable in café settings; space is tight inside, but outdoor seating works well for families with strollers.
Best For
Better for: Quick, quality Italian lunches, espresso breaks, and grab-and-go items that offer a lighter Angelini experience without committing to a full meal.
Skip if: You want a full-service Italian dinner, a quiet evening meal, or substantial pasta-centric dining — the osteria next door is better suited for that.
Hours
Monday11:30am - 3:30pm, 5pm - 10pm
Tuesday11:30am - 3:30pm, 5pm - 10pm
Wednesday11:30am - 3:30pm, 5pm - 10pm
Thursday11:30am - 3:30pm, 5pm - 10pm
Friday11:30am - 3:30pm, 5pm - 10pm
Saturday11:30am - 3:30pm, 5pm - 10pm
Sunday11:30am - 3:30pm, 5pm - 10pm