BUILD YOUR OWN SALAD - Arthur Avenue Italian Deli

OUR FAMILY HISTORY in the Belmont
community started with our maternal
1895
LUIGI AND LUISA GRECO
grandparents who migrated from Naples
to America in 1919. Nonno (Grandfather)
Gennaro was from the heart of Naples and
Nonnabella (Grandmother), was from Nola.
They originally settled in the Greenpoint area
1938
SALUMERIA PUSHCART
PRIOR TO MARKET OPENING
of Brooklyn. However, they were encouraged
to move to the Bronx where it was
considered to be country. Our grandfather,
who was a butcher, carried his trade and
in 1922 opened his first shop on Arthur
Avenue. Grandpa was successful and had a
1946
GENNARO AND
MARIA CAPPIELLO
number of shops. Our grandparents were the
original butchers in the new indoor market
that Mayor Fiorello La Guardia built in 1940.
We now fast-forward to 1947, when at age
17 Mike (along with his twin brother, Joe),
1947
MICHELE GRECO
ARRIVES IN AMERICA
leave Calabria and migrate to New York.
They leave with only one hundred dollars
each, their good looks, two new suits each
and strong work ethics. Mike finds work in
our grandfather Gennaro’s grocery store
1948
MICHELE GRECO AND
ANTOINETTA CAPPIELLO
BEFORE THEY WERE MARRIED
on Arthur Avenue. In 1951, he marries the
boss’s only daughter, the lovely Antoinetta.
Mike decides it is best to do something on
his own and ventures into the Arthur Avenue
Retail Market where, with Mike’s presence,
1951
RALPH, VINCENT AND
BUTCH CAPPIELLO
the market would never be the same.
The family’s excellent reputation has been
built by Mike’s extraordinary hard work and
“I always pay a visit and get a sandwich at
Mike’s Deli. There is an endless array
of cold cuts, marinated fish, olives, and
even mozzarella.” LIDIA BASTIANICH
Absolutely one of his favorite Throwdowns.
“The homemade mozzarella was the secret
ingredient that helped David win the
Throwdown championship.” BOBBY FLAY
“When I’m going to make a special Italian meal
for my family, I shop on Arthur Avenue. David
Greco is a relic who is individually responsible
for maintaining and promoting a lot of the
character of the neighborhood.” MARIO BATALI
“You need to try the Fresh Homemade
Mozzarella from Mike’s Deli. It is the
best around.” GIADA DE LAURENTIIS
“Don’t take the eight-hour trip to Italy.
Just take a shortcut to the Bronx and visit
Mike’s Deli. As a chef and a cook, it’s a
party. Mike’s Deli is one of my favorite
places to shop.” EMERIL LAGASSE
commitment to freshness and quality which
has become nationally recognized. Mike’s son
1962
MICHELE GRECO
BEHIND THE COUNTER
David now continues the family tradition. His
creative talent mixes new ideas, authentic
DAVID GRECO HAS BEEN
FEATURED ON
with the advent of Arthur Avenue Caterers.
quality, Arthur Avenue Caterers (and David)
to our food passions is the Bronx Beer Hall
inside the Arthur Avenue Retail Market,
of Jonas Bronck’s Beer Co.’s craft beers, as
Inevitably, the Grecos all learned hard work
ethics and strong family values–the Italian way.
CHOOSE THREE VEGETABLES
.50 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL
GREEN OLIVES · CUCUMBERS · BLACK OLIVES
SUNDRIED TOMATOES · CARROTS · CHERRY TOMATOES
RED ONIONS · CHICK PEAS · CANNELLINI BEANS
SLICED BEETS · FRESH BROCCOLI · ROASTED PEPPERS
SUNDRIED PEPPERS · FRESH CORN · HEARTS OF PALM
BELL PEPPERS · MUSHROOMS · JALAPEÑO PEPPERS
GRILLED EGGPLANT · GRILLED ZUCCHINI
1.00 ADDITIONAL or COUNT AS 2 VEGETABLES
AVOCADO · PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS
ARTICHOKE HEARTS
CHOOSE ONE MEAT
1.50 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL
GRILLED CHICKEN · CHICKEN CUTLET
HAM · TURKEY · TUNA SALAD
CHOOSE ONE CHEESE
CHOOSE ONE DRESSING
347.396.0555, offering a complete selection
well as an original menu courtesy of David.
ROMAINE, MESCLUN or BABY SPINACH
ARUGULA 1.00 ADDITIONAL
3.00 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL or 1.50 IF CHOSEN
AS THE ONLY MEAT or CHEESE OPTION
CRUMBLED PARMIGIANO · CRISPY PANCETTA
CRISPY HOT SOPRESSATA · ITALIAN TUNA
leaves the kitchen. The most recent addition
2004
CHOOSE ONE SALAD GREEN
.50 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL
CROUTONS · RAISINS · WALNUTS · PEARS
ALMONDS · CRANBERRIES · PECANS
APPLES · HARD-BOILED EGGS
and old European reverence for food and
puts heart and soul into everything that
MICHELE AND
SON DAVID GRECO
THREE VEGETABLES, ONE MEAT, ONE CHEESE, ONE ADD-ON
CHOOSE ONE ADD-ON
Always maintaining meticulous high standards
1974
STARTING
AT 6.99
1.00 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL
CRUMBLED BLUE CHEESE · CHEDDAR
FETA · GRATED PARMIGIANO · BOCCONCINI
Italian cuisine, the family’s culinary secrets
and skills passed down from generations
MICHELE GRECO WITH
A “REGULAR” CUSTOMER
BUILD YOUR OWN SALAD
THE CRITICS AGREE—
GRECO’S TRADIZIONE ITALIANA
CREAMY ITALIAN · CREAMY RANCH
FRENCH · RUSSIAN · BLUE CHEESE
BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE · HONEY MUSTARD · CAESAR
OIL & RED WINE VINEGAR · OIL & BALSAMIC VINEGAR
FIG, PEACH or BLUEBERRY-INFUSED BALSAMIC
GARLIC, HOT PEPPER or LEMON-INFUSED OLIVE OIL
MIKE’S DELI
THE ORIGINAL ARTHUR AVENUE ITALIAN DELI
ARTHUR AVENUE RETAIL MARKET
2344 ARTHUR AVENUE · BRONX, NY 10458
718.295.5033 · FAX 718.933.5903
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THE PREFERRED DELI OF FORDHAM ATHLETICS
APPETIZERS
MEDIUM LARGEFAMILY
PLATTERPLATTER STYLE
ARTHUR AVENUE STYLE ANTIPASTO............14.0022.0032.00
The best prosciutto, dry sausage, mixed cheeses, roasted peppers, olives and
toasted focaccia
FRESH MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO...................8.0012.0018.00
Fresh homemade mozzarella and tomato, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil
MOZZARELLA CON..................................................................8.0012.0018.00
PROSCIUTTO ROLLATINI Thin-sliced proscuitto and mozzarella rolled into
a bullseye, served with crispy bread
TUTTO VERDE..............................................................................12.0020.0024.00
Assorted grilled and marinated eggplant, grilled zucchini, marinated artichokes,
portobello mushrooms, olives and roasted red peppers
BURRATA............................................................................................12.0018.0024.00
Homemade burrata with radicchio, truffle oil, reduced balsamic and crispy speck
SEAFOOD SALAD.....................................................................12.0018.0028.00
Shrimp, calamari, scungilli, peppers, Gaeta olives, celery, mixed with olive oil
PIATTE DEL AMORE..............................................................14.0022.0032.00
Thin-sliced proscuitto and chunks of Parmigiano—a perfect pair
HOMEMADE SOUP
REGULAR LARGE
CHICKEN.......................................................................................................................5.507.50
BROCCOLI RABE..................................................................................................5.507.50
ESCAROLE AND BEAN..................................................................................5.507.50
PASTA FAGIOLE....................................................................................................5.507.50
PASTINA.........................................................................................................................5.507.50
SPINACH........................................................................................................................5.507.50
TRY OUR NEW BUILD YOUR OWN SALAD
SMALL
MEDIUM LARGE
BILLY GOAT........................................................................................6.00 8.0010.00
Mesclun lettuce topped with goat cheese, cherry tomato, walnuts and raisins
CHEF’S SALAD................................................................................6.00 8.0010.00
House salad with ham, turkey, salami, American and Swiss cheese
FRUIT SALAD...................................................................................4.00 7.0010.00
Fresh seasonal fruit
CHICKEN SALAD...........................................................................6.00 8.0010.00
Homemade grilled chicken, mixed light mayonnaise, carrots, celery, peppers, on a bed
of lettuce
HOUSE SALAD................................................................................4.006.008.00
Mixed lettuce with carrot, tomato and onion
JULIUS CAESAR.............................................................................5.007.009.00
Chopped romaine, special Caesar dressing, focaccia croutons and grated cheese
with GRILLED CHICKEN.........................................................7.00 9.0012.00
JUNIOR’S FAVORITE SPINACH...................................7.0010.0014.00
Fresh spinach, pear, blue cheese, crispy pancetta, walnuts
with SHRIMP.......................................................................................10.0015.0020.00
MEDITERRANEAN.......................................................................7.00 9.0012.00
Fresh greens, tomato, onion, scoop of rice, diced grilled chicken, olives and Greco’s
lemon oil and balsamic
TUNA SALAD...................................................................................6.50 8.5010.50
Light mayonnaise, served on a bed of lettuce and tomato
MIXED PESTO SALAD......................................................................................................8.99/lb
With pesto sauce, sun-dried tomatoes and smoked mozzarella
PENNE PASTA SALAD......................................................................................................8.99/lb
With ricotta salata, smoked turkey and gaeta olives
HOT SPECIALS
HERO OR
MEDIUM
LARGE
FAMILY
ROLL
FOCACCIAPLATTERPLATTER STYLE
BIG MIKE COMBO...............................................................................................8.50 Mortadella, ham, salami, capicolo and provolone
THE ALBANIAN SPECIAL....................................................................... 10.0013.00
Dry filet mignon bresaola with fresh mozzarella or feta cheese
9.00
BIG BEN...........................................................................................................................7.50 Virginia ham, peppered ham, salami and provolone
10.00
COOL STEVE’S FAVORITE........................................................................8.50 Ham, sopressata, fresh mozzarella, topped with sweet peppers and marinated mushrooms
DA TRUE BRONX TALE..................................................................................7.50 9.00
Mortadella, fresh mozzarella, provolone, tomato with oregano, basil and olive oil
10.00
DON MICHELE........................................................................................................8.50 Homemade hot sopressata, dry mozzarella with hot peppers
12.00
EMERIL’S SPICE......................................................................................................9.00 Capicolo, peppered ham, pecorino, lettuce, hot peppers, sautéed mushrooms and onions
FOLLOW THE LEADER..................................................................................9.0012.00
Grilled chicken topped with eggplant parmigiana
9.00
GARDEN OF EDEN.............................................................................................7.50 An assortment of grilled vegetables with lettuce, tomato and onion…“Even Adam
couldn’t resist”
8.50
HEY CHARLIE...........................................................................................................6.50 Chopped tuna salad with celery, carrots, light mayonnaise
HILLARY CLINTON’S FAVORITE.......................................................7.00 9.00
Salami, smoked mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, sweet peppers and lettuce
IL MONTONE RAM SPECIAL..........................................9.00 12.00
Fried eggplant, chicken cutlet, prosciutto, roasted red peppers, fresh
mozzarella, tomato, onions, balsamic and pesto
ISABELLA SPECIAL.................................................................................... 7-GRAIN BREAD 7.00
Sliced provolone, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion, and crispy pancetta
JOHN WAYNE...........................................................................................................7.50 9.00
Roast beef with imported Swiss cheese…“Hey big guy, think you can handle it?”
12.00
LIDIA’S FAVORITE........................................................................................... 10.00 Smoked prosciutto, taleggio, apples and walnuts
MAIALE SPECIAL.............................................................................................. 11.00 13.00
Chicken cutlet, hot sopressata, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers
MARVIN GOES ITALIANO..........................................................................8.00 9.50
Hot or cold lean pastrami, topped with fresh mozzarella
THE MONSTER............................................................... HALF PIZZA BREAD 16.00 FULL 30.00
Roasted pork, crispy speck, roast beef, shoe string fries, mushrooms, onions, Swiss,
lettuce, tomato, hot peppers and Greco’s special sauce. Please allow five additional
minutes for preparation
MUFFALETTA........................................................................................QUARTER 9.00 FULL 28.00
Genoa salami, mortadella, provolone, topped with Greco’s spicy olive spread on
focaccia…they all say “wow my baby” in New Orleans
PAULA DEEN SPECIAL..................................................................................9.00 12.00
Prosciutto di Parma, hot sopressata, radicchio, fresh mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes
and truffle oil…just the way Paula likes it!
PAVAROTTI.................................................................................................................8.50 10.00
Napolitano-style eggplant, smoked prosciutto and fresh mozzarella, available hot or
cold…“It’s a real powerhouse”
SGT. HOLDER’S SPECIAL...........................................................................8.50 10.00
Grilled or breaded chicken, smoked mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes
SWEET BIRD..............................................................................................................7.00 8.50
Honey roasted turkey, smoked mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes…“it’ll ruffle your feathers”
T.C.—THE FIREMAN SPECIAL........................................................... 10.50 12.00
Oldani salami, peppered ham, sopressata, fresh mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, sun-dried
tomatoes and roasted peppers
THE THREE TENORS........................................................................................8.50 10.00
Smoked mozzarella accompanied by three tender meats—prosciutto, mortadella
and capicolo…“it’s something to sing about”
YANKEE STADIUM BIG BOY................................................................ 11.50 13.00
Mortadella, ham, salami, capicolo and mozzarella extra heavy with lettuce, sweet or
hot peppers
BIG BOY BROOK’S......................9.00 11.50 12.00 17.00 20.00
FAMOUS PORCHETTA Spicy Calabrese-style roast pork, served with
smoked mozzarella and hot or sweet peppers
CHICKEN MILANESE...............7.50 9.00 10.00 14.00 18.00
Grilled or breaded chicken cutlets, served with lettuce, tomato, red onion and
creamy Italian dressing
CHICKEN PARMIGIANA.......7.50 9.00 10.00 14.00 18.00
Breaded chicken cutlets covered with homemade tomato sauce and mozzarella
9.00 10.00 14.00 18.00
EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA...7.50 As seen on Food Network—sliced eggplant covered with homemade tomato sauce
and mozzarella
9.00 10.00 14.00 18.00
MARCO POLO..................................7.50 Lightly-floured chicken breast with plum tomatoes, mushrooms, raisins, and fresh or
smoked mozzarella
MARIO’S SPECIAL.......................9.50 12.00 13.00 19.00 23.00
Grilled veal, thin-sliced prosciutto di Parma and fresh mozzarella—Mike says “you
have to be a wise guy to eat this sandwich!”
MEATBALL PARMIGIANA...7.50 9.00 10.00 14.00 18.00
Delicious meatballs covered with homemade tomato sauce and mozzarella
POOR BOY SHRIMP...................8.50 11.00 13.00 19.00 23.00
Breaded shrimp deep fried and served on a bed of lettuce and tomato with hot sauce
SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS....7.50 9.00 10.00 14.00 18.00
Grilled sweet sausage with roasted peppers and onions
SHRIMP PARMIGIANA............8.50 9.00 13.00 19.00 23.00
Breaded shrimp covered with homemade tomato sauce and mozzarella
12.00 13.00 19.00 24.00
VEAL ALLA GIULIANO..........9.50 Tender veal with prosciutto, white wine reduction and peppers
VEAL PARMIGIANA...................8.50 12.00 12.00 18.00 24.00
Tender veal covered with homemade tomato sauce and mozzarella
10.00
BIG VINNY’S FAVORITE ................................................................................8.00 9.50
Sopressata, ricotta salata and homemade roasted peppers…“if you’re ever up the river…”
THE GODFATHER................................................................................................8.00 Oldani salami and imported provolone, “An offer that can’t be refused”
9.50
HERB’S SANDWICH..........................................................................................8.00 Goat cheese with fresh tomato and roasted peppers or sun-dried tomatoes
9.50
KING DAVID...............................................................................................................9.00 12.00
Sopressata with chunks of 4-year-old Parmigiano-Reggiano, roasted peppers and
basil…“Fit for a king”
MICHELANGELO............................................................................................... 10.50 Fresh mozzarella and prosciutto, “A work of art”
12.00
THE MUSSOLINI...................................................................................................8.00 Capicolo, shavings of fontinella cheese and anchovies
9.50
THE RAGING BULL............................................................................................8.00 Hot sopressata and sharp provolone, “A real knockout”
9.50
SOPHIA LOREN.....................................................................................................7.00 Swiss lorraine and turkey…“for a beautiful figure”
9.00
TOWERING INFERNO....................................................................................8.00 Smoked mozzarella and smoked prosciutto, “A real blaze”
9.50
VIRGIN MARY...........................................................................................................6.00 Pure, white, fresh mozzarella…“it’s a blessing”
7.50
9.50
THE WANDERER...................................................................................................8.00 Sweet sopressata, homemade dry mozzarella, “You’ll always wander back for this one”
EURO-STYLE PRE-MADE HOUSE PANINI
HILLARY CLINTON’S FAVORITE.............................................................................. 6.45
Salami, smoked mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, sweet peppers and olive oil on
Italian seeded bread
ITALIAN COMBO......................................................................................................................... 8.00
Mortadella, ham, salami, capicolo, provolone, lettuce and sweet peppers on focaccia
MICHELANGELO......................................................................................................................... 8.00
Fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, lettuce, tomato and basil on Italian seeded bread
PAULA DEEN..................................................................................................................................10.00
Prosciutto di Parma, hot sopressata, radicchio, fresh mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes
and truffle oil on focaccia
VEGGIE SPECIAL......................................................................................................................... 8.00
Grilled zucchini, grilled eggplant, smoked mozzarella, sweet peppers, onions and
lettuce on focaccia
VENETIAN.........................................................................................................................................10.00
Imported prosciutto, brie, speck, tomato and fresh basil on focaccia
STUFFED BREADS As seen on Food Network
REGULAR LARGE
CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI RABE.....................................................5.509.00
EGGPLANT..................................................................................................................5.509.00
MEATBALL*.................................................................................................................5.509.00
PEPPERONI AND CHEESE.........................................................................5.509.00
SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI RABE*..................................................5.509.00
GRECO SPECIAL...................................................................................................5.509.00
*Please allow twenty additional minutes for preparation
TOPPINGS AND EXTRAS
EGGPLANT Grilled, fried or marinated....................................................................................75
BRUSCHETTA ON CRISPY PIZZA BREAD
SUN-DRIED TOMATOES...................................................................................................... 1.00
EGGPLANT......................................................................................................................................... 5.95
Sicilian eggplant caponata topped with smoked mozzarella
ROASTED RED PEPPERS.................................................................................................... 1.00
CALABRESE PEPPER SPREAD..................................................................................... 1.00
TOMATO................................................................................................................................................ 5.95
Tomato bruschetta topped with fresh mozzarella
ARTICHOKES, MUSHROOM or STUFFED PEPPERS............................ 1.50
RICOTTA ................................................................................................................................................ 5.95
Fresh ricotta topped with tomato, roasted red peppers and fresh basil
IMPORTED PROSCIUTTO................................................................................................. 3.00
SPINACH............................................................................................................................................... 5.95
Sautéed spinach topped with walnuts, cranberry and asiago cheese
SPECIAL COMBINATIONS
HERO OR
ROLLFOCACCIA
DA TRUE BRONX TALE......................................................................................................... 8.00
Mortadella, fresh mozzarella, provolone, tomato with oregano, basil and olive oil on
focaccia
FEATURED ON THE REVERSE SIDE
SALADS
GOOD OLE FAVORITES
HERO OR
ROLLFOCACCIA
FRESH MOZZARELLA............................................................................................................ 1.50
MAKE IT FULLY LOADED.................................................................................................. 2.00
Lettuce, tomato, peppers, onions, salt, pepper, extra virgin olive oil and reduced
balsamic vinegar
ASK FOR OUR DAILY HOT LUNCH SPECIALS
SELECTIONS CHANGE DAILY SEASON-TO-SEASON
FROM THE GRILL
HERO OR
MEDIUM
LARGE
FAMILY
ROLL
FOCACCIAPLATTERPLATTER STYLE
GRILLED CHICKEN....................7.50 9.25 10.00 13.00 19.00
With lemon or honey mustard sauce and choice of escarole or sautéed broccoli rabe
GRILLED SWORDFISH........11.00 15.00 16.00 23.00 30.00
Grilled swordfish in a lemon mustard sauce
GRILLED BEEF STEAK...........8.50 9.50 11.00 14.00 18.00
Tender beef steak grilled to perfection. With cheese, add .50 extra
PASTA
MEDIUM LARGEFAMILY
PLATTER
PLATTER
STYLE
FARFALLE CON FUNGHI.................................................11.00 14.00 18.00
Bowtie pasta with porcini and cremini mushrooms in a light mascarpone sauce
SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS..................................14.00 Spaghetti with our homemade meatballs and tomato sauce
18.00 22.00
LINGUINE WITH CLAMS or SHRIMP..................14.00 White or red sauce
18.00 22.00
RAVIOLI................................................................................................11.00 Served in our homemade tomato sauce
14.00 18.00
RAVIOLI BOLOGNESE........................................................13.00 Served in our homemade bolognese sauce
18.00 23.00
PENNE A LA VODKA..............................................................11.00 Served in a light cream tomato sauce, peas and a touch of vodka
14.00 18.00
RIGATONI ALLA AVA............................................................11.00 Pasta primavera with garlic and butter sauce
16.00 20.00
RIGATONI ALLA GIULIANO .........................................14.00 Grilled veal, white wine reduction and peppers
18.00 22.00
RIGATONI ALLA ISABELLA..........................................11.00 Light cream sauce with grilled zucchini and grilled chicken
14.00 22.00
RIGATONI MELENZANA ...................................................11.00 Served with grilled chicken, chopped eggplant and fresh spinach
14.00 18.00
BAKED ZITI Served with meat ................................................9.00 15.00 25.00
LASAGNA Served with meat .....................................................9.00 15.00 25.00
VEGGIE LASAGNA With mixed veggies..........................9.00 15.00 25.00
HAVE IT GLUTEN-FREE Substitute gluten-free pasta for an additional 2.00. Please
allow additional time for preparation.
SIDE ORDERS
BROCCOLI RABE, ESCAROLE or SPINACH.................................................. 4.50
HOMEMADE MIXED GRILLED VEGETABLES.............................................. 4.50
RICE BALLS........................................................................................................................................ 4.00
RICE BALLS WITH SAUCE AND FRESH MOZZARELLA................ 5.50
POTATO CROQUETTES....................................................................................................... 2.00
GRECO’S SHOESTRING ITALIAN FRIES.................... SMALL 5.50 LARGE 8.00
PASTA MARINARA With any entrée................................................................................ 4.00
Before placing your order, please inform us if you have any type of food allergy. Consuming raw
or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne
illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.We will gladly prepare any special request.