Italian Centre Shop

Reviews

• Shahab P.

  star star star star star 4 June 2026

  I love this place.
  I love the bakery and meat section the best.
  But I also enjoy the produce section.
  The little coffee shop/restaurant is pretty awesome too.
  I love the cappuccino and also I have enjoyed their pizza as well.
  I find a lot of things that I can hardly find anywhere else.
  The quality of products, the staff, the store, and the atmosphere are all awesome and the best.
  Parking, especially on the weekends, can be a little challenging but it's worth the effort to drive around for a street parking spot.
  I love this place, I recommend this place and I definitely go back there!

• Kristi L.

  star star star star star 2 June 2026

  I just came back from a trip to Italy so of course I had to stock up on some delicious cheeses and prosciutto to keep the vacation alive!
  
  I mostly shop at the south location because it's closer to me, but we decided to swing by this one and check it out. Our first stop was the cafe, which I was pleased to say is pretty darn authentic. I had a wicked croissant sandwich and a cappuccino served just right.
  
  The meat and cheese counter is busy but has a good system. They are willing to go above and beyond to give you a hand, make sure you get a taste of what you're buying, and meet your flavour preferences. I was looking for a particular cheese called La Grein that I fell in love with in Rome, and although they didn't carry it they asked me to write it down and the wonderful lady helping me tried her best to find me a similar tasting cheese. Who knows- maybe they'll even order that cheese in!
  
  The parking situation can be a little sketchy depending when you go- it seems like nobody knows what they're doing- but at least there's a decent sized parking lot and some street parking.
  
  Finally, the prices are completely fair and the product selection is fantastic.
  
  I'll be back!

• Jenna G.

  star star star star star_border 27 May 2026

  A charming off-shoot of the main location downtown, this is a great little specialty grocery store just off Calgary Trail on the Southside.
  
  The first stop here should always be the bakery, where you will be tempted by countless gorgeous pastries and confections, plus some of the freshest baked breads I've found in the city (just leave an Herb & Olive Oil Baguette for me!).
  
  The produce section is obviously tended by people who know what they're doing, as even the fruits and veggies that aren't in season look fresh and ripe for taking home, with prices comparable to larger supermarkets. And my husband adores the deli selection here, both for the clearly displayed pricing on the overhead display boards and selection of meats and cheeses available.
  
  Their frozen pasta selection is where I buy manicotti and ravioli to impress all my friends at dinner parties. :)
  
  The staff are always there to help, but are also hands-off, so you don't feel pressured or rushed with your shopping. The biggest downside is the parking -- the lot is decently big, but there are times on weekends and around holidays that you won't be able to find a spot!

• Dee L.

  star star star star star_border 22 May 2026

  On this occasion I went on my lunch break. I ordered the turkey bruschetta sandwich toasted. It had plenty of seasoned turkey deli meat, artichokes, provolone, mayo and roasted red peppers. I didn't see or taste any traditional tomato bruschetta as I was expecting. Nonetheless it was very tasty and filling. I also had the tangerine Italian soda, this was also tasty but for the size and price ($4), I think I will opt for one of the bottled selections from the drink aisle. The service was fast and friendly as per usual.

• Dan J.

  star star_border star_border star_border star_border 21 May 2026

  Italian coffee shop with weak coffee flavored water. Wow.
  It's amazing that they're still open for biz.