Marchese Italian Market & Cafe

"Very kind lady she makes you feel at home as soon as you walk in the food is top tier. The pistachio cake is the most delicious cake I've ever had. The place is small but very cozy. I enjoyed listening to the regulars speak Italian. I am coming here again for sure. Thank you"

"Fantastic experience, taste like italy! Service is very good!! At the market you can buy also a lot of differents foods made in italy!"

"When I arrived, it wasn't busy. I ordered to go and it took about 15 minutes but it was the wrong dish so I had to wait another 15 minutes. There were 2 waitresses and the taller one was rude and unfriendly. The other waitress went out of her way to give me water while I was waiting. As soon as the first order got to me, the rude waitress grabbed my water without saying anything. I was still drinking it. Then the other waitress gave me another water.I didn't even say anything to the rude waitress. She started venting to me about what it was like to be a waitress. I didn't feel that was appropriate. She was complaining to me. I went to pay for it and she said that I couldn't use a gift card. I didn't think that was true. The owner apologized for her and said I could use the gift card. I ordered the rigatoni with tomato sauce and meatballs. There was very little tomato sauce and rigatoni.It was mostly ground beef. I was disappointed. The meatballs had a strange flavor. The salad had very little balsamic dressing and the bread was stale. It was very hard to find parking. I had to park in another shopping area. I do not recommend this restaurant."

"Had an absolute beautiful first time experience for my husband's birthday . We're from the north and have been missing a good Italian deli and cup of coffee. Marchese did not disappoint. I love the family atmosphere and local atmosphere. From the first cup to the sauce we were catapulted back home and enjoyed every sip and bite. Instantly a favorite and will be returning regularly."

"it is always an experience coming here. ive been to Italy before and this place captures the vibe, food, and flavor compared to others in the area. they have chef specials, menu orders, desserts, and italian market goodies. the owner anna is always upbeat and has wonderful customer service. as many times as ive been here, she has many loyal regulars that love her. there are also wine tastings here and she has a generous range to choose from. if youre in Virginia Beach or in Hampton Roads definitely check this place out."