La Gioia Deli - Schenectady

The store is aptly named and was indeed a 'Joy ' to visit. After losing the Italian deli in Saratoga that I 've patronized for many years to a buyer from Albany that doesn 't even answer the phone, I began a search for a true Italian deli. When I walked into La Gioia I knew I had found what I was looking for. The aroma of Italy in the air, the hustle bustle of a staff serving with professional knowledge, courtesy, and a neat and clean appearance, so rare today, and shelves and cases filled with all … – show

Everything they make here is awesome! Everyone here is so friendly, and you always feel so welcome! All of their offerings are top notch, and there is so much to check out here! A true gem! Can you beat their Italian mixed sub?!? It's amazing!

What's not to love about this place? Friendly service, fresh products and that old home town feeling that you just walked into Nonna's kitchen.

The male employee was extremely rude to me. I lived for La GioiA when I lived in schenectady. I moved to Fl ten years ago but continued to buy from them and have local prople pick it up for me. I was excited to go there today but one tude employee has turned me ofc on them. I had intended to pirchadr. Considerable amount oc goods to brong back to Fl but purchased some cookies for some one else and lefteelse.

Fresh/frozen homemade pasta, meatballs, and sauce for cheaper than you can get at a supermarket. Amazing subs and great Italian treats. Get the guanti if you have a sweet tooth. Oh, and sometimes they have sausage with parsley that is literally addictive. Friendly, local, and just delicious.