2025 Centurion Award winner

Awarded against five published criteria, checked on public evidence.

Sam's Italian Deli & Market

Best Italian Deli in Fresno · CA

Shop · Fresno, CA · Since 1980

The overview

Fresno's Italian sandwich cornerstone

Sam's Italian Deli & Market has served Fresno since 1980, run by Sam and Angela Marziliano and their son Nick in the tradition of southern Italy. Signature subs — the Sam's Special, the Paisano Piccante — are sliced to order on fresh-baked focaccia, and the market stocks imported prosciutto, cheeses, and pantry staples.

Repeatedly ranked among Fresno's best delis, Sam's pairs a genuine Italian grocery with a sandwich counter that has earned a valley-wide following.

The award record

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2025 Centurion Award

Best Italian Deli in Fresno Fresno, CA · Awarded under the 2025 evaluation View the 2025 award →

Awards run one calendar year and renew only if the business clears the bar again. Selection is by published criteria, never for sale.

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Location2415 N First St, Fresno, CA 93703
In business since1980
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