Lioni Italian Heroes
“#62 – Alyssa Milano: chicken cutlet, prosciutto di parma, lioni fresh mozzarella and basil mix.”
“Living in walking distance to Lioni' s my hubby said I'm in the mood for a hero with roast beef gravy and fresh mozzarella.”
“And the olive oil in the basil mix seeped into the bread giving the bread extra flavor.”
Lioni Italian Heroes
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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Lioni is a Brooklyn institution. I'm a bit ashamed to say that as long as my family has lived here, I never stopped in. But that all changed one day when my parents let ME choose lunch over Thanksgiving break.
It's been said a lot and probably better, but they have a LOT of sandwiches. Over 140 of them. Most of them are very close variations of each other, which is kinda cheating. But still.
I went with the #25 and the #52 (y'know, for symmetry). The #25 was The Louie Prima (hot capicola, salami, pepperoni, swiss, provolone, stuffed peppers and deli mustard). It was a cold cut sandwich, and was just too overloaded to taste anything other than the pepperoni and swiss. Each bite was different, but that's not necessarily a bad thing.
The #52 was the Lee Iacocca (roast beef, Lioni fresh mozzarella and brown gravy). I don't know what was in that brown gravy (and I dare not ask), but it was delicious. Nice pink roast beef layered on thick.
My only complaint was how long it took. I called in my order for pickup and they told me 20 minutes. I showed up 25 minutes later, and didn't get my sandwiches until 35 minutes afterward. Of course, they were busy (I don't think they're ever not), but I could see one of my sandwiches just sitting on the counter waiting 5 minutes for the other one to be made. Luckily, it was the cold sandwich that was made first.
Oh, and of course, the sandwiches are HUGE. Between me and my parents, we finished one and a half of them. So if you think the prices are high, just imagine it's the price of two sandwiches because it basically is.
Best of the best in Brooklyn. Love this place now if you are in a hurry do not even try. They take their own sweet time making the sandwiches and you do have over 200 sandwiches on the menu to pick from. Homemade breads and they do not use mayonnaise only olive oil, but the sandwiches are just amazing, well better than amazing AWESOME. can not wait until my next visit. And the smoked buffalo mozzarella cheese was just amazing. You'll not be disappointed.
What can I say about Lioni's that hasn't been said already? The most amazing sandwiches ever!! Definitely my favorite sandwich shop around. No question about it. You're talking about quality and quantity here. You get so much for what you pay for. I've never gotten anything sub par here.
The prices for hero's range from seven bucks up to the twenty dollar mark. Seriously though, for one sandwich, you can feed about 3 people. I've ordered delivery from here and went to the actual store itself. Delivery was always speedy and friendly. The actual store itself is a cozy spot. With some table and chair space to dine in. Most of the time regular locals are in said seating. Their customer service in house could be a lot friendlier. Not a hello or a smile. They don't acknowledge your presence right away. Takes a few minutes. They have TONS of people working in the back, making sandwiches, which is great. They have a great selection of Italian products. Fresh breads, meats and cheeses. Their burrata is only $5.99 for a container of 2. It's so fresh, creamy and delicious. Their homemade Sicilian salami tastes like no other. The way real salami should taste!
They have over 150 sandwiches so it totally pays to try something new every time. Hard to choose a favorite because every 'wich is delicious. The Marisa Tomei is awesome and a great option for non-meat eaters. Fried eggplant, Lioni fresh mozzarella & Mushroom Stuffing. The mushroom stuffing is so good. Beware of your blood pressure after eating here. Lots of stuff, not only the cured meats, are VERY salty. Even the eggplant! The Teddy Randazzo is also interesting and yum. Mortadella with pistachio, fresh ricotta, salt & pepper. The ricotta is a nice touch. The Mortadella, which I'm normally not so fond of, is pretty spectacular. Not too fatty. If you enjoy smoked mozzarella, they don't disappoint with that either. I tired the Bernadette Peter's sandwich. Lioni smoked mozarella, Lioni fresh mozarella , arugula, olive oil, lettuce, salt, pepper and oregano. It's a bit of an overload of mozzarella, but still a good 'wich. For me, their bread totally makes the sandwich. Always fresh, soft and chewy.
Bottom line, for a great price, you get a huge meal with only the freshest, tastiest ingredients possible. If you're looking for a filling sandwich that may last for your lunch and/or dinner for the next day, give Lioni's a shot!
Brooklyn sandwich tour. Stop #3. (A three part series)
We closed out the tour (see other reviews) at Lioni, a food shop that screams Fuhhhgettabouuuttittttt. Place looks like a scene from The Sopranos.
Over 100 heroes, each one named after an Italian American. Little quotes and anecdotes next to each one. Overwhelming menu.
I went with an Angelo Dundee (Capicola, Prosciutto, Olive loaf, Fresh Mozz, Bruscetta) and Mike grabbed a Jimmy Valvano (Chicken cutlet, Fried peppers, AND Stuffed peppers). These heroes had to be 5 pounds each. I don't know how anyone can finish one in a single sitting. The prosciutto and Capicola on mine were of the highest quality, stacked skyscraper high. A delicious Italian meatwich. Mike assured me his was equally delicious, the peppers certainly looked legit.
On a side note, why doesn't spell check acknowledge Capicola as a word? Did you mean Capitola? No you fuck. I meant Capicola. Gah. Bah. Ghoul.
After completing the Sandwich tour at Lioni, I immediately went into a food coma. I awoke 3 days later, on Mike's couch, at which point I ate the other half of my sandwich, and wrote this review.
Got me a nice hot roast beef sandwich with the gravy n fresh mozzarella. It was big, delicious and hearty. No complaints on sandwich. There was lots of order for the holidays and the sandwich looked delicious.
I was a bit overwhelmed with the menu. There's, I think over 100 items on the menu board……i kid you not. I literally had to go on their website b4 i came into store to order or else, I'd be holding up the line.
And if you like meatball, they serve some tasty meatball with marinara sauce…ask them to warn it up with mozzarella without the bread. Its oh so tasty and delicious.
There's even sandwich for the vegetarians and it looks delicious. Cash bases only.
Food: 4.0/5.0
Service: 2.0/5.0
Value: 3.5/5.0
Decor: 2.0/5.0
Overall: 4.0/5.0
Great sandwich shop. There are 150 options listed in an overwhelming menu, but really it's what you'd expect – a bunch of meat, vegetable, cheese, and seasoning options that you can mix and match to your liking. The headline prices are a little high, but one sandwich can feed up to two people, or leave one really hungry person pretty stuffed.
I really wanted to give them 5 stars but a few things were left out.
I placed an order for 9 half trays for my daughters 10 birthday party.
I ordered the following:
Ceasar salad: lettuce was crisp and fresh, croutons crunchy but where in the world was the dressing?
The rolls were fresh but no butter in site.
Eggplant rollatini, penne w/vodka sauce, pasta primavera,potato croquettes & roasted red potatos-delicious
The wings I ordered were plain and great but where's the blue cheese or ranch dressing?
Mozzarella sticks-whyyyyy is there no marina sauce.
The chicken francese was a big hit and absolutely delightful.
I was given plates and utensils as well.
I wish I knew that the ceasar salad dressing,butter, blue cheese/ranch, & marinara sauce are not included, I would've gotten them myself.
That being said, the quality of the food and taste were great and I will still order from here for my next event.
These heroes are no joke. Am I addicted? I plead the 5th! What I will say is I have had over 15 different sandwiches and EACH one has been amazing. Only advice would be to pick it up. Don't order it in. Part of the experience is going there and seeing the overload of amazingness. I warn you though, 15 minutes later you might walk out with 10 other items you didn't expect to buy. (Homemade bread, prosciutto balls, etc.)
Mangaire!