Allegrini

This place is a hidden gem for a "fast-ish" Italian deli food. I had their mortadella and stracciatella panino, which was very delicious! I was craving mortadella that day and that sandwich hit the spot. They use baguette as the bread and drizzle some sort of sweet balsamic dressing, the sandwich was really good. Really great value for $9! The personal pizza however, is really small. The margherita pizza comes with arugula not basil. My husband said that the dough and tomato sauce were good. But not a good value. Have not tried their pasta and lasagna dishes yet, so looking forward to trying them out next time. The drinks options are canned sodas and such, St. Pellegrino and still water bottles.Very friendly service. Plenty of tables and chairs around to sit and enjoy the food. This deli is also a mini market for Italian goods. Nutella cookies anyone? :)

Buon appetito...Allengrini has found its home in the Waikīkī Shopping Plaza lower level on the other side of Stix Asia for those who seek other options beside Asian foods and is actually right at the door that connects from Stix though there is another entrance as well on Royal Hawaiian Ave. Here the biz are more informal as it's a takeout only and there's seating provided throughout the walkway areas which is nice so that you don't have to commit the whole group to one choice of dining experience.I do love that they have a whole selection of Italian foods which is unique and items I don't believe I've seen elsewhere but what I came here is for the food and they certainly do have that here. With a wide menu option from appetizer, pizza, pasta and sandwiches so I decided on their lasagna which the staff says it's really good :-)You're given a buzzer and as I anticipated the wait but was quite disappointed as it wasn't heated thoroughly enough as it was cold inside and if it's not kept in a warmer warming up items like lasagna from a food safe cold chiller it's no surprise that it was cold as I waited for just a few minutes. I don't like rushing food preparation as just a few more minutes can make this visit more exceptional.The vibe here is just so lovely and nice with each section are displayed to nice and organized with including a lovely Instagram wall. Ciao!

The New Allegrini deli just opened. It's located in the basement. Lots of Italian specialties to enjoy. Much needed in Waikiki.

I ordered the La bomba and lasagna. Both were very tasty. The lasagna filled an entire plate lunch container. The staff was friendly and greeted me with their beautiful smiles. When I'm in Waikiki, I'd definitely make another visit here.

Excellent food and friendly service. Great Italian Gem in the Stix food hall! Great place to stop for lunch or dinner or to pick up some Italian goods. Highly recommended!