D & F Italian Deli

Astoria has always been a stalwart community of immigrants who stayed and did not stray to the suburbs. Recently, a younger crowd-driven out of Manhattan on a quest for affordable rents has staked their claims. Fortunately, they appreciate what really makes Astoria feel like home, supporting small, local businesses that have been in the neighborhood for a year. Lucky for all of us, Astoria's beloved D&F is one such spot. Inexpensive sandwiches are crafted alongside crowd-pleasing Italian-American fare like marinated olives, prosciutto, mortadella and all manner of salumi. At D&F, the fresh mozzarella is made in house daily, and specialties like meatball marinara, eggplant parm and homemade pasta keep patrons old and new coming back for more.