Lioni Italian Heroes

Stopped at Lioni's on the way home from Manhattan to Baltimore. I'm not sure which hero we ordered. My friend requested a hero similar to what is made at another popular place in Atlantic City. Looks like an Italian cold cut. The sandwich/hero was tasty. I heated it the next day and it was even better. They sre very large. Definitely enough for more than one serving. It cost $24.

Don't use them for your catering. The owner was also really arrogant. I ordered over $200 worth of food for my daughter's 5th birthday. Penne vodka pasta and also mix of Italian and American heros. The pasta came absolutely cold. Heros were also small portion. When I called the owner he sounded annoyed. He said I'll just bring someone with hot water and candles to light it up and reheat it. Didnt offer a refund nor drive back with anything else. Driver was 20 minutes late. Mind you it was a timed birthday party. The food didn't even heat up at all. My guests didn't have enough food to eat and had to order pizza elsewhere. Not even an apology. I just had my friends book the play place for their kid's party so I will spread how horrible your restaurant is and not to use you for catering as they are also looking to order italian food. Work on your attitude because business isn't always forever.

This is the place to get your hands on hearty Italian heroes that will ruin other heroes for you. Their ingredients are fresh and each hero is stuffed full. These heroes can easily be split into two meals. If you don’t find a combination out of their many combinations of heroes, you can also make your own like I did.

With over 150 heroes to choose from they have something for almost everyone. I stopped in to pick up lunch for my sister & myself. The heroes were made pretty quickly & we decided to try some of three of their rice balls (pepperoni/ prosciutto/ cheese). They had an area for coffee & a small selection of baked goods (cannolis & cupcakes. It may vary daily. I’m not sure). The hero’s were so large we only ate half. So go extremely hungry, split one with a friend or be prepared to have the other half for dinner.

I’ve been ordering Lioni sandwiches for over a decade. They’ve steadily increased their prices while decreasing their portion of meat. You’re looking at about 25-40% increase in price, for about an equal decrease in quantity. This place went from being a bargain to what it is today. If you’re looking for service, get ready to be put on hold without any warning. When they’re ready to take your order, and take you off hold, do be sure to order a "sufficient" amount. I wanted one sandwich, for which I received a sarcastic "you called for one sandwich" and an unceremonious hang up. All without the slightest attempt at service. There’s no reason to return.

There’s not a lot that goes into it. You come in, place an order, wait 5–10 minutes, and have yourself one of the best damn heroes you can imagine. I went with roast beef, fresh mozzarella, and roasted mushrooms. It did not disappoint and always gets it done. This place has the perfect comfort food. While you’re at it, grab a few rice balls and a Boylan’s Cream Soda and ENJOY!!!!

My go to spot when I need a good italian sandwich that the local deli cannot compete with. This places sandwiches are massive in the best way possible, no skimping on ingredients. Easily two meals for me. Only unfortunate is that I typically have to get it delivered