The Real Italian Deli Menu

Welcome to The Real Italian Deli, your go-to destination for authentic Italian flavors in Palm Desert. This charming deli, located at 44795 San Pablo Ave, offers an enticing menu that celebrates the essence of Italy with every bite.

Start your culinary journey with their delicious assorted sandwiches, featuring mouthwatering options like mortadella and turkey pesto, expertly crafted on freshly baked bread. The Lasagna Bolognese ($16.99) and Vegetable Lasagna ($17.99) transport you straight to Italian kitchens, while their frozen ravioli is a must for home cooks.

Dessert lovers will revel in delights such as Ricotta Cheesecake, Tiramisu, and large Cannoli, each priced under $8, encapsulating the sweet tradition of Italian desserts. With its vibrant atmosphere and a well-stocked grocery section for your cooking needs, The Real Italian Deli is a true gem for every Italian food lover.

Catering Menu - Small Bites

• Grilled Chicken Skewers

  24 count. Served with a dipping spread.

  US$114.99

• Caprese Skewers

  36 count. Mozzarella and cherry tomato skewers served with a basil pesto spread.

  US$79.99

• Cheese Platter

  Serves 8/10. An assortment of artisan and imported cheeses with fresh, dried fruits and olives.

  US$99.99

• Mini Meatballs (Pork / Beef)

  50 count. Served with house-made marinara sauce and can be served hot or cold.

  US$89.99

• Antipasto Platters

  Assorted cold cuts, cheeses, mixed olives and Marcona almonds.

  US$129.99

• Charcuterie Boards

  US$229.99

• Prosciutto / Mozzarella Skewers

  24 count. Served with assorted olives.

  US$99.99

• Focaccia Caprese Bites

  Serves 15. Focaccia topped with sundried tomatoes and olives.

  US$79.99

To Go Menu - Specialty Salads

• Caesar Salad

  Romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, homemade croutons, Parmesan. Add grilled chicken for an extra charge.

  US$15.99

• Italian Mix Salad

  Green leaf lettuce, tomatoes, salami, provolone, pepperoncini, balsamic vinaigrette, croutons.

  US$14.99

• Antipasto Salad

  Romaine, tomatoes, provolone, artichoke hearts, black olive, salami, pepperoncini, red onion, Parmesan, balsamic.

  US$16.99

• Mista Salad

  Baby greens, tomatoes, croutons, balsamic. Add grilled chicken for an extra charge.

  US$14.99

To Go Menu - Specialty Sandwiches

• Sausage & Peppers

  Homemade sausage, homemade marinara, grilled peppers and onions.

  US$17.99

• The Spicy Combo

  Spicy. Mortadella, spicy capocollo, spicy calabrese salame, lettuce, tomato, provolone, balsamic glaze.

  US$16.99

• The Roast Beef

  Premium roast beef, homemade Gorgonzola spread, lettuce, and tomato.

  US$17.99

• The Caprese

  Arugula, mozzarella, tomato, oil & vinegar.

  US$15.99

• The Mild Combo

  Mild. Mortadella, mild capocollo, mild soppressata, lettuce, tomato, provolone, and balsamic glaze.

  US$16.99

• Muffaletta

  The ultimate feast featuring a variety of Italian meats, cheese, and our spicy muffuletta mix.

  US$18.99

• The Porchetta

  Oven roasted pork tenderloin, homemade aioli spread, lettuce, tomato.

  US$17.99

• The Classic Meatball

  Homemade pork / beef meatballs, marinara, provolone.

  US$17.99

• The Turkey Pesto

  Oven roasted turkey, pesto mayo, lettuce, tomato, provolone cheese.

  US$15.99

• Supreme Mortadella

  Pistachio mortadella, pistachio nut, butter, mozzarella, arugula and lemon oil.

  US$16.99

• The Parma

  Thinly sliced prosciutto, mozzarella, arugula, tomato, evoo.

  US$17.99

• The Chicken Cutlet

  Chicken cutlet, provolone, homemade marinara sauce.

  US$17.99

• The Toscano

  Toscano salami piled high on a bed of lettuce with tomato, provolone and our homemade olive tapenade.

  US$16.99

Catering Menu - Desserts

• Assorted Mini Dessert Platter

  Serves 8 people. Cannoli, NY style cheesecake, ricotta cheesecake, carrot cake, tiramisu, bars and squares, baked cookies.

  US$39.92

Catering Menu - Sandwiches

• Assorted Sandwiches

  From our menu.

  US$179.99

Catering Menu - Salads

• Mista Salad

  Serves 8/10. Baby greens, tomatoes, onions, croutons, balsamic dressing.

  US$59.99

• Caesar Salad

  Serves 8/10. Romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing. Croutons, Parmesan.

  US$69.99

• Trattoria Salad

  Serves 8/10. Romaine lettuce, tomato, Genoa salame, provolone, pepperoncini, croutons, balsamic dressing.

  US$79.99

To Go Menu - Fresh Daily

• Lasagna Bolognese

  Our famous lasagna is a mouthwatering trip to Italy without the jet lag.

  US$16.99

• Vegetable Lasagna

  Asparagus and leeks in a béchamel sauce.

  US$17.99

To Go Menu - Desserts

• Ricotta Cheesecake

  US$7.49

• Amaretto Cheesecake

  US$7.49

• Cheesecake

  US$7.49

• Carrot Cake

  US$7.49

• Italian Rum Cake

  US$7.49

• Chocolate Turtle

  US$7.49

• Large Cannoli

  Ricotta and chocolate chip filled pastry.

  US$4.99

• Torta Della Nonna

  US$6.99

• Tiramisu

  Ladyfingers, espresso and mascarpone.

  US$6.99

• Chocolate Decadence Cake

  US$7.49