ALIDORO

"When it opened, Alidoro was everyone’s new favorite underground Italian sandwich spot. Now they’re in underground malls, and we wouldn’t be surprised if they start setting up kiosks in Whole Foods soon. For the most part, Alidoro sticks to the basics: prosciutto, sopressata, fresh mozzarella, etc. They do them in all sorts of combinations, and the menu is long. Somewhere on it you’ll find your sandwich-equivalent of Cinderella’s glass slipper. Most people do takeout at this location, but they do have a few small tables." - Kenny Yang, Bryan Kim, Carina Finn Koeppicus, Willa Moore, Sonal Shah

"This tiny sandwich shop dating to 1986 was one of the first in town to offer real Italian panini rendered on quality bread and deploying imported cold cuts and cheeses. The menu is appropriately inscrutable — it’s not the kind of place you wander in and request a roast beef on rye with Russian dressing. Instead, be prepared to study the detailed sandwich list, offering names like Pinocchio, Michelangelo, and Fellini. A favorite is the Fiorello, stacked with mortadella, fresh mozzarella, and eggplant caponata." - Robert Sietsema, Melissa McCart

"Alidoro is selling their extra virgin olive oil to the public for the first time ever, and 20% of the profits go directly to World Central Kitchen. They’re also partnering with Off Their Plate to donate and deliver sandwiches to hospital workers at NYU Langone. You can learn more about both initiatives here, and place an order for regular pick-up or delivery on their website here." - hannah albertine

"When it opened, Alidoro was everyone’s new favorite underground Italian sandwich spot. Now they’re in underground malls, and we wouldn’t be surprised if they start setting up kiosks in Whole Foods soon. For the most part, Alidoro sticks to the basics: prosciutto, sopressata, fresh mozzarella, etc. Sandwiches top out at $15, and they come in all sorts of combinations. Somewhere on the menu you’ll find your sandwich-equivalent of Cinderella’s glass slipper. Most people do takeout at this location, but they do have a few small tables." - Kenny Yang, Carlo Mantuano, Hannah Albertine, Bryan Kim

"Before your run, call Alidoro and pre-order your sandwich for pick-up. That way you can run directly to their tiny Soho shop, skip the entire ordering process, and leave with an excellent Italian sandwich as your very own participation medal for running. There are about 40 different kinds, and all are named after different historical figures - but stick to the basics (the ones with soppressata, fresh mozzarella, and prosciutto). Two more important things: there are only a few tables here and the Soho location is cash-only." - hannah albertine