Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Go-To Italian Deli in Stockton Since 1972
Gian's Deli has been a cornerstone of Stockton's Italian culinary scene since 1972. Founded by Gian Bolognini, our deli preserves generations of North Italian traditions through handcrafted recipes and premium imported ingredients. We specialize in authentic Italian sausages, homemade ravioli, and specialty cold cuts, all rooted in family techniques passed down from Corfino, Italy. Our commitment to quality extends to catering services that bring Stockton families together through crowd-pleasing Italian feasts. Recognized nationally through Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, we maintain the same kitchen practices established by Gian's mentors at Angelini and Ferrari.Today, Gian's son Jeffrey continues this legacy at our Miracle Mile location, ensuring every sandwich, soup, and frozen pasta maintains the standards set nearly 50 years ago. Our menu remains unchanged since our founding, featuring iconic dishes like our spicy Italian sausage sandwich with Bruno's peppers and housemade pesto pasta. We take pride in serving three generations of Stockton residents while maintaining the nostalgic atmosphere of Old Italy. Through local press features and community partnerships, we remain dedicated to preserving Italian heritage in San Joaquin Valley.
Services
Italian Deli
Catering Services
Frozen Pasta & Sauces
Homemade Soups
Signature Sandwiches
Lunch Specials
Deli Meat & Cheese Trays
Custom Salads
Baked Goods
Seasonal Menus
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- 48 years of authentic Italian culinary tradition in Stockton
- Preserve family recipes from Corfino, Italy since 1972
- Customizable catering services for events of all sizes
- Featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
- Maintain original kitchen practices from Angelini and Ferrari
What people say
Authentic Italian flavors
Homemade favorites
Community staple
Featured on Food Network
Generations of loyal customers
Services
Catering Services
Gian's Deli provides customizable catering for events with minimum 10 orders. Our Italian banquet options include pasta platters, deli meat and cheese trays, fresh salads, and homemade desserts. We offer delivery with pricing determined by order size and location. Our catering maintains the same quality standards as our restaurant offerings.
Italian Deli
Our full-service deli counter features traditional Italian cold cuts, imported cheeses, and specialty groceries. Customers can purchase by the pound premium meats like prosciutto di Parma, salame Toscano, and our famous housemade Italian sausage. We maintain authentic Italian preservation and slicing techniques.
Frozen Pasta & Sauces
Gian's offers frozen meal solutions including 4lb bags of homemade ravioli, 2lb bags of stuffed gnocchi, and housemade sauces. These products use the same recipes as our restaurant dishes, allowing customers to prepare authentic Italian meals at home with ease.
Homemade Soups
We prepare seasonal homemade soups daily using traditional Italian methods. Featured options include Minestrone, Clam Chowder, Tomato Bisque, and Italian Wedding soup. All soups use fresh ingredients and time-tested recipes passed down through generations.
Signature Sandwiches
Gian's creates 11 signature sandwiches featuring premium meats, imported cheeses, and housemade condiments. Notable options include the #3 Mortadella sandwich with multiple Italian cold cuts and the #11 salame combination. Customers may also build custom sandwiches with choice of bread, meat, and cheese.
People
Gian Bolognini
Founder
Gian Bolognini established Gian's Deli in 1972 after working at Angelini and Ferrari. He brought traditional Italian recipes from Corfino, Italy, creating a neighborhood institution known for authentic flavors and family values.
Jeffrey Bolognini
Owner
Jeffrey Bolognini currently manages Gian's Deli operations. Continuing his father's legacy, he maintains original recipes and kitchen practices while serving Stockton's Italian food community at the Pacific Ave location.
Questions
What is Gian's Deli's history?
Gian's Deli was founded in 1972 by Gian Bolognini, who purchased Angelini and Ferrari. We've maintained the same Italian recipes and kitchen practices for nearly 50 years.
Do you offer catering services?
Yes, we provide customizable catering for events with minimum 10 orders. Delivery pricing varies by order size and location.
What menu items are available?
We serve Italian sausages, homemade ravioli, signature sandwiches, fresh salads, frozen pasta products, and daily homemade soups using traditional recipes.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact us directly for current payment method information as this detail wasn't specified in our documentation.
What are your operating hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm, Saturday 7:30am-3:00pm, and closed Sundays at our Pacific Ave location.
What is Gian's Deli known for?
We're renowned for our housemade Italian sausage, family recipes from Corfino, Italy, and being featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
Reviews (7)
Diane M.
Jan 26, 2022
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I like to buy the raw Ravioli and use my own home made gravy/sauce. They are the closest to how my Nonni used to make. Love them. They are the most authentic in town.
Ariah R.
Jan 15, 2022
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First off... i asked my boyfriend to go here to get me a drink with a dairy free substitute when he asked for almond milk the worker said you can go to starbucks or dutch bros for almond milk. we don't carry that. super rude and not very customer friendly!
Cobbler S.
Jan 12, 2022
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For now, giving y'all a one star for having to pay an extra six dollars for my sandwich or try to find my bank's ATM. It would be nice to know ahead of time-- that you guys are behind the times-- and that you have to pay cash. So here I am an hour after My phone order with my food. When I told the guy behind the counter what an inconvenience it was, he didn't seem to care at all... like he's heard that complaint 1 million times before and doesn't do anything about it. Pretty sure he was the owner or manager even though he said he will pass it on to the owner or manager
Damita Aguilar
Dec 19, 2021
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I feel bad never been here till now , this will be my regular place to be! love the atmosphere and food! service was friendly made me feel like a regular, i just wish many people will take a chance at this great place
Anthony W.
Dec 18, 2021
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Ordered a # 10. Location was great and food was good. Little taken a back by so few people were wearing a face mask but hey people make their own rules. Overall food was good would only recommend using a atm at counter instead of cash or check.
Nancy McPherson
Dec 17, 2021
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Best Italian sausage ever, I come from about a hour away.. I'll buy the raviolis and sauce they are also the best ever to, and they're sandwiches are delicious.. Yes this deli is worth the drive....
Gina Mirani
Dec 01, 2021
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This is the real deal here folks, an authentic Italian deli that just smells amazing when you walk in, they have fresh homemade salads and pastas and all the favorite lunch meats like cappacola ,prosciutto and mortadella, prices were very reasonable, this place is hidden gem tucked away behind another store off the miracle mile. Super happy with the food and service
