Arno Italian Deli
Arno Deli
An Italian deli inspired by a famous Florence sandwich shop, whose freshly baked Tuscan bread sandwiches are widely regarded as the best in Newcastle.
Opened on King Street in 2022, Arno takes its inspiration from the Florentine sandwich shop All'Antico Vinaio. Sandwiches are built on freshly baked schiacciata bread and filled with rolled pork, Italian sausage with pistachio cream and stracciatella cheese, herb chicken schnitzel and more. The deli also sells cured ham, cheese, cannoli and coffee. Its wine list received a three-glass rating in the 2024 Australian best wine list awards. Time Out's reviewer called it the best sandwich they had ever eaten. Seating is limited and service can be slow, so you can order online and collect. It stays open later on Friday and Saturday. Expect to spend about AUD 25–40 per person; it is within walking distance of the city centre.
Opening hours
Open daytime daily; open later on Friday and Saturday evenings; check the website for details
Nearby sights
- Honeysuckle & Queens Wharf Foreshore
- Newcastle Museum
- Newcastle Art Gallery
- Christ Church Cathedral, Newcastle
- King Edward Park
- Bogey Hole
- Darby Street
- Bathers Way