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PARISI CAFÉ & ITALIAN MARKET is a community coffee shop offering the finest cup of coffee (or latte or espresso) in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Opened in the Fall of 2019 by Chistina Parisi, you will find her and her baked treats behind the counter every day.

Ms. Parisi always wanted to own her own business and to create a community space for people to enjoy. Her vision has come true in a great location in a walkable neighborhood on the border or Swissvale and Swisshelm Park. The customer base is almost all regulars, but more people are finding the café every day. “There are so many lovely people…many customers are now great friends as well. And lots of neighbors have become friends with each other by meeting in the coffee shop. It just has a warm welcoming vibe and people tend to strike up conversations easily. It feels really satisfying to be able to provide that to people.”

Customers enjoy not only the many coffee, tea and cold drink options, but also the homemade breakfast sandwiches and strata, other bakery and prepared menu items. They can also pick up many items in the Italian market that’s filled with pastas, sauces, peppers, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, pesto, bruschetta, etc. Everything you’d need for a quick dinner or fun additions to a charcuterie all of which is either from Italy or made locally.

Stop in for a leisurely sit down (inside or outside) or fast, to-go cup of your favorite or any of the other shop options, including gift cards, at Parisi Café!