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Est. Utica · Artisan Salumeria & Café

Every slice tells a story
that takes months to tell.

Handcrafted cured meats, house-made pastries, and a wine list chosen with care — all gathered around one long table in the heart of Utica.

412 Main St · Utica, NY
Artisan charcuterie board with cured meats, cheeses, and accompaniments
House-cured since day one
Fresh pastries displayed on a marble counter
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Warm interior of Philomena's Salumeria with wooden counters and cured meats on display
Close-up of hands slicing cured meat at the counter
Our Story

Born from a love of
slow food and good company

Philomena's Salumeria began with a simple conviction: that the best food comes from patience, quality ingredients, and a genuine care for the people you feed. Named after the matriarch whose kitchen tables were always full, our salumeria carries forward that tradition of abundance.

Every cure is made in-house. Every cheese is chosen by hand. Every loaf is baked fresh each morning. We're not rushing anything — because good things, like a proper prosciutto, simply cannot be hurried.

In-House Curing Every salami, soppressata, and capicollo prepared on-site
Time-Tested Methods Traditional dry-curing techniques passed down through generations
Community First A gathering place where neighbors become friends
What We Do

Our Specialties

From the curing room to the café counter, every offering at Philomena's is crafted with intention and care.

Artfully arranged cured meats on a wooden board
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Cured Meats & Charcuterie

Our signature line of house-cured salamis, prosciutti, capicollo, and soppressata — each aged to perfection in our temperature-controlled room.

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Selection of artisan cheeses with figs and crackers
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Artisan Cheeses

A rotating selection of domestic and imported cheeses, from aged pecorino to creamy burrata — always fresh, always thoughtfully paired.

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Fresh pastries and baked goods on display
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Fresh Bakery & Café

House-baked breads, flaky pastries, and seasonal treats served alongside expertly brewed coffee — your morning ritual, elevated.

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Wine glasses and bottles on a rustic table
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Curated Wines & Spirits

Small-production Italian wines, craft cocktails, and a carefully selected spirits list designed to complement every plate.

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The Experience

Philomena's has become our Sunday ritual. The charcuterie board is extraordinary — you can taste the care in every slice — and the atmosphere makes you want to stay for hours. It feels like dining at someone's beautifully stocked kitchen table.

Visit Us

Come sit at
our table

Address 412 Main St, Utica 13501-1217
Hours Mon – Fri: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Warm café interior with customers enjoying food and drink
Main Street Utica exterior view
Get in Touch

We'd love to
hear from you

Whether you're planning an event, have a question about our products, or just want to say hello — reach out anytime.

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