Dipasquale’s Italian Market

After 110 years in business, DiPasquale’s Italian Market continues to serve as Baltimore’s premier destination for authentic Italian groceries, delicatessen items and dining
experiences.

Owner Joseph DiPasquale leads the family-owned establishment, which employs 50 people and recently relocated its main location to provide customers with an enhanced shopping experience.

“We are proud to represent our family’s traditions and heritage. At the store we try to emulate our experience to the customer,” DiPasquale said.

The market has built its reputation on providing a comprehensive Italian market experience, combining a grocery store, deli and restaurant under one roof. The business focuses on maintaining traditional Italian authenticity throughout its operations.

The transition to the new location marked a significant milestone for the business, though DiPasquale acknowledges it came with its share of challenges. However, the move has ultimately resulted in improved customer experience while maintaining the market’s cherished family atmosphere. Like many family-owned businesses, DiPasquale’s faces unique challenges in maintaining work-life
balance. The passion for the business and commitment to customer satisfaction sometimes makes it difficult to separate work from family time, especially during gatherings. “We love what we do and want to make the customer happy so it can be difficult to not bring work home or at family gatherings,” DiPasquale said.

Despite these challenges, the market’s longevity speaks to its successful formula of combining family tradition with customer service. As one of Baltimore’s longest-running family-owned businesses, DiPasquale’s has demonstrated remarkable staying power in an increasingly competitive retail landscape.

This profile is part of The Daily Record's In the Lead: Best Family-Owned Businesses in Maryland list for 2024. Information used in this profile was sourced from the honoree. See the full list at thedailyrecord.com.