Wisevoter
Raleigh

Gallicchio's Market and Eatery Opened in Raleigh

The new establishment occupies the space formerly held by (Ish) Delicatessen on N. Person Street.

Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Openings & Closings

Artisanal bread and fresh vegetables on a ceramic plate atop a weathered oak table in warm natural light.
Chef Stacy Gallicchio Murphy has officially opened Gallicchio's Market and Eatery in Raleigh's Oakwood neighborhood, occupying a storefront on N. Person Street. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

Live Poll

Do you prefer having new local eateries open in your neighborhood?

Chef Stacy Gallicchio Murphy has officially opened Gallicchio's Market and Eatery at 702 N. Person St. in the Oakwood neighborhood. The new storefront replaces (Ish) Delicatessen, which closed its doors earlier this year.

Why it matters

The opening brings a new dining option to the Oakwood area following the departure of a previous tenant in the same location. The eatery establishes a permanent home after testing its concept through various pop-up events.

The menu features handmade salads, pastas, and sandwiches, with the roasted pork and broccoli rabe sandwich priced at $16. All items are prepared in-house at the 702 N. Person St. location.

The players

Stacy Gallicchio Murphy

She is the chef and owner behind the new market and eatery concept.

The details

The restaurant transitioned from a series of pop-up events to a full-time operation within the storefront. All food items served at the market are crafted in-house by the kitchen team.

Timeline

  1. The former tenant, (Ish) Delicatessen, closed in 2026.

  2. Gallicchio's Market and Eatery opened on October 8, 2026.

Market Landscape

This opening reflects a growing restaurant industry trend where operators use pop-up test phases to refine menus and build demand before securing permanent real estate. By taking over an existing culinary space in Oakwood, the business capitalizes on pre-established neighborhood foot traffic.

Local residents in the Oakwood area now have access to a new menu featuring house-made pastas and sandwiches. Customers can visit the storefront at 702 N. Person St. to experience the new offerings firsthand.

The takeaway

The arrival of this eatery offers a fresh culinary option to the neighborhood after a period of vacancy. Diners can expect the restaurant to evolve its programming to include special dinner events in the coming months.

Further reading

For more on the local food scene, browse the Openings & Closings section.

Source note: This article includes information reported by Axios.

Live Poll

Do you prefer having new local eateries open in your neighborhood?