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Capo Italian Deli

3.8 (340 reviews)
ModerateDelis, Italian, Salad
Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 3 months ago

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Sm Maple Honey Turkey
Shannon F.

Honestly such a great sandwich the seeded role was AMAZING. They do a buy one get one deal often with delivery. Will def get again

Chicken Fontina Sub- Small
Julia

Capo does not disappoint!! Best cheesesteak you can get in DC (still doesn't compare to Philly) and their chicken fontina is in my opinion the best sub on the menu. Still great reheating on day 2! P.S. please ignore the not-so-aesthetic pics that were taken as we were eating on the side of the road. Couldn't wait until we got home!

Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak Sub- Large
Don B.

Got take out from Capo's and was impressed. I got the Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak and it was delicious. I got American and pepper jack cheese, pickles, lettuce, tomato, basil aioli (would taste good on a boot) all on a seeded Italian roll. The flavor was all there. Probably one of the best tasting chicken cheesesteaks I've had. I will be back to try the chicken alla vodka and maybe a few other items on their menu. Definitely worth a try.

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Shawn W.

Maybe it was just me. For others who have visited this place were you curious as to why there was a guy always sitting in front of the freezer and why people were going in it? Well I found out after I left that the "freezer door" to the left is the entrance to a speakeasy. Ok on the review. There is room if you choose the option to sit and eat but not much room. This place seems to be more of a grab and go and many know exactly what they came in here. When it comes to trying out a new deli I usually go with a reuben or Italian and I went with the latter. Hey it is an Italian deli so no surprise of no reuben. There are plenty of selections but seeing I was doing a grab and I go I went my choice with no lettuce or tomato to keep it from getting soggy. When I finally bit into it the bread had a nice crunch but nothing that will be scraping the roof of your mouth. Kind of reminds me of French bread with it being soft on the inside but a nice foundation surrounding it. The flavors came together pretty good and the dressing, which can be bought there, had a nice tangy taste. This was something different and in a good way. Many places have their own version of the Italian where some might include one particular meat while others do not. I see myself coming back here again to try some of their other items. There are options for Italian dishes such as chicken parm, lasagna, ziti, and such to try. I will be leading to the chicken parm next time

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Audrey R.

I don't see a single salad review on this page so let me pave the way - yes, capo deli is not just a speakeasy....its a sandwich shop too. they have a broad menu of speciality options and make your own possibilities - this location, not the foggy bottom spot, has a make your own salad. you can tell this a deli because they know how to load on salad toppings. the banana pepper ratio was to die for. I don't want just a bowl of leaves - the meat portion was large as well! however, it is a sandwich spot, meaning the meat wasn't really meant for a salad. the turkey very plasticy in texture and super stuck together. I would definitely skip this, hard to think that was not made in a lab - the chicken was very bland and dry but the portion blew places like sweetgreen out of the water

"Caprese" sandwich that looks NOTHING like the pics on the website. Flavorless and totally disappointing.
Sabra R.

I ordered a Sm Caprese sandwich. I received tomato and mozzarella with 3 stands of basil and no balsamic to speak of. I had to add my own basil and balsamic glaze, just to make it worth eating. So disappointing, given that I order the turkey and cheese almost daily and i love it (which is the only reason for the second star). This was a complete waste of money. Capo owes me a free sandwich or a full refulnd.

Interior, and the door to the backroom speakeasy.
Rob G.

It's a pretty standard Deli but really only good for takeout since it is small and the seating area is really only serviceable as a waiting areas. I got a to-go of their "Capo's special." it was very, very good and DID NOT skimp on the meat! Totally worth the price and the flavors were on point. It wasn't in the best part of town and we did have a person with mental illness shout a lot of every kind of slur at us on our walk from the Metro. I don't hold this against the Deli, so do with that what you will. I give a minus on service because the girl I was ordering from did not know even the basics of the menu or what came on a given sub. The backroom is really neat and I did a separate review on that.

The back room at around 10:30pm on a Saturday night.
Geneva D.

As I mentioned in my first review of Capo this past winter, I work pretty close and used to grab a sandwich from here every once in a while, but stopped coming after my incident in the speakeasy. A few days ago, I was craving a sandwich so I popped over to grab a chicken cheesesteak. I don't eat red meat, so I made sure to not to the team member taking my order that I wanted chicken. She was super friendly and my order was ready within 10 minutes. I walked back to my off only to discover I was given a beef cheesesteak, which was a disappointment. I called, talked to the manager and asked for my order to be corrected and delivered. Within 15 minutes, Patrick the manager was in front of my office building with my order. He hand delivered my order and let me keep the beef sandwich, which I gave away. That's top tier customer service!

Lg Chicken Salad Sub
Jahaan T.

Love this place for the subs! And if you didn't know, they have a speakeasy in the back. Great place for lunch and a nightcap. They also sell adult beverages to go!

Subs
Larry M.

My fellow content creator ( @adorkandherfork ), visited this scrumptious looking deli on Florida avenue (in D.C.)fairly recently. So She has a signature sandwich there. So I followed up to go get it. Unfortunately they didn't have it that day. You know me though...I still went IN!! . Where I am: @capoitaliandeli . Location Reviewed: 715 Florida Ave., N.W. Washington D.C. . Menu Includes: Cold Subs (from Italian combos to oven roasted turkey), Meatballs, Eggplant Parmesan, Baked Ziti, Tri Colored Pasta , Cheesesteaks, Grilled Chicken Breast Subs, Cuban Subs, Cocktails, & MORE!! . Items Reviewed: Their Italian Combo Sub (with hot Capicola, salami, provolone, & lto Lrg.$14.50). LIKE THAT!! Thick, seeded bread, & fresh!! Their Large Cannoli ($4). STAMP!! Sweet, flaky, & huge!! Their Italian Beef (with roast beef, marinara, onions, garlic, Romano, & melted mozzarella $15.50). STAMP!! Tender juicy beef, seeded bread, perfect!! Their Beef Lasagna (with ricotta,& mozzarella cheeses, minced beef, marinara, & noodles $14). LIKE THAT!! Fresh marinara, a thick layer of beef, well seasoned, & cheesy!! Their Stuffed Shell (with marinara, & ricotta $3.50). LIKE THAT!! The ricotta is definitely fresh!! The @boylanbottling Black Cherry Soda ($3). STAMP!! Per normal!! . Customer Service: On Point!! . Online Navigation: Easy . Parking: Super Rough . Music: YouTube-Backyard 1997 Pockets & Sockets . Recommendations: Everything aforementioned!! 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews

Sm Caprese Sub
Victoria P.

Small Caprese Cold Sub from Capo Italian Deli after a long day out - hit the spot (but, I'd like to see some more vegetarian options hit their menu)!

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cold and hot subs are PHENOMENAL here. Stuffed ricotta shells are my favorite. Service good and nice and clean restaurant.

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The subs here are next level and I got two turkey subs when they had a buy one get one free deal. I should have bought more. Great quality.

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Do we need reservations to get into the back room?

Not that I know of, obviously though check as Covid protocols change so often.

I read a comment a while ago how they are "stingy" with their Tuna Fish. Plus a friend of mind got a Tuna Fish sub and experience the same thing. Seems like a lot of money for a lettuces, tomato sub yet they get four stars, strange?

You don't buy tuna salad at an Italian deli.

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I give l'ardente 5 stars and the 3 g's: Gorgeous, glamorous , and glorious. I was solo dining and…read morefelt so well taken care of. The waitress I had was so sweet and their guest service coordinator constantly checked in with a warm attitude. I got the focaccia and was between the girasoli and spaghetti pomodoro. I am so glad I went with my waitresses recommendation and got the girasoli! It was unlike any pasta I've ever had. Similar to a ravioli, but has a veggie puree opposed to cheese on the inside. The leek and lettuce within the lemon butter sauce was to die for, and the girasoli itself was pleasant and unforgettable. The focaccia was also SO FLUFFY. The outer crust was not too crunchy and just right. The inside is so glamorous but also feels Italian. Very clean, nice and spread out, and overall a fabulous vibe. If I'm ever back in DC, this is on my list of restaurants to be coming back to!

I think I am in "my finally" season - trying all of the things I have been meaning to get to…read more Ever since L'Ardente opened in 2021, I've wanted to try it. Unfortunately, I never got a chance to while I lived in DC, because to be honest, I never got in an Italian mood. Now that I no longer reside in the DC area, I use every visit to eat my faves and occasionally a new spot. So, after another popular (and cheaper) Italian place closed before I could finish my delivery order, I spotted L'Ardente. I ordered the famous Lasagna - their 40-layer specialty - with short rib sugo, truffle mornay, and Sottocenere Cheese. The truffle mornay added a smooth, melty, creamy cheese sauce. It is good, but I am not sure if it is worth the hype at $40 lagnasa. I think the cost is built into the work but not the flavor profile. I think the meal is better without the sauce - it made it too salty with it.

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