I went to Cousin Vinny's about 10 minutes before close and they were so kind assuring it was no problem at all. I go to Vinny's all the time and this experience was just as great as all the rest. Every time you walk in they make you feel welcome. This time just like the rest they got my food out so fast (fyi they never mess up an order) and they even offered to give my friends and I cookies. I love Cousin Vinny's!! read more

we had see this place on Diners, Drive ins and Dives, and since we were heading to Tampa for a cruise, we wanted to check it out and it did not disappoint!!! read more

Fantastic sandwich again! I ordered the Uncle Jun, which is capicola, arugula, housemade pecorino cream, and a housemade red pesto. I requested the housemade red pesto be on the side. I was hoping to switch it to the regular pesto but it wasn't an option for online ordering and I didn't see a comment section to request this. Absolutely delicious! I really enjoyed the red pesto in the end!! read more

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Overall the food was great! They were as efficient as possible , but it was very busy! There isn't much seating and it was packed so we had to take it to go. I think it was a bit overpriced and a long wait , but alas once we were able to get home and eat we loved it ... so happy we finally got to stop. read more

Don't pass up this little sandwich shop. Little building but it packs a big punch! We tried the chicken bacon ranch, the chicken Caesar salad wrap, and the buffalo chicken Caesar salad wrap. They were all delicious. The bagged kettle cooked chips are delicious. No fresh brewed tea but won't ding them for that. The guy who rang us up, Dean, what a nice man. read more

Pretty nice little place near UT and downtown. Service was nice. The sandwich I got was "That Louie". Nice size sandwich, though to be completely honest, it was a bit bland. The pesto and peppers lack a strong flavor, and it was hard to actually taste those ingredients through the bread, which was actually pretty nice. Good chew and just salty enough. The actual cutlet is a tad small, but wasn't dry, so that's another good thing going for it. Just based on the sandwich, I would give it a 3.5, but will round up to be nice. I will try them again if someone mentions wanting to go, but for 17 dollars, I'm not sure I would return just for myself. read more

Cousin Vinny's - That Louie - Sandwiches Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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The Best Sandwich shop in Tampa. If you're a fan of Italian sandwiches, this place is a must. I had the Tony Piccante and it absolutely delivered--crispy chicken cutlet, flavorful vodka sauce, melty cheese, and just the right amount of heat. Fresh ingredients, great bread, and friendly service. Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu! read more

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I saw this restaurant on Triple D and had to stop by to see what all the hype was. It's a very small shop, but so very crowded for the rush. I would recommend ordering ahead of time! We luckily waited and got a seat inside (very limited seating - 3 tables). We got the Tony Piccante and That Louie. The sandwiches and cutlets were delicious. For the Tony Piccante, the sauce spilled out so the bread on one half got really soggy. The other half was delicious though - the bread was fluffy and gad a good crunch to it. The That Louie's bread held up a lot better. I will say that I think it needed a little more pesto on the inside because the chicken was a little dry. The pesto sauce was tasty- maybe extra sauce on the side? Overall, the sandwiches lived up to my expectations! read more

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One of THE BEST sub spots I have had. Relatively a new spot, but man oh man... I definitely recommend this spot if you ever visit Tampa. I had the Tony Piccante, which was absolutely delicious. Sub was huge, bread was crispy and crunchy just nicely, cutlet was juicy yet crunchy, the vodka sauce was slightly spicy, had a nice kick, and paired so well with the sweet ricotta cheese. Absolute banger of a sub. 10/10 spot. It was packed when I went with my group, so if possible, try ordering ahead of time or you will wait for a bit. Will 100% go again when I visit Tampa. read more

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Best chicken cutlet sandwich I've had since I left New Jersey in 2011. Soft fresh Italian bread sub roll, pounded thin cutlet, so good. The line waiting for subs was insane at 3 p.m. On a Saturday. This is a takeout place - there are only three tables so plan to bring your sandwich home. read more

Cousin Vinny's - Sandwiches Near Me - Tampa, Florida

The place was packed, but the staff was very welcoming and friendly. I placed my order, and it didn't take long at all to get my food. There isn't much seating, so they definitely could use more space or expand. But the food was delicious, flavorful, and fresh! I definitely recommend giving them a try! read more

Cousin Vinny's - Parm Don - Sandwiches Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I honestly don't get the hype. I was so excited to try this place after so many raving reviews. I got The PARMESAN DON with house made vodka sauce and it was just okay. It was a lot of bread and a very thin slice of chicken. Mostly was eating breading, sauce and cheese. The sauce was average.. nothing about it was bad but it wasn't a standout either. Overall, I was disappointed and I won't be coming back. read more

Great Sandwich and a perfect spot for lunch! I have been to cousin Vinny's twice and for a sandwich place it really is a place to remember. Not a lot of space inside the restaurant so I recommend getting it go but if you're in the Tampa area definitely worth a visit! Service is good and friendly but the wait can be long because they are always pretty busy. read more

Cousin Vinny's - Sandwiches Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Please for the love of god, order ahead if you don't like to wait. It's a small space, so it feels crowded. There's a bench outside for waiting. Ordering was quick, but we waited from 1:04pm until 1:33pm for a wrap and a chicken parm. That being said, there's a reason it's busy. That wrap was so tasty and we haven't even gotten to the chicken parm yet. read more

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Tiny place with BIG taste!! We stopped by on a quick trip after watching beach volleyball games at Univ of Tampa. Delicious! Just wow! Super friendly from placing the order to pick up. We got the chicken Caesar wrap and the Tony Piccante. Wrap was outstanding, fresh. The "Tony" was great- the bread was off the charts good. Soft with a crunch. A bit messy, but worth it. Spicy ala vodka sauce does have a kick to it. Huge portions. Could actually split and you'd be fine. Would definitely RECOMMEND!! read more

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Stopped by Cousin Vinny's in Tampa to grab some subs before heading out to catch the sunset, and it was a solid choice. I ordered the Tony Piccante, and my husband got something similar to an Italian sub ( can't remember the name). Both sandwiches were packed with flavor and made with really fresh ingredients. The portions are no joke either..you're definitely getting your money's worth. Everything tasted fresh, well-seasoned, and satisfying without feeling heavy. I was full eating half. Perfect quick stop if you want something filling and flavorful. read more

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Cousin Vinny's Sandwich is a small sandwich shop located on Cass St near the University of Tampa. There is not much seating or standing room inside so you might want to consider taking your food to go. Parking is also scarce. Service is quick though. Our sandwich was ready within 8 minutes. I've only tried one sandwich so far, Tony Piccante... but that's all I needed to try to say it's one of the best around. The bread was excellent. The cutlets with vodka sauce, red peppers, ricotta, and mozzarella made an outstanding sandwich. At $15 it's not a cheap sandwich for the size, but it's stacked with quality ingredients. read more

Cousin Vinny's - Tony piccante - Sandwiches Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I was so impressed with Cousin Vinny's. I'm not really a sandwich girl so that says a lot. There was a line out of the door so I knew it must be good. We got prosciutto di papo and That Louie! Who knew a chicken cutlet on a sandwich could be so good. The food was delicious. We will be back to try the other menu items. read more

Grilled chicken Caesar salad wrap was WOW. You wouldn't think a Caesar wrap could get any better but then I tried this place... Number one tip is to order EARLY especially around peak times! I did an online order on a Friday at 1:30pm (website says it'll be ready in 30/45 minutes) and got there at 2:55pm. Place was PACKED. I ended up waiting until 2:20 when I finally got my food. Well worth the wait... but be prepared to be waiting with students that attend school nearby and be basically shoulder to shoulder as place is very small. Staff was going as quick as the could! Parking is kind of a nightmare which is understandable given where the place is located. read more

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10/10 sandwiches, our go to spot. Love that they fry everything in tallow. The portions are large and the food is good

Welcome to the family Cousin Vinny. I loved it here. Well I didn't really go in. I ordered online and picked it up. Which was so efficient and seamless. Order was ready mad fast too. Going here I had really high hopes but I was also worried that it would be a letdown. Based off the extreme hype I was worried but knew I had to try it and do a trial by fire. Not only did they pass but they crushed the test. I went with 2 homies. All ordered separate menu items and they delivered. Pesto sammy, prosciutto sammy and a spicy chicken cutlet. Idk I can't be asked to get the government names from the menu, too many clicks away. But all three delivered. Spent the day by the pool and took these bad boys down afterwards and if my summer is backed and sponsored by My Cousin Vinny, it's going to be a great summer. Chicken was breaded perfectly, correct amount of sauce-cheese-toppings ratio and bread was plush. I mean no notes except lemme get more!! A fun idea, (and I know the kitchen will hate this and im sorry) what if we allowed the customer to do a half-half deal. Two different half's of a sandwich would go crazyyyyy - just an idea. I'll be back to try the whole menu and the wraps. I'm excited read more

Food was great. The staff were very friendly and so kind. They gave me a free chocolate chip cookie! So nice! This place was very busy and it is quite small. Only three tables inside with 4 seats each. But no big deal. Most people it seems take orders to go. This place bas been going viral online, so I thought I'd give it a try and I'm glad that I did! read more

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My brother had heard good things about Vinny's so we stopped by for lunch and we get the hype! It's a small restaurant with minimal parking and seating, but truly massive and delicious sandwiches so just plan on taking yours to go if needed. My sister and I split the prosciutto di papo which was packed with fresh mozz, red peppers, and prosciutto. Absolutely delicious and more than enough for 2 people. My brother and his fiance split the Tony piccante and the bite I tried before they devoured it was just as good. Make sure you catch the mural of my cousin Vinny outside! read more

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We tried them over a year ago and loved it, but lately we've been twice in the past 6 months and felt disappointed. Prosciutto Di Papo- good and loaded. but again i havent had this recently so don't know if its the same quality. Tony Piccante- not at all enough vodka sauce like they used to put yet prob one of the best items on the menu. Thee Parmesan Don- plain jane. Tiramisu Tres Leches- nothing special. It's sad because they were TikTok famous last year so the quality bumped up but now it's dying down. Is it still the best italian sub shop in Tampa? I'm sure but I wish it was up to NY quality. Ambience- busy but hectic and crowded. small space with not enough sitting let along waiting space. bathrooms are usually clean however. read more

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Had to check this place out after making Michelins Bib Gourmand! I understand they can get wildly busy, so was fortunate to show up during a downtime, and even then it took a while for the sammy to come out, as it must be made fresh. The Louie was a bit dry, but cutlet was on point - crispy and tender, and bread warm, soft, with crispy outter shell. Not a cheap Sammy, but worth the extra couple bucks for something local & made with love. read more

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Update: I went back to Cousin Vinny's after a year and now I can say they truly impressed. Their menu has expanded and they now seem very dialed in. I got the Cape Del Schmeet and it was excellent. read more

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When you hear Italian Sandwich shops, you tend to think of the classic Italian cold cut meat sandwiches that we all know and love. Cousin Vinny's focuses more on other Italian sandwiches like cutlets and schiaccata. They had me at cutlet sandwiches and so we stopped by to try some. Service was quick and after ordering, it took about 10 minutes for my sandwich to be ready. There's a few tables inside but I took my food to go. I ordered the Tony Piccante which was fantastic! I cutlet was tender and tasty. The spicy vodka sauce was a huge highlight and it definitely had a nice kick to it! All things combined with the cheese and roasted red peppers, it was heavenly. However by the end of the sandwich, the acidic flavors got to be a little too much between the vodka sauce and roasted red peppers. If the vodka sauce or other parts of the sandwich were slightly salted more, I think this would help balance out the overall sandwich. But even with that being said, I really loved this sandwich and am sad that I won't be able to try something else until I'm back in Tampa! read more

Cousin Vinny's - Tony Piccante - Sandwiches Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I finally got to cousin Vinny's...wow! Who knew that this unassuming brown paper bag held within it the most amazing meatball sub of all time?! The bread is crunchy on the outside and sort and chewy inside. The meatballs were...well, meaty! I got the spicy vodka sauce and it...was...amazing! Just a little kick...cheesy and tomatoey...overall 5 star experience. I got it to go, of course...I'll be back! read more

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Hands down, the greatest chicken Caesar wrap in this world. Pure perfection from first bite to last -- I'm talking crisp romaine, dressing done right, chicken juicy, wrap tight, no sog. This is the real deal, not the Florida imitation nonsense. Gotta give props to Max for putting me on the chicken Parm sub too. Another best of the best I've ever had when it comes to chicken parm sandwiches -- sauce, cheese, bread, all in the right proportion, nothing drowning anything else out. If you see this review, don't think -- get in the car and get the wrap. Get the Chicken Parm Sandwich while you're at it. read more

We decided to call an audible from boring airport food and found these guys on Yelp on the way out of Tampa. So glad we did. Got the vin don with spicy vodka and it was gone basically the moment I sat down in 38C read more

Cousin Vinny's - Vin don - Sandwiches Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I heard a lot about these sandwiches but only went now to try it There are long line that moves pretty fast. Most sandwiches are with meat but one is vegetarian- the one we had. It was tasty and we will come back again. read more

So there I am, pulling up to Cousin Vinny's in Tampa, and what's staring me down from the storefront? That elusive red square--Michelin 2025. Wait, what? A sandwich shop with Michelin cred? Stakes officially raised. I went straight for "That Louis"--their signature chicken cutlet with pesto and roasted red peppers. And let me tell you, I was ready to nitpick every detail. But nah, this was just a damn good sandwich. The bread, which for me is half the battle, was a soft white roll that perfectly balanced the crunch of that cutlet. High-quality ingredients across the board! Now, if I'm behind honest--this probably isn't the single best sandwich shop I've ever hit (and trust me, I've probably clocked over 100 at this point). But a Michelin-guided one? That's a first for me, and Vinny's holds its own. Sandwiches are life, and this is sandwich excellence! I'm already curious about the rest of that menu. I shall return soon enough to itch that curiosity..... read more

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Popped into Vinny's on a whim but gosh is it hard to find parking! They only have three spots! We ended up parking down the street and walking. It's definitely a primarily takeout spot. There are three tables which are always full. Super minimalist with the options and the supplies. You won't find napkins, forks or knives hanging out for you to access. The bathroom also didn't have any paper towels. Also the music was insanely loud. Couldn't even hear my husband from across the table. Now the food! The food was delicious! I had the chicken Caesar wrap and it was probably the best I ever had! The homemade dressing was just the right amount. The croutons offered a nice crunch. They have grilled or cutlet chicken available too. My husband at the chicken parm and he enjoyed that too! read more

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Service was friendly and very quick! Also the restaurant is very nice on the inside and good light music. The sandwich/ subs were made fresh to order and delicious. Id definitely come back and get the same sub. I don't recall the name but I got it without the salami/pork. There's very limited parking but we made it work. read more

Cousin Vinny's - Sandwiches Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Great service! Best chicken caesar wrap i've had in a while. Staff was friendly. Cute hole in the wall vibes. They also gave us a free desert!! read more

Cousin Vinny's - pudding - Sandwiches Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Stopped by Cousin Vinny's on Sunday around 2pm. Wow they were absolutely PACKED inside. We couldn't tell who had ordered versus who was waiting for their order based on how crowded it was. After a bit, we realized everyone had ordered already and we stepped up to the cash register. I ordered the PROSCIUTTO DI PAPO and my boyfriend ordered the THEE PARMESAN DON. We stood awkwardly in the way of the trash can for a while as there was zero space in the place to go to truly be out of the way of people. After about 20 minutes of standing there, a table cleared up and we very quickly rushed over to grab a seat. The cashier came out and cleaned another table but did not bother to clean ours. It seemed as though she was only willing to clean empty table. After about 40 minutes, our food was ready. It was insane to see how many orders were on their screen as the whole kitchen is visible from inside the place. The sandwiches were good, but I would absolutely recommend ordering ahead so that you don't get stuck standing there forever waiting. I also don't necessarily think the sandwiches were as good as expected. Especially for how long we had to wait. read more

Yum! Great service, sandwiches, vibes. I have no complaints. The bread was perfectly toasted. The chicken cutlets were thin and crispy. Will be back soon! read more

Cousin Vinny's - Meatball sub with red sauce Capo del schmeet - Sandwiches Near Me - Tampa, Florida

My stomach is rumbling as I think about my visit to Cousin Vinny's. I stopped in for lunch a few days ago and WOW! the food here is phenomenal! I ordered the Tony Piccante at the recommendation of the cashier and it did not disappoint. Warm crisp Italian bread was filled with super tender chicken cutlets, lightly spicy vodka sauce, gooey mozzarella and ricotta cheeses, and juicy red peppers. Please go out of your way to visit Cousin Vinny's. It is a must visit in Tampa. read more

Cousin Vinny's - Tony Piccante - Sandwiches Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I'm so glad I decided to check this spot out! From the moment I walked in, I noticed how clean the space was, which immediately made a great impression. Parking is a bit limited, so it's worth keeping that in mind when you plan your visit. Inside, there are only three tables along with a small bar area where you can stand and enjoy your food. We lucked out and were able to grab a table just as another group was leaving, but if you're stopping by after work or on a weekend, you might have to wait a bit. We tried the That Louie and the Parm Don with vodka sauce, and both were absolutely delicious. Our food came out within just a few minutes, and was insanely good. We also tried the chocolate chip cookie, which was the perfect sweet treat to end the meal. Overall, this place is definitely worth a visit. Next time, I'm excited to try one of their wraps or another sandwich. If you're in the area and looking for fresh, flavorful food in a cozy, casual setting, this spot should be at the top of your list! read more

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Cousin Vinny's is probably one of the best chicken cutlet sandwiches you can get in the area! The portion sizes were extremely generous, and honestly the prices were not that bad. The service was very friendly, but it did take a good 15-20 minutes to get my food and that, paired with limited seating makes it a hard place to casually enjoy and yes, while you can take it home to eat, the bread becomes a little soggy and quality goes down a little bit. I found it to be just a little too crowded and busy for a chicken cutlet sandwich that you can get at many other places locally that are just as good and with the comfort of enjoying at the restaurant. Sandwiches are 5/5, service is 4.5/5 due to high wait and Ambiance I'd say is 3.5/5 cause of limited seating and waiting room options. read more

Cousin Vinny's - Sandwiches Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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