Angelo's Italian Deli - Bethany, OK…read more
Every once in a while you walk into a restaurant and leave feeling like you discovered something special. That's exactly what happened on our first visit to Angelo's Italian Deli.
I first stumbled across Angelo's on social media and added it to my growing list of places to visit. Since we were already in Bethany for one of my Route 66 adventures, it was the perfect opportunity to stop in. They've only been open about 7-8 months, but I have a feeling they're going to become a favorite in the Oklahoma City food scene.
The deli is spotless, organized, and welcoming. We were greeted by Angelo himself. After introducing ourselves and telling him it was our first visit, he happily walked us through the menu and recommended two of their most popular sandwiches--the Reuben and the Hot Pastrami.
I already had my mind set on the Reuben, so that decision was easy.
My wife ordered the Bianca pizza, made with Alfredo, ricotta, house mozzarella, shaved Parmesan, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Now here's the funny part...
Anyone who knows me knows I'm not a ricotta cheese fan. Texture has always been my issue. But I promised I'd at least give her pizza a try.
My Reuben arrived first, and wow...it disappeared fast. Tender corned beef piled high, perfectly toasted bread, melted Swiss, tangy sauerkraut, and just the right amount of dressing. It was every bit as good as Angelo promised.
When the Bianca pizza arrived, I cautiously grabbed a slice. I still pushed a little of the ricotta aside (old habits die hard), but the crust was fantastic, the mozzarella and Parmesan were excellent, and the balsamic drizzle tied everything together beautifully. While ricotta still isn't my favorite, I absolutely understood why people order this pizza.
The highlight of the visit came after we finished eating.
Angelo stopped by our table and spent several minutes talking with us. He shared stories about cooking in New York City, his years as a chef, and how he eventually found his way to Oklahoma. You could immediately tell this isn't just another restaurant--it's his passion.
Before leaving we asked about dessert.
He recommended the cannoli first, followed by the lemon cake and tiramisu.
Now comes what my wife calls the "Terry Twist."
Remember...I don't like ricotta.
But cannoli filling is made with ricotta blended with mascarpone, so I decided to trust Angelo.
I'm glad I did.
That cannoli was outstanding--one of the best I've ever eaten. Angelo mentioned he has the shells brought in from New Jersey, and they were perfectly crisp with an incredible filling.
Sometimes the best part of dining out isn't just the meal--it's meeting someone who genuinely loves what they do. Angelo made us feel like guests instead of customers.
The dining room is small with several two-top tables, but they do a huge takeout business, and after this experience I can definitely see why.
We'll absolutely be back.
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Atmosphere: 1/2
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If you're looking for authentic Italian deli sandwiches, great pizza, incredible desserts, and a chance to meet an owner who truly cares about his craft, Angelo's Italian Deli belongs on your list. It certainly earned a place on mine.