So good! The best Italian cold cut out there. We always get the G man with everything. If you haven't had it you are missing out.

In past 3 weeks, i have gone there more than 10 times. The sub they made make me wanting more and come back for more. I would rate them top than others. The people work there are amazing and friendly. My waiting time to get the Sub tends to be less than 2 minutes!!!!! They know I'm hungry! read more

Big G... do it... fast friendly service. Consistently great sandwiches. Call ahead if you're in a hurry but they handle the lunch rush well. Nice choice between hard and soft rolls, both of which are great but the hard roll is a bit unwieldy if you go for the big G... and you should :) read more

Working on the other side of the Anacostia in SE means that you don't really have any good options to go out to lunch unless you drive to navy yard or the barracks. That said, whenever a coworker mentions he's doing a group order to mangialardos, I am in. From day one, they told me to order the G-Man on a soft roll with all the toppings and since then I have stuck with it. Try it, it's good. I found out my grandpa used to go here in the 60s and he remembers it being really good, don't think they've changed much since then. Good stuff. read more

Mangialardo - I tell myself I'll just eat half but then I always wind up eating the second half an hour later -__- - Sandwiches Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Quick, convenient, charming little place. Not the best sandwiches but you won't be disappointed either.

As much as it pains me to say it, Julie H. is right again. Sigh. She knows her food better than me. I admit defeat. But not without writing my own review of Mangialardo and Sons! We should start with the basis that Washington DC is undeservedly lambasted on a consistent basis for an apparent lack of classic Italian subs (or hoagies, if you prefer) within the city proper. I would argue we sport what one might refer to as our holy triumvirate: A Litteri's (see Lee Ann O's review), Taylor (see Justin S.'s review), and Mangialardo and Sons (see Julie H's review). If Mangialardo isn't #1 in the city, I have no idea what criteria one uses to judge their hoagie. Probably the first word that comes to my mind when thinking of a Mangialardo hoagie is the word "fresh". My order, the awe-inspiring G-man, consisted of a wide assortment of fresh Italian meats and cheeses dressed with oil & vinegar (you don't have to add these ingredients), Italian seasoning, hot peppers (you can get mild ones), lettuce, and tomato. The Italian seasoning is clearly homemade. The lettuce and tomato are nice, sturdy, and crisp. You realize the second you walk in that you have entered a special place based simply on the wonderful aroma inside. I'll parrot Julie concerning the actual hoagie. I've never had a better one in my life. If Brad L. insists on calling the Mangialardo and Sons a B+ hoagie (a strong compliment from a Yelper hailing from Philly), I would LOVE to try the places in Philadelphia where he has eaten. I am assuming they must be made directly from the hands of God because Mangialardo is as close to a divine experience as one might imagine from the simple Italian hoagie. read more

I can't help but compare this place to A. Litteri. - As opposed to A. Litteri where you can choose from a set sandwich or create your own mash-up of meats, cheeses, and other toppings, Mangialardo has a small menu. That isn't necessarily a bad thing though, since they know what they're doing with the options that are available. The highly touted G-man is where it's at, but the other sandwiches I've tried are also quite excellent. - Sandwiches are less salty than A. Litteri's sandwiches, although maybe that's a function of there being less meat. - Definitely go with the hot peppers. I have not found the hot pepper addition to be spicy at all - maybe more like zesty. They're quite good though and add to your sandwich. - I prefer the soft roll here as it does not have the structural integrity issues that the A. Litteri's soft roll can have. It maintains a good chew and doesn't dissolving into a big soggy mess. - The sandwich isn't quite as big or brick-like as the behemoth that is an A. Litteri's sandwich, particularly if you go with the soft roll. Half is still sufficient for lunch. - The people that own the place are pretty awesome. Very friendly. - Hours are similar to A. Litteri's, aka not the best if you don't work nearby. Worth the trip out. - With no tables, this may very well mean for the downtown DC lunch crowd (similar to going to A. Litteri): 15 minutes to walk from office to Metro and ride to Potomac Ave + 2 minute walk to Mangialardo + 5 minutes to get sandwich and pay + 2 minute walk to Metro + 15 minute Metro ride and walk back to work = 6 minutes to eat lunch, assuming 45 minute lunch. Or -4 minutes to eat lunch if you just miss the train. Sometimes you can't have it all. read more

I miss hoagies the way people from California miss tacos, the way people from Texas miss BBQ, the way every transplant misses the food they associate with home. If you've read enough Yelp reviews, especially in D.C., you've seen these reviewers: "This place makes okay [bagels/tacos/lutefisk], but it couldn't compete if it was in [New York/California/the Mariana Trench]." Yes, I'm mocking their misery and their occasionally unrealistic expectations fueled by fond childhood memories--even though sometimes they're right. D.C. has no good lutefisk at all. But back to hoagies. I'm happy to say that I don't have to put any qualifiers on Mangialardo's. It's not just "good for D.C.," it's good. My G-man hoagie was just as delicious as my nostalgia-addled brain remembers the hoagies of home (the Philadelphia suburbs). Sure, you can get a lot of perfectly good, and sometimes excellent, sandwiches in D.C., but an Italian hoagie on a proper roll with hot peppers, oil, and vinegar? That's harder to find. The somewhat inconvenient hours, MF 7:30-3, even remind me of my favorite hoagie shop back home. But I would not be deterred by logistics once I heard about these hoagies. It took some preplanning, but I rode my bike to work, so I could ride over here on my lunch break--on a hot and muggy day in August--to get a sandwich. And it was totally worth it. The only problem was after devouring the entire 8 inch hoagie in a shady park, I almost couldn't pedal back to work. I should have saved half you say? AMATEUR. A hoagie with oil and vinegar does not keep, you just have to toughen up and finish the whole thing in one sitting. And so I did. read more

This is my favorite Italian deli (DISCLAIMER: I haven't tried A. Litteris yet). Mangilardos is third-generation family owned. This place is old school, and they don't need to fix what ain't broke! I know hot subs always seem more premium, but trust me, you want a cold cut. Nobody makes a cold sandwich like an Italian deli. This joint also knows exactly how to portion and stack all of the ingredients. The different kinds of cured meat, the pickled veggies, the cheese - all perfectly layered to get a consistent, delicious bite from the first to last. I definitely recommend the g-man. The first time I ate it, I realized I didn't need to try anything else, it was exactly what I wanted. The fontina cheese is a nice a touch and gives it a unique flavor to your standard Italian. The cheese is creamy and more bitter rather than sharp any tangy like an Italian hard cheese. It's also holds up to the heat, salt and fat of the other ingredients. I feel mozzarella or provolone are too mild to stack up, the fontina on the other hand holds its own. Also, please, please get the soft roll! It keeps the whole sandwich tender and easy to eat. The hard roll starts to squish everything and then ingredients start to spill out. The local bakery they order rolls from makes great sandwich rolls. They hold up to all he ingredients but don't get in the way. Keep in mind this place has really limited hours and no seating. You have to order the sandwich in the morning and the. Let it sit and marinate in all of its flavorful oils and vinegars and bust that puppy out for lunch. It's also a salt bomb, so gave a beverage at the ready. I wish I still lived nearby this place. read more

You should stop reading reviews and just go there. Order the G-Man, with a soft roll, hot peppers, O & V, and no mayo (of course). It's one of the best Italian hoagies I have ever had. The ingredients are top notch and the cheese is so sharp and dry it crumbles into little bits of amazingness. The issue with this place is the hours. It's only open Mon-Fri 7:30 am - 3 pm. While I am glad that they can have a successful business with only being open during those hours, I can't go unless I have a random day off. When I went last visited, there were 6 people in front of me in line and it was only 11 am. That is saying something. read more

The "G" man!! That's all I need to say. I used to work at the Navy Yard back in the mid 80's and this place has not changed. The Best subs around in this area, in my opinion. This is a carryout. You cannot sit down and eat your food. You also have to watch the hours they are open. They close early on week days, and sometimes its hard to find a parking space out front. There are meters. Make sure you ride with someone, - you can jump out (just in case) and hurry in and place your order, or call in advance like we used to do. It's 7am, and now I'm in the mood for a GMAN!!! By the way, the staff is really nice, and the soft sub roll is divine. Check it out. This is my reason for still riding on Penn. Ave! read more

I have grown up on Mangialardo subs- my uncle was a police officer in the district and my mother worked on the Hill, so we frequented this place. My uncle has retired and lives in Florida now, but every time he visits, he makes it a priority to stop in NUMEROUS times. I cannot tell you just how special and how good everything is. The "G" Man on a hard roll with all of the toppings (hot AND sweet peppers) is killer. It's the best bread, meat, and cheese you'll ever have. Don't plan on sitting down here- it's a grab and go joint. Parking can be a bear, and you'll often times find people double parking just to run in and get their fix. I have tried all of the other famous sandwich places in the area, and nothing compares. read more

After four months of pure heck, staying away from Mangialardo's, I risked my waistline again, and it was sooo worth it. This time, I got the G-Man with the soft bread and the hot peppers and the ... well I got everything they could put on it. Four months later the review stands. Mangialardo's G-man is the best sandwich around. read more

If you live in DC and haven't had a Mangialardo's sub you've got some living to do. If you work on or near the Hill and your office doesn't regularly place lunch orders here you need to reevaluate your employment situation. My first Mangialardo's sub was a G-Man and it was so damn good I can't say I've ever tried anything else. Hot peppers are a must, and in my opinion so is the hard roll. read more

Amazing! Definitely my favorite sandwich shop in DC. They can get away with simple hours because they do what they do so well. Quick service, friendly atmosphere, good pricing, and amazing taste and value! This place has been around since 1952 and they have their stuff down pat! read more

Mangialardo - The "G" Italian sub with lettuce, tomato, onion, Mayo, oil & vinegar, and hot pepper relish! The hard roll is aaaaamazing! - Sandwiches Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The best damn italian cold cut I've ever had in my life! To be honest, I've been hesitant to write a review about this place. Not that my word is bible and everyone will flock after my post lol but after visiting, I realized the cat is already out the bag! It opens at 7:30 am just to allow for the demand. I thought they served breakfast sandwiches but no. Do what know and stick with it. All the local law enforcement, government workers and secret service agents all over the DMV flock to this deli. One of my clients bought me a sandwich during a showing. I don't usually eat, tomatoes, onions or anything other than turkey or chicken on a sandwich. Since i didn't have the opportunity or order the sandwich myself, i decided to give it a try as is. The moment I took my first bite, i felt like the scene from Ratatouille when he ate the cheese and strawberry at the same time. What a spark! It was like a new discovery. Pure bliss in a bite. Mouth-gasm. I love food and I'll plan my day to visit this place before closing. The people with 1 or 2 stars obviously don't have a significant palate or they just want something to complain about. They may have just ordered the wrong sandwich but the BIG G is where its at! I don't just give out 5 stars willie nillie. Humor me, try it and let me know what you think. read more

Demolished in less than 5 minutes. This is hands down one of if not the best sandwich shops in DC. If only they had seating inside, but then I guess no one would ever leave! read more

Mangialardo - G Man! - Sandwiches Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The first time I came here I wasn't too impressed. No tables? Only a few menu items? Cash only? On my second trip, however, I realized what makes this place great. As I waited in line listening to two garbage men fight about why the Redskins stink this year, it dawned on me that Mangialardo's is a dying breed. It's a remnant from decades ago, a place where class nor color matters, and anyone can come to get a cheap, tasty Italian sub. The bread is fresh and the meats are flavorful. The line moves quickly and the food comes out promptly. The guy at the counter is related to the guy who takes your order, who's the son of the owner, and so on and so forth. It's a real family place. I think the best way to experience this place is to get a few subs to go on a nice day and then go sit outside next door at Harris Teeter. They have about 200 nice tables with umbrellas that are always open, so you might as well take advantage of them. read more

Move over sandwich shops, the NEW champ is here. We had an office lunch gathering, and I ordered the G-man like everyone else had informed me to do. I had mine on a soft Italian hoagie, with all toppings included. I must say I've never had a sandwich like this in my life time. The meat, veggies, and the soft bun all went together great. The cost is relatively great on the pockets. For $8.00 you get a solid lunch or dinner sandwich. The world needs more places like this. read more

This is the place to come when you are looking for a great sandwich, and looking to get full! Mangialardo & Sons offers giant subs, and they really pack all the ingredients in there to the brim. The G-Man seems to be their most popular sandwich, it is a giant sub stuffed with many meats and cheeses, and whatever else they put in there isn't important...it just tastes good. They are always busy but somehow you never have to wait very long. Do not get discouraged by a giant line when you first walk in. If the place is completely packed you most likely won't have to wait more than 15 minutes (depending on your order). They are priced well, meaning you never will need to go to Subway again. Thanks for serving and keeping us all full Mangialardo & Sons! read more

Fantastic place to grab a quick hoagie. The Big G is is one of the best Italian subs I've ever had! I order it just as they recommend and it's perfect, can't say enough positive about the staple of DV read more

Follow the cops, the firefighters, the bus drivers, the gov't workers, the media, and the rest of the real people that make this city work, to Mangialardo's. Order a G-man, grab some chips, and enjoy every last scrumptious bite while sitting in your car, before you get back to work. And yeah, bring cash and get there before 3pm, 'cuz there's no feeling worse than watching them lock the security grate in front of your eyes. read more

3.5 stars. The boys from the office took me for lunch on Wednesday, and I have to say that my G Man on a soft roll was good, but I can't say that it was delicious. I was anxious to perform a comparison between this famous sub shop and my other consistent favorite, The Italian Store. My G Man came with all the cold cuts mentioned here: ham, bologna, pepperoni, salami, mortadella, turkey, and provolone cheese. I added the Italian seasoning, sweet peppers, a little shake of the oil & vinegar, and stand bys of lettuce and tomato. It is certainly cheaper than The Italian Store. A small there runs what a ginormous costs at Mangialardo's. For 6.00 you get a sandwich that serves as a meal at lunch and one a dinner. I'm glad I finally got to try this famous place, but my heart is still with The Italian Store when it comes to subs. If you're in the neighborhood for breakfast, they do serve up egg & cheese sandwiches on Kaiser rolls. You can add ham, bacon, turkey or sausage if you'd like. There are also omelets served up on sub rolls if you prefer that, instead. They have sausage & cheese, ham& cheese and pepperoni & cheese. Street parking is available. read more

Super G gave me a semi. Docked one star for not being open more hours. But really, that's kind of an even bigger endorsement. Only other Italian Sub in the area that is comparable is The Italian Store in Arlington. read more

She made me challenge my all time favorite.... I sat down with two halves, one noticeably larger. After It was all said and done, I was full. I will ROCK with Mangialardo's & their FAMOUS G-MAN SUB ON A SOFT ROLL forever as the best local sub shop in the DMV. read more

Mangialardo - Sandwiches Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

If there was a king of Italian subs it would Mangialardo's G-Man. The taste is divine and the sandwich is stacked. 4 meats and 2 cheese, heck ya. This beast is a meal in itself. I prefer the hard roll on most days, but a softer roll is easier to eat for those not baptized on the hard roll. All for under 10 bucks, easily one of the best meal deals in DC. Lines can be fairly long during lunch but you can call ahead to shorten the wait. There is no place to eat inside so this is a take out only place. read more

I used to go to this place a lot about five years ago when I worked daily from my house on Capitol Hill but haven't been there really since. Today I had a rare chance to work from home, the weather outside is beautiful, I was hungry and "Mangialardo's" popped into my head. It didn't take me long to remember why I patronized this place so much years ago. Real working people getting real food in a no-fuss Italian family owned and operated shop. Like many of the other reviewers, I love their G-Man sub on soft roll (get hot peppers too). The only reason I don't give this place five stars ... which is probably nit-picky ... is because they don't let you pay while you wait for you sandwich to be made. When it's real crowded, you have plenty of opportunity to make use of the idle time to get that cashier step out of the way but for some odd reason they don't let you do it. That said, not being perfect is part of this place's appeal so I'll gladly live with it and find more opportunities to work from home so I can eat more Mangialardo's subs! read more

I've been working in Capitol Hill for about 6 years and didn't know about this place. Thanks yelp! This place is becoming a regular stop for lunch during the weekdays. I tried their "Super Sub" and it was by far the best sub that I had in Capitol Hill. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because I still prefer the subs from Italian Store in Arlington. I'm gonna try couple more subs soon and see if I change my mind. Really friendly service. read more

Straight BOMB! Errytime! As long as you ain't dirty (holdin' cuz the feds be in that joint) you're str8.

If you get a soft roll, it will be from a package of store-bought rolls in a plastic bag. But who in their right mind would get a soft roll anyway? That's the only negative thing about this otherwise wonderful spot.. read more

A phenomenally trad sandwich stand (I do mean stand = carryout only) in a nondescript spot on eastern Pennsylvania Ave. A true throwback to a better era with a focus on quality materials and principled sandwich construction. Primary focus is on the quality of the of the food rather than the music playing over the speakers, the way it should be. There need to be more places like this in the world. The friendliness of the shop's proprietor was exceeded only by the toothsomeness of his sandwich. A must go. I only wish it were economically viable for these gents to be open on the weekends.... read more

Best hoagie I've had in DC, hands down. And I say hoagie because I'm from Philly, where I spent years eating the best hoagies around. Moved to DC 4 years ago, and haven't had a great hoagie since. My problem is now solved - I moved into the neighborhood a week ago and couldn't wait to try it. I ordered the Big G, which is essentially the quintessential italian sub. Couldn't wait to get home, because it smelled just right. Took a bite, and nodded in approval as I chewed and tasted the familiar flavors of a really good hoagie. I love how everyone here says the Big G hoagie is huge. It's normal-sized for Philly standards, but then again, we ARE the fattest city in the country, so don't take my word on this one. If I were being a critic, I'd say it's B+ by Philly standards, and an A+ by DC standards. It hit the spot, and it was more than passed my expectations. Now, only if they had post-lunch and weekend hours so I could go here more often. read more

Being a Philly boy my sandwiches are important to me. Mangialardo has phenomenal Italian sandwiches. They make the Italian store sandwiches in Arlington taste lousy. And the Italian store does a great job. These are just of much higher quality and taste. I think they are better than a lot of the Italian hoagie shops in Philly. By the way they are very inexpensive also. read more

This is a neat little store that has been around for many years. In fact, an elder Mangialardo has been interviewed in an oral history project about the area. we went here on a friday afternoon and yeah, lined up behind construction workers, emts, cops, and firemen. On one of the walls is a board decorated with all types of service-people patches. To be fair, there were also regular folks from the neighborhood and hill staffers. You place your order and get a ticket. Then you find a place to wait till your number is called. Last, you pay at the register (cash only) and go find a place to eat. As another reviewer states, there isn't a description of the all sandwiches listed on the board, which is a bit unfortunate. There is one called a "G-Man" as well as a Super Sub. Those are the way to go. It is your choice between hard or soft bread. My vote is the hard. On my first visit, i ordered a turkey and cheese sub on a hard roll, and then selected preferences for cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, hot or mild peppers, mayo and mustard. maybe something else, too. My companion chose the G-Man, which is a variety of italian meats. It was tasty, and superior to my turkey sandwich. The G-Man easily serves two, it's huge. the store sells chips and drinks to go with your sub if you are so inclined. There was a handwritten sign saying "italian bread, $2.50". This deli offers a few warm sandwiches and spaghetti and meatballs, and also serves breakfast on the weekday. One of the intriguing breakfast items is the pepperoni omelet. it would be wonderful if it was open on the weekend! i do recommend a visit. read more

Just an fyi, I was up in New Jersey last weekend. You know New Jersey, the greatest subs and pizza in the world, blah, blah, blah. No, not really. I bought a large Italian at the Jersey Shore. Suffice to say, you are still #1 in my heart and stomach. Jason Blum Washington, DC read more

Not sure what to say. I work on the National Mall and usually once a week for the past 15 years someone runs there for lunch and to bring subs back to us. There is no seating so its grab and go. We usually debate between a hard roll or soft roll and we are split among the group. You can't go wrong either way. read more

I am shocked that I haven't reviewed Mangialardo's yet! I have them listed in my contacts and depending on who answers the phone in the morning, they know me by my order :). Turkey, egg and cheese on a kaiser roll. It's ridiculously good and a perfect breakfast treat. The lunch sandwiches are great with a variety of options, but I prefer breakfast sandos from this local gem. Please note that they ONLY take cash so bring some. ATM is located at a gas station 2 blocks away, if necessary. Some mornings, the place is packed (especially before 9am). And they're only open for breakfast and lunch, but worth the trip, trust me and enjoy! read more

Craving a hearty sub sandwich? Look no further! D.C.'s best sub place, hands down. Great find in SE. Which sub you say? I come here occasionally for lunch and the G-man is the sandwich to get here - it's their signature sub! For sides, check out the cheese and salami dish. Wallet problems? Important change: they use to be cash only but now they take credit card! Take To-go Heads up, no seating. You order, grab your sandwich and eat elsewhere. Perhaps enjoy nature. read more

Love the food and the service. And the prices are very reasonable. The deli sandwiches are great and the owner is hilarious in a subtle way. The other staff are always very nice as well. The owner has these awesome phrases like "Be safe out there" and "Enjoy your moment" and the delivery is just priceless. It's simultaneously hilarious and genuine. This place is a real gem. read more

I'm not a big cold cut sandwich fan. So when I say that the "G" Man is delicious, you should know I do not say it lightly. Philly folks are real snobs about their hoagies, but I promise they won't be disappointed if they give Mangialardo's a try. You know it from first sniff. My coworkers and I decided a bit late in the day but even without faxing or calling in our order, it took very little time for our order (2 "G" Mans and a Tuna & Cheese) to be ready. I was really prepared for a wait but they were moving at 12:30 on a Tuesday. So go ahead and go, you won't be sorry. read more