Capo Italian Deli - Western Market

A Capitol Lunch: Dining Like a Commander-in-Cheese at Capo Deli CAPO DELI in the Western Market, Washington, D.C., was a bit of a trek for us—but we decided to Lincoln up and go for it. Located a 20-minute walk west of the White House along Pennsylvania Ave., we reluctantly made the journey as we weren’t really hungry after a filling but somewhat disappointing breakfast earlier (Sun, May 25, 2025). The sun was out and we’d just had an Eisenhower-ing good time watching the “Rolling to Remember” motorcycle parade for Memorial Day Weekend. The deli was located inside the Western Market, which appeared to be an old building Jeffersoned into a modern and bright food court, boasting a wide range of options. We ordered: 🥪 Turkey & Beef Sub (6 inches) = $13.99
🥪 Italian Beef Sub (6 inches) = $13.99
😢 Tax = $2.80
💰 Total = $30.78 We enjoyed them later in the afternoon sunshine on seats next to the National World War I Memorial, close to the Treasury Building. It was Monroe-mentally nice to sit and relax with the tasty food, and we couldn’t quite believe the subs were only 6 inches—they were Roosevelt-sized! The subs were heavy and packed full of meaty fillings and fresh vegetables. The Italian beef sub was served warm and reminded us of a pizza, with its garlicky flavor. The bread was crunchy and not too thick. We’re pleased we made the detour to Capo Deli—no Nixon regrets here—and our subsequent 8-mile walk around D.C. certainly helped to burn off those Mount Rushmore-worthy subs!

This has to be the WORST meal I’ve had in a very long time. I went outside into the fire pit of hell to grab lunch. I’ve had Capo Italian Deli via Uber Eats or Door Dash before so I was ready to get an awesome sandwich. Not so fast, I went to the 2000 Pennsylvania Avenue, Western Market location. The staff was “terrible.” Maybe it was the heat outside that contributed to the terrible customer service experience that I received. While the person may have been polite, she wasn’t the most helpful. The sandwich I ordered was a Chicken Cheesesteak sub, and it was awful. There was NO redeeming quality of this food, and I threw 98% of it into the trash. The sandwich wasn’t made with care or quality. Please see the attached pictures of the sandwich. The only thing I enjoyed about my lunch was the plain Lays potato chips. I normally tell people to run not walk to a restaurant, but with this experience I’m telling you to run AWAY from this place. Will not be coming back, EVER!

Subs are the best. But I ordered a sandwich thru the website and I got an error, then I tried to do it again, and in the end I have THREE transactions on my bank account for something I never received (I was trying to order before closing). When I got to the restaurant 5 minutes before closing, they said they aren’t taking any orders. Also, right after my transactions didn’t go through, I called them and asked about it, they said they don’t have anything. I asked if I can order through the phone, they said no (I mean, I understand why, but the fact that their website sucks and they didn’t want to do a sub 5 min before closing pissed me off (I was trying to order a cold sub, not a hot one, which means they would not have to clean all grills and stoves again))

I've had food from Capo before at another location and it was great. This location ain't it. They messed up my order and it was really slow. The cheesesteak was so bland, it barely tasted like anything. Seems to be a pattern at this location based off the other reviews. $18 for a small sandwich.

Ordered the chicken fontina. Decent sandwich, but a little pricey at 16.99 plus tax. Business is located inside a food hall.

Solid Italian and roast pork grinders. Italian had ample oil and vinegar. Service was great. I see lots of negative reviews from years back, so things must have improved.

Paid $17 for a cheesesteak and waited so long for my order and got the skimpiest cheesesteak i’ve ever had. Never going to this place again. Flavor is like 7/10 but value for money its a total rip off.

Gave us the wrong order and then tried to tell us we ordered wrong and refused to remake (my friend is a vegetarian who ordered an eggplant parm sub and they gave us a meatball sub and gave my other friends shredded instead of breaded chicken). Worst customer service experience I've had in a long time.

Stopped by for a quick bite and was seriously impressed! The Italian sub was absolutely delicious--perfectly toasted bread, fresh deli meats, and just the right balance of spice and tang. Every bite had that classic, satisfying flavor you hope for in a great sub. I also tried the California steak, and it was incredible. Tender, flavorful, and cooked just right, with toppings that really brought it all together with the lettuce, tomato and onion. Super tasty and definitely something I'd come back for. Definitely adding this as my go to place. Highly recommend if you are in the area and craving for tasty sandwich

Ordered the small Italian to go with dressing on the side. It came as ordered. Packed with meat, lettuce, cheese and tomato. Had a very good taste and was super fresh. Would order again.

We scattered to grab some food while in the Western Market, I picked Capo. I am attracted to Italian subs so when I saw that on the overhead menu, that's what I ordered. My order taker / sandwich maker got the job done. While it wasn't the best sub I've ever had it was pretty good. This Capo Italian Deli is a small place with some common tables in front of the business.

The sub was great and you can't beat the price either. The bread was fresh and ingredients all tasted amazing together.

I needed a quick pick me up after all of my classes and decided to try Capo Deli and I am so glad I did! I got the cheesesteak large sandwich with the marinara sauce. It was delicious and a hefty sandwich! I shared it with my boyfriend and we were both very full after one large sandwich. It was packed with steak and veggies doused in marinara sauce. The bread was also soft. It came piping hot which was a big plus! I will definitely be back again.

I placed an order via UberEats for a small meatball parmigiana sub. The sub was delivered timely but it's missing marinara sauce. Just a dry meatball and cheese sub. Tried calling Capo and was the lady who answered the phone was initially dismissive. Kept asking if I'd contacted UberEats. I explained my issue wasn't with the delivery but with the food. She spoke to a manager who questioned my claim because the meatballs are supposed to be in a container with marinara sauce. I was also told to contact UE for options. No offers for resolution!

I finally got my hands on a FAUCI POUCHY! PASSIONFRUIT MARGARITA - tequila, Chacho, passionfruit, mango, lime, agave, spice (I'm sipping this one as I type. Woo, Chile!) THE ORIGINAL - vodka, elderflower, mint lemonade, grapefruit OLD FASHIONED (not a pouchy) - Bourbon, sugar, angostura and orange bitters I was in the area and decided to grab some boozy sip-ups TO GO. Threw them in the freezer as soon as I got home. I couldn't wait for some slushy goodness. Will be back soon to check out a few of their cold cuts, hot subs, and desserts. __ IG: @f.hux I #yelp and I know things. Keep reading... https://linktr.ee/f.hux #foodieHUX #yelpelite #yelpeatsdc #yelpdc

GW students are blessed to have so many options to eat so close to campus! I ordered the small California cheese steak and was shocked at the size because it was bigger than I thought it would be. This is a definitely a nice sized portion for lunch. The California cheesesteak comes with the lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. The sub wasn't the best cheesesteak I've had, but it did the job. If the steak was seasoned, the sub would be a 5/5. The sesame bread is def a nice added touch. Great customer service and I would go back to try something different.

I've ordered Uber eats from here two times and both times it was really really good. Honestly, best sandwiches I've ever had. I got the cheesesteak last time and it was great, I'd definitely recommend. I'd be blessed to eat here one day!

Poor service, bad communication, cold food. I ordered ahead, arrived on time and checked in with staff. The food wasn't ready and then proceeded to wait 20+ mins for the chicken parm. The sub must've sat somewhere unattended because it was cold when i went up to ask when my order would be ready. Staff rolled their eyes when I said I'd been waiting 20 minutes.

Worst service ever !!!!!! the grill guy was all cleaning his grill like it was the toughest job ever. I swear the meanest worst customer service in the world!!! He slammed his door to the stove; came over all angry like he was doing me a favor.. stupid boy! Then I asked when do you close he said another 40 minutes !!!! And yet still !!!!!! Worst service . He then rang me out through my tiramisu at me and slammed the drawer closed . Dumb, rude, inconsiderate, and WORST SERVICE EVER !!!!!!!!! I don't even wanna eat what I bought because of the bad vibes. Do better!!!! Be better!!!! Hire people who will add value to your business not one who will drive the customers away!!! Your food might have been good but I'll never know now because your service was so ugly!

I went to the Capo Deli in Western Market. It was very clean and staff were very nice. I'm from Jersey so I've had my fair share of Italian Subs over the years. This sub was good, but I wouldn't say it's one of the better Italian subs I've had. The bread was very good and so was the meat, but I felt there was something missing even though I added some mayo. When I first bite into an Italian sub I get an immediate taste of the oil and vinegar while also getting those sharp onions into the mix. I didn't get that with this sub. Overall a good sub.

Ordered a chicken parmesan sub - terrible. Chicken was so dry it was inedible, almost no sauce, sandwich was mostly stale bread. Had high hopes because I've heard they have good eggplant parm but this was awful.

One of the best delis around! I am not a huge sandwich/deli person, but I really enjoyed Capo. I ordered my own small spinach wrap with honey ham, capicola, provolone cheese, sweet roasted peppers, sun dried tomatoes, onions, lettuce, mayo, and honey mustard. I don't know if the combination was just superb or if the deli is just great, but it worked. They weren't shy about putting in a lot of the ingredients--very generous with the amount of meat. I especially loved the sun dried tomatoes and sweet roasted peppers, it's worth the extra charge. I only had half the small wrap and it filled me up. Definitely going back!

Excellent sandwich. Crispy bread. Lots of great options. Service was a bit spotty. In a great location for GW.

The Italian submarine sandwich was different but good. I enjoyed it for the most part but the bread was so hard and crusty I could only eat half because my mouth became tender from the bread. Regarding the meat nothing really stood out.

Just moved to DC from New Jersey and was excited to try Capo to get my Chicken Parm sub fix close to where I live. $17 with tax was a bit high for a chicken parm sub but I was willing to forego that for good quality. I will start with the good. The bread was very solid, and the sauce and cheese had nice flavor as well. My main gripe was with the chicken cutlet, or lack thereof. Upon picking up the sub I noticed how flat it was, even through the tin foil. When I unwrapped it I saw there was such little chicken that the pieces of bread touched each other in most places. All there was one super thin cutlet that was even tough in some places. Needless to say I was highly disappointed in this sub and it does not hold a candle to the Italian Delis of NJ. Could have used some more mozzarella cheese as well. Would love recommendations as to the best chicken parm subs in DC.

Great deli. The bread was delicious. Can't wait for the shop at Cabin John village to open.

Terrible sandwiches that are over priced. I ordered a chicken parmigiana and the chicken was raw and not cooked properly. Businesses like these should be banned for feeding bad food. Will definitely report them to then health department.

Walked past because I had to use the restroom and I wouldn't have otherwise gone here based on the current number of reviews. But this place doesn't need anyone's reviews, people know what's up already. Had the Capo Special and it was everything I want in a sandwich.

Will never return. I've never had a more disgusting chicken cheesesteak in my life. For starters, they use Steak-umm frozen chicken for their cheesesteaks. If you've never had it or don't know what I'm referring to...consider yourself lucky. Then the flavor of the sandwich was off or should I say, nonexistent. It was extremely salty and greasy. I also didn't care for the sesame seed bread that they used, but that's just a matter of preference. Overall, not worth the $17 I paid for the sandwich. I took a couple of bites and tossed the rest. Very disappointing.