Compliments Only

"The pandemic-born sandwich slinger left Logan Circle and took over Dupont’s Sorellina deli space last spring. Best sellers on a 10-inch Italian roll include the Teamster with ham, capicola, and Genoa salami, along with hot and sweet peppers, onions, oil and vinegar, and shredded lettuce. The Crunchy Boi sub is another favorite, upgrading a classic turkey sandwich with a layer of crisp potato chips (which can be added into any sandwich). The playful neighborhood addition offers a daily Diet Coke happy hour, mini cannoli dipped in bright Fruity Pebbles, and picnic kits. Order takeout or delivery." - Tierney Plumb, Emily Venezky

"Compliments Only is a counter-service deli that radiates kindness. If you need proof, take a peek inside your to-go bag to find complimentary candies waiting for you. The cheekily decorated sub shop has a houseplant installation focused on making your plants happier and photos of Lizzo and Martha Stewart posed with sandwiches on the wall. Though the sandwiches here are Dupont-pricey at around $15 a pop, they are about a foot long and stuffed with layers of meat and fresh vegetables. Get the Crunchy Boi made with turkey, provolone, garlic, mayo, pickles, and potato chips. It’s crunchy, savory, and delicious. " - Tristiana Hinton, Omnia Saed

"Dupont’s nostalgic sub shop that just won the Rammy for hottest sandwich shop sends out a top-selling Teamster Italian sub with ham, capicola, and Genoa salami, hot and sweet peppers, onions, oil and vinegar, and shredded lettuce. Other 10-inch options to try include a veggie-filled Farmers Market After Dark and meatball-and-melted mozzarella grinder." - Tierney Plumb, Missy Frederick

"Compliments Only is a counter-service deli that radiates kindness. If you need proof, take a peek inside your to-go bag to find complimentary candies waiting for you. The cheekily decorated Dupont Circle sub shop has a houseplant installation focused on making your plants happier and photos of Lizzo and Martha Stewart posed with sandwiches on the wall. Though the sandwiches here are Dupont-pricey at around $15 a pop, they are about a foot long and stuffed with layers of meat and fresh vegetables. Get the Crunchy Boi made with turkey, provolone, garlic, mayo, pickles, and potato chips. It’s crunchy, savory, and delicious." - Omnia Saed

"Compliments Only has relocated to a permanent space in Dupont Circle, offering a variety of playful touches such as a $1 Diet Coke happy hour, mini cannoli dipped in Fruity Pebbles, and a vintage vending machine with candy cigarettes. The shop's primary offering is its sizable subs, including the best-selling Teamster and the new Sticky Wicky Club. The new location also enables fresh sandwich ideas with the addition of an oven." - Tierney Plumb