Campo's Explained

Campo's
Current-Owner:	Michael Campo
Food-Type:	Cheesesteaks and other sandwiches
Dress-Code:	Casual
Street-Address:	214 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
City:	Philadelphia
County:	United States
Postcode:	19106
State:	Pennsylvania
Other-Locations:	Citizens Bank Park

Campo's Deli, also known as Campo's Philly Cheesesteaks, is a deli that was founded in 1947 on Market St in Old City, Philadelphia. The restaurant has been highly ranked for its cheesesteaks and other deli sandwiches.^[1]

History

Ambrose and Rose Campo opened Campo's in 1947. The next generation of the family took over the restaurant in 1975; the current owner is Michael Campo, grandson of Ambrose and Rose. Campo's Deli remains a family owned business.^[2]

Besides cheesesteaks, Campo's is also known for its Italian hoagie which is made with Dilusso salami, ham capicola, peppered ham, pepperoni, prosciutto and provolone. ^[3]

Campo's is also well-known for offering vegan options of their famous sandwiches and cheesesteaks.^[4] Another popular item Campo's offers is "The Heater", a cheesesteaks with hot peppers.^[5]

See also

• List of submarine sandwich restaurants

Notes and References

1. Web site: A Cheesesteak Is Never Too Far Away Thanks to These Philly Spots That Are Open and Delivering. Maiellano, Sarah. Eater Philly. 2020-07-14. 2 August 2020.
2. Web site: Classic and Creative Philly. The New York Times. 2 August 2020.
3. Web site: Where to Eat Hoagies in Philadelphia: The Ultimate Guide. Sheehan, Jason. Philadelphia Magazine. 19 December 2019. 2 August 2020.
4. Web site: How to Find Vegan Options Practically Anywhere in Philly. Lehmkuhl, Vance. Philadelphia Magazine. 2019-12-14. 2 August 2020.
5. Web site: The Ultimate Guide to Cheesesteaks in Philly. Maiellano, Sarah. Eater Philly. 2019-08-05. 2 August 2020.