Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop
RESTAURANT FRANCHISES
Who they are
Sharing our passion, one sandwich at a time. Voted the Greatest Sandwich in America. #1 Overall Excellence by Sandelman & Associates.
Founded in 1976 in Wilmington, Delaware by siblings Lois and Alan Margolet, Capriotti’s was born from a desire to create something unique while honoring family heritage. To this day, the whole roast turkeys, quality meats & cheeses, and fresh rolls and produce continue to impress their patrons and earn awards across the country.
What they do
Since 1976, Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop has built a name for itself by offering fanatically delicious sandwiches made with high-quality ingredients that have inspired customers and franchisees alike. From humble beginnings in the Little Italy neighborhood in Wilmington, Delaware, Capriotti’s has grown into an award-winning, national favorite with more than 175 locations across the country.
About their founder
Lois and Alan Margolet
Siblings Lois and Alan Margolet founded Capriotti’s in Wilmington, Delaware in 1976. Capriotti's was born from a desire to create something unique while honoring family heritage.
Their story
In the early 2000’s, friends and college roommates Ashley Morris and Jason Smylie were attending the University of Nevada – Las Vegas. As students they discovered Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop and ate there so often that they actually moved closer to the restaurant. After graduation, despite pursuing careers in entirely different industries, Ashley and Jason’s love for Capriotti’s kept pulling them back. Finally, in 2005, they decided to venture toward owning a franchise. The two best friends became Capriotti’s multi-unit operators in Las Vegas in 2005 and eventually bought the company from the founder in 2008.
