Capri Italian Food
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Capri Italian Food — high-caliber italian in River Forest. Unpretentious and comfortable, exactly what you want. The food tastes like it should, with no compromises. Cash only. "Regardless of the meat choices, if the bread isn't fresh, then the rest is a mess" — Jeremy Brewington
Experience Breakdown
Eleazar Delgado
22 reviews
“The bread is crispy on the outside and soft inside—while the layers of Genoa salami, capicola, and mortadella deliver authentic, savory flavor”
Highlights
What Diners Are Saying
Diners loved
Some noted
Hopefully you don't get the lady that works there (told her quarter pound she gives me a half, and I asked what she's doing and she says oh it's a little over) I've been going there for years and she always screws something up when I order.
Location
7325 W North Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
What 30+ diners say about Capri Italian Food
“Great subs and a charming deli with lots to choose from.”
Great subs and a charming deli with lots to choose from. Homemade pasta and imported specialties. Kind people, very helpful. Bring cash, no credit cards accepted.
Matt G.
Dec 2023
“Free is a authentic Italian grocery and sandwich shop.”
Free is a authentic Italian grocery and sandwich shop. They're Italian sausage is made in house and I think the best in the city. Google wanted a restaurant review but this is so much more every cook should go there always surprises always delicious.
Frank D. (Frank D)
Feb 2026
“My husband and I came back from our honeymoon in Italy and were craving good pasta and meatballs...”
My husband and I came back from our honeymoon in Italy and were craving good pasta and meatballs and this place delivered! We experimented with a few other options in the area and came back to this deli immediately! 10/10. So authentic and delicious. It made me write a review while eating dinner (doesn’t happen often, except to rave about local businesses!)
Isabela Konicek
Nov 2025
“This Capri sub is an absolute delight.”
This Capri sub is an absolute delight! The bread is crispy on the outside and soft inside—while the layers of Genoa salami, capicola, and mortadella deliver authentic, savory flavor. Fresh provolone, and a bright drizzle of house-made Italian vinaigrette tie everything together. Topped with crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, this sandwich hits every note and leaves you craving more
Eleazar Delgado
Aug 2025
“An incredible place.”
An incredible place. You have to try there home made pastas and sauces. The quality is great and they make an easy dinner for an affordable price.
Peter Marcellino
Apr 2025
“I went there to get some fresh Italian sausage and was so good!”
Tammy Quillen
Jul 2024
“Very clean, and fresh homemade Italian dishes.”
John Cravatta
Jan 2024
“Love this place! The cheese, deli meats and Italian products are the best quality. The fresh made...”
Love this place! The cheese, deli meats and Italian products are the best quality. The fresh made sandwiches are awesome!
John Navigato
Feb 2023
“My favorite Italian deli.”
My favorite Italian deli. Sauce and meatballs are outstanding. Best roast beef in the world.
Timothy D
Nov 2022
“Been around for years food is absolutely delicious.”
Ellen Beckman
Jan 2022
“Been going here for almost 20 years.”
Been going here for almost 20 years. Wonderful meats, cheeses, pastas, and sauces. Whenever I get a craving for an Italian beef sandwich, I go to Capri for all the ingredients. Their beef, gravy, provolone, giardinara, and rolls make for the perfect sangwich (as my dad would say). They also have some terrific cookies at the counter. Make sure to bring cash.
Alex Lubertozzi
Dec 2021
“It was very good 👍.”
Madline Squeo
Apr 2021
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