Campo's

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Campo's
Campos entrance.jpg
Entrance to Campo's
Restaurant information
Established1947;78 years ago (1947)
Owner(s)Michael Campo
Food type Cheesesteaks and other sandwiches
Dress codeCasual
Street address214 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
City Philadelphia
County United States
State Pennsylvania
Postal/ZIP Code19106
Other locations Citizens Bank Park
Website camposdeli.com

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]

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History

Cheesesteak from Campo's with onions and Whiz Cheesesteak from Campo's.jpg
Cheesesteak from Campo's with onions and Whiz

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]

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References

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