Restaurants & Bars

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop Introduces Lutz To Its Famous 'Bobbie'

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop has debuted in the Willow Bend Shopping Center in Lutz at 1948 Collier Parkway.

LUTZ, FL — Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop, known for its award-winning, hand-crafted cheesesteaks, turkey subs and more, has debuted in the Willow Bend Shopping Center in Lutz at 1948 Collier Parkway. This location marks the second of 15 locations set to open in the Tampa Bay area.

Developing the award-winning sandwich brand in an untapped market is what initially inspired the interest of new Capriotti’s multi-unit franchisee owner Scott Crawford.

Crawford is no stranger to the restaurant industry. With his first job out of high school as a pizza delivery driver, Crawford now has more than 20 years of experience in the food service industry.

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With a passion for the restaurant industry, he saw the strong foundation that franchises provide and how they can help guide a successful restaurant. Drawn to the mouthwatering menu items provided by Capriotti’s, Crawford said he's excited to bring a concept he is passionate about to the area.

One of the reasons why Caprotti’s continues to be a leader in the fast-casual and sandwich category is because of its wide array of sandwiches including: The Bobbie, made with fresh oven-roasted turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing and mayo, the Capastrami, made with hot pastrami, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing and homemade coleslaw, and the Cheese Steak, made with premium steak, chicken or Impossible plant-based meat and melted cheese plus hot or sweet peppers.

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The Lutz Capriotti’s will offer a convenient order-ahead option in addition to third-party delivery services.

The new shop brings 30 new jobs to the area.

“The quality of Capriotti’s is something one would expect to have in their favorite home-cooked meal,” said Crawford. “No matter the sandwich preference, Lutz and the entire Tampa Bay area will be able to experience a level of quality and comfort that has never been available in the area until now.”

Founded in 1976, Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop is an award-winning national franchised restaurant chain that remains true to its 45-year tradition of slow-roasting whole, all-natural turkeys in-house every day.

Capriotti’s fresh ingredients, homemade subs and unique menu items have won numerous accolades including being named one of the “10 Great Places for a Surprising Sandwich” by USA Today and many “best of” awards across the country. Capriotti’s signature sub, The Bobbie, was voted “The Greatest Sandwich in America” by thousands of readers across the country and reported by AOL.com.

Capriotti’s cold, grilled and vegetarian subs, cheesesteaks and salads are available at more than 100 locations across the U.S.

Lutz Capriotti’s fans can download the CAPAddicts Rewards app on iOS and Android to earn and redeem rewards and score free food. The restaurant also features online ordering.

Capriotti’s in Lutz offers catering for any event from corporate events to birthday parties with items such as party trays with cold subs, box lunches or a hot homemade meatball bar.

Capriotti’s is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. For additional information, visit www.capriottis.com or call the location at 813-553-3745.

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