I recently discovered this place upon recommendation by a friend for a gathering place where I could hold a quick lunch meeting with friends. They used to be located on 8th Ave and 1st St SW before they closed down for a while, but ultimately, they moved to their current location on 9th Ave and 8th St SW (directly West of MEC), and they have always been well-regarded by sandwich aficionados in the city.
They're known primarily for their sandwiches, although they offer traditional Italian drinks as well.
I had the meatball sandwich, and it was delicious. I can't really say much more than that. It was *that* good; so good that I stopped paying attention to what was in it, and concentrated more on stuffing my face.
Most of the sandwiches cost between $8-12, but they're very hardy and very tasty.
I can't remember what my friends ordered that day, but whatever they had looked very appetizing as well. If you're located in the area and are looking for a different place to try out, Cafe Mauro is a good option. This place is definitely on my list of places to re-visit.