Scozzafava's Deli
★ 4.6 · 
1004 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2T 0A5, Canada
Phone: (403) 454-3354
Website: https://www.scozzafavasdeli.com/
Scozzafava's Deli in Calgary is a 4.6-star Bar restaurant with 414 Google reviews, known for Chicken Parm and The Italian.
Why we love it
- Italian deli with classic and creative sandwiches
- Located near Near 16 Ave SW and 17 Ave SW
- Cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, generous portions
- Counter service with a welcoming, regular-like feel
- Italian deli with classic and creative sandwiches
- Located near Near 16 Ave SW and 17 Ave SW
- Cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, generous portions
- Counter service with a welcoming, regular-like feel
What to Order
Chicken Parm
A hearty sandwich featuring two chicken cutlets, perfectly prepared and served hot and fresh, often requiring a stack of napkins due to its delicious sauciness.
"If you’re going to Scozzafava's Deli, do yourself a favour and get the Chicken Parm. It was easily one of the best I’ve ever tasted. It came out hot, fresh, and perfectly prepared."
Jeff Mikolajow
The Italian
A classic Italian sub, praised for its spicy, fresh, and perfectly balanced flavors, packed with a massive amount of deli meat.
"The Italian was unreal... spicy, fresh, and perfectly balanced."
Chad Cole
Hoagie
A flavorful deli sandwich, often enhanced with fresh mozzarella, known for its generous ingredients and fresh taste.
"I got the hoagie sandwich and added fresh mozzarella, it was incredible, no notes."
Becx A.
Turkey Pesto
A standout sandwich where fresh mozzarella is used to spread the pesto, creating a unique and highly recommended flavor profile.
"And the Turkey Pesto… my God. Get. This. Sandwich."
Chad Cole
Tomato Soup
A highly flavorful and well-balanced soup, noted for being one of the best many customers have ever tasted, not too acidic.
"That soup was AMAZING. Probably one of the best tomato soups I’ve ever had. Very flavorful and not too acidic."
Nichole B
Mozza Sticks
These are described as "to die for," making them a highly recommended side dish.
"Amazing sandwhiches, to die for mozza sticks and warm olives that can warm any soul."
Krysten Loiselle
Inside Scoop
- Expect generous portions; many find half a sandwich filling enough for a meal.
- Seating is limited, so be prepared for a cozy, bustling atmosphere or consider takeout.
- The staff are exceptionally friendly and make you feel like a regular, even on your first visit.
- Online substitutions might incur extra costs, so be aware when ordering digitally.
- The music can sometimes be inconsistent between the front and back of the deli, which some find distracting.
