When my husband was stationed at DLI in 2005 -2007, I first was introduced to Bennett and his unassuming shop. You walk in, and it is an optical orgasm for those who love anything military; shirts, hats, signs - even photos of Bennett himself with the soldiers he so dearly loves to greet with his special hand shake. Once you... more

The people are nice. The owner is a hoot and makes you feel like you've known him forever. The sandwiches are huge, so come hungry or be ready to share. Half a sandwich feeds 2. I had a turkey on wheat, with avocado and pepperjack cheese. Be sure to get there early as the place closes at 5:30pm. 17-mile drive... more

I used to visit Compagno's all the time when I was stationed in Monterey in the '80s, and I was really looking forward to stopping in on a recent trip there, but it's not at all as I remembered. Yes the sandwiches were huge, but they were rather bland -- nothing special. They used to have awesome brownies there, but... more

Yes, you might drive right by Compagno's and not even notice it on the corner, BUT you would miss some VERY delicious and HUGE sandwiches and cakes. The owner, Bennett, is a character and makes you feel like a longtime friend. The sandwiches completely fill one large to-go container to all sides and to the top. There isn't much sit-down... more

Well, it's not outright cheap, but given the quantity, it works out to be a great deal. Despite the reviews of the sizes, my husband and I went ahead and ordered 2 half-sandwiches, we still ended up eating leftovers for dinner, which was fine, as well as part of the gigantic slice of moist Snickers cake. I probably wouldn't rate... more

Compagno's has a very friendly ownership. From the moment you enter the store, you go to the counter and order your sandwich anyway you like. The people are very accommodating. The cashier (I'm assuming the owner) is the most friendliest man you've ever met and greets all, especially the honorable men and women that serve this country in the military... more

Tiny place with crazy military stuff all over the walls. HUGE sandwiches and cakes! Husband and I ordered a whole sandwich and only ate half - so ONE HALF ($7.99) feeds 2 and a WHOLE ($9.99) feeds 4!! One slice of cake fed 4!! It was AWESOME! The only really bad thing was the choices! WOW! You have to know... more

There have been some negative reviews as Compagnos is not a restaurant... No its not. It is a small store with a deli. My wife and I ordered a sandwich and a piece of cake to share. The sandwich was fantastic, with very generous fillings. As for the cake, a slice was enough for 4 to share!. If you expecting... more

On our last day of our weekend visit with our daught at DLI, we went Compagno's for lunch. Their sandwitches are not only delicious, but GIANT! Two "whole" sandwiches fed four adults and a slice of their snickers cake was to die for! 5 layers of super moist chocolate cake with chocolate carmel frosting and large chunks of snickers candy... more