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DiSO's Italian Sandwich Society
Master Critic Review
DiSO's Italian Sandwich Society
7.6
Food Network's Great Food Truck Race veterans serve gourmet Italian sandwiches from their bright red truck, featuring high-quality prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, and mob-inspired names like The Godfather and Big Pauly.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Godfather, Big Pauly, Toasted Ravioli
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 7.5
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Food Network-famous Italian sandwiches with premium imported ingredients
Who should go: Office workers, food truck enthusiasts, budget lunchers
When to visit: Weekday lunch, arrive by 11:30am to beat lines
What to order: The Godfather with prosciutto and fresh mozzarella
Insider tip: Check their Twitter/Instagram for daily truck location—it moves
Logistics & Planning
Parking: N/A - mobile food truck. Location changes daily. Check Twitter/Instagram or website for current spot (often 47th & Park, 6th Ave near 48th, or Flatiron).
Dress code: N/A - street food. Come as you are, you're eating on the sidewalk or taking back to your desk.
Noise level: N/A - outdoor food truck. Street noise, no seating provided.
Weekend wait: CLOSED - weekday lunch only (Mon-Fri 10:30am-2:30pm).
Weekday lunch: 10-20 min off-peak, 30-45 min at noon rush. Everything sliced to order means quality but queues.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - several options: Tommy the Wig (fresh mozz, tomato, basil), Nicky Guns (broccoli rabe, eggplant), Tony Checks (broccoli rabe, eggplant, provolone, hot peppers).
Vegan options: Very limited - eggplant/veggie options exist but cheese is standard. Ask about modifications.
Gluten-free options: No - sandwiches are the product. All served on Italian bread or focaccia.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? No. It's a food truck with no seating—you're eating on a Midtown sidewalk or taking it back to your desk. Great for impressing someone with your food knowledge, not for romance.
Can I get a table without a reservation? N/A - it's a food truck, no tables. Pro tip: call ahead (917-756-4145) to place your order and skip the line. They'll have it ready when you arrive.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for the food (sandwiches, fried ravioli), but logistics are tough—no seating, busy sidewalk, weekday lunch hours only. Better as a grab-and-go to a nearby park bench.
Best For
Better for: Premium imported Italian ingredients (DiPalo's meats/cheeses sliced to order) at food truck prices. The cold cut sandwiches—especially The Godfather and Sammy the Bull—rival Little Italy delis. Food Network pedigree backs up the hype.
Skip if: You need a hot chicken parm (their cold sandwiches outshine hot options), want weekend/dinner service, or can't handle the line. Also skip if you're gluten-free—bread is non-negotiable here.