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    Fossette Focacceria

    4.5 (49 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Ian C.

    I think I spent a good 10 minutes staring at the menu because every single sandwich sounded amazing. Gotta say, my expectations were low but Fossette Focacceria definitely delivered on a sandwich nearly as good as one I've had in Florence / Rome. And when I say "nearly" it's at no fault to be them as I'm sure it's hard to get quality ingredients on par with Italian meats / cheeses these days. Will absolutely be back to try more! P.S. my picture an dothere really don't do it justice

    Sue K.

    The cold and hot sandwiches are delicious and flavorful! The focaccia bread is the real star of the sandwich. They were also very filling! This location is easily accessible and right off the Mt Vernon stop on the green/yellow line.

    Nigel M.

    Stumbled upon a new a new sandwich spot near the office with a cozy vibe, though seating is limited. We had to wait a bit for our sandwiches (the Chicken Parm, the Balboa and the Abruzzo) they were very tasty. I loved the soft fresh bread and generous fillings. Open daily 10-4 and offers daily specials.

    Mortazza
    Julie K.

    This place specializes in focaccia sandwiches but also sells gelato, wine, and a small selection of Italian imported goods (pasta, snacks, etc.) along the side wall. Free water is available in the back along with straws which was nice. The focaccia itself is beautiful: fluffy, airy, and bouncy without being dense. What I tried: Mortazza Sandwich (4.8/5) - Delicate mortadella meat paired with fresh stracciatella and pistachio cream. Loved the combo, though I wish there had been more pistachio cream--it was just a little drizzle, and more would've been nice. Also, I think this is a quality check error but my sandwich was not cut in half. Would've been a lot more convenient and easy to hold. If I had known they wouldn't cut it then I would've asked while ordering:/ Italiano Sandwich (4.2/5) - Classic cured Italian meats with pickled peppers and vinegar. Bold, sharp, and punchy, which paired well with the salty meats. I'll definitely be back when craving focaccia again. The biggest con is seating. During peak weekend lunch hours, it's nearly impossible to find a spot. Be ready to take your sandwich to-go or wait a while if you want a table.

    Italiano
    Ailun H.

    Fossette Focacceria is a nice casual spot for focaccia sandwiches in the Logan Circle/Shaw neighborhoods. There's not a whole lot of seating here -- it's a good spot for two people to enjoy a sandwich together, but it becomes really crowded if you have a bigger group. ITALIANO - 14 This came with a variety of deli meats (genoa salami, finocchiona, sopressata and mortadella), mozzarella, spicy peppers (which I took out) and Italian dressing (oil and vinegar). It had a good ingredients to bread ratio, but I thought there was way too much dressing (it got messy quickly). While the bread was fluffy, I wish it was toasted a bit more for the crunch and char. Also would have wanted a thicker piece of mozzarella to even out the amount of meat. Overall, solid sandwich spot especially if you like focaccia bread!

    Abruzzo
    Christina N.

    It's a nice place to grab lunch. There's not a lot of seating inside (maybe 10-15 seats), and there are 4 seats outside. It feels more like a cafe than a restaurant. I wouldn't say you should come here if you're looking for a quick stop. We waited for a while to get our sandwiches, and there weren't that many people ordering. I ordered the Abruzzo and it was great! Everything inside worked together and the bread was soft. I do wish it had more of the onions and pepper because the overall sandwich felt too salty towards the end. The Chicken Parm sandwich comes out hot and crispy, definitely worth getting if you want to indulge.

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    Lily B.

    A quality Italian sandwich shop! We tried the chicken parm sandwich and the tartufo. Both were tasty but the tartufo was my favorite. The ratio of ingredients was excellent and balanced. I appreciate that their focaccia is not too thick nor hard to bit into like some other focaccia sandwiches I've had. The chicken parm took a bit longer for them to make (which they told us prior). I enjoyed it but think it might be better with a richer tomato sauce and a thinner, crispier piece of chicken. My friend got a matcha which she said was fine but wouldn't get again. I will be back to try more of the sandwiches though - they are well crafted and delicious! FYI shop is small and has no restroom for customers

    Angela K.

    I would 100% come back got the Mortazza and Testaccio and both were phenomenal. The focaccia is die for and the filling / flavor is amazing for both sandwiches. You cannot go wrong. Best sandwich place I've found in a bit and can't wait to return

    Kareem T.

    Since I ate here yesterday for lunch and I can't stop thinking about it! Really! I picked up my food to go and went somewhere to eat , if you know me very well, you know that if the food is really amazing I will mostly likely forget to take photos of it! Guess what? It was really amazing! Lol Don't let the menu fool you. it's short, but not too short, and small, but not really! Every item is a masterpiece, so you'll spend ages debating what to order. Trust me, you'll end up getting two sandwiches because picking just one feels like a crime against your cravings! Luckily I had 2 more people so I got 4 different sandwiches and we tried all of them! The Abruzzo - excellent and new to my taste buds The Italiano - The Italian combo but elevated to a much higher level The Mortazza - simple but not simple! The stracciatela with pistachio crema and pistachio are phenomenal over the mortadela ! The Testaccio - very nice! I like it but to be honestly harsh I didn't feel the meat was actually short ribs but I still would order it again! Yes! It was amazing! I really wanted the Chicken Parm and the Parmigiano ( Eggplant Cutlet ) but unfortunately I still don't have super powers to eat whatever I desire all at once without gaining any weight or going in a food coma! I ordered online and I liked the simple system powered by Toast so my info was there already! Cool You can remove ingredients from the sandwiches but I don't recommend it! They know what they are doing! I'm looking forward to dine in one day because they also have an Espresso Bar!! What a pleasure to eat these wonderful Focaccia !! I have one take and I hope to see a comment from the management just so you can see their explanation for it! I really loved everything! But 2 Focaccia's were so soft and fluffy and the others weren't that fresh ( notice I said "that fresh") maybe because it was a slow day after Christmas? I'd love to hear back here so everyone can read it and no I'm not taking any stars down! 5 stars EXPERIENCE! I'LL ADD THEM TO MY STARGATES LIST! That list will contain places that are able to transport you in distance and time to take you for a complete different experience from another country or another time! Please open more locations! Come near the water in old Town Alexandria or National Harbor! We need you everywhere! Try it, vote for the review , message me, or compliment me with any comment or question, and don't forget to ... Pray for me ;)

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    Gloria M.

    Ordered an Italiano and Caprese for delivery and both were excellent! They were carefully packaged and traveled well. The focaccia bread is fresh, soft, and delicious. These sandwich's are satisfying without leaving you feeling stuffed.

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    Gwen L.

    Stopped by for a quick Sunday brunch pickup. Our group was happy there was an egg option, but also wanted more lunch focus. The focaccia was light and flavorful! Just perfect for a sandwich. The fillings were fresh and there was a variety of options - something for everyone. Also got a cold brew coffee which was exactly as expected - they do offer a handful or torani syrup options. Staff was friendly and service was prompt. There were some small inside seating options and two two-seater tables outside. Definitely more takeaway focused, which worked perfectly for what we were looking for.

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    Amanda F.

    This place just opened up in Union Market and it did NOT disappoint! It may be my new fav sandwich. The focaccia was out of this world fresh. But what really was amazing about this sandwich was the freshness and taste of just a veggie combo. There was so much flavor and it was truly very filling. I was dreaming about eating this afterwards it was that good!

    Austin G.

    Across the street from the Convention Center, this spot is a great place to grab sandwiches for lunch. It's a small spot with a few tables and bar seating. There's a small market inside selling coffee, olive oil, etc. The sandwiches are diverse. The chicken parm came with a thick piece of chicken cutlet with some sesame on it. It was tasty!

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    Great sandwiches, foccacia is fluffy and perfect for them, ordering online was easy and orders are ready quickly. Will be back to try more

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    Had the chicken parm and it was delicious! Chicken was perfect and the fresh basil adds a lot. A little expensive but a very tasty sandwich.

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