Captain’s Galley

Nice little corner deli-​type sandwich shop. It definitely felt like the 80’s when my son and I walked in to get our order. Classic rock playing in the background (a little Journey can go a long way) and what looked like wood paneling. Didn’t bother us one bit.
It seems like the locals all know of this place. There was a steady stream of people coming in placing their orders (we called ours in from a nearby hotel). The fellow making the sandwiches, who I can presume is likely the owner, was a very nice guy. A little slow at making sandwiches, but I come from the New York metro area, and delis are a bit of a different breed out there.
The bread was good, a lot of bread mind you, but a bit dry as one reviewer posted. The «captains special sauce» more than made up for the somewhat dry bread. It did taste good.
Not much meat or cheese on the sandwiches, again, my frame of reference is from the east coast where they tend to pile on the stuff.
I did notice that he used a microwave to nuke a few hot sandwiches for customers ahead of me. I wasn’t super impressed with that. It would be a bit more impressive to have the hot food ready to go.
Overall, I would feed my family from there again. Regardless of a Winter Storm Kayla in the mix.

The sandwiches are just huge! The bread is delicious — a must for a great sandwich. I got the international and it was delightful.

Excellent food and service is great. Definitely worth a quick stop if your passing through. Best sandwiches! Get off the highway now and go get one or two. We stock up on our way to Wisconsin Dells. All the locals already know this place.

I got a plain Jane sandwhich from them. Nothing stellar here. The sandwhich did seem like there was far too much bread. For one person to eat. I should have gotten half a sandwhich instead. I just didn’t think that there would be so much bread.

I don’t get why everyone is rating this place five stars. The atmosphere is set in the early eighties and sandwiches are three stars at best. I ordered the meatball sub, which was freshly microwaved in front of me. The bread was dry and the cheese they slapped on top wasn’t melted. I just don’t understand the five stars they are achieving…

The Captains Galley is a little know treasure that features made to order sub sandwiches. This is a small family owned shop that stays true to the ‘home made’ feel and quality of the ingredients shines through. It is not real easy to find as it is a little off the beaten path in a little known town on the boarder. However, if you choose to make the voyage you will not be disappointed. I am in the Minneapolis area and every time I get even close I have to stop for a sandwich.

I go for the meatball sub and I always leave completely satisfied. Completely satisfied. The other review on this place is spot on. This is the only other sandwich shop aside from the big chains in South Beloit. Do your self a solid and meander your lazy bones on over to the Galley.
Also, if you order subs beyond the meatball extravaganza, start off with the smaller portions. I only say this as a caution to the winds that flow through your stomach. The large subs are quite monstrous and will dominate the most seasoned veterans. And no one needs a food induced coma at 230pm on a Tuesday, or do they?

The Beloit Wisconsin Convention and Visitors Bureau must have decided that Beloit would be the regional capital of sandwich shops because a Subway, Cousins, Quizno’s, and Jimmy John’s all welcome you to town. Like Buridan’s Ass, visitors looking for a decent bite are hamstrung between equally lackluster alternatives.
Horsefeathers, American consumer! South Beloit has an ace up its tattered sleeve in the Captain’s Galley. The Captain’s Galley is a short drive (long run) from the milquetoast subs you’ll choke down in the Beloit Sandwich Corridor, and it’s a short drive (long run) you shan’t regret. Here’s what you’ll notice right out of the chute:
*Entering the Galley is like like walking into a strange and glorious time portal that lets you off in the late 80s. Take special note of the family picture with Miss America 1987 hanging on the wall. It’s right next to the cartoon sketch of the owner’s family faring the sea.
*Friendly service! The owner is a talkative chap and very accommodating. He’s often got a joke at the ready so here’s hoping you get lucky and he lets loose. Memory like an elephant on him, too, as he remembered me after a year-​long absence.
Most importantly the subs deliver at the Captain’s Galley. Not only are they the size of Dom DeLuise’s gams but they’re a taste sensation. If you’re a vegetarian then stick with the Landlubber which has a bunch of cheese. My favorite is the Mariner which boasts tuna and hardboiled eggs. A pal of mine once got juiced by his Italian beef from the Galley while driving. Probably not the best time to get juiced but it augured well for the meal.
One scheduling note: The Galley is closed on Sundays, but a little strategy goes a long way. Buy two subs on Saturday to maintain homeostasis.