Peppo's Great Sub Sandwiches

Peppo's Great Sub Sandwiches is a Catering in Palos Hills, IL. The shop prepares a full catering menu that includes a wide range of subs, sides, desserts and drinks. Signature offerings feature the “GUTS” topping in original, garlic and jalapeño flavors, as well as classic Chicago items such as Italian Beef, Meatball Sub and the Peppo Dog. Customers can choose from a variety of pre‑designed subs, including ham, roast beef, turkey, salami and cheese combinations, or build a custom sandwich with their preferred meats, cheeses and toppings. The menu also lists the famous “GUTS” Catering Menu, which is promoted for larger events. Peppo's holds a 4.70 rating on its profile.

Founded in 1976 by Jim Peplowski, known as Mr. Peppo, the business began in a 550‑square‑foot space that occupied the original Palos Hills police department across from the firehouse. Mr. Peppo’s background as a motorcycle racer, musician and U.S. Army veteran shaped the early emphasis on service and patriotism. His son, Robert Peplowski (Peppo Jr.), also a veteran, continued the family legacy. Over the decades the restaurant has blended its mom‑and‑pop origins with a modern restaurant approach, maintaining the original “GUTS” topping that was created in the first year of operation. The family‑run operation now spans multiple generations of staff and customers, emphasizing a tradition of “Subs with GUTS” and community‑focused service.

With more than four decades of experience, Peppo's Great Sub Sandwiches remains a locally rooted catering option in Palos Hills, known for its distinctive “GUTS” topping and its enduring family‑owned heritage.