CHATSWORTH, CA — Capriotti's Sandwich Shop, an East Coast-based chain known for its hand-crafted subs, on Monday, July 29, will open its newest location in Chatsworth at 9171 De Soto Ave. — the first restaurant in the San Fernando Valley

Capriotti's prides itself on a 40-year tradition of making meatballs from scratch and roasting turkey and beef overnight, then hand-pulling the meat the next morning for its specialty sandwiches. Among menu fan-favorites: "The Bobbie," made with turkey, cranberry sauce, stuffing and mayo; "The Capastrami," made with hot pastrami, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing and homemade coleslaw; and "The Cheesesteak," made with either chicken, steak or veggies, melted cheese and hot or sweet peppers.

The Chatsworth Capriotti's also will serve a variety of soups and salads and a "Pick Two" menu- pairing option. This new restaurant franchise is owned by Brenda Torres, a native of Mexico who moved to California at 14. After graduating from high school, she worked for several years for a Mexican seafood restaurant and a logistics firm while raising her children, and now is opening the Chatsworth sub-sandwich business.

"Capriotti's will bring a brand new taste to the area," Torres said. "We're excited to see Capriotti's turn into a beloved household name."

Her future plans include opening additional Capriotti's in Santa Clarita and another in the San Fernando Valley over the next two years, company officials said. The brand now boasts more than 100 restaurants nationwide, including in Culver City, Walnut and Whittier.

Capriotti's in Chatsworth also will offer catering options with party trays, box lunches and hot, homemade-meatball bars. Diners can download the CAPAddicts Rewards app on iOS and Android to earn and redeem rewards and score free food.