The onions were sliced incredibly thin, the lettuce was dark green and crisp, and the tomatoes had no residual refrigerator taste or smell. Another pleasant surprise. The bread didn't taste very fresh, though, which made the sandwich more dry. I think what threw me off the most was the bread. Not terrible. They are: We got all of them untoasted, on white bread, topped with tomatoes, lettuce, pickles, mayonnaise, oil, and vinegar. The salami and ham had a slight grayish color and didnt taste like anything. Went on my lunch break, got back to work and tries to call to Hi, my name is Julie McAbee. The biggest complaint we had with this sandwich is its construction. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. In 1971 at the Jersey shore town of Point Pleasant, not far from Springsteen's Asbury Park turf, Jersey Mike . The lettuce, onions and tomatoes didnt add much to the conversation and felt like the sandwich needed more oil and vinegar to bring it to the next level. Lots of herb-y-ness made it interesting. Jimmy Johns is also MUCH more affordable. Unfortunately, with great curing comes a great deal of saltwhich explains the fact this regular sub falls just under 500 milligrams of your recommended daily intake of sodium. This is definitely one of the highest-sodium restaurant orders. Fresher meat, cheese, & veggies. Customer service. Everyone was giving thanks and eating their sliced turkey breast with all of the fixings. But costing $7.50 for a six-inch sub, this was a very solid sandwich, but a little overpriced. For most teenagers, convenience is a huge factor. I also ruled against including Potbelly because theres only one Garden State location, and Panera and Charleys Philly Steaks just dont really fit the profile. Jimmy Johns is so bout he. They pride themselves on using high quality meats and cheeses, and baking their "private recipe" sub buns in house. There is no better way to cure a craving than with some fresh cold cuts. : Bread: 1.2 Fillings: 1.8 Toppings: 0.7 Value: 1.1 Overall: 1.2, Subways Italian B.M.T., left, and Wawas Italian hoagie. US 101 is THE backbone of the Pacific coast from Bandon OR to Willets CA. I smelled it, I poked the bread, I pulled off the top and inspected the tomatoes and lettuce for any discoloration. It's one of Jersey Mike's most popular subs for a reason. But the regular medium-sized sub goes for $8, which pushes it over the edge a bit. It's a hefty sandwich. The Best & Worst Menu Items at Jersey Mike's. That's not to say that other items on the McDonald's menu are much better. So for the same price you can get an eight-inch sandwich at Jimmy John's or something half the size at Jersey Mike's. I've never had a Firehouse Subs location (and I've probably been to 20+) refuse to put exactly what I want on my sub. From white and wheat bread baked fresh every day, to meats and cheeses sliced fresh for each sub, it's what they do here. Great bread to meat ratio, the whole bun was perfectly covered. Fun fact: The original Jersey Mikes, then known as Mikes Submarines, opened in Point Pleasant in 1956. xhr.setRequestHeader('Content-Type', 'text/plain;charset=UTF-8'); We tried the "Spicy Italian", which had pepperoni, salami, and provolone cheese on their Italian white bread. I was surprised that the lettuce, tomatoes and onions tasted fresh and the sandwich had the perfect amount of oil and vinegar. PissedConsumer.com strives to provide consumers with the right information to make informed purchasing decisions. We also appreciate that three different sizes are available, a mini, a regular, and a giant. Amy: Bad ingredient distribution really wrecked this one for me. We tried the Italian, cold. I went to all three sandwich chains and ordered the same . We tasted the "Italian" featuring four Italian meats: capicola, mortadella, pepperoni and salami with provolone cheese topped with fresh lettuce, tomato, mayo and Italian seasoning on multigrain bun. This - all day. as well as other partner offers and accept our, According to foodservice research company, 's 2017 chain restaurant study, reported on by. I Cant Express Enough How Enjoyable My Visits Are EVERY SINGLE TIME . Meet the meats of Michigan's Best sub sandwich. I ordered the same sandwichan Italian subfrom each chain. This sandwich is not the kind of club you want to belong to. Although Jersey Mike's prides itself for serving up handmade hoagies, you should still be mindful of what you order at the sandwich shop. I was pleasantly surprised. The other benefit of this chain is the speed behind the actual creation of the sandwich, making them one of the faster sandwich chains out there. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. We are blessed to have a seemingly unlimited number of old world delis with fresh, homemade ingredients. Where you can find the best french fries in Michigan. That's what I wanted to find out. Amaral MS, RD, CSO clinical and research dietitian at Cedars Sinai. All Rights Reserved. (from the 1600 Tonnelle Avenue, North Bergen location), I havent had Subway in years, and cant believe I ever liked it. That simple switch may tack on 30 calories, but it's surprisingly worth it for saving about 500 milligrams of sodium while adding 12 grams of proteinwhich is far too much protein for one meal, so definitely split it in half. The owner of the Jersey Mike's in Cary NC seemed to pick up that I was from NJ because I always insist it be made "Mike's Way". There was a good meat to bun ratio, and great acidity from the dressing to balance it out, while not sogging up the bread. A few bites in, it seemed like a solid sandwich. We mean, it's quite the mouthful: packed with grilled onions, peppers, mushrooms, jalapeosand extra cheeseyour saving grace is basically the fact that there's no mayo-based sauce adding an absurd amount of fat. Required fields are marked *, Marc Oct 18, 2022 at 12:15 pm. Would You Like to Convert It Into Review? Furthermore, Michigan Live said it best when they described Subway's sandwiches as 'always tasting the same.' Check out a few of our other taste tests: Who has the best chain chicken wings? The beauty of Potbelly is the distribution of the sandwich ingredients from meats to vegetables. Jersey Mikes is definitely a better place to get a sandwich, but if you are on the run it is more convenient to get Jimmy Johns. Although I wish it had more dressing on it, it was a little bit dry, but the pickles and banana peppers gave it some zing. And who doesn't want to be fully involved? It might be a spice lover's classic, but this chicken cheese steak hits all the wrong notes. I've only been to Jersey Mike's once so far but I liked it a lot. if( 'moc.sihttae.www' !== location.hostname.split('').reverse().join('') ) { However, the standard Primo size costs $10.99 which is a little high for a chain. By comparison, a six inch Subway turkey only has 280 calories and 4 grams of fat. Ah Wawa, a New Jersey and Pennsylvania institution. Michigan's Best pizza can be found across the state. But I had a hunch that Blimpie was going to surpass my expectations. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. One, this is a pretty small sandwich, rolling in at 8 inches. Your email address will not be published. Not only are 250 of those calories entirely from mayo, but there's also more sodium in the entire sub than you should eat in an entire day. These sandwiches are uniform throughout which ensures maximum flavor and great flavor, and while the bread at Potbelly does leave something to be desired, the ingredient setup just about makes up for that. While many believe that Subway is the best chain in terms of flavor, they're actually pretty low on the list when it comes to the freshness and flavors that Jersey Mike's is adding to each sub. Ill be honest here. Which is better? This girl does, this thing was oozing vegetables. Costing $7.49 for a small, it may be a little over the top but the quality of the ingredients makes it worth the price. Though there was that time a friend of mine sliced off a small piece of his thumb which flew into the pickle bin, but thats another story. "Sweet Tea" is brown colored sugar water. A loyalty point program and I'd get a free sub every couple weeks. in English Literature and foray through digital marketing, her life path was made abundantly clear. They are the biggest sub chain in the world, with over 44,000 franchised locations. They do have some items made with healthy-sounding ingredients, such as 99 percent lean turkey breastbut that doesn't mean their entire menu is free of high-calorie, -sodium, and -fat subs. Ask for those hot pepper, you are going to need them. Although not really appealing to look at (why is that bread so white? The beef is warmed up and then smothered in BBQ sauce. They slice their meat to order for each and every sandwich, so be prepared for a few minutes wait. But at Jimmy Johns, all I got was one sandwich. lad May 7, 2019 at 4:36 pm, R.Kelly Apr 2, 2019 at 3:30 pm. 601 Shenandoah Village Drive. It's not the lowest-calorie or lowest-sodium sub, but you get an extra five grams of satiating protein with this sub than the Ham and Provolone. After many travels during a B.A. Jimmy John sandwiches are vegan. I was surprised by it, I liked the mixture of the meats, including the pepperoni. "It's sodium content is lower than most of the options, and gives a little fiber with the veggies.". Amaral says it's without a doubt The Original Italian. meatball sub on Rosemary Parmesan. Wawas standard white roll is on the tougher side, which I can appreciate, but also requires more chewing and tearing. It was a little hearty, a little crusty, but also a little off. Its slightly buttery and light and I appreciate the fact that they rip the breading out for certain sandwiches. Jimmy John's, it's only a mile away from my work; to get to the local Jersey Mike's, I'd have to get on Route 1, deal with either a U-Turn, long traffic lights, and the rest of the shopping centers. I just wanted to say that jimmy John's peepee is the best in town. By the time I finished paying, my sandwich was already ready. Far higher quality than Subway, but also a few dollars more expensive. We know that you can't always make it to a locally owned restaurant, but we sincerely hope that you make a little effort to try. And the provolone had a slight funk to it. Press J to jump to the feed. EatThis.com is part of the AllRecipes Food Group. Amy: Agreed on the soggy bread, but it might have been because it had sat for a little while and there was a lot of sauces going on. We hit the streets and went to Jimmy Johns, then to Jersey Mikes, and two sandwiches later, picked our favorites. Although picking out villains from the heroes may be hard at first glance, we here at Eat This, Not That! I also appreciate the amount of meat on this sandwich, but it surprisingly didnt have much flavor. Publix is good for what it is and I appreciate their existence. And I am so glad I did because I decided that a number five Vito from Jimmy Johns trumps my number 10 original Italian at Jersey Mikes. Blimpie's sandwiches, upon the first inspection, could be considered to be a bit flat. Provolone, ham, prosciuttini, and cappacuolo. This the fifth time Ive had customer service issues, that could have been resolved w reasonable customer service and want to be the best! So, depending on what you like or want, it was possible to spend six dollars at both places. These new workers over the past few months have diminished the quality of food significantly. Photos by Chris Gennone, (from the 110 1st Street, Jersey City location). In fact, getting a veggie sub here might be the best idea. Do people in the south really think we don't drink sweetened iced tea up here? love JJs, marlene jones Aug 13, 2019 at 5:42 pm. The heavier ingredients slide out while you're eating since they're stacked closer to the front. Per regular sub, prepared Mike's Way: 830 calories, 43 g fat (9 g saturated fat, 1 g trans fat), 2,081 mg sodium, 70 g carbs (4 g fiber, 10 g sugar), 39 g protein. The Italian dressing was a good idea. "This sub has the least amount of saturated and trans fats of almost all the subs," says L.J. While these might not be described as "incredible", they certainly are passable. Italian B.M.T. Adding ham to The Number Four tacks on about 275 milligrams of sodium and 40 calories. Jersey Mike's bacon is actually bacon. All rights reserved (About Us). $2 Off ANY Regular Jersey Mike's Sub. At both places I had a sandwich on traditional bread, with turkey, provolone, lettuce, mayonnaise. I love their food but damn their exhaust fans are horrible. Jimmy John's (from the 110 1st Street, Jersey City location) Full disclosure: I used to work at a Jimmy John's in Illinois, so I've witnessed its rise to success and eventual expansion to my home state. Jersey Mike's subs were the most expensive by far. I apologize that I dont really have any dirt or juicy details regarding how the sandwiches are prepared. But with hundreds of chains to choose from, how is anyone expected to find the best one? And what kind of lunatic orders a sandwich from Subway: this guy. Way, way, way better. Opinions expressed here on belong solely to the poster and do not represent or reflect the opinions or beliefs of AARoads, its creators and/or associates. This sandwich was inspired by a request the Pepsi delivery man made in the summer of 1974. We found truly amazing subs all across Michigan. } ); While I had to rip it in half myself and my photo may not look too convincing, it was still the best tasting sub Ive had out of all the chains. I ordered the six-inch Blimpie Best with slow-cured ham, salami, capicola, prosciuttini, provolone, and made the Blimpie Way with lettuce, white onions, tomatoes, oil, vinegar and oregano. Because the sub leaves off extra fatty cheeses, it ranks well in terms of calories and fat, while being more than impressive on the protein front. Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. Apparently, the cutoff point between unsweetened and sweet tea is between Cincinnati and Lexington. 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Everything tasted good, but it was a messy eating process and not every bite had the meat for which Italian sandwiches are famous. Just understand that I do. The tomatoes and onions didnt add much here but were obviously a requirement and they didnt disappoint. Doesn't JJ only use provolone cheese, with no options for anything else? You can have your sub hot, or cold, but either way the par baked bread takes at least one trip through a conveyor belt oven. And the sub! Known for their cheesesteak, Penn Station also serves a variety of other sandwiches. The bread was soft and a little crusty, which was the perfect texture. Photos by Chris Gennone, (from the 320 Ridge Road, Mahwah location). Jimmy Johns menu is made up of varies sub varieties including the Turkey Breast, Big John, Vito, Vegetarian, Jimmy John's BLT, Gourmet Smoked Ham Club, Country Club, Club Tuna, Pepe, Jimmy Johns Gargantuan and many more. Amy: The toasting of the bread gives it a nice contrast to the tons of toppings and meat. I used to work at Jimmy John's, and Jersey Mike's is much better. So here are . We nonbiased try every single one and rank our favorites. Rude customer service manager told me to stop talking. I would actually go and get this again. The meat and cheese was sliced in front of me and it tasted very fresh. Personally, prefer the Jersey Mike's sandwiches. It's worth it though, this sub tastes distinctly fresh. Lets dig in. We hit the streets and went to Jimmy John's, then to Jersey Mike's, and two sandwiches later, picked our favorites. Why? They must be doing something right, despite that unfortunate Jared incident. We'll absolutely pass on this hoagiesorry Jersey Mike's. Love those hot peppers though, I'd pull them all out on their own. Jersey Mikes Is DEFINITELY BETTER AND DEFINITELY FRESHER . His friend made a tomato pie. I will try them one day soon, but I'm interested in reading further reviews. The tub is a salad, for those who have never been in. For customers with gluten allergies or sensitivities, Jimmy Johns offers what they call and unwich, with is the sandwich ingredients, wrapped up in lettuce. I am a big fan of Firehouse. So for the same price you can get an eight-inch sandwich at Jimmy John's or something half the size at Jersey Mike's. And while none of the sandwiches are keto-friendly, note that you can order a salad with only olive oil and oregano as the dressing and with meat on top. Next: Ranking Wendy's Best Menu Items, Including Their New Jalapeo Popper Chicken Sandwich, Lianna boarded a plane by herself for the first time at the tender age of 12 to traverse nearly 9,000 miles halfway across the world. The lettuce, tomatoes and onions were fine, and a little on the thicker side. I tried Primos once when I was in Philadelphia and remember being impressed, especially with its crusty sesame seeded bread. The family-owned chain now has 153 locations across New Jersey and New York. Pick the best hoagie for your health with our ultimate ranking. Vito: Bread: 7.1 Fillings: 6.6 Toppings: 6.4 Value: 7.0 Overall: 6.7, (from the 5100 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, West New York location). Fresh, fresh, fresh is the name of the game at Jersey Mike's, and it shows. GO. I love the sizes of Jersey Mikes too. The Number Four is made with two types of meat you'll likely never see on a Subway menu: prosciuttini and cappacuolo, both versions of cured ham. xhr.send(payload); The Italian comes with Genoa salami, pepperoni, Virginia honey ham, provolone, Italian dressing, and seasonings served Fully Loaded with lettuce, red onions, tomatoes, mayo and mustard. Primo Italian: Bread: 7.0 (wouldve been higher with seeded bread) Fillings: 7.8 Toppings: 7.6 Value: 7.2 Overall: 7.4, Best Bread: Jimmy Johns Best Fillings: Primo Hoagies Best Toppings: Primo Hoagies Best Value: QuickChek Biggest Surprise: QuickChek Biggest Disappointment: Wawa. But for $4.59, this sub was a hell of a bargain and just edged out Jimmy Johns. Grilled onions, peppers, white American cheese and chipotle mayo. The oil and vinegar gave it a shot in the arm. Every sandwich just tastes like mayonnaise. Christiansburg, VA 24073. I just cant eat it anymore. advice every day. Seeing "California" makes us think of acai bowls and green juicesnot a 910-calorie sub with more fat than Whopper. The amount of oil and vinegar was perfect and didnt sog the sandwich down at all. The oil and vinegar added a slight tang and was used sparingly. They had (maybe still do?) Well our bodies excrete waste, but do we want it, just because it comes with our bodies? Eat on Michigan! I know everyones got their favorite order, but for the sake of this debate, I stuck with the Italian hoagie. Grab some napkins and let's find out. All vegetables are prepped fresh every day. It had smoked ham, hard salami, pepperoni, provolone, lettuce, Roma tomatoes, red onions, banana peppers, olive oil & red wine vinegar, salt & pepper, oregano, mayo. Jimmy John's just popped up here in NJ, I'll have to do a comparison taste. Olivia Tarantino is the Managing Editor of Eat This, Not That!, specializing in nutrition, health, and food product coverage. This was one sandwich that actually surprised us with how decent it was. It needed a boost somewhere. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). Gonzo: To me it tastes the most homemade out of any of the chains. Taking theses variables to count, if you are looking for a good gluten free sandwich, or fresh off the farm ingredients, Jersey Mikes is definitely has the perfect sandwich for you. A sub by any other name hero, hoagie, grinder is just as delicious. A giant Club Sub with turkey, ham. I can't taste any tea in it whatsoever. At Jersey Mikes, I got a sandwich about half the size of the Jimmy Johns one, with chips and a drink. if( navigator.sendBeacon ) {
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