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. It gave this sub a great punchy quality, and elevated all the ingredients with it's acidity, melding the whole thing into a good sub. Your email address will not be published. If you're going to order the Big Kahuna, we'd rather you get the chicken version over the beef one. Subway's bread, while tasty and durable when toasted, has been limited to the same flavors for years (with the exception of a new flavor added here and there) and does have a tendency to get soggy with condiments such as oil and vinegar. Jimmy Johns vs. Jersey Mikes : r/fastfood - Reddit By submitting comments you grant permission for all or part of those comments to appear in the print edition of New Jimmy Johns beats their competition like a bass drum! I cant say I was surprised that Primos made a great sub, but its probably the closest you can get to an authentic Italian deli sandwich from chain. We wish we could have ranked the tuna fish sandwich better because chunk white tuna is one of the cheapest proteins for your abs and is full of heart- and brain-protective omega-3 fatty acids, but according to Mike's website, the salad is made up of more mayonnaise than the healthy fish, which is why it climbs over 1,000 calories. This was one sandwich that actually surprised us with how decent it was. meatball sub on Rosemary Parmesan. By clicking Sign up, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider Seeing "California" makes us think of acai bowls and green juicesnot a 910-calorie sub with more fat than Whopper. 2 seconds turned into 20 minutes of waiting along with other multiple frustrated patrons We will not be back to this location and will be advising our town that as long as these two are working there not to eat there. document.addEventListener( 'DOMContentLoaded', function() { Amy: I liked the idea that the bread was baked fresh, but thought it had a distinctly sweet taste to it, which wasn't up my alley. Two feet of bread, meat, cheese, and lettuce later, I had my answer. Everyone was giving thanks and eating their sliced turkey breast with all of the fixings. Their freaky fast delivery makes it easy for a busy teenager or athlete to have a sub delivered before a game or on their way to work. Adding or subtracting which ingredients you want or dont want. If you wouldve told me it was from the Italian deli down the street, I probably wouldve believed you. And the provolone had a slight funk to it. I would say I prefer Jimmy Johns for the "freaky fast" food. We are blessed to have a seemingly unlimited number of old world delis with fresh, homemade ingredients. Now thats a lot. } By comparison, a six inch Subway turkey only has 280 calories and 4 grams of fat. Both are good, but I prefer Jersey Mike's over Jimmy John's. The bread, while not as good as the seeded kind, was still solid. ), this is a really tasty sub. Amy: This bread always taste kind of chemically to me. This is a well made sub. Furthermore, Michigan Live said it best when they described Subway's sandwiches as 'always tasting the same.' The family-owned chain now has 153 locations across New Jersey and New York. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. The subs here become much more than the sum of their parts, Alcamo's subs transcend into greatness. Jersey Mike's Subs vs Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches By clicking Sign up, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider Gonzo: I obviously didn't care for the presentation, but it had a lot of meat on it and a lot of flavor too. No Jimmy John is definitely better than Jersey mike the subs have more meat and they more bigger always and forever Jimmy Johns. The oil and vinegar added a slight tang and was used sparingly. I can vouch from experience that it is freshly baked everyday. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. But sometimes, desperate times call for desperate measures. Where you can find the best french fries in Michigan. You'll find more meat in a can of pork and beans. Jersey Mike's or Jimmy John's? : r/Charleston - Reddit Plenty of flavor, I wasnt disappointed. Website: Subway Franchise # of U.S. locations: 24,000 Initial Investment: $140,050 - $342,400 Franchise Fee: $15,000 Royalty Fee: 8% of gross sales Advertising Fee: 4.5% of gross sales Net Worth Requirement: $80,000 - $310,000 Liquid Capital Cash Requirement: $30,000 - $90,000 Firehouse Subs This sub packs an outrageous amount of saturated fat, sodium, and calories. Every location differs in quality as well. : 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. Which brings us to the chain that bears the name of our great state, Jersey Mikes. Most times all i order is the small one and i am very full. I ate chicken wings from 5 major chains, and a little-known newcomer beat out all the classics, I tried chicken sandwiches from 8 major chains, and Popeyes' was a major standout for several reasons, The top three sub chains in term of sales in America are. Mike's Way means the sub is prepared with onions, lettuce, tomatoes, vinegar, oil, and spices (adding over 275 calories and 28 grams of fat), but this can be modified to your preference. Great Comment! I know everyones got their favorite order, but for the sake of this debate, I stuck with the Italian hoagie. I bundled up on a very cold mid-morning and drove down JFK Avenue to the most inconvenient of QuickChek locations. This sandwich is not the kind of club you want to belong to. That's not to say that other items on the McDonald's menu are much better. Gonzo: There is something about the Jimmy John's bread that Im not a fan of, I just dont really like it. Currently, there are nearly 2,000 locations worldwide. Much like Moses, the Jersey Mike's legend starts by the water and seems improbable. Waynesboro, VA 22980-9202. The Best Sandwich Chains, Ranked In Order Of Delicious To - TheTravel For example, a Burger King Whopper comes in at a literally whopping 670 calories and 39 grams of fat. Nobody's gonna mention Firehouse! I ordered the Italian B.M.T. We're as shocked as you are, and frankly, rather disappointed it ranks so poorly against the competition. The fresh factor doesn't just stop there, though - Jersey Mike's is also cooking their own roast beef and making their signature sauce with a secret oil blend and vinegar. Remember, the regular size subs are meant to be split in two, so that means you'd receive 20 grams of protein per serving. And at Jersey Mikes, a number seven is a turkey and provolone, with the ability to add anything you would like. Honestly i find Jersey Mikes flavor of their meat to be superior. No other sandwich place has the quality and taste of a Jimmy Johns sandwich. Aside from the condiment issue, the sandwich ingredients are good and its large but pretty expensive and messy for what you get. And since an Italian is probably one of the most popular and bestselling subs anyway, I thought it was a fair choice. We've ranked them from worst to best, and would love to hear if you agree. When they make your sandwich, they cut the meat in front of you to show you how fresh it really is. We found truly amazing subs all across Michigan. Would You Like to Convert It Into Review? Results were generated by 134 employees and customers of Jersey Mike's Subs and 111 employees and customers of Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches. It makes sense because Subway is cheap and consistent you know what you're going to get and you're not going to spend too much. sandwich at Jimmy John's cost $6.29 and was eight inches. Not even Publix can top a Firehouse Italian! The only problem with Jersey Mikes is that there are not that many around. The bread was pretty stale. Ask for those hot pepper, you are going to need them. The bread was the weakest part of this sub, but it does come toasted. It needed a boost somewhere. Ive had some very solid QuickChek sandwiches and then Ive had abominations where the bread was hard as a rock. JJ I dont really understand. Melted provolone, tomato sauce, and parmesan cheese. These subs get "grilled" (their words, not mine) if you want them hot, which means another pass in the oven. Like freaky. Its slightly buttery and light and I appreciate the fact that they rip the breading out for certain sandwiches. When they say "We have the meats", they mean on this sub. We added lettuce, tomato, pickles, banana peppers, olives plus oil and vinegar, and salt and pepper. I used to work at Jimmy John's, and Jersey Mike's is much better. As much as I miss Quiznos, the only location left in NJ is temporarily closed. I found that my Vito from Jimmy Johns had a greater variety of flavor with all of the different cuts and cheeses. They pride themselves on using high quality meats and cheeses, and baking their "private recipe" sub buns in house. Come on Chris, lets go to Subway!. The sandwich lands the number three spot because it's low in calories and sodium, but too low in protein for the amount of fat it serves up. Why are we so excited? The flavor was decent, and you get some of each ingredient in every bite because of how it's layered. 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. 80 Laurel Street. Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. In fact, getting a veggie sub here might be the best idea. 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. The toppings are also neatly tucked inside so nothing falls out. Customer service. Although picking out villains from the heroes may be hard at first glance, we here at Eat This, Not That! But after trying it, I wasnt so sure anymore. Certified Angus USDA choice top round sliced fresh and smothered in BBQ sauce. Ive had my fair share of Wawa sandwiches, and theyve all ranged from dull to decent. It not only falls just beneath the 1,000-calorie mark, but it's nearly equivalent to an entire day's worth of sodiumor the equivalent to 14 small orders of McDonald's French fries. They must be doing something right, despite that unfortunate Jared incident. To make this BBQ Beef sandwich, Jersey Mike's uses their freshly-sliced, in-house-cooked roast beef instead of a traditional southern-style pulled pork. They are using better quality meats and slicing to order. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. 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. But the very moment we got into the car, my grandfather yelled, That was atrocious! These places have the best fried chicken in Michigan. At Jimmy Johns, a sandwich with chips and a drink is around $8, so you definitely get more for your money. Jersey Mike's Subs makes a Sub Above - fresh sliced, authentic Northeast-American style sub sandwiches on fresh baked bread. I cant say I was surprised by the quality, but I was surprised that for nearly $6 for the six-inch Italian, that people still order it. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. (which stands for biggest, meatiest, tastiest), all of which were inaccurate. They always have pleasant workers and I love ever Was told she was the boss and didnt have to make me anything. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Jimmy John's Menu Prices with Calories (March 2023) The Best Sandwich Chains, Ranked In Order Of Delicious To 'I'd Rather Have Pizza', A good sandwich has the capability to make anything better, The Best Pancakes At IHOP, Ranked For Scientific Flavor Purposes, While Subway may have the lead as one of the most popular, Pizza Party: Ranking Every Major Pizza Chain From Worst To Best (Sorry Not Sorry), Ranking Wendy's Best Menu Items, Including Their New Jalapeo Popper Chicken Sandwich. Photos by Chris Gennone, (from the 320 Ridge Road, Mahwah location). We had the "Vito", which is their original Italian sub with salami, capicola ham, provolone, onion, lettuce, tomato, and not enough Italian vinaigrette. I Cant Express Enough How Enjoyable My Visits Are EVERY SINGLE TIME . Hit the lanes at some of the best bowling alleys in Michigan. All subs here can be made hot or cold. Jimmy Johns vs. Jersey Mikes: The Surprising Winner! - YouTube "Sweet Tea" is brown colored sugar water. Sadly, but not surprisingly, the fast food, chain sub sandwiches that we sampled do not come anywhere near Alcamo's, or for that matter, any of the 62 different, locally owned sandwich shops that we visited during our search. Jersey Monthly. For the sub shops that didn't have standard toppings for their turkey sandwiches, we created one for them (lettuce, tomato, cucumber, cheese, oil/vinegar). Lettuce, tomato, mayo, and melty white American cheese. At both places I had a sandwich on traditional bread, with turkey, provolone, lettuce, mayonnaise. 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. Surprisingly, one of the most popular sandwich chains is actually pretty low on the list in terms of flavor and variety. I ordered the Original Italian with provolone, ham, prosciuttini, cappacuolo, salami and pepperoni, and got it Mikes Way with white onions, lettuce, tomatoes, vinegar, oil and spices. I smelled it, I poked the bread, I pulled off the top and inspected the tomatoes and lettuce for any discoloration. In 1971 at the Jersey shore town of Point Pleasant, not far from Springsteen's Asbury Park turf, Jersey Mike . 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 don't understand this concept of a tea dichotomy. I have had Jimmy Johns a few times and was disappointed by the quality, but certainly not the speed. Username and password will be sent to you via email. 3. yukon_corne1ius 1 yr. ago. I dare you to find the meatLOL! Youll have to give me the recipe! I was in complete shock. 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This is unfortunate, given that Jersey Mikes is better, but Jimmy Johns is getting more business due to the convenience factor, creating more Jimmy Johns restaurants and less business to Jersey Mikes. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. At the Kearny location, I ordered the Italian with ham, capicola, salami, provolone, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, oil, vinegar and oregano on the regular white roll. Typically, I'll spend $10-11 at Jersey Mike's, and $8-9 at Jimmy John's, so it depends on how much I want to spend. Jersey Mike's: Sub in a Tub and/or. I ordered the same meal at each place: an Italian-style sub sandwich with chips, a cookie, and a drink. It's pretty amazing how deli meat, cheese, vegetables, and a condiment (or several) can be so magical when combined together between two slices of bread, or, in this case, a sub roll. Why? 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. While Quizno's might be better in terms of quality and flavors, their subs are smaller, which does leave a little something to be desired. Related:The Best Pancakes At IHOP, Ranked For Scientific Flavor Purposes. Gonzo: I like Potbelly. Jersey Mikes of course. It's worth it though, this sub tastes distinctly fresh. And although Jersey Mikes is more fresh, and tastes better, it is still a sandwich, and it may not be worth it to go out of you way to get one. Jersey Mike's allows for much more customization, and it seems to taste a little fresher than Jimmy John's. JMs are more harder to find than JJs, by and large. Which is better? The meat was subtle in a way and never overpowered the sandwich. This sandwich was also very cold, meaning all of the ingredients had probably been sitting there for a while. The meat tasted very fresh, but I wish there was more of it. I was pleasantly surprised. Well our bodies excrete waste, but do we want it, just because it comes with our bodies? State: 4316 Veterans Memorial Boulevard. Provolone, ham, prosciuttini, and cappacuolo. 3. 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 for some reason, Jersey Mike's is an expert at perfectly shredding lettuce for a sub. Jersey Mike's Subs Prices - Fast Food. It tastes how a Jersey sub should taste. Get the best food tips and diet Press J to jump to the feed. I ordered a small Italian with prosciutto, hot capicola, Genoa salami, provolone, lettuce, tomatoes, white onions, oil and vinegar. I ate the cheapest cheeseburgers from McDonald's, Wendy's, and Burger King. I love Jersey Mikes for putting the customers needs first! For customers with gluten allergies or sensitivities, Jimmy Johns offers what they call and unwich, with is the sandwich ingredients, wrapped up in lettuce. For places I can go fairly regularly (none of the above convenient to home or work), I wind up at DiBella's once or twice a month and it's always been good. When I got home and unwrapped my sandwich, it was smiling back at me. Who puts green peppers and cucumbers on an Italian sub? Amaral MS, RD, CSO clinical and research dietitian at Cedars Sinai. The only problem was the Italian seasoning, someone was a little heavy handed with the oregano, which gave this sandwich a bit of a bitter, acrid taste. It might be named after the beaches of the Garden State, but with the amount of bloat-inducing sodium you'll find in this sub, you won't be looking too bikini body ready. 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. I think it's the best of the chain sub places I've tried by a long shot. I will try them one day soon, but I'm interested in reading further reviews. However, the standard Primo size costs $10.99 which is a little high for a chain. The bun is literally loaded with ingredients, and as you can see, excellent distribution throughout. 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. For more great stories, head to INSIDER's homepage. Jimmy Johns has multiple locations throughout the town, as well as drive through and delivery services. We mean AMAZING. It's a little bit surprising, for sure, to see a sandwich chain such as Subway toward the bottom of the list. Metairie, LA 70006-5439. Jimmy Johns is pretty good to but doesn't come close to the size, quality and taste. Great cocktails to try that feature Michigan craft spirits. 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. Im aware each location differs a bit on quality, so this is all based on my own experience. I can't taste any tea in it whatsoever. "It's sodium content is lower than most of the options, and gives a little fiber with the veggies.". The oil and vinegar gave it a shot in the arm. This - all day. See this thread for details. If you didn't already know, buffalo sauces are some serious sodium offenders. Wawas standard white roll is on the tougher side, which I can appreciate, but also requires more chewing and tearing. 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. This week, Alex and I went on a search for the best deli sandwich, we tried Jimmy Johns and Jersey Mikes. The veggies are very plentiful. I am a big fan of Firehouse. If you could not already tell, I like to channel my Italian heritage when it comes to picking subs. Hotspot of the Week: Jersey Mike's Subs. Known for their cheesesteak, Penn Station also serves a variety of other sandwiches. I thought Jersey Mike's was great, but not my favorite. every day. It has slightly less of everything, from calories to fat and sodium, and just a touch more protein. Fresh, fresh, fresh is the name of the game at Jersey Mike's, and it shows. Jersey Mikes! Amy: This was nice and fresh, with lots of veggies. Jimmy Johns is also MUCH more affordable. 601 Shenandoah Village Drive. But with hundreds of chains to choose from, how is anyone expected to find the best one? Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Just because a sandwich shop provides custom options doesn't mean it's the best, so, which one actually is? } ); And who doesn't want to be fully involved? While Subway may have the lead as one of the most popular, if not the most popular, sandwich chains in the country, there are many other chains that can compete and would even be considered better. The Original Italian: Bread: 5.4 Fillings: 6.9 Toppings: 7.1 Value: 4.7 Overall: 6.0, Jersey Mikes Original Italian sub, left, and Jimmy Johns Vito sub. When Subway, Jersey Mikes, Fire House Subs, Jimmy Johns, and Publix go head to head which sub wins? It's one of Jersey Mike's most popular subs for a reason. 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. There was a good meat to bun ratio, and great acidity from the dressing to balance it out, while not sogging up the bread. } else { Maybe it's because The Veggie is mostly made up of trans-fat-laden cheeses. This visit, however, was a big surprise. I just thought they started with a much lower quality meat than Firehouse or Jersey Mike's. xhr.open('POST', 'https://www.google-analytics.com/collect', true); Featuring pepperoni, genoa salami, and pit smoked ham, the sub also has provolone, tomato, lettuce, onion, banana peppers, onions, vinaigrette and a pretty good garlic aioli. A Turkey and Provolone Sub from Jersey Mikes (E. Kubelka). Similar to Subway, the bread used at Jersey Mike's is always baked fresh, but the meats and cheeses at this chain are sliced fresh for each sandwich. And last but not least, we have Primo Hoagies. By the time I finished paying, my sandwich was already ready. Gonzo: I dont even want to talk about Subway. if( navigator.sendBeacon ) { It's a thumb thinghomemade cheese sauce for dipping at #watertowerpub in Lexington. So next time you get in the mood for a cold cut, I highly recommend you ditch Jersey Mikes and give Jimmy Johns a try. I love how thin and stringy the lettuce was. Jersey Mike's USA - Authentic Sub Sandwich Franchise Since 1956 I've only been to Jersey Mike's once so far but I liked it a lot. The sister sub to the Famous Philly is made with chicken instead of beef and, as a result, has less sodium and fat, which makes it our top choice for hot subs.