What's your favorite bread at Subway ??
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I hear what you're saying; for me, Subway is something I'll have pretty much only when I'm ready to stick a fork in my eye if I have another burger or chicken sandwich (like when I was spending the night in Winston Salem earlier this week).
There's a growing chain called Penn Station, founded here in Cincinnati in the late 80's, which makes as good a sub as anyone in the business; very high-quality ingredients on a fresh-baked French roll that's absolutely terrific. IMHO, if a Penn Station was next door to a Subway (or Quizno's or Jersey Mikes), the national chain would be out of business in 6 months.
This post was edited on 12/10 11:48 AM by COOL MAN
There's a growing chain called Penn Station, founded here in Cincinnati in the late 80's, which makes as good a sub as anyone in the business; very high-quality ingredients on a fresh-baked French roll that's absolutely terrific. IMHO, if a Penn Station was next door to a Subway (or Quizno's or Jersey Mikes), the national chain would be out of business in 6 months.
This post was edited on 12/10 11:48 AM by COOL MAN
Re: They're all over Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky
my wife is a Miami alumnus. Been there for reunions several times and have been very impressed. She has talked my son into considering Miami for college even though the university isn't the best choice for what he is interested in. Regardless, we are going to visit mostly to appease her.
This post was edited on 12/10 4:43 PM by WVUBRU
my wife is a Miami alumnus. Been there for reunions several times and have been very impressed. She has talked my son into considering Miami for college even though the university isn't the best choice for what he is interested in. Regardless, we are going to visit mostly to appease her.
This post was edited on 12/10 4:43 PM by WVUBRU
Re: They're all over Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky
You're probably well-aware MU has been called "The Harvard of the Midwest" for decades, and that it's right at the top of most lists for Top Value among major Universities.
My son certainly doesn't have the grades to be considered for general admission, though he could probably get some fairly strong consideration for their Opera program. But he.....and to some extent, his mother.....doesn't feel as though he'd be a good fit in a student body considered to be largely composed these days of academic and socioeconomic elites (not to mention several students from his HS for whom he doesn't care for very much).
I'm not sure I agree with him, since I myself think a Miami education is pretty valuable.....plus, Oxford is a pretty cool little town. But it's HIS life and HIS call. Be sure to let me know when you're going to be in the area; I'd like to connect with you if possible.
You're probably well-aware MU has been called "The Harvard of the Midwest" for decades, and that it's right at the top of most lists for Top Value among major Universities.
My son certainly doesn't have the grades to be considered for general admission, though he could probably get some fairly strong consideration for their Opera program. But he.....and to some extent, his mother.....doesn't feel as though he'd be a good fit in a student body considered to be largely composed these days of academic and socioeconomic elites (not to mention several students from his HS for whom he doesn't care for very much).
I'm not sure I agree with him, since I myself think a Miami education is pretty valuable.....plus, Oxford is a pretty cool little town. But it's HIS life and HIS call. Be sure to let me know when you're going to be in the area; I'd like to connect with you if possible.
I like penn Station also but the one thing I have discovered is that a Penn Station sub should be eaten in, rather than carried out. They do not hold the best. Also, I have to tell the guys here in Beckley to lay off the dried oregano. Don't know if this is a franchise thing or is exclusive to the one in Beckley but too much uncooked dried oregano sucks.
I'd like to try a Jimmy Johns. Couple of folks on this board swear by them.
I'd like to try a Jimmy Johns. Couple of folks on this board swear by them.
Absolutely spot-on observation, bcm.....in particular, their grilled sandwiches really DON'T do very well on the drive home if one purchases them for takeout.
We had them recently for dinner, and my own cheesesteak certainly wasn't as good as it could be. It's a good 10-15 minute drive home from my closest PS location, and that clearly makes a HUGE difference. I should also have known better than to add lettuce and tomato to a hot sub that's going to be wrapped-up in wax paper and not eaten immediately.
Interesting you mention Jimmy Johns; my wife and I passed one about a week ago......you probably know that chain grew exponentially a few years ago, and Greater Cincinnati was no exception.....and I myself commented that I'd yet to try them.
We had them recently for dinner, and my own cheesesteak certainly wasn't as good as it could be. It's a good 10-15 minute drive home from my closest PS location, and that clearly makes a HUGE difference. I should also have known better than to add lettuce and tomato to a hot sub that's going to be wrapped-up in wax paper and not eaten immediately.
Interesting you mention Jimmy Johns; my wife and I passed one about a week ago......you probably know that chain grew exponentially a few years ago, and Greater Cincinnati was no exception.....and I myself commented that I'd yet to try them.
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Jimmy Johns is just ok. Wouldn't go out of my way for one of their subs either. But many people do swear by them. Same with Jason's down here in the south. I don't get it.
Best "fast food" sub in my book is made by Publix if you have Publix markets in your area. Their rolls are outstanding as they are baked in house. Publix bakeries make some outstanding bread.
Lately, when I'm in the mood for a sub I will go to a local pizza joint and order a take out from their menu. Usually they are $5-7 bucks which is comparable and are made fresh with real ingredients on fresh bread. And now that Diner's have made a comback across the nation, many good subs are popping up in various local joints. Even though it isn't a sub, had an outstanding panini at a new diner in the neighborhood yesterday for lunch. Huge with an order of fries for $8. It was outstanding. And better yet, you are giving a local business your money.
Jimmy Johns is just ok. Wouldn't go out of my way for one of their subs either. But many people do swear by them. Same with Jason's down here in the south. I don't get it.
Best "fast food" sub in my book is made by Publix if you have Publix markets in your area. Their rolls are outstanding as they are baked in house. Publix bakeries make some outstanding bread.
Lately, when I'm in the mood for a sub I will go to a local pizza joint and order a take out from their menu. Usually they are $5-7 bucks which is comparable and are made fresh with real ingredients on fresh bread. And now that Diner's have made a comback across the nation, many good subs are popping up in various local joints. Even though it isn't a sub, had an outstanding panini at a new diner in the neighborhood yesterday for lunch. Huge with an order of fries for $8. It was outstanding. And better yet, you are giving a local business your money.
Interesting comment on Publix sandwiches
As you may know, they're considered up there with the best of the best chains in the industry with respect to the quality of their stores (and the way they're run) and merchandise. Of course, as a traditional Southern chain, I myself see them only when I'm down South.....may have to try one of those subs the next time I'm in Nashville or Atlanta.
This post was edited on 12/11 1:37 PM by COOL MAN
As you may know, they're considered up there with the best of the best chains in the industry with respect to the quality of their stores (and the way they're run) and merchandise. Of course, as a traditional Southern chain, I myself see them only when I'm down South.....may have to try one of those subs the next time I'm in Nashville or Atlanta.
This post was edited on 12/11 1:37 PM by COOL MAN
For anyone in Fairmont/Bridgeport during lunchtime, try Hank's Deli
They have a place in the old Middletown Mall that caters to the lunch crowd (another on Brideport hill), and I eat there once a week. They have great bread for their sandwiches (I believe they get it from a local bakery), and they serve them with homemade potato chips. The Gone Turkey and Blue Ridge are great, and they make great pork bbq / pulled pork sandwiches as their special on Wednesdays. They go out of their way to have friendly service as well, and a nice touch that's missing from a lot of places these days.
They have a place in the old Middletown Mall that caters to the lunch crowd (another on Brideport hill), and I eat there once a week. They have great bread for their sandwiches (I believe they get it from a local bakery), and they serve them with homemade potato chips. The Gone Turkey and Blue Ridge are great, and they make great pork bbq / pulled pork sandwiches as their special on Wednesdays. They go out of their way to have friendly service as well, and a nice touch that's missing from a lot of places these days.
Back, if your ever make it up to the Eastern Panhandle area and are hankering for a sub, I suggest you try Kings. Their Super Italian is the best I have had anywhere. Our Charles Town Jersey Mikes was very good for the first year they were open but they have really slipped. Also If you are near a Wegman's supermarket, they have top notch subs. I have tried Jimmy Johns and they are head and shoulders above Subway.
sounds good brother. the Italian is always my favorite since the old days at Greasy Nicks canteen..
Very good sandwiches, very poor company. In the early 2000's, almost went into partnership with someone and bought 5 franchises. I thank my lucky stars every night that I didn't.
I enjoyed one at a mall in Columbia. Then one was established in Florence and I ate there every time I was there in the afternoon. Always good and clean. Maybe pricy, but worth it.
In what way were they "very poor company"? Management, underfinanced, location or what?