Subway sandwiches. More nonsense.

[jgln]

I have never been to a Subway because of the way it was explained to me you order, maybe that has changed. But I have eaten food from there when guys at work go pick up.

I always got a veggie sandwich with jalapenos and loved it. Could never find a better veggie sandwich.

I don't like the cafateria places either. Walked into a new Mexican joint (Moe's) and when I got in it was like JR High school, you got a tray and went to each station to order. I walked out. If I am going to sit at a table to eat (unless a pizza joint maybe) I want to be served.

 

[Homercidal]

Man, what is with your guys? I don't think I've ever had a problem at Subway. Start with a basic sub with your choice of bread and then just tell them what additional items you want on it. Maybe a bit of ranch and some salt and pepper. It's not difficult and I've never experienced any issues with them putting it together. Maybe there is a Nationality or Language barrier?

Disclaimer: I've never been to what many would call a "real" deli, and frankly I don't have any desire to go out of my way to visit one. Because it would be a LONG distance to travel, or too much hassle to try and find one close enough to make the attempt. That said, you can see how I am not comparing the quality of the actual sandwich, merely the quality of the preparation.

 

[unionrdr]

I totally gave up on the local subway. Damn kids act like they can't tie their shoes or something. I ordered a Italian sub & got baloney & cheese. They were out of the otyher meats & wouldn't slice anymore. Or these chicas weren't old enough to run the slicer. I've gotten that so much I won't go there again. It's like they only hire the freakin *******.
Besides,I always thought Mr Hero over in Lorain was way better. Good steak sandwiches. The Roman burgers are addictive. We have a Bellagio's around here,but it's def pricey for the size you get. Good quality though...better than subway.

 

[maxamuus]

If i have to do the chain thing Jimmy Johns FTW!

 

[CreamyGoodness]

Homer, if a city boy like me can enjoy heading out to Preque Isle to fish and boat and hunt with my father-in-law, I guarantee you if you were out here in New York for a couple days you'd have an epic time. You wouldnt be the first I've enlightened to the wonders of corned beef and street cart souvlaki...

 

[captwalt]

im sure i was overreacting but, If an establishment advertises something to get you in the door I expect them to be able to produce it for me. For example a big hot pastrami, they always have pastrami they can always toadt it so why the advertising campaign with a name of a sandwich that means nothing. It is their sandwich I dont want to tell them how to make it. I understand them making sandwiches to order and how a customer wants it but this is out of line. Imagine how difficult your life would be if this was everyones bussiness model.

 

[CreamyGoodness]

Ultimately what it all comes down to is in a place where you have a lot of folks bunched in together, even a place where most people are from similar backgrounds (ie. NOT New York), you are going to get a zillion different personalities. Some of these personalities will mesh well, others wont. I see it as a constant source of entertainment, even when I am annoyed. When I went to Galway in college and was suffering from an epic hangover, I ordered coffee with cream. They brought me out a cup of black coffee, and a dish of whipped cream with a spoon. I love that sort of thing, even though I was vaguely annoyed at the time (coffee is key for my hangovers).

No one thinks that when I complain that my wife likes the house colder than I do (or anyone else who isnt a penguin) I am looking for a solution or I have legitimate disdain for her, do you? I just kvetch because its funny to me, and I hope to others.

 

[wildwest450]

Subway is for people who don't live close to a Jersey Mikes...


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[ReverseApacheMaster]

Man, what is with your guys? I don't think I've ever had a problem at Subway. Start with a basic sub with your choice of bread and then just tell them what additional items you want on it. Maybe a bit of ranch and some salt and pepper. It's not difficult and I've never experienced any issues with them putting it together. Maybe there is a Nationality or Language barrier?

No nationality or language barrier in my experience. In my area (predominately white suburbs) they are stocked with white suburban teens. They just seem to find the dumbest kids in the area.

 

[Homercidal]

Homer, if a city boy like me can enjoy heading out to Preque Isle to fish and boat and hunt with my father-in-law, I guarantee you if you were out here in New York for a couple days you'd have an epic time. You wouldnt be the first I've enlightened to the wonders of corned beef and street cart souvlaki...

You may be right. At least about the food. Other than that I can't see any reason why I'd want to be in the city.

The hunting and fishing at Presque Isle sounds like a good time though!

I must confess, I had a rather bad experience at Subway recently that I forgot about. We stopped in Cadillac for a bite and there were 2 ladies (older ladies, not teens) working behind the counter. There was a decent line of about 8 people waiting. One lady was taking orders and making subs while the other lady spent about 10 minutes refilling EVERYTHING. She couldn't stop refiling to help out until everything was topped off.

On the plus side, it was POURING outside, so we were in no hurry to leave.

 

[unionrdr]

No nationality or language barrier in my experience. In my area (predominately white suburbs) they are stocked with white suburban teens. They just seem to find the dumbest kids in the area.

That's why I had my spawn moment earlier. why do the fast food joints get the good ones & they get all the *******?

 

[Airplanedoc]

If you want to have some fun swing by a bank on the way and pick up some $1 coins and $2 Bills. Then while they are trying to figure out where to put them, give them some change, then stand back and watch them try to figure out how to make change.

 

[motobrewer]

Ultimately what it all comes down to is in a place where you have a lot of folks bunched in together, even a place where most people are from similar backgrounds (ie. NOT New York), you are going to get a zillion different personalities. Some of these personalities will mesh well, others wont. I see it as a constant source of entertainment, even when I am annoyed. When I went to Galway in college and was suffering from an epic hangover, I ordered coffee with cream. They brought me out a cup of black coffee, and a dish of whipped cream with a spoon. I love that sort of thing, even though I was vaguely annoyed at the time (coffee is key for my hangovers).

No one thinks that when I complain that my wife likes the house colder than I do (or anyone else who isnt a penguin) I am looking for a solution or I have legitimate disdain for her, do you? I just kvetch because its funny to me, and I hope to others.

maybe you should get a blog or something.

 

[TyTanium]

He already has one. It's called "Drunken Ramblings and Mindless Mumbling."

 

[motobrewer]

He already has one. It's called "Drunken Ramblings and Mindless Mumbling."

*points finger to nose*

 

[drew1d]

Spicy italian on whatever foot long with hot peppers. Got home, I settled down and started watching Star Trek TNG. 15 minutes later, I had to "dump the warp core."

 

[thatjonguy]

If i have to do the chain thing Jimmy Johns FTW!

Plus they deliver!

 

[IXVolt]

I haven't had any problems with Subway. To some extent if the end result isn't right it's partially your fault, being an interactive sandwich build and all.

You say provolone, and they pick up American, say "ahoy there, put down the yellow and grab the white".

Micro-manage your friggen sandwich. It's going in your mouth after-all.

 

[emjay]

Today was my worst Subway experience ever. I've been to Subway MANY times, but this time they managed to put a single jalapeno slice in my sandwich... Apparently it fell into the pickles. ****ING IDIOTS! THEY SHOULD BE SHOT.

But yeah, that really actually happens to be the worst I've experienced.

 

[HawksBrewer]

+1 to Potbelly Italian sandwich w/ hot peppers. As far as chains go it doesn't get much better IMO. Subway? eh, if I feel like doing that much work I might as well go to the grocery store...

 

[Zuljin]

Orangutang vagina? I'm intrigued.

 

[jgln]

My fiancee is from the Ukraine, Kiev, been here like 15 years but has a strong accent. One day we were out, I was hungry, she was driving, saw a McDonalds so I said pull over. We went through the drive through. I wanted a quarter pounder, she wasn't hungry. When we got to the pickup window the girl handed her a cup of water, said thank you and closed the window.

 

[onthekeg]

I am amazed that a rant about a fast food chain, that is bland at best, gets so much traffic. That tells me that people eat there all the time, at least enough to complain. The worst part was I wanted to start a Brewpub with BBQ. I probably won't have any customers...

 

[gratus fermentatio]

Creamy, good job keeping swmbo happy (within reason) but the occasional foray into alternate lunch/sandwich venues (IE: the deli a block away) are also important for broadening her culinary experience. At least bring home a menu from the deli & give her a nudge. Now, as for this tuna thing...

Tunafish (from a can) is NOT something you order out. Tunafish from a can is like meatloaf or mac & cheese, you make it at home & go out to get away from it. You live in NY & have access to some of the best delis in the world, and you order tunafish? Don't get me wrong, you eat what you like, but I think I'd be ordering the pastrami on rye, the reuben, the club, etc...

On Fridays it would be the NE clam chowder, the pickled herring, the fish & chips, even the (dare I say it?) McFish sandwich from the drive thru clown house; but NOT the tunafish sandwich. Damn, this is starting to sound like a rant, I didn't indend it to be, hope you don't read it that way, it's just my 2 cents worth. Eat what you like man, this is America!
Regards, GF.

 

[Airborneguy]

I actually don't mind Subway, but as Creamy stated earlier, NY Deli's are the absolute best when it comes to REAL sandwiches. I work around the block from Katz's, but I work midnights so I have yet to see it open!

Creamy, if you are ever on the LES, there's an awesome deli on Ave C and E. Houston (HOW-ston for you non NY'ers. It's named after a person and that's how his name was pronounced...) that has awesome sandwiches. I usually order my own creations being a former deli worker, but their selections have all been great so far.

I'm not often heard speaking good words about my city, but I'll defend our food to the death. In all of my travels, I've yet to find any other place that even comes within a light year of the food we have here. It's the only thing I will miss when I move.

 

[TxBrew]

For $5 expect a little trouble. I also make eye contact when I tell them what I want.

I once asked "Can I substitute a lemonade for the milk with the kids meal".

"That's going to mess our numbers up, no.". I'm nice, understanding and respectful as much as one man can be, but what if my kid is deathly allergic to milk? Are your numbers more important Subway?

Subway- Killing People with lactose allergies to keep their numbers straight.

Better than eat fresh? I think so. Also more apt.

 

[bob1852]

My fiancee is from the Ukraine, Kiev, been here like 15 years but has a strong accent. One day we were out, I was hungry, she was driving, saw a McDonalds so I said pull over. We went through the drive through. I wanted a quarter pounder, she wasn't hungry. When we got to the pickup window the girl handed her a cup of water, said thank you and closed the window.

I once ordered an iced tea from McDonlads, took a sip and spit out the "Hi-C."

 

[H-ost]

subway- killing people with lactose allergies to keep their numbers straight.

Better than eat fresh? I think so. Also more apt.

hahaha

 

[m_c_zero]

Anyone else notice how bad your shirt reeks after leaving Subway?

 

[16thNatural]

Whatever happened to them cutting the wedge from the top of the roll, filling sandwich and replacing it? Ahhh... The good old days before Jared poked his tool-ass self into the picture.