The 10 Worst Sandwiches At Subway & 10 That Taste High Quality
Think Twice Before You Order
Subway has a huge menu, but not every sandwich deserves to be on your plate. Some taste fresh, balanced, and well put together. Others feel like someone picked random ingredients in a rush and hoped for the best. If you love a good sandwich, it’s time to know the best and worst Subway picks. Let’s start with the ones that miss the mark entirely.
1. Steak & Cheese
The Steak & Cheese sandwich at Subway can leave a lot to be desired, primarily because the steak often ends up dry and chewy. Despite its promise of a hearty, savory bite, the steak tends to lack tenderness, and the cheese gets lost in the dry texture of the meat.
Subway Steak And Cheese Sub Food Review by MrWaheeldullHaque
2. Chicken & Bacon Ranch Melt
This sandwich on the list can feel heavy due to ranch and bacon, though preferences vary. Between the richness of the ranch and the heaviness of the bacon, every bite starts to feel like a replay of the last. What begins as indulgent turns into a mouth-coating challenge.
Subway New Chicken & Bacon Ranch Sub Review | Joe is Hungry | 🥓🥓🧀🧀🐔🐔 🥪 🥪 by Joe is Hungry
3. Elite Chicken & Bacon Ranch
Packed with processed chicken, greasy bacon, and heavy ranch dressing, this one disguises indulgence as a hearty option. Despite its name, the ingredients are far from "elite," often overly salty and lacking fresh flavor. In short, it’s a calorie bomb masquerading as a satisfying sub.
SUBWAY'S ELITE CHICKEN & BACON RANCH REVIEW by Derrikmonster
4. Tuna
The texture of a Tuna sandwich can veer from pleasantly creamy to oddly clumpy, depending on the prep. The flavor varies from day to day, location to location, and not in a good way. You’re not sure what you’re going to get until it’s already too late.
Subway Tuna Sandwich Eat & Review by Andrew Bibay
5. Supreme Meats
The Supreme Meats sandwich at Subway can be a bit overwhelming, and not in a good way. With a hefty mix of processed meats like pepperoni, salami, and ham, it’s often criticized for being too greasy and heavy. The combination of so many rich, salty meats can lead to a cloying, one-note flavor that overpowers the other ingredients.
Subway FREE Sub Day! Supreme Meats Review | Cooking Conversations by Cooking Conversations
6. Homestyle Chicken Salad Wrap
Filled with tender chicken, mayo, and crunchy veggies like lettuce and tomatoes, this sub lies on the heavier side. While it's filling and flavorful, it might not be the best pick if you're after a lighter, fresher meal. Plus, it can sometimes feel a bit too much, especially on a hot day when you’re craving something fresh.
Subway New Homestyle Chicken Salad Wrap Review - Food Review by steverville
7. Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki
While the teriyaki glaze adds a nice savory-sweet balance for many, others find it overpowering, with the sweetness taking center stage and overshadowing the chicken itself. This can make the sandwich feel overly sugary, particularly if you're not a fan of sweet sauces in savory dishes.
Monday Subway Special review - Sweet onion teriyaki chicken by FoodzFolkz
8. Rotisserie-Style Chicken
The Rotisserie-Style Chicken sandwich can be a letdown for many, primarily due to the chicken’s tendency to be dry. Despite the shredded, tender appearance, the chicken often lacks moisture, leaving the sandwich feeling bland and unappealing.
Subway Rotisserie Style Chicken Sandwich REVIEW by AppetiteForAdventure
9. Cold Cut Combo
Featuring a mix of processed meats like salami, turkey, and bologna, this sandwich can feel more like a filler than a flavorful, exciting option. The combination of processed deli meats can also result in a greasy, heavy bite, which leaves little to be desired for those seeking a lighter option.
Subway’s cold cut combo submarine review by nickscoolkitchen
10. Veggie Delite
While low in calories, this sub often lacks flavor and substance. On its own, the Veggie Delite can feel dry, uninspired, and under-seasoned. It’s a collection of raw vegetables wrapped in bread, and unless you carefully dress it with flavorful extras, it’s the equivalent of biting into a half-made salad.
Subway Veggie Delite by Check It Out
Now, here are ten sandwiches that actually taste high-quality with solid flavor and balance.
1. Meatball Marinara
A nostalgic pick for many, this one has a soft spot in people's memories. Settled between freshly baked bread, tender meatballs are smothered in a rich, flavorful marinara sauce, creating a balance of savory and tangy. Topped with melted cheese, it’s an indulgent, satisfying option for any meal.
Subway Meatball Marinara Sub Review by 5 Minute Eats
2. Subway Club
With turkey, ham, and roast beef, Subway Club plays like a balanced trio rather than a solo act. There’s depth in the meat, lift from the greens, and plenty of room to experiment with sauces. This is the kind of sandwich that works well no matter the time of day.
Subway Club Sandwich Taste Test Review by bwcpublishing
3. Oven-Roasted Turkey
The Oven-Roasted Turkey is dependable for customization, though some find it lackluster. Built on lean turkey, it welcomes whatever ingredients match your craving. It doesn’t try to impress with flash, but its adaptability offers a quiet kind of appeal that keeps this sandwich in the game.
4. Italian B.M.T.
Standing for "Biggest, Meatiest, Tastiest," this sandwich certainly lives up to its name. It features a perfect combination of three types of deli meats: Genoa salami, spicy pepperoni, and tender ham. It can be customized with additional toppings such as pickles, olives, or even banana peppers.
Subway Italian B.M.T Food Review! by Tristan eCola
5. All-American Club
When this sub is made right, it channels everything good about comfort food. Typically served on your choice of freshly baked bread, the All-American Club works well with white, whole wheat, or hearty Italian options, all of which complement the sandwich's meaty filling.
6. Hotshot Italiano
The real star of the Hotshot Italiano is the spicy heat that sets it apart from other sandwiches. With the addition of the spicy, tangy Hotshot sauce—designed to add a bold burst of flavor without overwhelming the taste buds—the sandwich takes on a deeper complexity.
Subways New Hotshot Italiano Sandwich Review by MAINE'S FOOD REVIEWS
7. Black Forest Ham
Subway’s Black Forest Ham sandwich is a dependable favorite. Made with lean, thinly sliced ham that’s been smoked for a slightly sweet flavor, it brings a touch of traditional deli character to every sandwich. Moreover, the ham itself is cured and prepared in the Black Forest style.
8. Roast Beef
This one is a protein-rich option, but some note a fatty texture. The roast beef is thinly sliced and lightly seasoned to bring out its natural savory profile without overwhelming the palate. Also, its slightly smoky, beefy taste pairs well with a variety of fresh vegetables.
9. Home Run Ham
Typically served on a freshly baked sandwich roll, the Home Run Ham can be customized with your choice of bread, ranging from soft white and whole wheat to hearty Italian. The bread itself enhances the sandwich experience without overwhelming the star ingredient—the ham.
SUBWAY NEW HOME-RUN HAM REVIEW by Lennox Vargas jr
10. Spicy Italian
Similar to the Italian B.M.T., the Spicy Italian emphasizes spicy condiments for extra heat. It is the pepperoni and salami that bring heat and fat. When balanced with crisp greens and sharp onions, the sandwich converts into a layered, fiery option that rewards adventurous choices.
