Jersey Mike's Subs — Review by Daym Drops
Not specified, United States — Italian Submarine Sandwiches
Daym Drops reviews Jersey Mike's Hot Italian sub with no tomatoes and extra crispy bacon, praising the quality of the meats, perfectly melted cheese, and crispy bacon that elevated the sandwich. He rates it highly but suggests adding a Chipotle spread to enhance the flavor profile further. Overall, he recommends this as a great value sub that delivers plenty of taste and satisfaction.
What was great: The hot Italian sub with crispy bacon was excellent with bold, seasoned meats, melted provolone cheese, grilled onions, and crispy bacon that replaced the tomatoes. The rosemary garlic toasted bread, quality deli meats that blend well together, and good value for the portion size.
What could improve: Could benefit from a Chipotle spread or slightly spicy mayo-based condiment to offset the saltiness of the meats and bacon combination.
The Dishes
Daym ordered the Mike's Hot Italian sub on rosemary garlic bread with a special modification: no tomatoes and extra crispy bacon. The sandwich features ham, pepperoni, salami, melted provolone cheese, grilled onions, and chopped pepper relish topped with crispy bacon. The bacon fat ratio impressed Daym, noting it was crispy, crunchy, and salty without excess fat. The rosemary garlic bread was toasted perfectly, providing a nice hint of flavor that complemented the meats rather than overpowering them.
The Experience
The service was quick and accommodating, with the staff member willingly replacing the tomatoes with extra crispy bacon as requested. The sandwich arrived hot, though not piping hot, and was ready to eat immediately. The reviewer noted the sub had a slight spiciness that caught him in the back of the throat after several bites, but the overall moisture level from the meats kept it satisfying and enjoyable.
Value and Pricing
Daym emphasized getting plenty of bite for your buck and bang for your buck, suggesting that a regular size is sufficient and there's no need to upgrade to a large unless feeding multiple people. He praised the quality of the deli meats, noting they were not low-grade meat like some competitors use, as evidenced by the ability to distinguish between the ham, pepperoni, and salami rather than tasting an overly salty blur.
Notable Moments
The bacon didn't just replace the tomato, fam. It came in. It took over the lease and made this whole sub better.
You got that warm, soft bread hugging layers of hot, savory Italian meat. Melted cheese getting comfortable on every little corner. And that crispy bacon sliding through with a smoky crunch.
Daym emphasized that the combination of meats works harmoniously together without one overpowering another, and that the chopped peppers provided a textural element and slight offset to the saltiness.
The Verdict
Jersey Mike's Hot Italian sub earns a strong recommendation from Daym, who rates it as a nine out of ten and calls it a go-to choice despite his general preference for cold subs. His only constructive suggestion is adding an optional Chipotle spread or slightly spicy, zesty mayo-based condiment to add complexity and balance to the rich meat combination. This sandwich is ideal for anyone craving a high-quality hot Italian sub with excellent value and satisfying portions. Whether sharing with a friend or enjoying solo, this is a righteous choice that delivers on flavor and quality ingredients.