The subs at Firehouse aren't mindblowing, but they definitely feel a step up from Subway's, Milio's, etc. I'd been to the Fish Hatchery location a few times last year, but this was my first visit to the westside store. We stopped on a Sunday night and it was pretty quiet. It took a bit for the clerk to notice us standing there, but he was overly apologetic once he did. I gave one of their turkey sandwiches a try, with everything on it except for the onions. The smoked turkey didn't have a discernible smoked flavor, but the quality was on par with Quizno's. The bread was good and nothing got too soggy despite their steaming schtick. I appreciate the pickle spear on the side and the price for a medium isn't too crazy. The restaurant space itself commits fully to the firefighting theme, including Dalmatian-print tables and a mural with Bucky Badger hanging out in front of a burning building - you know, like you do. This location was less steamy/smoky than the other location I've been to, and everything was clean and orderly. For a quick sandwich, it's not a bad spot, especially now that Sliced is no longer in business. read more

Firehouse Subs - Mural - Sandwiches Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

My sandwich was great. Another person ordered the Thanksgiving sub. No Cranberries, no Mayo. Order placed on line 23:19 to be ready at 22;30. Wasn't ready until 1pm. 4 persons working the line. Very sawI saw 4 people get their money back cause it was taking so long. No urgency in making the orders. Looked like 2 new persons One person was whipping there nose off with gloves on. Terrible read more

9/29/26 4pm We ordered a med "club on a sub" and a kids "ham and cheese". Both sandwiches required reassembly in order to pick up and eat. We ate there. Meat was simply piled and hanging off the bread into the serving basket. Looked like they had been dropped even tho I know they were not. We were only people eating there. If the time can not be taken to assemble the sandwich properly, we don't have the time to visit this store again. read more

Ordered via DoorDash so I can't speak to the inside of the store. Everything was prepared quickly and accurately. They have really flavorful ham, which was the best part of my sandwich. This is the second time I've ordered here that the sandwich was cold by the time I got home (or the order arrived). This isn't a critique of DoorDash. They delivered exactly as expected. I just think Firehouse Subs should pack their to-go orders in something that keeps their hot subs warm during transport. read more

Firehouse Subs - Hook & Ladder. - Sandwiches Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Got this sub from a vendor, it was a pretty straightforward if not slightly better than average sub due to the bread. read more

Firehouse Subs - Hook & Ladder. - Sandwiches Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

12:45 pm on a Monday and we waited for over 30 minutes for two simple subs. What a waste of our day.

It takes about 10 minutes per sandwich you order. Three sandwiches on a Saturday at 1pm and we waited about 30 minutes, 2 people were waiting ahead of us. They prioritize online, honestly it would take about the same to get takeout from an actual restaurant! It was 79 degrees in the restaurant read more

I took out lunch from here on a week day. I had a firehouse steak and cheese sandwich. It was a hot sandwich as I would like. I loved the flavors. read more

Firehouse Subs - Firehouse steak and cheese - Sandwiches Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

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Staff polite and welcoming. But very long wait for a single sandwich. Will not return.

The subs are great here. The restaurant has a very comfortable and clean aura to it.

I have ordered in the past with good results but definitely not this time! The sandwiches were cold not hot, sauce which was ordered on the side was on the sandwich, the extra pickles were not included and the way the bread was sliced on mine was 90% top which made it very difficult to eat. The two worst things ...the person making the sandwiches was picking her teeth with gloves on when I walked in and after submitting my one star review as requested by their email and I requested contact they have ghosted me, no response or contact! I guess they just ignore not good reviews and they don't care about customer satisfaction. read more

This place has the worst grilled cheese on the planet and rude servers they give kids hats though read more

Firehouse Subs - My dog hates the Kids Grilled Cheese - Sandwiches Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

The place is really clean. The bathrooms are nice .It's a very clean environment They're firehouse steak and cheese is very good. The workers are very kind and environment is nice and calm. Good music taste good vibes all around. read more

I have tried sandwiches from 3 or perhaps four different restaurants in this chain, and they are always at lengthy intervals. I think once, in Sun Prairie, I had a good experience. But I'm not sure, since I have skipped countless opportunities to visit any of them for years at a time. Today, I opted to see if this might be the one to change my opinion. First off, it was not particularly busy. One guy who was waiting, presumably for his order, when I walked in. A young boy, probably 13-14 took my order and I couldn't understand a word he said, at least not easily. Which in itself wasn't a problem, though I didn't know if the pickle was actually part of the sandwich I was ordering or if it would be a side. (It was a side, upcharge, I understood later when I was at home and eating my sandwich) I paid and went back to the other end of the counter to look at the menu and the selection of hot sauces while I figured I'd have a 2-3 minute wait. Meanwhile I read the ingredients on all 10 or so sauces, and during this time the guy who was ahead of me was still standing there where he had been when I entered. Nearly 10 minutes before. Soon another guy came in, said he was so and so, someone answered, stating it was nearly ready. A second passed, and he's handed a bag that might've contained 2 sandwiches, judging by the size. Dude number one is still patiently waiting, practically like a statue, I was realizing as I was getting impatient. Approaching the 15 minute mark I am thinking, and finally he is awarded whatever he was waiting for. Wow. I guess they baked his bread for him. Another customer arrived, their order is already set up for pickup, so she grabs it and is on her way. Three workers, plus this middle school student, who is now, sitting on his backside, staring into a cellphone. Like all kids and adults spend a majority of their waking hours doing. Finally. My sandwich is ready. I am certain I had to have been there for very close to 20 minutes. Three adults, put out 5-6 sandwiches in the amount of time I was inside this place. I'll skip to the part where I wish I was reporting that my sandwich was kick ass. But I can't do that. It wasn't terrible. It was mediocre I'd say. The flashback to that essentially terrible bread that was what made me recollect the previous times I have had a firehouse sub, they aren't bad, but they certainly aren't great. It (the bread) has a soft texture that is not anything I would say is acceptable. Sponge like. None of the gluten that is developed when a great bread maker makes their dough. Saying it was like a tasteless Twinkie might be somehow accurate, but it's not that. Squishy crust. Why? That's not a proper baguette or French bread. Every sandwich chain has their own unique thing that sets them apart from the countless others. This place relies on firefighters being brave heroic men and women, but it can't be anything else, can it? The hot sauces, well they area pretty decent hook. But I'm thinking that in perhaps 4-5 years I'll probably try again, not at this location, but maybe the Sun prairie one. The two in Madison, I'm now fully reminded, both blow. Ambiance? You mean the fake fireman stuff? The hot sauces are ok I guess. The scorpion one I tried, hinted at being hot. It had the highest heat number of the bunch, but I'd say it was beneath siracha in scoville points. read more

Found a bone in the Zesty Garlic Hook&Ladder. 'Found' by biting down, I am not coming back and I wouldn't suggest anyone else come either to this location. I used to come here all the time when I first moved to Middleton, and I got to watch the sandwiches slowly divert from amazing to half-assed at best. Terrible quality control, I wish I would have taken a photo of the sandwich because it looked nothing like the promo-photo on the wall. It fell apart as I was eating it. Over priced food and trash product at this location. read more

Though the food order came out wrong it was the EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE that I received after the fact that saved this whole experience for me! I want to take a moment to stay THANK YOU HEATHER, the store manager for making me realize that when all hope seems lost in a world where customers don't come first anymore, you show it still does! The kindness and patience you displayed handling this mishap shows me there are still people who care. Instead of dismissing and arguing the point, you listened and openly admitted the mistake. Instead of cutting me off, you let me talk and truly listened. Instead of not fixing the problem, you offered solutions without me even having to ask. YOU ARE A SHINING STAR..AN EXAMPLE OF WHAT EVERY MANAGER, EVERY PERSON SHOULD STRIVE TO BE. Thank you again HEATHER for how important you made me feel! Firehouse should be PROUD!!!! I will return again over and over just to have you take care of me again. read more

First, I will say the food is pretty good. However, the service at the Madison store is horrendous. My very large order arrived two hours late and only after I made multiple calls to the store. The manager first attempted to blame me, then she backtracked and stated the order had been scheduled for delivery. I kept hearing promises it was "only minutes away" before my number was eventually blocked. Terrible service. The sandwiches aren't that much better to justify horrible service. read more

Ordered a large order via grub hub, they decided they didn't want to make it and canceled our order. Guess they hate money.

Ordered two sandwiches with no mayo, no onion, but mustard. Received two sandwiches loaded with mayo and onion, and no mustard. They rarely get an order right. Jersey Mike's or Jimmy John's are much better alternatives. read more

Worst service I have seen from a manager at one of these chains. Over priced and average food. Restaurant was dead silent.

I DoorDash and I avoid coming here since they are always so short staffed and busy. I pull up today at 635 and I waited in my car since the order wasn't set to be ready until 643.... When I originally pulled up, I saw an employee sitting in the window and nobody behind the counter... I decided to walk in at 640 and two workers came from the back after the guy in the window yelled for them and low and behold, the order wasn't even started yet!! This store SUCKS employees suck and obviously customer service is not first!! read more

Firehouse Subs - Empty store and terrible service w 3 employees working! - Sandwiches Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Just finished eating half of a large sized Smokehouse Beef & Cheddar Brisket and so far it's been the only sandwich I've gotten at Firehouse Subs since it's my favorite! The sandwich was delicious and the staff was very friendly as usual! The theme of the shop definitely sets it apart from other sandwich shops with the Firehouse Theme. There's a beautiful mural on the wall (which just so happens to be a Pokémon Go spot). Inside there is ample seating, but typically we take the sandwiches to go. I'd definitely recommend getting a combo with a medium sandwich or a large sandwich (I like to save half for lunch the next day). With a combo, you can get a bag of chips and a drink on the side. There's also a nice slice of pickle with every sandwich, so that's always a nice surprise! Also, a rounding up donation to the foundation is always nice that this place supports a good cause. Although, I only go to this Firehouse Subs a few times a month, I definitely enjoy each visit! read more

Firehouse Subs - Menu on the wall behind where they freshly prepare the food - Sandwiches Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Can't beat the Hook and Ladder sub-piled high with turkey, ham and provolone, warm and covered with a coleslaw like blend. Pure heaven! Get the large size and save some for later-you'll thank me!! read more

The sandwiches are okay, I ate them in Detroit when I was visiting my mother, and tried the Fish Hatchery Rd one several times since it was convenient. I stop at sandwich shops when I'm tired and hungry and want to get home. My problem with Firehouse is the slowness; I waited close to 10 minutes for a mediocre sub ( not the one I've gotten before that was better). I was really tired today. In the future I'll go to Milo's or Gino's. ( the Detroit Firehouse subs was fast). The staff is personable, the food is okay, the cleanliness is fine. It's just the long wait to get an uncomplicated sandwich. read more

Ordered 3 different sandwiches. There was a complete lack of meat on them we had to.pull it apart to check if it was just a bread sandwhich. The bread was soggy and stale. When I called to talk to the manager (ordered thru grubhub) wanted to talk directly to.the provider. The manager was so rude and kept repeating the same line over and over. Finally she said this is a grubhub problem..call them. We basically paid for stale bread air Sandwiches read more

I wanted to support this business during the pandemic. I placed an order online, which did NOT tell me I would be waiting in the store for 30 minutes after my pickup time. I placed a curbside pick up and I had to go in and wait for 30 minutes. I understand you are busy but you should have contacted me via the information I have at checkout to let me know about the situation. Employees inside were not wearing masks and were extremely overwhelmed. Over 10 other people were waiting in the same area for their delayed orders. Now I have to worry about my health because I tried to do the right thing and support a business that clearly didn't care about my health. read more

This was the worst sub I ever had and it costed me $25.00!!!!! The most I ever paid for one sub. I was so disappointed.

The subs are awesome! I love this place.usually everyone is nice. Sometimes I feel they're to busy doing something else. I miss the little saying they use to say when you walk in. Please keep the lime coke I love that. read more

I visited the Firehouse off Mineral PT.Madison is stuffed with delis and restaurants that make subs and sandwiches.this place didn't measure up.ok bread and sauce.it was just ok.I'll try your location off Fish Hatch to be fair cause one of my wholesalers had you cater a thing for them a couple years back and it was good. read more

Firehouse Subs really puts out the fire at all other sub/sandwich joints (haha!). I love the concept and the decor ain't shabby either. The staff strikes the perfect balance between a grab-n-go joint and a sit-down place. If you dine-in, they will bring your subs to your tabl, and then pick up the empty trays once you are finished. The menu isn't so large as to be overwhelming, and the prices are comparable to typical sub/sandwich places ($5ish for a sandwich and $8ish for a meal w/ drink and chips). Although there were quite a few sandwiches that I wanted to try on the menu, I ended up going with the smokehouse beef + cheddar. The sandwich was served up piping hot with no veggies (just the way I like it!)...just super tender beef sandwiched between some melted cheddar cheese and doused with BBQ sauce. Delish. Perfect for a post-distillery tour meal. :9 If Firehouse was any closer to my apartment, I would be there everyday. read more

Bottom line - excellent sanwiches. The store is big, clean, and the employees are super-friendly. Today I had the meatball sub, which was pretty good. So far my favorite is the pastrami and corned beef sandwich (Sooooooooo gooooooood)... The steak/cheese is fantastic as well. I look forward to trying other selections! Subs here cost a little more than other places, but the quality is higher. The 8" sub (in a combo) is plenty, even for a big guy like me. I'd rate at 5-stars if it were a better deal ($9 is more than I prefer to pay for lunch) OR if deals/coupons were availble (and not just on Saturday mornings). Great subs, clean place, friendly staff. Worth a stop! read more

Update: initially when the new, enthusiastic owner was on-site it was fantastic. Now, he's likely pulled out to start new franchises or other pursuits. His absence can't be filled by two hourly disengaged workers. The result: sick stomach due to meat that had likely been retained too long in an effort to maximize profit through cost reduction. Bummer. As I said 2 years ago when the owner's presence is no longer a dominant force behind the service and product quality delivery, things will go downhill. I was right... read more

Tastes super good. Usually pretty busy, so go when you have time to wait. worth the wait in my opinion.

Love their subs, but the wait for lunch is absolutely unacceptable. I have been sitting here going on 20 minutes and still haven't received my sandwich. I count 4 people doing everything: taking orders, making sandwiches, running them out. I count 25 people waiting right now. The employees are not the issue, they are working their hardest to keep up. From previous reviews, this doesn't seem like an anomaly. There is no excuse for this and I will not be returning. Management take note. read more

Firehouse Subs - Sandwiches Near Me - Madison, Wisconsin

Sandwich was expensive without any real leg up over the competition. Products slopped out of the sandwich when I tried to pick it up on both sides. Staff seemed somewhat listless and uncommunicative past their minimum requirement, which tells me they're probably underpayed, overworked, under-appreciated. Women were operating the registers while minorities made the food. Checked the website; upper management is all white men. I see a pattern here. I have gone to two Firehouse sub locations, both in Madison, and each time I find myself asking "Why did I go here? Oh yeah, I'm pressed for time and this place is on the way," and then I endeavor to not go back. Edit: I checked what firehouse pays hourly @ the register and food prep - I now understand where the minimum effort comes from; it reflects the unsustainable wage they pay their workforce whilst donating thousands to firefighter and law enforcement-related charities. read more

I have tried this restaurant several times. And they continue to disappoint. The service is terrible and the last time they double charged me for order. I called when I realized and the manager told me she saw that and tried to catch me before I left.... but she couldn't do anything over the phone. I went in and was told they don't know anything about it and it would risk her job to correct their mistake. read more

I'm came I at 2:30 on a Sunday it took more than 5 min to take our Order maybe even 10 min and no one was in line in front of us. We were told Twice I will be right with you (that is totally unacceptable) We also had to wait 10 min to get our Subs We couldn't get a Drink while waiting because they were out of ALL Diet Soda The Subs were good But this place is poorly run read more

Went in to make carry out order. What happened to greeting? Ok, waited and waited. 2 people behind counter might I say. Finally 1 calls out another worker in back to come take my order. Made my order. Waiting for my order, waiting still, waiting. Worker calls out order name. Not mine, waiting still. Now I'm like hmm. Another worker comes up with another order. Saw sandwich sitting there and repeat name. Not me. Now says what the order is. Oh, well that's mine. No greeting, long wait, got name all wrong. 3 strikes in 1 outing. Sadly, I came in FULL UNIFORM name tag etc etc. Tough times alright. SUPPORT LOCAL MOM POP SHOPS! read more

I have been a fan of Firehouse for quite some time. Recently I ordered online as I have many, many times and arrived at the time to pick up the sub. I waited for 10+ minutes to allow extra time, even though the store wasn't busy. After waiting awhile, I went up to the counter to check in on my order. Two employees could not find my online order, suggested many, many times that I was at the wrong location or didn't place the order and went to the back to get the manager to help. The manager loudly said she could not be bothered but then came out and was unhelpful and rude. I do understand that an order can get lost, but the rude tone that several employees took with me, including the manager was not acceptable and I will regretfully not return. read more

Arrived yesterday at 7:15p after checking hours (open till 8p). Granted, it was July 4th and it's a pain to have to work but to have the shift manager flat out tell me that there are only 2 staff and it'll take 45 minutes to get food was not the best way to interact. There were only 5 other people in the store and there were in fact 3 staff. It was obvious the shift manager was put out by my walking in the store and didn't want to deal with me. It wasn't so much the message ( we get it, holiday, short staffed, etc) as mush as the delivery. I'll find another place that wants my business. read more