This place is awesome!! Forget chain sub shops like Subway. Go there if you want garbage, go to Intermission Deli if you want a great sub! I've been eating there since I was a kid and it's just the best sandwich ever. To be fair though, I've only ever had the #19 Beef Eaters Delight. Except for one time that I was given the wrong sandwich. I didn't say anything though because after 30+ years, maybe I should have tried something different. It was good too but seriously...#19 is the way to go. (I'm a creature of habit, what do ya want from me?) The staff there changes a bit but the owner must know how to hire people because they are always very friendly and appear to be happy working there. And can make a mean sub. I do always feel better when the owner makes my sub though. 99% chance you'll like it no matter who makes it but if you get the boss man...rest easy my friends because you're about to eat some serious food. Is it possible to have a crush on a sandwich shop? Yes. Go there and you'll understand. P.S. Getting the wrong sandwich one time was a total fluke. Stuff happens. read more

They did not listen to our order. Made us a sandwich they wanted. Bad bread, thick white and gummy. Meat was not good! Price was cheap. Be suspicious read more

I have always loved intermission deli. I get a turkey sandwich and absolutely love it every time! The bread is also always incredible. I no longer live in MI and when I go back to visit, I make sure to make it here for lunch. Huge space and I love the chill vibes. read more

Intermission Deli - Delis Near Me - Bay City, Michigan

All the meat seemed fresh with soft bread. Potato soup was great! A nice guy was playing the guitar and singing softly. Not overly loud but created a nice ambiance. Only 4 stars since they don't have a way to hear the subs but by microwave. Ruben was amazing... if if they did forget mine and I had to ask again... oops. read more

Intermission Deli - Potato soup - Delis Near Me - Bay City, Michigan

The shop is in a cool location; a cluster of old buildings near the river front. Staff was super friendly. However, the sub had way too much bread (white bread but maybe I didn't ask about options) and the ham and other meats were very so-so. I wish this was better but both my friend and I ended up tossing the sandwiches. I would skip this place. read more

We did not have a great experience here. The food took forever to make, and when we got the sandwich, there was only two slices of meat on each sandwich and it was all bread. We specifically asked for no onion, and of course they added onion to it. I do not recommend you eat here. I think Subway is better. It's a cool environment and ambience, but the food is not good. Literally the sandwich had two slices of turkey on it. read more

Intermission Deli - Sitting area - Delis Near Me - Bay City, Michigan

I've been coming here for 20 years - last couple of times the quality has gone way downhill. Today was the second time they've given me a sub with one single tomato, sliced so thin that I could see through it, other toppings are very scarce. I'm done - won't be back. read more

I grew up in Saginaw and my go-to sandwich shop would be the Intermission Deli on Bay and State St. I never knew there was a Bay City location until a few years back and I finally got around to trying it out this weekend. Overall, it is as delicious as the one in Saginaw, however has a different interior vibe and for my one visit, slightly less meat on the sub. The good news is that the Bay City location is open on Saturdays. Great place for a great sub! read more

Intermission Deli - Menu with Prices as of Nov. 2022 - Delis Near Me - Bay City, Michigan

Delicious bread, great portions, quick service. The vegetarian sandwich was the best!

I wasn't wowed by the place or food. The soup was average and my sub lacked zing and zip flavor. Seemed more like a simple sandwich with cold cuts - that can be made at home easily. read more

A stand-up spot to get a sub in Bay City that is supporting the local guys rather than big corporations. Sandwiches are a nice size, though sometimes the amount of meat is on the skimpy side. No complaints on the taste and I really like their chip selection. We had a vegetarian's delight (they forgot the sprouts) and the intermission delight, both were good. Service was decent, but nothing to call home about. Decor is lovely as well. I recommend picking up a sandwich here and eating it at Tri-City Brewing with some beers! read more

This is the quintessential Bay City deli stop. You cannot get any better. Great food, even better people. Go...eat...be whole!

The best subs in Bay City! Fresh bread. Perfectly ripe tomatoes. High quality cold cuts. The place isn't too much to look at. You may want to opt for take out. The dining room is large though. Every time we are in town we get Intermission! Our favorites are the Cowboy and the Reuben but I don't think you can go wrong. read more

My wife and I stopped in while in the area shopping. Was really hoping for a true old school deli experience... Fresh breads, fresh meats, grilled Rubens and grilled pastrami sandwiches. Although a nice, clean place with friendly service, wasn't what we thought it would be. This was more like an independant Subway. My "overstuffed sub" had a 1/4" of meat on it. If you're disagreeing with my review.... Visit an authentic deli in Detroit or New York. On a positive note, the Cheesy potato soup was great, as was the service. read more

Intermission Deli - My overstuffed sub - Delis Near Me - Bay City, Michigan

Fresh, Fast great food in a neat old brick building. This is a Super owner run business that cares about their customers and Bay City. Never had a bad sub in 20 yes. Highly recommend. Mike and April M. Thanks read more

Intermission Deli - Intermission Deli. Is the Best!!!! - Delis Near Me - Bay City, Michigan

Ive been going here for about 10 years. Bonnie and her husband, the owners are very sweet. I enjoy taking to both of them very much. The staff has always been really nice. They serve soup as well as the sandwiches, there's a whole list of sandwiches to choose from. Pretty cheap for a deli too in my opinion for what you get! Spacious too, and don't forget to buy a cookie! read more

Great spot! Service was great - cashier was very pleasant. Food is always good. Simple, pleasant atmosphere. Sandwich made quickly, minimal wait. read more

Best subs in town in my opinion. Don does a great job with his deli. Don and his staff (all young people) provide excellent service. They are obviously trained well and being taught the value of hard work and good service. Other businesses in Bay City that hire younger people should ask Don how he trains his staff. They could learn a few things from him. read more

Finally stopped by today. been meaning to after reading reviews and listening to friends rave about it. I ordered the #2 and garden veggie soup.i definitely want to go back and try some different things. definitely want to try the number 18. It seemed like a favorite. Wasn't a super long wait and it was really busy on a sat afternoon.the soup was killer better than the sub which didn't have that much flavor next time I want mayo and horseradish.i really need to give it another chance, because people all really rave about this place it can not be a coincidence and at this rate. (seize fire! ) I like subway more..... read more

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Stop here every time I come into town. I get the number 22 and the number 18. Can't beat it. Nothing else compares.

If you're looking for local, tasty subs that aren't the big name corporate branch, Intermission Deli is right up your alley. On fresh baked bread, these sandwiches are a great lunch option in town! Placed right under the 3rd Street light bridge, between Water and Saginaw Streets, this little deli is in a great location Downtown. The interior is awesome, with black and white floor tiles and tall ceilings. It's a hip little place. There are multiple options for different dietary needs, and a fridge full of drinks too. The prices are fair, and the sizes are worth your buck. read more

You can good a good, cheap homemade sub here. It's within walking distance of many hotels and the riverside. Everything they have is made homemade. I was able to get a 6" sandwich, a can of pop and a cup of soup for only $8 and it was all very good. They also have interesting local chips that I would like to try next time I come. This restaurant is still very much stuck in the 80-90's read more

I've been going to intermission deli for over 20 years and have decided I may be in need of a support group. ..which I will only attend if it is catered by intermission..ha ha. Cowboy subs are a favorite, but have never been disappointed when sharing with friends and their options. Workers..top notch, awesome group. Infact one recently turned me on to adding horseradish so now my addiction is stronger. If given the chance... go, I swear you will be a return customer! read more

Great food and decent prices. Very friendly staff and good atmosphere. We go here often and are never disappointed.

This place is amazing big heavy sub and cheap you definitely couldn't do the Jared diet from this place subway does not compare to the quality here!!! read more

Intermission Deli - Amazing intermission deli sub #18 - Delis Near Me - Bay City, Michigan

The subs are decent but the Saginaw location is cheaper by a couple of bucks per sandwich and is better tasting which makes no sense as they are the same restaurant. Also, the employees at the Bay location literally never change their gloves which isn't very appealing, especially after watching them answer phones and handle money while simultaneously complaining about having laryngitis. read more

I've only been here a couple times because I'm new to the area, but I'll definitely be back many more times in the future. The soups are great, especially the cheese tortellini. broccoli cheese, and vegetable soups. I don't eat meat, but am told by the friends I went to lunch with that the other soups are all excellent as well. The veggie subs are great, but I substitute guacamole instead of the Italian dressing/oil they typically use. All the sandwiches are quite large for a reasonable price. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating each time I visted. UPDATE: I just recently had the tomato spinach soup. I am now hooked on this place any day they have this soup available! It is hands down the best soup they have to offer. read more

WOW! I just went for the first time and it was amazing! I had a 6 inch with ham, bologna, and salami with all the fixings! No mayo needed. The Italian dressing is delicious. I can't wait to go back and try more! read more

Good bread, which is the basis of a good sandwich. But a hot sandwich in a microwave? Blasphemy! Invest in a panini press and your hot pastrami on rye would be over the top. read more

Best damn subs in the Tri-Cities. Hands down.

Hey girl. My man Don has been filling my belly with deliciousness for over 20 years. I must have eaten at least 100 pounds of smoked turkey since I was a pup. As a cold sandwich addict I can't recommend a better deli, in Michigan or anywhere else. The staff is a friendly hip crew, there's always local art on the walls and they have green olives! Stop going to the chains and eat at a local favorite. read more

Good place to pick up a foot long sub for lunch, but they close by 4:00 in the afternoon. Subs will come in either 6 or 12 inches, with the 12 incher costing around $6.50. They have good service but it's usually high school or college aged kids working in there, and the owner kind of looks like an old hippie, but he's pretty cool. read more

Intermission deli (Bay City location) is awesome. My favorite sandwich is the Cajun Turkey, and favorite soups are the Tomato Bisque and Chicken Enchilada. Best sandwich in Bay City :) read more

Great deli. My favorite lunch place in Bay City. Great sandwiches. Huge variety. Soups are good too, though some a bit heavy. Service is the best. Friendly, accommodating, fast. Prices are reasonable. read more

After growing up on intermission for several years it is the first place we return to whenever we visit Bay City!

Came up for the 4th of July fireworks and stopped in. Amazing subs,soups and bread!! You need to stop in if you'll ever passing through Bay City!! read more

This is the best deli in Bay City. There is also a location in Saginaw. I used to live in Bay City and ate here often. Now whenever I come back I have to stop here for lunch. All of the meats are sliced fresh everyday and the bread is delicious. I ordered the Intermission Delight (ham, salami, Bologna, genoa, mortadella, capicolla, pastrami, roast beef & cheese on wheat bread. It was amazingly good! However my eyes were bigger than my stomach (I ordered the 12" but should have ordered the 6"). I was just too excited about how good this was going to be. I will eat the other half in a few hours. read more

Good fresh food and the most delicious rye bread. They always have homemade soups. The Owner and staff is friendly. Always go here when I am craving a sub. read more

This place blows Subway out of the water. The bread is nice and soft, the meat and vegetables are fresh. They have amazing soups with great flavor. The building is a nice place to sit down and have lunch. If you are in downtown Bay City you have to stop here for lunch. read more

Friendly delivery people and phone order personnel. Food is very good, and lots of choices. Particularly, I have enjoyed the variety of soups that they offer weekly. Especially in light of this lovely polar vortex we have been experiencing. Thanks for meeting my lunchtime needs Intermission! read more