I haven't had Mr Submarines in years! Maybe 8 years! And while it isnt exactly what I remember, it was still pretty good. The appearance out the outside looks very clean and inviting with a glass window to see into the kitchen. I got there around 1145 on a Thursday and only two people were in line. By the time I ordered, the line was at 12 people. But they get your food out to you very quickly. I ordered my food and the women were so accommodating and polite to me especially when I had questions. I ordered the Value meal #2 with a 7in sub, chips and a Dr Pepper soda as well as a cream of chicken soup. The sub was so fresh with crispy lettuce, their sub sauce and their cheese which is a blend of white American cheddar and Swiss, ugh I have missed this place! The crema of chicken was a little saltier than I'd like but still very good. Overall a great place! Highly recommend! read more

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Super Fast, Fresh Ingredients, Great Price I get the Meatball usually Today I got Turkey Bacon and Cheese read more

Mr Submarine - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Last week I had the opportunity to go to Mr. submarine for lunch while I was working in the office. I have been going here for lunch ever since I moved to Chicago and I can say this is the closest sandwich place. I've been able to find similar to the bodegas in New York. The sandwiches taste amazing and they are reasonably priced especially for a store in the loop area. I always get the turkey sub on a hero and I can say that you definitely get your moneys worth for the size. If you're ever looking to get a sandwich in the loop area, I would highly recommend going to Mr Submarine. read more

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Can't speak on ambiance or service as I ordered from Uber Eats. Noticed Uber eats had a BOGO for Mr. Submarine, so I got BOGO from Mr. Submarine. Ordered the roast beef because that was the vibe of the day, and the vibe of the day was the right choice on this day because the sandwich met my expectations. How I remember and describe Mr. Submarine is exactly that; it met my expectations. Fresh bread, but nothing great = 3 stars. Fresh deli meat and veggies, but nothing unique = 3 stars. Mr. Submarine will provide you with a sandwich that fills your stomach and silence your mouth. No complaints, no complements. read more

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my coworker, who's really into Arby's (which should be illegal), recommended Mr. Submarine. I should've known what I was in for. Here's how it went down. First off, the cashier was fantastic--super friendly and welcoming. The sub? It arrived almost instantly, like they had it ready before I even ordered. And at $9.20 for a king-sized sub, it was a bargain. But let's talk about the sub itself. I had seen pictures of their ham beforehand, and it looked iffy. Spoiler: it was even worse in person. The ham was like they raided the bargain bin at the deli--pretty gross. On the bright side, the tomatoes and onions were fresh, and they didn't skimp on the napkins. The bread was soft and decent, which was nice. But the ham? Total disaster. I've had better meat from 7/11. In summary: if you want friendly service and a fast, cheap bite, Mr. Submarine's got you covered. But if you care about what's inside your sub, you might want to look elsewhere. Even Subway is better than this, and there are definitely better options out there. read more

Mr Submarine - Mr sub king size - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Place was pretty much empty when I came. It's a diner theme with red, black and white everywhere. The place isn't spotless, but cleaner than places like this typically are. There's old school ceiling fans helping circulate the air conditioning so it feels great inside. They actually have a good amount of seating as well so you know this place has probably been around forever. The menu misses some key items they have at other franchises like a gyro cheeseburger. Instead they just have a "steakburger" which I'm assuming is chopped steak. I settled for a gyro sub. Shortly after sitting down I heard what sounded like a microwave start up the start buzzing which is never good. My gyro sub was ready about two minutes later for a total of about 3-4 minutes to make which if you know how to cook is scary. They definitely microwaved the meat. The sandwich was just ok. Nothing really stood out. The gyro meat had some salty patches and then some black peppery patches. To be honest I thought the entire thing would be low-grade salty meat on the verge of expiring, but they surpassed expectations. The sub featured tzatziki sauce, tomatoes and onions. The tzatziki sauce was not only watery, but barely noticeable which makes you miss that distinct taste. Price wise you're looking at $7.25 for a regular sub. If you're into quick, microwaved food then this is the place otherwise there's plenty of better spots. read more

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Sandwiches were fresh, staff was kind and service was fast. When you want a hoagie type sub downtown this is the place to go.

To be honest, some other reviewer mentioned that after consuming the sandwich, they feel a little nauseous kind of weird because don't know if it was just power of suggestion, but I put oil and vinegar on the sub and I also felt a little queasy after bite into it, I'm not sure what it is, but nevertheless I can't say I totally recommend it. Sorry Mr. submarine read more

Food is still good. Prices kind of steep tho. I do understand they are in the downtown area. Italian beefs are delicious and the hamburger sub. read more

Classic subs with great prices and combos. You're not getting anything fancy here but it's a Loop classic for a quick bite to eat that won't bust your wallet. The gyros are surprisingly good. Be prepared for a lunch rush if you go during peak times. read more

I have no idea where these negative reviews are coming from - this place is fantastic. I was very hesitant at the 3.5 star rating but this location is close to my office and I was on a time crunch. The turkey sandwich was fantastic, fresh, delicious, prepared in under 4 minutes, and cost $6.41 for the 7". The staff was very friendly! Will definitely come back here! read more

Sandwich was just ok, nothing special about. I had the Italian sub with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, Mayo, and the cold cuts. The bread was a bit hard for my taste, and the sesame seeds adding a different taste!to the sub. The service was ok, and they were quiet busy, with the indoor dinning. read more

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$20 for two meals? And it was done within seconds after ordering?!?! I 100000% recommend this location & Mr.Sub overall read more

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I was scrolling along downtown on my lunch break looking for something good to eat. Bam smack to my surprise there was Mr. Submarine. I haven't eaten at this place in a long time. This use to be my go to place after a night out of partying with my friends. Actually, I prefer Mr. Submarine over Subway, Jimmy Johns and Potbelly. I had a ham & cheese sub with chips and a drink for like $6.00 and some change. You can't beat that price especially in downtown Chicago. During lunch hour the line was long but the staff moved quickly to make sure everyone in line was served and out the door. I love their bread it is so soft and fresh. The whole quality of a sub made freshly with just enough mayo, loads of meat, cheese etc it's good enough for me. Quick Service & Inexpensive lunch deals is a plus in my book. read more

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Great value and great food! I grew up with Mr. Sub and it is great to have a loop location. Have taken multiple coworkers here who love it.

I grew up eating Mr Submarine's Mr Sub in the 80's and the flavors haven't changed a bit.. Mr submarine makes an amazing sandwich.... 12/31/2022 read more

Mr Submarine - Mr Sub..... Delicious - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I ordered a sub (the Mr. Sub) for pickup. It is just around the block from my office so I thought I would give it a shot. My first time eating from here. It isn't the most exciting thing to write home about, but service was quick, friendly, and the prices are reasonable. I do like the bread. It reminds me of the subs my mom would bring home after work when I was growing up in Green Bay in the 90's. (Not a dis. The subs were good and fit the bill, as did Mr Submarine. I'm just going to have to try different things on the menu.) read more

Excelente servicio, y los sándwiches deliciosos, los papitas con ajo están muy ricas! Definitivamente lo recomiendo y regresaremos pronto.

Where else can you go to get a decent lunch for under $6 in this economy. If you work in the loop, and got a taste for a sub, this place is worth the trip. For a little over $5, you get a 7" (Any) sub, cup of soup or chips and a medium drink. Don't let the long lines scare you, they are pretty quick on making your sub. If you're lucky, you may catch them handing out lunch deal coupons during lunch hours, which can give you more bang for your buck. read more

WOW! Mr. Submarine is an absolute no-frills location. Yes, the interior doesn't look like much - it doesn't need to. With prices below $6 or $7 (depending on what you get), you're making the right choice by coming here. I used to come here for (2) Italian Subs for $6. WHAT?! Insane, and it was good. It's not a ton of meat or anything but it's delicious, comes out quick, and most of all... super affordable. Also, the bread is nice and toasty. Not sure if they're still doing this deal though. Great prices especially for the Downtown location as well. read more

When I want a good deal on a sandwich, this is where I come for lunch. I don't know how they do it, but somehow they stay in business selling delicious, loaded sandwiches for under $5. Last time I came here, I got the steakburger sandwich. When you stand in line, they shout to you to get your order before you're even at the window. This keeps the line moving quickly, which is important since the shop isn't that big and it's pretty popular. The sandwich itself was surprisingly delicious and just filling enough. The burger is nice and thick and they put a few slices of melty cheese on it so it tastes just like a normal burger. When hungry and on a budget, choose Mr Submarine! read more

I'm very disappointed in this Mr submarine. I ordered through ubereats an called up there,because irs was a mistake on my order. The guy hung up on me,saying he couldn't find my order. My order wasn't picked up yet. Then when I got it ,it was still wrong. I usually give this place 5 stars. read more

Truly an inexpensive, no-frills, fast spot for lunch. Mr. Submarine is a local chain that serves deli-style cold and hot sandwiches, as well as Chicago hot dogs. This location is very busy around lunch, but I must say it operates like a well-oiled machine. The ordering process is swift and I have received my sandwich in as fast as 30 seconds before. Some reviewers have complained about the customer service, that it feels rushed or inhospitable, I have not experienced that before and actually enjoy how mechanical it can be. Some of us just want the sandwich, exactly how it comes, without additions or substitutions or questions, and that's it. The sandwiches themselves are just okay. I feel as if I could probably make something similar at home. I must say though that they do use good bread (Turano, I think), and some of the meats are Vienna. They also serve Chicago hot dogs here and they are surprisingly good. They have other items like Italian beef, chili and others that I haven't tried. The best thing about Mr. Submarine, aside from its story/history, is perhaps the price. In the vast Loop where lunches exceed $10 on average, Mr. Sub offers many under $10 choices that include a drink and chips, as well as single sandwiches for under $5. By doing this, it's a lunchtime oasis for everyday folks that don't want to spend too much but still want to eat out and have a good portion of food. read more

My husband went to get us two sandwiches today and the cashier's attitude was awful. He asked her a simple question (instead of two small pops, can he get one big one pop); as I did not want a pop so why waste it. Instead of giving a simple answer; maybe even pleasantly saying that is not an option. The cashier replied, "don't you see the sign says no substitutions!" I mean it's not what you say, but how you say it (Simple elementary school etiquette). We patronize this business often and this is not the first time, the cashier was rude with her response. As of today, they have lost two customers. You don't have to be harsh when responding to those spending money in your establishment. I did give it a two stars because the food is decent! read more

I think I just forced myself to scarf down the worst sub of my life. I walked in and ordered the Mr Sub with everything on it on the recommendation of my manager. I took about 30-45 seconds for my sub to be prepared and it cost $3.11. There was no long line (surpise surprise). The meat tasted very bland and the cheese was very untasty. If it wasn't for the onions, there would have been no taste at all. I have gone to Mr. Submarine before and I don't remember it tasting that bad. Maybe I will try the roast beef or turkey sub if there is a next time read more

I came across this place as I was walking home today day after work and have been wanting to try it - so I stopped over to grab a sandwich for lunch today and it was... just ok. Décor: There is not much to this place. It is small, has a handful of tables and is pretty much all business (order and leave, or stay and eat). But that is not really a bad thing if you are just grabbing and heading somewhere else to eat. It's well-lit and looks very clean (despite the outdated signage and registers). Bathroom: not for customers Staff: They had three lines going and several sandwich makers in the back - all of who lead to EXTREMELY FAST SERVICE! I am being 100% honest when I say that they MOVE customers there. I waited in line for approx. 2mins before ordering. After I received my change I turned away, took two steps to the side to get out of the next persons way, turned back toward the counter and my cashier was yelling at me to take my sandwich. It's THAT fast. I couldn't believe it. Food: I had a Super Sub and it was just ok. Size was no joke, it had TONS of meat and was HUGE (length) but there was just something lacking about it. Maybe it needs mayo and mustard, maybe it was just too much meat (throwing off the whole sandwich ratio) but there was just something off about it. It tasted cheap, which leads me to... Value: This place is super cheap. You can easily spend at or below $10 and be totally full. However, the quality seems to reflect the price. While I wasn't wowed by the sandwich it was cheap and decent. Perhaps I'll give it another try in the future. read more

I was on my way to Pot Belly's...and bumped into a co-worker on the way to lunch. I asked where he was going and he told me Mr. Submarine. I am not from Chicago and only visit on business so I had not heard of the place. I was about to continue on my way when he told me he had just discovered it and had been eating there for the past two weeks! I wondered how this could be... We walked up to the unassuming front door and once we entered I was amazed my the level of activity we witnessed. There was shouting, ringing from the register and a high level of energy. The lines were moving fast and fairly orderly. I was in and out in less than 5 minutes with my sandwich, chips and drink for cheap! I wasn't overly impressed with my Mr. Submarine sub...being there signature sub I have my doubts about other choices. When speed is a necessity I might hit them up again...but I won't be eating here for two weeks in a row. The sub was only average. read more

Mr Submarine - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Wow, this specific location has been around forever. I remember seeing this place as I walked down from the Washington/Wells Brown Line stop almost 15-years ago. The inside is very "retro" -- it doesn't seem they have renovated. The chairs, tables and even menu look old-school. But who cares? It adds to the vibe of this place. What I like about the sandwiches here is the simplistically simple (yes, I said that) choices... none of this gazillion ingredients nonsense, but simple items like cheese, onion, shredded lettuce (LOVE!), tomato, and mustard. The bread is soft, the portions are large and cheap. I got my sandwich for under $8, which is a "bargain" in downtown! Yes, I can get a cheaper sandwich at the Subway restaurants, but I think this is definitely worth the price. Check it out if you are near by! read more

mr submarine is not american anymore . If you know the place on cicero , price is up 5 50 and they forget the oil and cheese and barely speak english!!!!!!!!!dump read more

Looking for a cheap meal? Looking for a cheaper meal with coupons? Looking for a cheaper meal with coupons that's really fast? Mr. Submarine is the answer. If you're leaving the Washington and Wells station, you will find yourself rounding the stairs to run into a man who will be handing out lots of Mr. Submarine coupons. Take them! Unlike other people who said they hated receiving the coupons, I had to accost this guy for my coupon. Maybe it was because I wasn't walking quickly away from him so that I did not catch his eye immediately. Maybe he only targets people trying to avoid him. I paid less than $5 with tax for a 7" corned beef sandwich, fountain drink, and bag of chips. That's a steal for downtown. The corned beef sandwich was cold despite how I asked for it to be warm. Yes, the bread is very chewy like what other reviewers said. Yes, the corned beef isn't the best in that it lacks texture and is made of cold cuts. At least the sandwich came with shredded lettuce, tomato and mayo. It hit the spot. And come on, a drink and chips on the side for that price with the coupon? Awesome. I must mention that the service was super fast. By the time I was trying to put my change in my wallet, my sandwich was ready. Then again, I went during an offpeak lunchtime. FYI, they serve RC here if you want your big soda caffeine fix. read more

Mr Submarine - Half of the 7" hot corned beef sub. - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ordered a chicken breast sub, chicken salad, and chicken noodle soup. The soup was good, the chicken tasted a bit weird and the salad was okay. read more

This is my favorite place for cheesy sub sandwiches in the downtown area. Hey, it's definitely not health food... no doubt there. But if you want a really good tasting King size sub that will stuff your stomach, this is one of the best. Only two suggestions. I wish they had Coke or Pepsi soft drinks instead of RC. But I usually take it to go, and don't get a drink. Also, I wish they didn't charge so much for the hot peppers. I always get the giardinera on the side, because sometimes they don't drain the oil in this and then you sandwich is swimming in oil. On the side works well. I must say that a sandwich this good and with bread this good for this price in the loop is a rarity. This place has got to be one of the top value fast food joints in downtown. read more

Super quick especially during lunch rush... opted to try it out versus going to jersey mikes which is also good... but this place holds its own for sure. Again if you're a rush and need to grab and go... you get to order but literally out the door within 3-5 minutes of ordering... especially if you order Mr. Sub and don't customize much like I do... I walked in at 12:30 and was handed my sandwich by 12:36 right after I paid. So taken back how quick everything was. Lunch combo under $6, including drink and chips and like I said definitely worth checking it out. There are coupons too! So definitely can get a full lunch for just shy of $5... not bad at all! read more

Mr Submarine - Simple menu but all the great staples for a well crafted sub! - Sandwiches Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This shop is one of the reasons I enjoy Mr. Submarine. Came in for lunch, and they had the process down to a science. They had many subs prepared partially so by the time you order, they're already halfway done and you can be out the door quickly. Great food, and zoomin' fast service. . And what can I say about the food? Yum! My wife and I really like the roast beef which is well made. read more

Tried Mr. Submarine chicken salad for lunch & it was good... a bit pricey, but overall good. It's not my new go to place for salad, but I like that I can grab a salad for breakfast as opposed to a sandwich (price was just shy of $9) read more

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Mr. Submarine is the place to go when you want two sandwiches for $6. They're not going to blow your mind, but you're going to have two days worth of lunch for less than a single lunch most other places. The sandwich overall is pretty great. It's not an oven-toasted masterpiece, but if you bought some Italian bread at a deli and a few pieces of deli meat, you'd whip up something similar. I'd definitely recommend it as a place to go if you're looking to do lunch on the cheap. read more

Mr. Suuuubmarine! Ah, yes, the low-rent ads from my youth have been blaring in my head for nigh on twenty years. At long last I acted on that burning desire to stuff myself with greazy, filthy goodness, and let me tell you it was awesome. Noon in the Loop is disgusting. Every damn place you go to is packed. Mr. Submarine was overflowing with polo-clad, thirty-somethings clamoring for their hoagies, and more than once I had to stick a broad in the abdomen to keep my place in line. Hey, I'm from Waukegan. I play for keepz. Anywho, I ordered the gyros sub, regular size, sandwich only. Cost? 2.79 before the city got its cut. That is a deal, son! You can't get food like that, on the quick, for such a small grip o' bones! And check it: They got PATIO SEATING. Sure, it's right under the El tracks and you're really crammed in the patio, but it's out of doors and tyght in every way, shape, and form. Let me level with you: You check out Mr. Submarine if you want a real urban, gritty, hard-boiled sub experience. Otherwise I hear there's a Potbelly nearby, you wuss. read more

We all love Mr. Submarine, Mr. Submarine, Mr. Submarine.... Needed a quick bite before heading to German class (speaking German on an empty stomach, no thank you!) so I popped into Mr. Submarine right off the Washington/Wells el stop. It's been a very long time since a Mr. Sub stop (I used to frequent the one on Fullerton when I would donate blood at Lifesource)...so this seemed like an AOK, semi-local option for a fast meal. In and out within 3 minutes, a freshly made turkey sub with cheese, lettuce, tomato on still soft french bread (not easy to achieve at 5pm, I'd guess), and served sweetly by a girl and guy at the counter. Only complaint was that it was a bit on the heavy side, and was covered in oil at the bottom by the time I got to my destination a few blocks away. Next time I'd get it without the "sauce" and just get mustard/mayo, but that's my own personal preference. Oh, and all for $3.62. Can't beat the price for a downtown sandwich. read more

TWO huge Italian sub sandwiches for $4.97 (which includes tax). In the Chicago downtown area, this is unheard of (at least by me!). But now that I know about this place, I am coming back here repeatedly! The sandwich had a sufficient amount of meat and cheese. The veggies were seasoned very well and the sandwich lasted me about three meals! The bread for the sandwich never got soggy. Way better than Subway subs. read more

I'm a bit surprised that I like the food here so much. This place is old school. Sandwiches are ordered at a counter and they come with the basics (cheese, onion, lettuce, tomato, mustard) and that's it. Service isn't terribly friendly but you know what...? The sandwiches here are actually pretty good. The bread is soft, the portions are large and cheap and it's better than Subway by a good margin. read more