In Rhode Island I grew up on ""grinders"" (the local slang for subs) and Jersey Mike's is the closest substitute I've found for the real thing. Short of finding a real mom-and-pop Italian deli to make sandwiches for you (good luck with that down here...), Jersey Mike's is definitely the way to go. Sandwiches are made to order with fresh bread, and meat and cheese are sliced right before your eyes. The bread is a bit on the soft side compared to the real thing, but that's the only negative I can think of.
Pros: Very good sub joint, surprisingly authentic
Cons: None really
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