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I tried four sandwiches on Subway’s newly revamped menu, and now I think the chain is finally turning things around

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  • Subway just introduced a new menu with 12 sandwiches designed to be ordered as-is, without customization.
  • The menu is a departure from Subway’s historical emphasis on customization.
  • This was my best Subway experience, and I think it shows a bright future for the chain. 

Subway just introduced 12 new subs to its menu, along with a major change to its entire business model.Subway new menu

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The new Subway Series is made up of 12 sandwiches designed to be ordered as-is, a departure from Subway’s typical create-your-own model.Subway new menu

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Though it is the largest fast food chain in the world by locations, Subway has struggled with declining sales, restaurant closures, and disgruntled franchisees in recent years.Subway new menu

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In July 2021, the chain completed a massive menu overhaul with more than 20 changes.Subway menu refreshSubway just refreshed its menu.

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Initially, the menu refresh seemed like a flop based on reports from Subway operators who said few customers turned up even with the promise of free sandwiches.Subwaystore refreshSubway store refresh in California

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The menu updates and promotions seemed to work, though. Subway said it beat 2021 US sales expectations by $1.4 billion, and reached its highest average annual sales per restaurant since 2014.Subway menu refreshSubway just refreshed its menu.

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Now almost exactly a year later, Subway is making further menu changes in hopes of continuing positive momentum.Subway new menu

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The new sandwiches come in four groups: Italianos, chicken, clubs, and cheesesteaks.Subway new menu

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I ordered one from each group to test them out.Subway new menu

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All the ingredients on the sandwich are set, but you still pick what type of bread you want, and have the option to adjust ingredients to your taste.Subway new menu

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The menu still seems new to workers, too. As they prepared my sandwiches, I noticed the employees turned around to confirm what ingredients went on each sandwich, and consulted each other to make sure they had it right.Subway new menu

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I took my subs home to try them out.Subway new menu

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I got each sample on a six-inch sub, which still ended up being plenty of food.Subway new menu

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From the cheesesteak section I picked a classic Philly cheesesteak on garlic herb bread.Subway new menu

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It came with steak, provolone, green peppers, and red onions, toasted.Subway new menu

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It was delicious and felt very hearty, a promising start.Subway new menu

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From the Italiano sandwiches, I went with the bella mozza.Subway new menu

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It comes with ham, mozzarella, spinach, tomatoes, red onions, and banana peppers. I again ordered the Italian herb bread.Subway new menu

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The mozzarella was a major highlight, making the sandwich better than any Subway sub I can remember eating.Subway new menu

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I picked the great garlic sandwich from the chicken options after a worker recommended I try roasted garlic aioli.Subway new menu

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I was grateful for her recommendation. It was delicious, with the aioli on rotisserie chicken, bacon, provolone, and vegetables on Italian bread.Subway new menu

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Finally, I also ordered the all-American club with turkey, ham, bacon, American cheese, and vegetables.Subway new menu

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The club was my least favorite of the bunch, and the most like what I usually think of as a Subway sandwich.Subway new menu

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It wasn’t bad, just a bit more bland and unmemorable than the othersSubway new menu

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On the whole, I was quite impressed with Subway’s menu update, and it made me want to visit again and try the others.Subway new menu

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Last year, when I sampled Subway’s menu update, I thought it was okay but not good enough to save the struggling chain.Subway new menu

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This year, my hopes are much higher. 2021’s changes pushed sales up, and the new menu items are an even bigger improvement.Subway new menu

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I think we’re seeing the beginning of a new era for Subway.Subway new menu

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Are you a Subway employee with thoughts on the new menu? Email this reporter at [email protected].


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