I Tried The 10 Most Popular Firehouse Subs, And Here’s The One I’ll Order Again

When it comes to sub sandwiches, Firehouse Subs has gained a reputation for offering hearty, flavor-packed options. As a first-time customer, I took on the challenge of trying the 10 most popular Firehouse Subs, ranking each one based on flavor, texture, and overall satisfaction.

While many subs were tasty, there was one standout that I would definitely order again. Let’s dive in and rank them from worst to best, explaining the details of each sub along the way.

The 10 Most Popular Firehouse Subs, Ranked

10. New York Steamer

• Ingredients: Corned beef brisket, pastrami, provolone, deli mustard, mayo, Italian dressing
• Calories: ~720
  The New York Steamer sounds like a dream for meat lovers, but the corned beef brisket and pastrami fell short in texture, being chewy and stringy. Although the Italian dressing added a nice acidity, the overall flavor was unremarkable. This sub could have been much better if the meat had been more tender.

9. Smokehouse Beef & Cheddar Brisket

• Ingredients: Smoked beef brisket, melted cheddar, BBQ sauce, mayo
• Calories: ~800
  While brisket is usually a fan favorite, the Smokehouse Beef & Cheddar Brisket missed the mark. It was overly sauced, drowning out the brisket’s natural flavor. The BBQ sauce was too sweet, and the brisket lacked that rich, smoked flavor you’d expect.

8. Sweet And Spicy Meatball

• Ingredients: Italian meatballs, melted provolone, zesty marinara, hot pepper sauce, red pepper flakes
• Calories: ~850
  This sub offered a twist on the classic meatball sub with its combination of sweet and spicy flavors. However, the balance between sweetness and spice felt off, leaning more towards sweet. It left me wanting more spice to counterbalance the sugary taste of the marinara.

7. Engineer

• Ingredients: Smoked turkey breast, melted Swiss, sautéed mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, deli mustard
• Calories: ~710
  The Engineer sub’s blend of smoked turkey and mushrooms was interesting, but the sandwich fell short due to the mushrooms, which tasted canned rather than fresh. The warm ingredients combined with the condiments made it feel too heavy, and the Swiss didn’t provide enough flavor contrast.

6. Turkey Bacon Ranch

• Ingredients: Smoked turkey, bacon, sharp cheddar, onion, lettuce, tomato, mayo, peppercorn ranch dressing
• Calories: ~720
  While Turkey Bacon Ranch is popular, it was underwhelming. The combination of mayo and ranch seemed redundant and muted the flavors, making the sub taste blander than expected. The bacon, which should have been a star, didn’t stand out.

5. Club On A Sub

• Ingredients: Smoked turkey, honey ham, bacon, Monterey Jack, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, deli mustard
• Calories: ~800
  The Club on a Sub offers the classic turkey and ham combo with a touch of bacon. While the flavor was decent, the sub was quite heavy due to the warm condiments. It tasted too indulgent for a club sandwich, which is typically lighter and fresher.

4. Hook & Ladder

• Ingredients: Smoked turkey, honey ham, Monterey Jack, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, deli mustard
• Calories: ~800
  The Hook & Ladder is a simple, satisfying sub, but the overwhelming sweetness from the honey ham and bread detracted from its appeal. It’s a solid option, but there are better choices.

3. Firehouse Steak & Cheese

• Ingredients: Sautéed steak, melted provolone, caramelized onions, bell peppers, mayo, deli mustard
• Calories: ~800
  The Firehouse Steak & Cheese delivers on texture and flavor, with the sautéed steak and caramelized onions blending nicely with the provolone and bell peppers. The bread was a bit sweet, but overall, it’s a strong contender for a flavorful sub experience.

2. Firehouse Meatball

• Ingredients: Italian meatballs, melted provolone, zesty marinara
• Calories: ~850
  For a traditional meatball sub, the Firehouse Meatball comes through with great flavor. The meatballs had a good texture, and the provolone melted nicely into the marinara. The only downside was that the cheese cooled quickly, becoming waxy.

1. Italian (The Best Sub!)

• Ingredients: Genoa salami, pepperoni, honey ham, melted provolone, Italian dressing, seasonings, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, deli mustard
• Calories: ~910
  It’s no surprise that the Italian is Firehouse’s most popular sub. The combination of pepperoni, salami, ham, and provolone creates a perfect balance of savory and spicy flavors, with the Italian dressing adding a tangy kick. This sub is satisfying and flavorful, making it the clear winner.

Firehouse Subs Nutritional Comparison Table

Sub Name	Calories	Fat (g)	Protein (g)	Sodium (mg)
New York Steamer	720	34	35	2,400
Smokehouse Beef & Cheddar	800	36	41	2,610
Sweet & Spicy Meatball	850	40	43	2,350
Engineer	710	27	45	2,320
Turkey Bacon Ranch	720	35	42	2,540
Club on a Sub	800	37	44	2,580
Hook & Ladder	800	34	43	2,420
Firehouse Steak & Cheese	800	34	43	2,600
Firehouse Meatball	850	40	42	2,560
Italian	910	45	47	2,700

Conclusion:

After trying the 10 most popular subs at Firehouse, the Italian clearly emerged as the best choice, thanks to its flavorful combination of pepperoni, salami, ham, and Italian dressing.

The blend of savory and tangy flavors, paired with melted provolone, made it a standout sandwich. If you’re stopping by Firehouse, the Italian sub is definitely worth ordering again!

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