The word “sub” is used in California - although what Subway makes is not what I would consider a subway sandwich. Theirs are horrible (the one near me closed).
I think it’s all in the quality of the ingredients, especially the bread - high quality meats and cheeses too, and the sauce of course, and a good vinaigrette to finish it off.
Getting ideas for today’s lunch - have several really good local places nearby that know how to make a sub correctly.
We have Subway, Jersey Mike’s, Firehouse, Longboard Larry’s (local), and Jimmy John’s..................
Yup- the bread is key- gotta be Chewy, but not overly so. I’ve had so many horrible subs that were made with light airy bread- I jusy end up eating everything but the bread. Fresh ingredients help a lot too, especially if the tomatoes are really ripe and juicy.