A truly great Italian sub is something of an art form. Done wrong, and they can be overly oily and way too soggy, and without proper layering, proportions, and prepared ingredients, they can be so hard to eat. But done right, they're amazing. A truly great Italian sub is one that prioritizes an acidic flavor profile, and there's also an unbreakable meat rule that makes Italian subs the real deal: Thinly sliced meats are key.
We wanted to know who's serving the best Italian subs in the U.S. for a few reasons. Not only might we give you a heads-up to some great sandwich shops, but we're also going to share what makes some of these so good — and you might just apply some of their tips to your own Italian subs.
