Firehouse Subs is a new sub shop in Uptown New West. It started in Florida in 1994 and has grown to over 1,200 locations in several countries, including seven around Greater Vancouver.
I was walking by the other day and stopped in for a bite.
It’s not quite like Subway, with the toppings spread out in front of you, at least not at this location.
I went with the featured sub, a Maple Bourbon Brisket. They didn’t ask about customizations, only whether I wanted medium or large. I assume you can customize here like at Subway.
I think this is a better sub than anything I’ve had at Subway. I took a good look at the brisket, and it appeared to be decent quality. The bun was fresh and nicely toasty, and the toppings and sauces came together well.
At $17, though, it’s a little on the pricey side. Throw in a beverage and a bit of a tip, and you’re up to 25 bucks pretty quickly. Honestly, I can think of better ways to spend that much on lunch.
If you’re in a hurry or you’re a sub lover, Firehouse Subs is a good choice for you. I’ll stick with a Schwartz’s Montreal smoked meat on rye next time, though.
6/10