This Fan-Creation Is One Of Jersey Mike's Best New Sandwiches Of 2026

Jersey Mike's released several new handhelds this year. From the hot Italian sub to the revived chicken salad, the sammy chain tried to keep customers intrigued. But one of the best Jersey Mike's sandwiches of 2026 is a fan-made invention: the Kitchen Sink.

The behemoth handheld was popularized by Donnie Otero, a Jersey Mike's general manager who goes by @thatcrazysubguy on social media. After seeing a customer order it, Ortero started eating the massive sandwich as well. It uses the shop's Original Italian as the base, which comes with ham, prosciuttini, cappacuolo, salami, pepperoni, and provolone cheese. Then come the customizations. Otero opts for rosemary-Parmesan bread instead of white. The original proteins are joined by bacon, turkey, and roast beef. Plus, the sandwich contains pickles, banana peppers, chopped pepper relish, and chipotle mayo for spice. The general manager also suggests ordering your sub Mike's Way. That typically means having it with onions, lettuce, tomatoes, red wine vinegar, olive oil blend, oregano, and salt. however, Otero recommended light lettuce, no oil, and extra vinegar.

Some commenters lament that the sandwich is likely expensive with all the additional customizations, saying it's a more attainable order for employees. Still, the quality of the ingredients may make it worth the splurge. If you've wondered what really makes Jersey Mike's sandwiches so good, consider the bread that's freshly baked on site every day, the private-label premium meats, and proprietary cheeses. The toppings are also freshly chopped, and the deli meat is sliced to order.

Perhaps unsurprisingly, Donnie Otero hyped the Jersey Mike's Kitchen Sink: "Wow ... This is basically all the cold meats ... on one sandwich, minus the tuna ... It might be a little costly, but trust me: It's worth it." However, this wasn't the only happy customer. "It's definitely messy, but I'm here for it ... that might be pricy, but man, is it good. So many different flavor combinations ... you've gotta love the cherry pepper relish," one Facebook reviewer said.

While the Kitchen Sink lives up to its name by including most of the chain's toppings, some fans still have additional tweaks. "I'd add hot pepper relish, jalapeños, [and] banana peppers and make it completely hot," one YouTube commenter suggested on Otero's video. Another viewer on TikTok reported that a customer at their Jersey Mike's store added extra pickles. You can also request more cheese or extra pepperoni for more savory heat. Some commenters have noted that the sandwich would last them for several meals.

Jersey Mike's offers minimal pairings for its sandwiches. The only true side on the menu is chips. The specific offerings may vary by store, but you can usually find a range of options such as Lays, Doritos, Miss Vickie's, and SunChips. You could also get a side of hot pepper relish for extra heat, or drinks like tea, water, or soda. As far as dessert goes, the chain has chocolate chip cookies, gluten-free snickerdoodles, and brownies.