Popular Jimmy John's Menu Items, Ranked Worst To Best

The popular sub shop Jimmy John's was founded in 1983, and since then, they've given other chains like Subway a run for their money. Even though the company has been involved in some food poisoning scandals, it continues to be an appealing chain in college towns and other spots across 43 U.S. states. But don't think you can walk in the door treating this place like just another Subway; you need to know about some of the different options before you make a decision.

That's why we've picked out some of the most popular items on the Jimmy John's menu so you can get a better idea of what's on offer. But even better than that, we've decided to rank them as well. We'll start with the worst of the bunch and make our way to our favorites. That way, you'll have a better idea of what you want to order the next time you visit this sandwich chain.

Let's take a closer look at what you should try and what you should avoid when you're eating at Jimmy John's.

Since we already mentioned that we don't like the roast beef at Jimmy John's, it shouldn't surprise you to see which sandwich nabbed the second-worst spot on our list: the Hunter's Club. That's because it too heavily features roast beef. Mayo, tomato, and lettuce are added to this one as well, but it also gets a slight boost of flavor from a slice of provolone cheese. While it may seem like just a little bit of cheese would be insignificant, it really does make a difference in this sub. The flavor of the cheese is strong, and the creaminess adds an extra layer of texture into the mix.

That being said, the cheese definitely doesn't make this sandwich worth ordering. With so many other more delicious offerings on the Jimmy John's menu, we don't know why you would even consider this one. But if you were forced to choose between the Hunter's Club and the Big John, we'd certainly choose the former every time.

When you're ordering a sandwich or another savory meal from one of your favorite restaurants, you may want to top off the meal with something sweet. There's nothing more enjoyable than finishing a dinner you love and then following it with a bite of your favorite dessert. Luckily for you, Jimmy John's has a few dessert options if you don't want to make another trip just for the sweet stuff. The one dessert option that we really don't like, though? The oatmeal raisin cookie.

This might be a controversial opinion, but oatmeal raisin cookies are kind of depressing in the first place. You always think they have chocolate chips in them, then you take a bite and are sorely disappointed. The oatmeal raisin cookie at Jimmy John's is no different, and it's dry to boot. What you're left with is a depressing dessert that will make you wish you had kept a box cake mix in your pantry.

Life is too short to eat subpar cookies, so we suggest skipping over the oatmeal raisin variety the next time a Jimmy John's run is in order.

Does it come as a surprise that we don't really love a sandwich called the Ultimate Porker? We admit that it doesn't taste bad — after all, when you put bacon on just about anything, it's going to taste better than it did before. But that doesn't mean you should drop what you're doing so you can visit your local Jimmy John's and order this sandwich. Besides bacon, it includes ham, lettuce, and tomato. There is also some mayo that's spread on the bun to give you a touch of acidity and some creaminess as well.

While there are some things about this sandwich we love, we think that two different types of pork make this menu item kind of overwhelming. There's just so much rich, salty meat that you may not be able to finish the whole thing. At the same time, it probably would have been better if there had been more cheese in place of all that meat.

Overall, this might have been a solid sandwich choice if it weren't for the fact that it's so heavy, but you can try it and judge for yourself if you tend to like things meaty.

Here's another roast beef classic for you: the Bootlegger Club. When you order this sub, you'll get a sandwich that's stacked high with both roast beef and also sliced turkey. Of course, we're not really fans of the roast beef at Jimmy John's, so that's why this item didn't rank any higher in our list. But we have to admit that the turkey largely makes up for the lack of flavor and texture you're getting in the roast beef. When they come together, they're not great, but they're not really bad either. They basically just taste like your average cold cuts.

As you might expect by this point, this sandwich is also going to come with lettuce, tomato, and mayo. Choose from French bread, wheat bread, or even a lettuce bun that will help you stick to your low-carb commitments. You can add on some other free toppings as well, which we think makes a big difference in this sandwich specifically. You need something fresh and interesting to offset all that meat, after all!

Sometimes when you go out to eat, you want to nosh on one of your favorite classic dishes. If that's what you're looking for in your Jimmy John's experience, you might want to consider ordering the J.J.B.L.T. Yes, this is your average B.L.T, but Jimmy John's attempts to take it to the next level by using a lot — and yes, we mean a lot — of bacon. This sandwich is stacked so high with bacon, you may not even know what to do with it at first. Attack it from the side? Go in for the kill from the front? What's the best way to eat one of these things?

Of course, bacon steals the show, but that doesn't mean it's the only player in this sub. As you might expect, lettuce and tomato play a crucial role, as does the mayo, which really brings this entire sandwich experience together. While we do think that you're probably capable of making your own B.L.T. at home that won't taste too far off from this one, we still think it's a solid option if you're out on the go and want to grab a tasty sandwich.

Sure, the oatmeal raisin cookie from Jimmy John's was not our favorite, but that doesn't mean you have to write off the chain's dessert options completely. Okay, there aren't actually that many dessert options, but you don't have to settle for a lackluster oatmeal raisin cookie when you can just snag yourself a chocolate chip cookie instead. Sounds better already, doesn't it?

Even though the oatmeal raisin cookie is dry, crumbly, and disappointing to take a bite of, you're definitely not going to have the same experience when you choose a chocolate chip cookie from Jimmy John's. These cookies are actually quite moist, and they have that soft cookie feel you know you love. You have the option of ordering just one, or you can get enough to share with your whole family after you finish your meal. And since this dessert option is available at Jimmy John's itself, you know you won't have to make a separate trip just to get something sweet. What's not to love about that? If you need to answer your sweet tooth's longings, this is the way to do it.

A few years ago, it was hard to find any veggie options at all at most fast food and fast casual joints. In just a matter of a few years, though, the tide has totally turned. Now, you can find veggie options at a ton of chains both across the country and around the world. Luckily for all the veggie lovers out there, Jimmy John's is no exception. The Veggie is their answer to the meat-free crowd, and we actually think it's a pretty delicious option if that's what you're into.

The main ingredient that makes this sandwich special is the avocado. While you won't find it in many Jimmy John's sandwiches, it makes an appearance here, providing just the right amount of fattiness that you would otherwise get from meat. That avocado is combined with provolone cheese (sorry, vegans), lettuce, tomato, and cucumber. That may not seem like a lot of ingredients, but they really pile this one high, so you know you're getting your money's worth.

Of course, it may not be as flavorful as the meat-filled options on the Jimmy John's menu, and we wish you could add a meat substitute like Tofurkey to the sandwich. But even absent that option, we'd order The Veggie again.

Here is when we start getting into some of the more interesting flavors on the Jimmy John's menu. Let's begin with the Italian Night Club. Before we say anything else, we will mention that this is a great sandwich to end the night with. If you're coming home after a few drinks out, this sandwich is just what you've been looking for. That's because it's packed with all kinds of strong but delicious ingredients, including salami, capicola, and smoked ham. Yes, that's a lot of meat all in one sandwich, but it's balanced pretty well, and none of it overpowers the flavor of the other.

The mayo, lettuce, and tomatoes add a nice touch, which you should already expect from all Jimmy John's sandwiches by now. But in this sandwich, you'll also get sliced onions, which takes a normal sandwich and turns it all the way to 10. Next is the oil and vinegar; both are important ingredients, but the vinegar is what makes this a sandwich you're never going to forget. Finally, top it off with some oregano and basil, and you have an ideal sandwich right at your fingertips.

If you've never ordered from Jimmy John's before and you're looking for a good place to start, the Italian Night Club should definitely be on your radar.

There are times when you just want to get a simple sandwich to eat from a sub shop. There are other times, though, when you're feeling so hungry, you feel like you could eat two or even three sandwiches in one sitting. When that's how you're starting to feel, you may want to check out the J.J. Gargantuan at Jimmy John's. Just be warned: You need to know you're getting into a serious sandwich if you choose this option.

When you order the J.J. Gargantuan, you're going to be getting a ridiculous amount of meat on one sandwich. This sub contains five different kinds of meat: turkey, capicola, roast beef, ham, and salami. Basically, any kind of sliced meat you can think of is going to end up on this sandwich. Then, onion, lettuce, and tomato are added to the mix so you're not just getting an overwhelming number of animal products. You'll also find provolone, oil and vinegar, mayo, oregano, and basil in the mix. Basically, anything you could want on a sandwich, you'll find in the J.J. Gargantuan.

While this is a delicious menu item, we couldn't rank it any higher because it's a bit unreasonable to eat this on a regular basis. It's just so huge, it's hard to imagine anyone choosing this when they're not sharing with someone else. If you want to eat a sandwich that's seriously over the top, though, you won't want to pass this one up.

Have you ever had a Cuban before? It's one of the most well-known sandwiches of all time, and there's a reason it's so popular: It's an amazing combo of ingredients you won't want to put down. While you're not going to get a traditional Cuban from a place like Jimmy John's, the restaurant did give us something that we think is close enough: the Jimmy Cubano. For those who love rich, decadent sandwiches, this is the choice for you. It's got bacon and ham that plays well with the sliced pickles that go on top. That's the signature flavor of a Cuban, and this sandwich does it well.

Of course, you can't forget the Dijon mustard in this recipe, as it plays a crucial role. That peppery flavor marries all the other tastes together, creating something that tastes almost as good as the real thing. That's why this sandwich has earned the number two spot. If you're a huge fan of Cubans (or even if you just want to try something new), this is one Jimmy John's sandwich that you don't want to pass up on.