Jersey Mike’s Bowls Menu Sub in a Tub Guide, Best Builds & Prices (2026)
Jersey Mike’s bowls – officially called Sub in a Tub – are exactly what they sound like. Any sub on the menu, built with every standard ingredient, served in a bowl without bread. Same price. Full Mike’s Way option. Available at every location.
This page covers how to order, the best bowl builds, calorie savings, and who Sub in a Tub is actually for.
What Is Jersey Mike’s Sub in a Tub?
Sub in a Tub started as an unofficial hack, where regulars ordered subs without bread and got them in a bowl or container. Jersey Mike’s now formally acknowledges it on their website and app as a menu option.
The build is identical to the equivalent sub. Every protein slice. Every topping. Mike’s Way or your preferred dressing. The only difference: no bread.
| Sub in a Tub Feature | Details |
| Price | Same as equivalent sub – no upcharge for removing bread |
| Availability | Every Jersey Mike’s location |
| Customization | Fully customizable – any sub, any toppings, any dressing |
| Calorie savings | Approximately 200–280 fewer calories vs the bread version |
| Carb reduction | Approximately 40–50g fewer carbohydrates |
| Hot sub option | Available at most locations – grilled proteins work well in a bowl |
Best Sub in a Tub Builds
| Bowl Build | Why It Works |
| Original Italian (#13) in a Tub | 6 proteins, Mike’s Way at the bottom – full flavour, zero bread carbs. Best overall bowl. |
| Club Supreme (#9) in a Tub | Turkey + roast beef + provolone – high protein, clean macros, lean build. |
| Philly Cheese Steak in a Tub | Grilled steak, melted cheese, peppers, onions – hot bowl format works perfectly. |
| Turkey & Provolone (#7) in a Tub | Lowest calorie meat bowl – under 300 calories. Best for calorie-restricted eating. |
| Veggie (#11) in a Tub | Vegan-friendly without cheese. Mike’s Way dressing. Lightest bowl on the menu. |
| Chicken Philly in a Tub | Grilled chicken, onions, peppers, and cheese in a bowl. Lower-calorie hot bowl option. |
| BLT in a Tub | Bacon, lettuce, tomato – simple, fast, easy keto build. |
Sub in a Tub – Calorie Comparison:
| Sub | With Bread (cal) | In a Tub (cal) |
| Original Italian (#13) | 750–800 | 480–540 |
| Club Supreme (#9) | 620–680 | 380–440 |
| Turkey & Provolone (#7) | 500–550 | 280–320 |
| Philly Cheese Steak | 800–900 | 560–650 |
| Veggie (#11) | 380–430 | 180–220 |
| California Club (#56) | 620–700 | 380–460 |
Who Is Sub in a Tub For?
Keto and low-carb eaters – the most common Sub in a Tub customer. Removing the bread drops carbs by 40–50g per meal. Mike’s Way dressing is oil and vinegar – zero sugar, zero carbs.
Calorie counters – cutting 200–280 calories from any meal by removing bread is significant for daily calorie budgets. Turkey & Provolone in a Tub under 300 calories is a legitimate low-calorie fast casual option.
Gluten-sensitive customers – Sub in a Tub removes the gluten-containing bread. Cross-contamination risk from the deli slicer and prep surfaces remains – but the most direct gluten source is eliminated.
People who just prefer the bowl format – eating a full-protein, heavily dressed bowl is a different experience from a sandwich. Some regulars prefer it purely from a texture and eating-experience standpoint.
How to Order a Sub in a Tub at Jersey Mike’s:
- Walk up to the counter and order any sub number as normal
- When asked about bread, say ‘Sub in a Tub’ or ‘no bread, in a bowl’
- Specify Mike’s Way or your preferred toppings and dressing
- Hot sub builds – ask specifically for ‘hot sub in a tub’ to confirm the location does it
- Price is identical to the same sub with bread — no upcharge
If ordering online through the app, Sub in a Tub is now a selectable option in most locations under