The Great Outdoors Sub Shop

About The Great Outdoors Sub Shop

The Great Outdoors Sub Shop, established in 1973, offers a taste of New Jersey's Italian subs in Richardson, Texas. They focus on fresh, never-frozen deli meats, daily baked proprietary breads, and freshly sliced produce. Customers can choose from classic favorites, unique creations, or custom subs. The shop provides a warm, friendly atmosphere for dine-in customers and offers convenient options like drive-thru, curbside pickup, and delivery. They aim to provide good value for the quality of food and dining experience.

The Vibe

This is a casual, family-friendly sandwich shop with a moderate noise level. The atmosphere is described as warm and friendly, with some reviews noting a cozy feel. While many praise the friendly and attentive service, some reviews mention inconsistencies in speed and staff demeanor, particularly at the drive-thru. It's a place that aims for a comfortable, traditional sub shop experience.

• casual
• family friendly
• moderate noise

What's Good

• Cheesteak

  A hot sandwich served with beef, provolone, mushrooms, onions, and Italian pepper mix, dressed with tomato, salt, pepper, and mayo.

• Grilled Chicken Sub

  Features lettuce, tomato, salt, pepper, and a Sesame Thai dressing, also available as a chef salad.

• Reuben

  A hot sandwich with corned beef and Swiss cheese on rye, served with sauerkraut, onion, and Thousand Island dressing.

• The Outdoorsman

  A popular sub option, noted for its combination of meats including turkey pastrami, salami, pepperoni, and bologna.

• Brownie

  A rich and chewy brownie option, sometimes served with roasted pecans.

Perfect For

• casual dining
• family meal
• quick lunch