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The One Thing You Should Never Order At Jimmy John's, According To An Employee

March 2, 2017 by Katelyn Holland
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If Jimmy John's is known for one thing, it's their "freaky fast" service. The sandwich chain is claims to make your sub in 30 seconds or less. Not only is the service fast, but the food is simple and delicious. However, we discovered some insider information about the chain. Click to find out what you should never order at Jimmy John's.

 

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Delicious Jimmy John's cheese sandwich with fresh ingredients.

If you love different types of cheeses, Jimmy John's is not the sub shop for you. The sandwich shop focuses on making their sandwiches "freaky fast." This means there's only one cheese option: provolone. An anonymous General Manager from Jimmy John's commented on Reddit, "It's all about speed. The cheese is the most surprising thing to me, because when I first started it shocked me there was only one...I'd love to have some more variety, even just one other choice."

 

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Freshly prepared Jimmy John's tuna sandwich on a plate.

Despite the fact that tuna is one of the best weight loss foods (it's a great source of protein), Jimmy John’s Club Tuna is not healthy option if you want a slim waist. According to Eat This, Not That, the Tuna club has as many calories as two Quarter Pounders with cheese. This is mostly due to the massive amounts of mayonnaise mixed into it.

 

The site always warns customers to beware of the Gourmet Veggie Club. It might sound healthy, but it has 970 calories and is packed with avocado spread and provolone cheese.

 

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Classic Jimmy John's Turkey Tom sandwich with lettuce and tomato.

Eat This, Not That tells readers to get the Turkey Tom, on 7-grain bread, if they are looking for a healthy option a JJ's. They suggest swapping the mayo for mustard, which will save you 150 calories and 75% of the fat.

 

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Tasty assortment of Jimmy John's sandwiches ready to serve.

A Jimmy John's employee also revealed on Reddit that everything at the sandwich joint is made fresh. They comment, "We don't have the variety of different breads, not too many different meats or veggies, but everything is fresh. I get it at 4:30 every morning to slice tomato, cucumber, lettuce, ect... Bread gets thrown out, or made day old, after 4 hours. And the meats are all fairly good quality, and we slice then daily." Good to know!

 

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Top Quiznos sandwich featuring a variety of fresh toppings.

READ MORE: The One Thing You Should Never Order At Quizno's, According To An Employee

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Person enjoying a healthy lunch at a dining table.
Sipping spearmint tea for relaxation and digestion.
Various types of bread displayed on a wooden surface.
Fresh bakery items from Costco, including cakes and pastries.
Woman holding her head, feeling overwhelmed or stressed.
Woman experiencing joint pain, indicating health issues.
Vibrant assortment of groceries from Shutterstock image.
Popular fast food options from Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, and Starbucks.
Woman adding sugar to her aromatic cup of coffee.
Assorted bagels with blueberries and butter on a wooden board.
Comparing cooking spray and olive oil for healthy cooking.
Top view of Brazilian food dish with rice, beans, and chicken.
Checking time on a watch during breakfast.
Display of deli meats and sandwiches in a grocery store.
Cooked salmon served with rice, avocado, and greens.
Inside view of a Costco store showcasing various products.
Woman taking magnesium supplement for health benefits.
Selection of S'mores brownies and baked ricotta from Aldi.
Grilled chicken breast served with fries and mixed salad.
Frozen pizza options available in a grocery store aisle.