Last updated October 5, 2026 · ranked from 2,585 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 8 sandwich shops in and around Midland, MI, led by Big Apple Bagels, Tropical Smoothie Cafe and Subway. Together they have 2,585 Google reviews; Big Apple Bagels has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.3. Every place on the list is in Midland, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Early hours, sandwich service, and positive bagel reviews put Big Apple Bagels at No. 1. At 318 S Saginaw Rd in Midland, MI, this counter-service shop serves sandwiches alongside coffee, muffins, and bagels. Reviewers praise the bagels’ taste and selection, and one describes returning for breakfast on consecutive days. Its 4.3-star Google rating across 351 reviews adds support. Doors open at 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 7 a.m. Sunday, with dine-in, takeout, and delivery available.
Early morning hours
Praised bagel selection
Dine-in or delivery
“Went here during the end of the pandemic, 2022. Almost every place had dropped the ridiculous mask requirements, but not Big Apple Bagel. Red-headed old manager lady made a huge scene because I wasn't wearing a mask *gasp*! Gave a huge s…”
Custom smoothies alongside sandwiches and wraps give Tropical Smoothie Cafe a distinct place at No. 2. Located at 985 S Saginaw Rd in Midland, MI, it combines that menu variety with a 4.3-star Google rating from 182 reviews and several ways to order: counter service, takeout, curbside pickup and delivery. Weekday hours run from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., making it practical across a long day. Dine-in seating, a children’s menu and free parking add everyday convenience.
Sandwiches and wraps
Custom smoothies
Curbside pickup available
“Wish I could zero star… Order a flatbread and found a bug, very obviously on the first piece of lettuce. I brought it to a workers attention and all their managers had to say was “I heard you had some extra protein?” the only option I wa…”
Build-your-own sandwiches and daily hours from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. help Subway at 1900 N Saginaw Rd in Midland, MI earn the No. 3 spot. This counter-service shop holds a 4.2-star Google rating across 202 reviews. One reviewer praises the meatball marinara footlong as consistently well made, while another singles out excellent service. Vegetarian and vegan options broaden the choices, and dine-in, takeout and delivery give customers several ways to order.
Build-your-own sandwiches
Vegetarian and vegan options
Open until 10:30
“Idk who the young man was that served us today but he was phenomenal! Hope the owner sees this. Will be back because of him. Thank you!”
Jumbo subs filled with cold cuts and toppings put sandwiches at the center of Jersey Mike’s Subs at 1917 S Saginaw Rd in Midland, MI. Its No. 4 placement reflects that focused offering, a 4.1 Google rating from 401 reviews, and practical lunch and dinner options. The counter-service shop lists daily hours of 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., with dine-in seating, takeout and delivery. Vegetarian and vegan options, a children’s menu and free parking add flexibility for different diners.
Jumbo cold-cut subs
Takeout and delivery
Free parking
“They dont clean the meat slicer after cutting the gross meat.”
Burgers and their buns give Rally’s a specific reason to take rank 5: reviewers praise both, with fries also drawing favorable comments. The location at 2020 S Saginaw Rd in Midland, MI holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 668 reviews. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., it covers lunch, dinner and late-night bites. Drive-through, takeout, delivery and dine-in options add convenience, while outdoor seating and a children’s menu offer practical choices for families.
Burgers and fries
Open until eleven
Drive-through available
“Food is good. Fries are on point as always. And service east fast and friendly.
But until they get rid of that terrible AI order taker they get 1 star.
The human staff are faster and more accurate, not to mention friendlier and kinder th…”
Build-your-own sandwiches and midnight closing hours give Subway at 2009 S Saginaw Rd in Midland, MI practical reasons for its No. 6 spot. This counter-service shop has a 4-out-of-5 Google rating from 453 reviews, with one reviewer praising its clean environment and friendly employees. Vegetarian and vegan options broaden the choices, while takeout, delivery and curbside pickup accommodate different schedules. It opens at 6 a.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. on weekends, covering breakfast through late-night meals.
Build-your-own sandwiches
Open until midnight
Vegetarian and vegan
“There's an odd person here occasionally but all staff are amazing. I love subway!!!”
Drive-through service, delivery, and a focus on sub and club sandwiches earn Jimmy John's its No. 7 spot. At 1916 S Saginaw Rd in Midland, MI, the counter-service shop pairs sandwiches with signature potato chips and lists vegetarian options. It opens at 10:30 a.m. daily, closing at 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8 p.m. Sunday. Its 3.7-star Google rating across 328 reviews reflects mixed experiences: reviewers praise staff effort and the subs, while others report waits and order problems.
Sub and club sandwiches
Drive-through service
Vegetarian options
“Absolutely incredible staff, went above and beyond!”
Handcrafted sandwiches and freshly sliced meats and cheeses put Kroger Deli at 2808 Ashman St in Midland, MI in the eighth spot for its deli selection and pickup options. Salads and prepared sides round out an individual meal, while party platters and ready-to-serve foods cover gatherings and weekly meal planning. Takeout, delivery, and in-store pickup offer several ways to order. Free lot and street parking, plus a wheelchair-accessible entrance, add practical reasons to stop in.
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each sandwich shop is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Midland category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Where can I get a late-night sandwich in Midland, MI?
Arby’s at 1510 S Saginaw Rd stays open until 1 a.m. daily and offers a drive-through, takeout and delivery. Subway at 2009 S Saginaw Rd closes at midnight daily. Jimmy John’s at 1916 S Saginaw Rd closes at 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8 p.m. Sunday.
Which sandwich spots in Midland, MI open earliest?
Big Apple Bagels at 318 S Saginaw Rd opens at 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 7 a.m. Sunday. Subway at 2009 S Saginaw Rd opens at 6 a.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. on weekends. Both serve breakfast.
Which places offer vegetarian or vegan options in Midland, MI?
Both Subway locations—2009 S Saginaw Rd and 1900 N Saginaw Rd—and Jersey Mike’s at 1917 S Saginaw Rd list vegan and vegetarian offerings. Grand Traverse Pie Company at 2600 N Saginaw Rd and Jimmy John’s at 1916 S Saginaw Rd also list vegetarian options.
Where can I arrange sandwiches for a group in Midland, MI?
Jersey Mike’s, Jimmy John’s, both Subway locations and Grand Traverse Pie Company offer catering. Kroger Deli at 2808 Ashman St offers sandwiches and party platters, with in-store pickup, takeout and delivery available.
How do the two Subway locations in Midland, MI compare?
The 1900 N Saginaw Rd location has a 4.2 Google rating from 202 reviews and opens 8:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m. daily. The 2009 S Saginaw Rd location has a 4.0 rating from 453 reviews, opens earlier on weekdays and closes at midnight every day. Both offer build-your-own sandwiches, salads, catering, delivery and dine-in service; the south location also offers curbside pickup.
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