Last updated October 5, 2026 · ranked from 3,023 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 5 sandwich shops in and around Bay City, MI, led by Wanigan Eatery and Pub, Intermission Deli and Jimmy John's. Together they have 3,023 Google reviews; Wanigan Eatery and Pub has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.6. Every place on the list is in Bay City, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Generous sandwiches and a 4.6-star Google rating across 731 reviews put Wanigan Eatery and Pub at No. 1. At 1905 S Wenona St in Bay City, MI, this locally owned spot pairs its sandwich menu with made-from-scratch soups and fresh salads. One reviewer praised the sandwiches as “awesome” with “huge portions,” while another highlighted caring service during a family event. A beer garden and patio with a waterfront view add outdoor seating options, and carryout and delivery make it practical for lunch away from the dining room.
Generous sandwich portions
Made-from-scratch soups
Waterfront patio seating
“Called in a take out order. Worker took my order quickly and repeated everything back. Food was prepared quickly. Got home and the meal was missing two portions of chips. One sandwhich had tomato and I asked for none. The worker did inde…”
Classic subs and reviewer praise for filling, reasonably priced sandwiches earn Intermission Deli the No. 2 spot in Bay City, MI. One reviewer singles out the dressing sauce, while another makes the deli a regular stop when visiting the Tri-Cities. Its 4.5-star Google rating across 410 reviews adds support. At 111 3rd St, the dining room has high ceilings, brick walls and wall art. Takeout, pickup and delivery offer alternatives to eating inside, and free lot and street parking simplify a visit.
Classic subs
Reviewer-praised dressing
Free parking
“Use to go here until they start hanging up democrat signs and got all political.”
Freshness and speed help Jimmy John's earn the No. 3 spot: one reviewer praised a fresh sub and fast service, while another called it the best franchise sub shop. The location at 719 Washington Ave in Bay City, MI holds a 4.3 Google rating from 468 reviews. Its counter-service menu centers on subs and club sandwiches, with vegetarian options and signature potato chips. Daily hours of 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., takeout, and free lot and street parking add practical reasons to stop in.
Daily 7 a.m. opening hours and a choice of table or counter service help Broadway FAMILY Grill earn rank 4. This veteran-owned sandwich shop at 2020 Broadway St in Bay City, MI serves breakfast through dinner, with comfort food, small plates, and vegetarian options. Its 4.3-star Google rating across 411 reviews supports the selection, while one reviewer praises both the food and atmosphere. Takeout, curbside pickup, and delivery add practical options, and families have access to a children’s menu and high chairs.
Veteran owned
Vegetarian options
Table or counter
“Was in Bay City visiting and decided to try a place I haven't been. Breakfast is usually my meal of choice no matter the time. I ordered stuffed pancake. It was a deliciously flavored plate size pancake that I chose to have scrambled egg…”
Late hours and low-cost meals earn Rally's the No. 5 spot in Bay City, MI. The location at 102 S Madison Ave serves burgers, hot dogs, fries and shakes, with a 4-out-of-5 Google rating from 1,003 reviews. It opens at 10 a.m. daily and stays open until midnight, extending to 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Drive-through, takeout and delivery make it convenient for meals to go, while indoor and outdoor seating offer places to eat on site.
Late-night hours
Drive-through service
Outdoor seating
“The staff are nice, the food is ready immediately, it is exactly what you want.
My gripe is mainly with Rallys.
The food displayed looks more than what you get. It always gives me a stomach ache bad, and is SO expensive.
Its mid, but i a…”
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 Bay City 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.
Which sandwich places in Bay City, MI have the highest Google ratings?
Wanigan Eatery and Pub has the highest rating in this guide at 4.6 stars from 731 reviews, followed by Intermission Deli at 4.5 from 410. Jimmy John's and Broadway FAMILY Grill both hold 4.3 ratings.
Where can I get a late-night sandwich in Bay City, MI?
Arby's at 905 N Euclid Ave serves hot and cold sandwiches and stays open until 2 a.m. daily. It also has a drive-through. Rally's at 102 S Madison Ave serves burgers and stays open until 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and midnight the other five days.
Which sandwich shops in Bay City, MI are open on Sunday?
Jimmy John's opens Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Jersey Mike's Subs from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Arby's runs from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m., Rally's from 10 a.m. to midnight, and Broadway FAMILY Grill from 7 a.m. to 7:40 p.m.
Where can I eat sandwiches outside with a dog in Bay City, MI?
Wanigan Eatery and Pub at 1905 S Wenona St welcomes dogs outside and offers a beer garden, a waterfront-view patio, and a shaded lawn and picnic area. Rally's also has outdoor seating and allows dogs outside.
Which sandwich places in Bay City, MI offer vegetarian options and catering?
Wanigan Eatery and Pub, Jimmy John's, and Jersey Mike's Subs all list vegetarian options and catering. Wanigan also accepts large-group reservations and hosts events for small gatherings or groups of 100 or more.
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