3.5ish rounded up. I got the regular/standard steak and onion and really enjoyed it. Being from southern Michigan, I couldn't help but compare it to Tubby's, and it falls a little short, although the bread seems to basically be identical. The best thing about Big John is that they grill the steak with the onions -- only certain Tubby's subs do that. The menu isn't big at all, but it doesn't really need to be. They do one thing and do it pretty well: subs. Still, I'd like if they had fries or some other side... maybe soup or something? Something other than a bag of chips (not that there's anything wrong with that). I'd recommend it.
(4)
Nancy H.
Since 5/1/14, I've been traveling between my home & Bay City and after seeing their billboards along I-75/US-23, decided that I had to have one. I wasn't disappointed either. I ordered a 1/2 of a Big John's w/mushrooms & onions & it was FANTASTIC. The beef was tender & juicy with enough meat, mushrooms & onions to satisfy an average (?) eater. I requested & received extra seasoning which adds a good taste to their thinly sliced steak. Naturally, I will be stopping there again & again. Don't expect any flashy decor or extensive menu. This is just a really basic, small place with a truly excellent sandwich that is a bit messy. Who cares as long as I don't have to frequent another fast food burger place.
(4)
Sue L.
Oh Big John! I was born and raised in Michigan. I moved away from Michigan in 1999 to Oregon. I miss you John. Every time I come home to Michigan there are certain foods that I must have. The big john steak, onion, cheese,mushrooms and pepper Sammy is one of those foods. I didn't realize this location was here. I usually go to other locations but I was driving down the freeway on the way to my Dad's house from the Saginaw airport and saw the sign. It was like the angels were singing to me. So, naturally I stopped here. ( I usually fly into the Flint airport and stop at the location near there) The sandwiches are very well seasoned. They are filling. I like their sandwiches also because the meat is thinly sliced and piled high. The prices are really reasonable. They have been an institution in Michigan ever since I can remember and they are still in business. That says something since many places have closed in Michigan due to the crappy economy. If you have never been to a Big John's you should definitely stop and try it. They have 16 locations through out mid Michigan. Most are in Flint. As I write this my mouth is watering and my mind is singing HAPPY!
(4)
Dustin H.
No bathroom. Thought that was odd. The Steak & Onion sandwich I had today was TERRIFIC. I saw a billboard on 23 (or was it 75?) on our way home to Toledo and knew I had to try one of their subs. Beef is a bit overcooked, but the flavors from everything added was perfect. The servers were surprisingly friendly and the whole place seemed really clean. I would love to have a Big John's in Toledo, but it looks like they are focused on Michigan.
(4)
Dave F.
I'm a Michigan native (born and raised in Saginaw) and currently live in Dallas,Texas. I have to say there isn't many days that go by that I don't crave the food from back home, and especially Big John's. As Chris stated it is uniquely Michigan and can't find that flavor anywhere, being in a big city the restaurants are endless, but nothing like the food that brings back memories. **On a side note, I haven't been back to Mich in about 2 years, and have been craving this so much i've decided to go back around the 4th of July to visit friends and family, but really just grab a couple sandwiches. lol
(5)
Click S.
These are good steak n' cheese, but not over the top. Not quite "seasoned' as they claim, but more just heavily peppered.
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Alex K.
3.5ish rounded up. I got the regular/standard steak and onion and really enjoyed it. Being from southern Michigan, I couldn't help but compare it to Tubby's, and it falls a little short, although the bread seems to basically be identical. The best thing about Big John is that they grill the steak with the onions -- only certain Tubby's subs do that. The menu isn't big at all, but it doesn't really need to be. They do one thing and do it pretty well: subs. Still, I'd like if they had fries or some other side... maybe soup or something? Something other than a bag of chips (not that there's anything wrong with that). I'd recommend it.
(4)Nancy H.
Since 5/1/14, I've been traveling between my home & Bay City and after seeing their billboards along I-75/US-23, decided that I had to have one. I wasn't disappointed either. I ordered a 1/2 of a Big John's w/mushrooms & onions & it was FANTASTIC. The beef was tender & juicy with enough meat, mushrooms & onions to satisfy an average (?) eater. I requested & received extra seasoning which adds a good taste to their thinly sliced steak. Naturally, I will be stopping there again & again. Don't expect any flashy decor or extensive menu. This is just a really basic, small place with a truly excellent sandwich that is a bit messy. Who cares as long as I don't have to frequent another fast food burger place.
(4)Sue L.
Oh Big John! I was born and raised in Michigan. I moved away from Michigan in 1999 to Oregon. I miss you John. Every time I come home to Michigan there are certain foods that I must have. The big john steak, onion, cheese,mushrooms and pepper Sammy is one of those foods. I didn't realize this location was here. I usually go to other locations but I was driving down the freeway on the way to my Dad's house from the Saginaw airport and saw the sign. It was like the angels were singing to me. So, naturally I stopped here. ( I usually fly into the Flint airport and stop at the location near there) The sandwiches are very well seasoned. They are filling. I like their sandwiches also because the meat is thinly sliced and piled high. The prices are really reasonable. They have been an institution in Michigan ever since I can remember and they are still in business. That says something since many places have closed in Michigan due to the crappy economy. If you have never been to a Big John's you should definitely stop and try it. They have 16 locations through out mid Michigan. Most are in Flint. As I write this my mouth is watering and my mind is singing HAPPY!
(4)Dustin H.
No bathroom. Thought that was odd. The Steak & Onion sandwich I had today was TERRIFIC. I saw a billboard on 23 (or was it 75?) on our way home to Toledo and knew I had to try one of their subs. Beef is a bit overcooked, but the flavors from everything added was perfect. The servers were surprisingly friendly and the whole place seemed really clean. I would love to have a Big John's in Toledo, but it looks like they are focused on Michigan.
(4)Dave F.
I'm a Michigan native (born and raised in Saginaw) and currently live in Dallas,Texas. I have to say there isn't many days that go by that I don't crave the food from back home, and especially Big John's. As Chris stated it is uniquely Michigan and can't find that flavor anywhere, being in a big city the restaurants are endless, but nothing like the food that brings back memories. **On a side note, I haven't been back to Mich in about 2 years, and have been craving this so much i've decided to go back around the 4th of July to visit friends and family, but really just grab a couple sandwiches. lol
(5)Click S.
These are good steak n' cheese, but not over the top. Not quite "seasoned' as they claim, but more just heavily peppered.
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