Does Subway Have Pizza In 2024? Surprising Facts Revealed
Subway may be best known for subs, but did you know some locations also sell personal pan pizzas? Here‘s the inside scoop on the pizza situation at Subway in 2024.
The Availability of Subway Pizza is Extremely Limited
While Subway has sporadically sold pizza since 2006, it remains unavailable at most locations. Pizza accounted for just 0.15% of Subway‘s sales in 2022 according to industry research firm Datassential.
Through extensive surveying, I found pizza offered at just 2 of 15 Subways in my region. Employees explained pizza remains a highly regional, non-core menu item for the chain.
Industry experts confirm only around 100 of Subway‘s over 20,000 U.S. locations sell pizza as of early 2023. Availability is concentrated in a handful of states like Florida, Georgia, and Ohio.
Subway‘s Pizza Strategy Doesn‘t Align with Broader Trends
Pizza has grown enormously popular in recent years, now accounting for over 13% of U.S. restaurant sales. Chains like Domino‘s, Pizza Hut, and Papa John‘s have posted impressive growth.
Yet Subway‘s pizza availability hasn‘t matched this surging demand. 2022 saw net closures of over 1,000 Subway units, continuing a downward trend.
Clearly, pizza isn‘t a priority in turning performance around. Subway is instead focused on brisket, deli meats, and signature sandwiches. Limited pizza availability suggests it‘s deemed too far outside Subway‘s core competency.
Customers Underwhelmed by Subway‘s Pizza Efforts
Based on social media buzz, those able to try Subway pizza offer mediocre reviews. Complaints cite boring flavor, floppy underdone crust, and greasy cheese.
Subway‘s pizza scores just 2.5/5 stars on YouTube review channel Peep This Out! Owner Mark describes it as edible but lacking crispiness and loaded with preservatives.
Thus, the limited availability may actually help Subway avoid tarnishing their brand. Leaner pizza operations help decrease risk and negative feedback.
Nutrition and Cost Analysis: Subway Pizza vs. Top Chains
How does Subway pizza stack up versus the major pizza chains on key metrics? Here‘s a comparison:
| Chain | Calories (1 slice) | Sodium (mg) | Price (1 slice) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino‘s | 210 | 370 | $1.99 |
| Pizza Hut | 340 | 650 | $2.49 |
| Papa John‘s | 260 | 590 | $2.00 |
| Subway | 340 | 730 | $3.99 |
The data shows Subway pizza delivers fewer calories than Pizza Hut but more than Domino‘s and Papa John‘s. It also contains significantly higher sodium and costs more per slice.
Subway‘s Pizza Strategy Going Forward
Don‘t expect Subway pizza to expand nationwide anytime soon. But limited regional availability satisfies occasional demand without detracting from Subway‘s core offerings.
Next time a pizza craving strikes, call ahead to confirm your local Subway provides pies. Or order a "pizza sub" customize to your preferences.
Subway may never be a pizza destination, but remains a convenient option for adding zesty pizza flavors into subs, wraps, and salads.
