44 Best Sandwich Shops near Windsor Heights

“The rumors are true.. the food is too tasty to pass up.. I have recommended this place countless times already“

“This is the first time in a very long time I’ve had exceptional service at this subway. The staff was friendly, my sandwich looks great, and they just all around looked like they loved their jobs which is so refreshing to see at this location. The man making my sandwich was dancing and singing and just made the environment friendlier than I’ve ever experienced. Not sure if it’s helpful, but one man was bald and one had locs, they both were very friendly. This experience gave me hope in this location again :)“

“Great sandwiches! The PB brownies are delicious. 🤤“

“good atmosphere, amazing staff, and top notch subs way better then any other sub shop around hands down.“

“I don’t normally leave comments. The AI images (on the menu, on the website) has really been a huge turnoff when I try to recommend the place (unappetizing and sometimes cosmic horror-level depictions) to friends and family. The actual photos from goers does a billion times more legwork for convincing a visit.“

“I was in Iowa for a trip and tried McAlister's as it was near my hotel. The staff there are extremely nice and helped me get the best from the menu. I ordered the grilled chicken salad which was huge including an unsweet iced tea. I enjoyed the salad. I will come again to try their sandwiches next“

“Delicious food, friendly staff, & very clean restaurant!“

“They were exactly what my family and I were looking for. We each ordered 4 different sandwiches 10' and 18' and we were not disappointed. Highly recommended and will gladly return.“

“Best Subway Resteraunt location throughout the entirety of the state in my opinion. The quality control is maintained at a Superior level, the ingredients are always fresh and the customer service is nothing short of outstanding. If you are looking for a Subway branch that will exceed your expectations, this location is it.“

“I have been eating at Palmer‘s for over 30 years. We get it for a family events or for picnics, and of course we utilize it for our work gatherings. They are always so great about the big orders and everything always comes out correctly. Their ingredients are very fresh and they have a variety of salads to choose from. They offer a variety of soups as well. And you cannot forget they’re delicious desserts like the lemon bar or the Palmer brownie.“

“This is a local, family run sandwich shop. Mekong doesn't have a full menu, but if you want the best bahn mi sandwich in Des Moines for just $5, this is your spot. They take cash or venmo, and the waiting area has National Geographic mags from 2019. Highland Park is an amazing and diverse area with gems like this.“

“Chicken California the best!“

“Love their bread and sandwich dressings but then there’s the rich soups and cookies. Never disappointed 🤤🥪“

“i’m always excited to eat here, especially when Mahendra is working. he always gets my sandwich perfect! he’s also so friendly and always greets us with a smile!

another familiar face is Alissa! not only is she funny! but she also makes great suggestions with the menu!

both have 10/10 customer service AND sandwich making skills! what more do you want from a subway!

if you have either of them helping you, you know you’ll get a great sandwich and great service!

THANK YOU!!“

“sandwich was amazing and a little wait time for fresh sandwich“

“Awesome food, awesome service“

“Went in at 11:00, was greeted immediately, went through all of the options and customizations possible. Mark and this deli gives overall amazing service. Asked if we needed anything when eating multiple times. Special thanks to Mark he was very nice“

“The subs are out of this world! I like my going to good causes.“

“Absolutely great experience I had today! The service I received from Sami was exceptional! She was very friendly and knowledgeable about the food ! I’m a firm believer she made my food with love ! The store was very clean also! I will definitely be returning to this location“

“Still one of my fave sammich places around town. #13 Italian “Mike’s Way”. Not pictured, #4, 7 and 11. All excellent, service was friendly and nice. Wish they had arrows, truth be told, as it’s confusing where to walk and stand but oh well. Makes for a fun maze to figure out 😬 LOVE their brewed iced tea but mostly just a good, simple deli sandwich that isn’t $20. 🤷🏻‍♀️ — at Jersey Mike's Subs (12851 University Ave.,Ste. 200,Clive,IA).“

“The young man working tonight was super nice to my wife and daughter. We tend to split our sub so we get different toppings on each side and he was so patient and had great customer service but after eating we noticed our sandwiches were missing a lot of meat.“

“Wanted to wait until I visited this new location at least four times before giving an honest review. Well, after four visits are not completed, I will say that the staff and owner of this place are doing things the right way! I used to be a subway and Jimmy Johns customer, but after visiting this location multiple times, I am now a Jersey Mike's customer. The owner is really outgoing and easy to talk to, making things more relaxing once the order is being processed. The staff that prepares the food are friendly also, and they aim to please as much as possible (within reason). The sandwiches are built with care, not sloppily put together like other establishments I have visited. The facility is clean, and safety making the sandwiches is always practiced. They are also very efficient getting the order processed in a timely manner. For the near future, this will be my "To-go" place for fast food. Thank you!“

“The best subs outside the East Coast !!! 2nd to none.“

“I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Subway today! The staff were friendly, professional, and made my sandwich exactly the way I like it. Everything was fresh — the bread was warm, the veggies were crisp, and the meat was perfectly portioned.

The restaurant was clean and inviting, and they prepared my order quickly even though it was busy. You can tell they take pride in what they do.

Big thanks to the team for great customer service and delicious food. I’ll definitely be coming back again soon! Highly recommend this Subway location to anyone looking for quality and a friendly atmosphere.“

“Stopped by Firehouse Subs and ordered the Roasted Turkey sandwich, and it was amazing! 🥪🔥 The turkey was fresh and flavorful, the bread was perfectly toasted, and everything tasted really well put together. You can definitely tell they care about the quality of their food.

But honestly, the staff was the cherry on top! They were welcoming, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. Great food and great service — I’ll definitely be coming back! 😊“

“I recently visited this Subway for lunch and was genuinely impressed by the positive change in atmosphere. Under the new ownership, you can really feel the difference: the owner actually works side by side with the staff, and it creates a genuinely welcoming and friendly vibe. The team seems happier and more invested, and the quality of the food definitely reflects that. It’s a small change that makes a big difference. Highly recommend stopping by if you want a sandwich made with a little extra care!“

“There was a sign for where you could order your meals but it wasn’t very visible so we had gotten in line for adding the ingredients and making the sandwiches (which we thought was the start of the line) but then had to go back to the front to order. Very crowded don’t recommend going during the weekend especially lunch hours. Their internet was down so they could only do charges up to 25 dollars one at a time. The kimchi Philly was delicious. The associate who made our sandwiches and took payment was helpful and efficient“

“Corey, you don’t know us, you only heard about our son being in the hospital. You made me cry, thank you for your kind soul and support. Sorry I snuck a picture of you. Thank you for the cookie for our boy too, I know when he wakes up he will smile! Thank you is not enough but it’s all I can do right now! We aren’t from here and it’s been an emotional weekend and week. Thank you, thank you thank you!“

“There was a sign for where you could order your meals but it wasn’t very visible so we had gotten in line for adding the ingredients and making the sandwiches (which we thought was the start of the line) but then had to go back to the front to order. Very crowded don’t recommend going during the weekend especially lunch hours. Their internet was down so they could only do charges up to 25 dollars one at a time. The kimchi Philly was delicious. The associate who made our sandwiches and took payment was helpful and efficient“

“Stopped by this Subway and had a really good experience. Aravind helped make my sandwich and was super friendly and easy to talk to. He got everything just how I wanted it, and the service was quick. The place was clean and the food was fresh. Definitely one of the better Subway visits I've had. Thanks, Aravind! Will definitely become a repeat customer!“

“The Ankeny location for sure.. made my day better from a HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE at the East University Ave Location... LOVE THE ANKENY LOCATION ❤❤❤ THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH.“

“The food here is great but if you order online and try to change the cheese, they remove it altogether. I’ve tried multiple times and even put it in the comments and still, my sandwich comes with no cheese at all. Just a heads up. Love the food here though.“

“Hailey demonstrated exceptional professionalism and courtesy throughout our interaction. She provided valuable assistance in navigating a complex order, ensuring a seamless and satisfactory experience. I will undoubtedly return to this establishment due to the outstanding service provided by Hailey. This location stands out as the finest in the region, offering unparalleled customer service.“

“The crew working this morning was interrupted by me needing a sandwich communication was perfect I was fine with waiting while they got a huge order started. Once they got me going I always get the number one and ask for mayo but they always douse my sandwich in mayo this crew even took the time to spread out my guacamole. Someone who does hvac service work I appreciate the attention to detail everyone working this morning is outstanding at there job and deserve more then %15 which was all I could offer at this moment I appreciate your time“

“Walked in and had Santa come in and visit from his adventures at the book store next door. He welcomed me and as the store sandwich specialist made the two sandwiches I ordered. We had great conversation and everything I wanted they had and even got a discount for being nice to Santa. Maybe I will be on the nice list this year!!“

“I’ve purchased several items on the menu since this location opened in Norwalk and the folks here have consistently done a wonderful job, in my experience. Both food (fresh, neatly prepared/packaged) and service (timely, courteous) have been fantastic each visit. The manager should be proud of this team and the products and service provided. Thank you everyone!“

“Out of all the Subways in West Des Moines, Urbandale, and Clive this one is easily one of the best. Don't come here often since its out of the way but when I do come here it makes it's case easily. Also yes its 12-18 dollars for a footlong. You're a grown man you better pay ✌🫩“

“I work from home and hate cooking lunch. Every time i have been in here, regardless of what I'm spending, i get fantastic service, fantastic recommendations and extremely quick timing for my orders. This location is fantastic and so are the folks that work there. I highly recommend and will continue to go there“

“Jay, and his co workers working on the subway on east 14th street was very very kind to me and my family. This was my first time coming to subway and it was one of the best experiences ever. Food, service, and atmosphere was perfect. Will definitely be back for more sandwiches because of him and his co workers working there.“

“Kevin was fantastic tonight but he was the only staff who was working. I am not sure what happened but a staff member should never be alone especially during a rush. Kevin was quick paced and kind as he got everyones orders made. Jimmy Johns this is unacceptable. Other locations should jump in to help and send team members as customers were waiting over 30 minutes for their orders. The low stars are not due to Kevin as he was great. They are due to leaving a staff member alone without proper help.“

“Shout out to the Manager at the Panera Bread, north Ankeny. I ordered lunch for both my husband and myself off the kiosk. When we were alerted to pick it up, they just had my husband’s order at the kitchen counter. I asked if my soup was ready and they didn’t have it on the order. The kitchen just dished up a bowl and gave it to me along with the drink I thought I had ordered. I returned to the main counter and explained that I owed them for a bowl of soup and drink. The manager at the register said, “not today, it’s your lucky day”. I will be returning to this location for the kindness both the kitchen staff and manager displayed. Thank you!“

“The sun is setting, the drive is short and you want a sandwich that is easy to navigate as you complete your end of the day activities then stop in at Jimmy John’s on 8th in West Des Moines. The staff have the professional looks, clean environment and are customer forward to prepare your sandwich with attention to detail. The toasted Chicken Ranch Sandwich is totally delicious. Grab it and go!“

“Exceptionally rude.. Bill? The sandwich maker/“manager” was smoking upon arrival.. we ordered 4 foot- longs, all of which are wrong.. not toasted, missing condiments.. asked for managers info, “Bill” said he was the manager.. I then proceeded to ask for his last name, with a rude response, “Google it,” per Bill, “the manager.”Every sandwich is wrong, called and asked for further help, “Bill” hung up on us..Do better, Subway.. Hire appropriate managers and capable employees.Photo of our “Toasted” sandwich.. clearly NOT toasted.“