Few foods are as quick, portable and filling as a sandwich, and on Nov. 3, this popular lunch option is celebrated.
National Sandwich Day falls on the birthday of John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich, who is often credited as the inventor of the sandwich, although the concept of using bread to “sandwich” a filling predates Montagu. Montagu was said to be so engrossed with his card game that he wanted something he could eat with his hands at the card table, so he requested roast beef between two slices of bread.
Whether you like your sandwich stacked tall with meat, packed with crunchy fresh veggies or ooey gooey cheesy, restaurants across the nation are celebrating the humble sandwich Nov. 3 with freebies, deals and discounts.
Arby’s
Arby’s has the meats, and it also has a sandwich discount for National Sandwich Day. Rewards members can redeem an Arby’s Classic Beef ‘n Cheddar sandwich for 50% off on Nov. 3 with a purchase of $10 or more in-store, according to a company representative.
Capriotti’s
Founded in Delaware in 1976, this sandwich shop specializes in subs, cheesesteaks and roasted turkey sandwiches. For National Sandwich Day, buy a turkey sub through the app and get the second for 50% off.
Firehouse Subs
Firehouse Subs is giving away free medium subs for National Sandwich Day, according to a company representative. Order $15 or more via Firehouse Subs’ app or website Nov. 3 to redeem. Free sub options include Hook & Ladder (turkey and ham with Monterey Jack cheese), Firehouse Meatball (meatballs, provolone and marinara), Smoked Turkey-Provolone or Italian (salami, ham, cheese and Italian dressing).
Jersey Mike’s Subs
No time to pick up your sandwich in person? Jersey Mike’s is offering free delivery for all in-app and online orders Nov. 3, according to a company spokesperson.
Jimmy John’s
JJ Rewards members can get a Picklewich for 50% off on Nov. 3 with a purchase of one Toasted sandwich and the code TOASTED, according to a company representative.
McAlister’s Deli
Founded in Mississippi in 1989, McAlister’s Deli is celebrating National Sandwich Day with a buy one, get one 50% off deal on sandwiches for rewards members from Nov. 3-9.
In other sandwich news, the restaurant is permanently adding two new sandwiches to its menu: A Cuban sandwich with tangy pulled pork, ham, Swiss, mustard and pickles on a toasted baguette; and a Honey BBQ Pork Melt with smoked pulled pork, honey mustard barbecue sauce, Swiss, cheddar, provolone, Parmesan and tomato on toasted ciabatta.
Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop
If you live in Arizona or California, Mr. Pickle’s is offering a BOGO deal on Nov. 3 for members of the Pickle Points program ordering online or in-app.
Panera
MyPanera members can buy one sandwich for its full price and get a second for just $5 on Nov. 3, according to a company representative.
Penn Station East Coast Subs
Founded in Ohio in 1985, the fast-casual restaurant chain is dropping the price of its small subs to $4.99 on Nov. 3. Additionally, receive two additional free small subs with a $5 donation to local Down Syndrome Associations across all Penn Station locations, a company spokesperson confirmed.
Potbelly Sandwich Works
Named after the potbelly stove used to toast the sandwiches, this fast-casual restaurant chain is offering a free original sandwich or wrap with the purchase of any big or original sandwich or wrap on Nov. 3, according to a company representative. Use the promo code BOGO through Potbelly’s website or app to redeem.
Popeyes
The Louisiana fried chicken chain is offering a free classic, spicy or Smokin’ Rojo Chicken Sandwich now through Nov. 9 with purchases of $10 or more.
Schlotzky’s
Schlotzky’s is dropping the price of its sandwiches for National Sandwich Day. Schlotzky’s rewards members can get $5 medium sandwiches from Nov. 1-3, according to a company representative.
Subway
Forget $5 footlongs – Subway is offering $1 footlongs on National Sandwich Day. To redeem, MVP Rewards members can buy a footlong and get another for just $1 using promo code FOOTLONGFAN, a company spokesperson said.
