The day has finally come, Hoboken! Jersey Mike’s is officially open in the Mile Square as of August 7th.
Jersey Mike’s self-describes itself as an authentic sub sandwich franchise that’s been serving subs at over 2,000 locations nationwide since 1956. Located at 202 Hudson Street, Jersey Mike’s is taking over the former Fran’s Italian Delicatessen location, which closed suddenly over a year ago.
Changes at the former site of Fran’s happened pretty quickly. On June 30th of 2018, the deli abruptly closed its doors and by July 14th, Hoboken Girl reported that signage for Jersey Mike’s had already gone up on the site’s storefront. Now, a little less than a month later, Jersey Mike’s is ready to start serving the Mile Square.
Previously, Jersey Mike’s announced on its website that the Hoboken location was shooting to open on July 24th. However, that tentative opening date came and went. But as of August 7th, Jersey Mike’s Hoboken location opened for real. Ready to get your hands on a sub? Here’s what you can expect from Jersey Mike’s. Keep reading to learn more about Jersey Mike’s sub chain in Hoboken.
A Delicious Blend
Wondering which ingredients are responsible for that delicious Jersey Mike’s signature flavor? According to their website, their subs are made with something called “The Juice.” Their website reads, “The Juice adds that certain something extra… It’s how a Jersey Mike’s sub gets its exquisite zing.”
So, what is it? A blend of red wine vinegar and olive oil is who’s to thank. It adds a signature kick to each sub and keeps sub-lovers coming back for more.
Local Produce
Jersey Mike’s prides itself on using locally-grown, packaged, and shipped produce. With a name like Jersey Mike’s — it seems safe to say this franchise started out local, which means you’ll be getting the freshest of locally-grown and sourced ingredients.
Surrounding locations include Secaucus, East Rutherford, Kearny, Bayonne, Fort Lee, Newark, New Rochelle Park, West Orange, South Orange, and Union, New Jersey.
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Fresh Bread Baked Daily
Delicious bread is arguably one of the most important parts of a sub sandwich. According to Jersey Mike’s website, they make their bread fresh in-house daily. Jersey Mike’s has both traditional white, whole wheat, rosemary parm, and gluten-free bread.
“It’s the only way to have a truly authentic Jersey Mike’s sub,” their website says.
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What to Expect From the Menu
Hoboken Girl was actually lucky enough to get our hands on a menu and the options are as savory as they sound.
Freshly sliced and ready to order options are Jersey Mike’s American Classics like ham + provolone, roast beef + provolone, and turkey + provolone. In need of an Italian favorite? There’s The Super Sub, The Original Italian, and Jersey Shore’s Favorite — provolone, ham, and cappacuolo.
Also on the menu is a Tuna Fish sandwich, a plant-based option for vegetarians called The Veggie, and two club subs: the Club Sub and Club Supreme.
There’s a whole other side of the menu dedicated to chicken cheesesteaks and cheesesteaks. With five different chicken cheesesteak options — from chicken bacon ranch to buffalo chicken {featuring Frank’s Red Hot Sauce} — and three different regular cheesesteaks — Mike’s Famous Philly, Chipotle, and The Big Kahuna. And for tinier tummies, there’s a mini kids’ menu.
And if it’s catering you’re looking for, Jersey Mike’s features a ton of catering options including subs by the bag, individual boxed lunches, and even sweets.
Are you excited for Jersey Mike’s to open? Let us know in the comments below!
Who’s Running for Hoboken Mayor in 2025?
On Friday, January 10th, Hoboken Mayor Ravi Bhalla announced that he is not running for re-election in 2025. Mayor Bhalla was first elected in 2017 and has served two terms as Hoboken's mayor. His decision not to seek re-election ensures an interesting mayoral race in 2025, with several city officials already expected to run. As announcements are made, we'll be keeping track of all the prospective candidates in this article. Read on to see who's running for Hoboken Mayor this November.
Disclaimer: This list is for informational purposes only. The Hoboken Girl does not endorse any mayoral candidates.
About the Election
The 2025 Hoboken Mayoral Election will take place on Tuesday, November 4th. The election will determine who will hold office in the upcoming term from 2026 - 2030. In Hoboken, the office is popularly elected in a non-partisan municipal election and held for a four-year term without term limits.
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Official 2025 Hoboken Mayoral Candidate Announcements:
Emily Jabbour
On Monday, January 13th, Emily Jabbour formally announced plans to run for Hoboken Mayor in 2025 via a press release. Emily currently serves as Councilperson-at-Large for the City of Hoboken, a position she was first elected to in 2017. She was elected to a second term in 2021 and served as the City Council President in 2023. In the press release, Emily said: "We’ve got more work to do for better schools, safer neighborhoods, improved constituent services, public transportation that works for all of us, and real transparency and accountability in how decisions get made and taxpayer money gets spent." Watch her announcement video here.
Other Candidates Expected to Run
In a newsletter to constituents on January 13, 2025, Tiffanie Fisher shared she is "exploring running for Mayor," as well as noting that four councilmembers including herself — Councilwoman Emily Jabbour, 4th Ward Councilman Ruben Ramos, and 3rd Ward Councilman Michael Russo — are currently considering running, with Councilwoman Jabbour already announcing her run on January 13th.
"I am sure there will be others. Petitions to be on the ballot are due at the end of August, and the election is in November," she explained.
FYI: We'll be updating this piece weekly as more candidates enter the race.
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