Firehouse Subs Italian

Have you ever wondered why the Firehouse Subs Italian is one of those subs people keep coming back to? The moment you taste it, you understand the hype. This sandwich loads up classic Italian deli meats like pepperoni, capicola and the unmistakably savory Genoa salami, all tucked into a perfectly toasted roll that gives you that crunchy-outside, soft-inside bite everyone looks for.

Then the flavors start layering. The melted provolone brings a creamy pull, the banana peppers add a bright tang, the onions give a crisp snap and the tomatoes and lettuce bring a fresh balance that keeps every bite from feeling heavy. The real flavor kicker is the Italian dressing, poured generously so it soaks into the meats and veggies and ties everything together with that familiar zesty punch.

It is bold, stacked, messy in the best way and built like a true deli-style classic. Whether you want to know how it tastes, how many calories it has or whether it is worth the order, this guide breaks everything down for you!

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Firehouse Subs Italian Price

• Small: $5.49
• Medium: $9.49
• Large: $13.49

Choose your Bread

• White Bread: $0.00
• Wheat Bread: $0.00

Choose Extra Toppings

• Banana Peppers: $0.00
• Black Olives: $0.00
• Black Pepper: $0.00
• Red Wine Vinegar: $0.00
• Salt: $0.00
• Pickles: $0.00
• Jalapeno: $0.00
• Oil: $0.00

Other Side Options

• Double Meat: $1.25
• Crispy Bacon: $0.00
• Sauteed Mushrooms: $0.50
• Extra Provolone Cheese: $0.25

Remove Options

• Skip the dressing: $0.00
• Skip the pickles: $0.00
• Skip the Provolone Cheese: $0.00
• Skip the  Mayonnaise: $0.00
• Skip the Spicy Mustard: $0.00

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Firehouse Subs Italian Calories

• Small: 470 kcal
• Medium: 940 kcal
• Large: 1450 kcal 

Firehouse Italian Sub Nutrition 

Small Sub

Medium Sub

Large Sub 

Firehouse Italian Sub Allergens  

What This Means For Your Diet

The Firehouse Subs Italian is a high calorie and high sodium option regardless of size, and as you move from the small to the medium and large versions, the fat content rises sharply and can easily exceed daily limits for many diets. 

At the same time, the protein content also increases with each size, which makes the larger subs more filling, although the sodium levels remain extremely high across the board, especially in the large size. Overall, the small sub works best for lighter meals, while the medium and large sizes are better suited for bigger appetites or shared portions.

What Each Firehouse Subs Italian Allergen Means?

• Gluten and Wheat: They are present in the sub roll. Avoid it if you have gluten sensitivity.
• Milk: Comes from the provolone cheese. Remove the cheese if you avoid dairy.
• Egg: May be in the dressing or sauces. Ask for no dressing if needed.
• Nitrates: Found in cured meats like pepperoni and salami. They are not suitable for nitrate-sensitive customers.
• Seeds: Can appear in bread or dressings. Check with the store if you have a seed allergy.
• Sulfites: Common in cured meats and dressings. Avoid the Firehouse Subs Italian if you are sulfite-sensitive.

Customers with sensitivities can still modify the Firehouse Italian to fit their needs. You can remove the cheese and dressing if you avoid dairy or egg, request an alternative bread option if you are gluten sensitive and choose a sub without cured meats if you are avoiding nitrates or sulfites.

Firehouse Italian Sub Recipe

The following is the recipe for the Italian Sub at Firehouse:

• Prep Time: 20 Minutes
• Cook time: 10 Minutes
• Total Time: 30 Minutes

Ingredients

• One small sliced tomato, 
• 1/4 thinly diced onions
• One toasted sub-roll
• Provolone cheese 2 slices
• Shredded lettuce
• 2-3 sliced banana peppers
• Zesty Italian dressing
• 3 slices Genoa salami
• Three slices capicola
• Three slices pepperoni

Making

• Toast the sub roll on medium heat for 2-3 minutes. 
• Start adding pepperoni slices, genoa salami, and capicola on the sub roll evenly.
• Start stacking the layers of meat together and add provolone cheese to let it melt.
• Now add the sliced onions, shredded lettuce, and diced tomatoes to the cheese. 
• Now drizzle Italian dressing on top of the meat and veggies and add the chopped banana pepper on top. 
• Close the sub roll and heat it for 1-2 minutes.
• Slice the roll in half to enjoy your Firehouse Subs Italian.

Secret Trick to Make It Taste Like Firehouse

You need to brush the inside of the roll lightly with oil and a touch of oregano before toasting. This gives the bread the warm deli aroma and slight herby taste that Firehouse is known for. Warming the entire assembled sub for a minute helps the flavors blend, just like their steam-toasting method.

Variations

Spicy Version

Add jalapeños, crushed red pepper and a drizzle of hot sauce before closing the sub. You can also use spicy capicola for an extra kick.

Low Calorie Version

Use one slice of provolone instead of two, skip the dressing or replace it with a light vinaigrette and add extra lettuce and tomatoes to keep it fresh without raising the calories.

Best Customizations and Add Ons

You can easily adjust the Firehouse Subs Italian to match your taste, and a few simple tweaks can take the flavor to another level. For added tang, extra provolone with extra banana peppers works really well. If you prefer a softer bite, ordering it on wheat is a good choice. 

For more depth, adding bacon gives the sub a smoky layer that blends nicely with the meats. If you want a lighter option, skipping the dressing helps reduce calories. Finally, if you enjoy a little heat, adding jalapeños gives the sub a stronger spicy edge.

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Conclusion

The Firehouse Subs Italian price, ingredients, allergens, calories, and recipe information are taken from publicly available data on the internet. Thus, we don’t claim it to be fully accurate. It is advised that you may call the nearest firehouse subs location for your convenience.