Blimpie — Restaurant in Phoenix

I’ve always had fond memories of Blimpie’s. It’s a place I used to associate with fresh sandwiches, fast service, and great flavors. Naturally, when I saw a Blimpie’s location nearby, I couldn’t resist stopping in to relive those nostalgic moments. Unfortunately, my recent visit was anything but enjoyable. It left me questioning how such a well-known establishment could let things spiral so out of control.

Let’s start with the cleanliness—or lack thereof. The first thing that caught my eye as I walked in was the state of the ice machine. There was visible black residue on the edges, and it was clear that this machine hadn’t been cleaned in ages. It immediately made me wonder about the general hygiene practices in this location. Still, I was hopeful that the food might be up to standard, so I decided to stay.

My optimism quickly faded when I saw the worker behind the counter. His shirt was visibly dirty, which was unappetizing to say the least. As if that wasn’t bad enough, he wasn’t wearing a hair net, and his long hair kept falling into his face. I could only pray it didn’t end up in the food. Professionalism and basic hygiene were clearly not priorities here.

The service was another disaster. We ordered a simple sandwich, but it took over 40 minutes to prepare. Forty minutes! For a sandwich. I kept looking around to see if there was some sort of rush, but the place was nearly empty. It was baffling how such a straightforward order could take so long. The worker moved at a snail’s pace, and there was no sense of urgency whatsoever.

The final nail in the coffin? During the painfully long wait, the worker casually mentioned that several ingredients were expired and that some items had mold. Yes, mold. He said this as if it were a normal, everyday occurrence. I couldn’t believe what I was hearing. How does a restaurant even operate under such conditions? It was horrifying to think that these expired and potentially moldy items might end up in someone’s meal.

When the sandwich finally arrived, it was lackluster at best. The bread was stale, and the vegetables didn’t look or taste fresh. Given the earlier comment about mold and expiration dates, I couldn’t even bring myself to eat more than a few bites. It was incredibly disappointing, especially for a brand that once prided itself on quality and freshness. The chicken tasted old the sandwich were gross .. just a shit sandwich

In addition to the food and service issues, the overall atmosphere of the location was depressing. The dining area wasn’t properly cleaned, with crumbs and trash left on tables and the floor. The trash bins were overflowing, and there was a strange odor in the air that made the experience even less appetizing. It felt like the staff had completely given up on maintaining any semblance of a welcoming environment.

I’ve never written such a negative review before, but this experience was shocking on so many levels. Blimpie’s used to be a name I trusted for quick, delicious sandwiches. Now, I’m left with a bad taste in my mouth—both figuratively and literally. I wouldn’t recommend this location to anyone. In fact, I’d urge the management to seriously evaluate their staff, cleanliness standards, and overall operations. This is not the Blimpie’s I remember, and it’s a shame to see a once-great establishment in such a terrible state.

Until these issues are addressed, I won’t be returning. There are plenty of other places to get a fresh, well-made sandwich without the horror show I experienced here. For those considering a visit to this location, my advice is simple: don’t waste your time...

We decided to try Blimpies again after a several year hiatus. Hoping that it just might have gotten better. Yeah, it didn’t. First impressions, a little dirty and the rap music was thought to be questionable for a public place.

Let’s talk about the food first. Looked appetizing. My spouse and I decided to split the ham and cheese. We got our order, sat down to eat and it was the most bland sandwich I have had in a long time. Hardly any flavor and the bread had a gritty texture to it. Extremely disappointing. So this was most definitely a no go in my book. So I was hoping the cookie I got in place of the chips was going to be their saving grace. No such luck. To bad for them.

One semi-positive thing, the person behind the counter was nice and helpful. Unfortunately this isn’t enough to make up for this next topic.

While trying to choke down our sandwich, I was listening to the music which was most definitely inappropriate for a family setting. The N word and F word were being dropped like a snaking hot potato that someone threw to you from across the room. I’m in an interracial relationship and even my better have was commenting oh how inappropriate this music was for this type of environment.

So, wrapping things up, we couldn’t wait to get out of there never to...

I love this Blimpe and everyone that works here! The owners & staff are very perfessonal, kind, friendly & truly treat me like family! I always have a positive experience. The food is always fresh, delicious and their fresh bread not only tastes great but smells wonderful too. I love how they slice the meat and cheese on the spot and their fresh veggies are always cut perfectly. I appreciate how clean this location always is and how the staff always uses top notch measures in clean food handling. My favorite girl always remembers exactly what I like and makes it off memory perfectly every time! I also really enjoy our conversation while she promptly makes my sandwich! Honestly all the staff here treat me so well I look forward to visiting/chatting with them as much as I look forward to the amazing food! I also love that they always honer coupons and will let me know if the daily special or coupon will be the best deal! This is absolutely my favorite place to go when I am craving a delicious sandwich. I highly recommend this location. I go at least once a week or more. It is...