Last updated October 5, 2026 · ranked from 1,747 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 5 sandwich shops in and around Howell, MI, led by Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Subway and Kroger Deli. Together they have 1,747 Google reviews; Kroger Deli has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.8. Every place on the list is in Howell, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Sandwiches, wraps and custom smoothies give Tropical Smoothie Cafe at 1455 N Michigan Ave in Howell, MI a menu that supports its first-place ranking alongside a 4.3-star Google rating from 286 reviews. Positive review excerpts praise the food, smoothies and friendly people. The casual, quiet setting offers counter service and seating, while takeout, curbside pickup and delivery provide alternatives to dining in. Daily hours extending to 9 p.m., free parking and a children’s menu add practical appeal.
Sandwiches and wraps
Custom smoothies
Curbside pickup available
“Ordered smoothie that comes with white chocolate. Asked for extra. Got none. Unfortunately without it the taste sucks so it went to the trash. No one is ever happy throwing away money.”
Build-your-own sandwiches, late hours, and positive comments on freshness put Subway at No. 2. The shop at 114 W Highland Rd, Suite 300, in Howell, MI holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 198 reviews. Reviewers praise friendly staff, a clean store, and fast service at a decent price. Vegetarian options add flexibility, while dine-in, takeout, curbside pickup, and delivery cover several ways to order. It opens daily at 9 a.m. and stays open until 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Build-your-own sandwiches
Vegetarian options
Late weekend hours
“DO NOT GO HERE EVER. Worst subway ever. I ordered 2 subs, some cookies, chips and 2 drinks. They MIXED UP MY SUBS with someone else. Someone else is going to be just as mad too. I got a sub I couldn't eat and then I called to see if I co…”
Freshly sliced meats and cheeses, handcrafted sandwiches and flexible pickup options earn Kroger Deli the No. 3 spot. At 108 W Highland Rd in Howell, MI, the deli pairs its sandwiches with salads and prepared sides, while party platters cover larger orders. Takeout, delivery and in-store pickup offer several ways to get a meal. Its Google rating is 4.8 stars from 10 reviews, and one reviewer specifically praises how easy it is to order and get the weight correct.
Daily hours from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and several ordering options earn Jimmy John's its No. 4 spot. At 1485 N Michigan Ave in Howell, MI, this counter-service shop specializes in sub and club sandwiches, with signature potato chips alongside. Vegetarian options are available, and customers can dine in, take out, or order delivery. Free lot and street parking add convenience. Its 3.8-star Google rating across 242 reviews comes with complaints about delivery delays and incorrect ingredients.
Sub and club sandwiches
Vegetarian options
Free parking
“My daughter tried to order 20 minutes before they closed and the online app wasn't working, so the young girl who answered kept pretending she didn't understand our street name spelling "Is that an A??" (When my daughter clearly said K)…”
Early opening hours and several pickup options earn McDonald's its fifth-place spot in Howell, MI. The location at 2205 W Grand River Ave offers burgers and chicken sandwiches, with drive-through, takeout, curbside pickup and delivery available. Doors open at 5 a.m. on weekdays and 6 a.m. on weekends, with service until 11 p.m. daily. One reviewer praises employees for remembering hot sauce without prompting, while the children's menu, high chairs and changing tables add practical value for families.
Early opening hours
Drive-through and delivery
Children's menu
“Lunchtime and no big Mac patties thawed, so no big macs. Poor planning.”
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each sandwich shop is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Howell category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Which sandwich options in Howell, MI have the highest Google ratings?
Kroger Deli leads these listings with 4.8 stars from 10 reviews, followed by Grand river liquor & subs with 4.5 stars from 32 reviews. Tropical Smoothie Cafe and Subway each have 4.3 stars, with 286 and 198 reviews respectively.
Where can I get sandwiches late in Howell, MI?
Subway at 114 W Highland Rd Ste 300 is open until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. McDonald's at 2205 W Grand River Ave closes at 11 p.m. every day. Jimmy John's and Tropical Smoothie Cafe both close at 9 p.m. daily.
Which places offer vegetarian options or build-your-own sandwiches?
Subway in Howell, MI offers build-your-own sandwiches and salads and lists vegetarian options. Jimmy John's also lists vegetarian options alongside its sub and club sandwiches. Tropical Smoothie Cafe offers sandwiches, wraps and custom smoothies.
Which sandwich businesses in Howell, MI offer delivery or pickup?
All six businesses list delivery. Subway, Tropical Smoothie Cafe and McDonald's also offer curbside pickup and takeout. Jimmy John's offers takeout and no-contact delivery, while Kroger Deli offers in-store pickup and takeout. McDonald's also has a drive-through.
Where can I order sandwiches for a group in Howell, MI?
Jimmy John's at 1485 N Michigan Ave and Subway at 114 W Highland Rd Ste 300 both list catering. Kroger Deli at 108 W Highland Rd offers party platters, sandwiches, salads and prepared sides.
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