{"id":233380,"date":"2026-03-29T21:02:51","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T01:02:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/?p=233380"},"modified":"2026-03-29T11:24:13","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T15:24:13","slug":"mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj\/","title":{"rendered":"Mike&#8217;s Giant Submarines: A Belmar Staple for Authentic Deli Eats"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"custom_featured_image\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj-800x533.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"Mike&#039;s Giant Submarines in Belmar Featured Image\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj-800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj-585x390.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj-263x175.png 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><div id=\"custom_category\" style=\"display:none;\">shore eats<\/div><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food is a vital part of any community, and when it comes to the Jersey Shore, a quality deli sandwich is a must-have for the beach. That\u2019s where Mike\u2019s Submarines enters the conversation:&nbsp; a staple in Belmar known for its neighborhood vibes and classic subs. The <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jersey Shore Girl<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> stopped by and spoke with the owner, Bob Pable, who took us back to how this sandwich shop came to be and how it&#8217;s become a core part of <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/millennial-girls-guide-jersey-shore-nj\/\">Jersey Shore culture<\/a>. <\/span><b>Read on to learn more about Mike\u2019s Giant Submarines, Belmar\u2019s go-to for an authentic deli sandwich experience.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-233385 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj.png\" alt=\"Mike's Giant Submarines in Belmar Featured Image\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj.png 1000w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj-800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj-585x390.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-belmar-nj-263x175.png 263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>The Roots<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Back in the early 1980s, Bob was working at The Shrimp Box, a Point Pleasant-based seafood <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/takeout-options-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">restaurant<\/a> (IYKYK it&#8217;s still a staple of the community in 2026). He was the one in charge of getting the staff\u2019s lunch order at Mike\u2019s Giant Submarine in Point Pleasant. That\u2019s when he met Peter Cancro, the owner of the local sandwich shop.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When Bob left Shrimp Box, Peter offered him a job making sandwiches, and from there, the rest is history. \u201cI happened to be in the back room one day, and Peter had one of his buddies there. I heard him talking about selling the store in Belmar. I remember saying \u2018I\u2019ll buy it!\u2019 and later on he asked me if I was serious,\u201d Bob recalled to <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Jersey Shore Girl<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>Read More:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/food-drink\/historic-restaurants-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">15 of New Jersey\u2019s Oldest Restaurants (That You Can Still Visit Today)<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bob was very serious,&nbsp; and on December 3, 1981, Mike\u2019s Giant Submarines was now his. \u201cIt was a good time, the economy was starting to shoot up. Within the next few years, it grew astronomically. The [Belmar location] grew its own identity and relationships with members of the community.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The owner expressed knowing it had made its mark when people who were visiting from North Jersey would stop by because they had to have a Mike\u2019s Giant Submarine:&nbsp; it was becoming a must-do when visiting the Jersey Shore.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bob told <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Jersey Shore Girl<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that much of the success of the shop was also connected to the fishing boats that were located at the marina just within walking distance from Mike\u2019s. Back then, he would open up the store at 6:00 AM so the fisherman could get sandwiches for their daily travel.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Franchise<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 1988, Pete decided to start franchising the sandwich shop. He took off the Giants + Submarines and set out to open locations nationwide.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the meantime, Bob had the right to keep the name as is in Belmar.\u201dWhen you love your product [like he loves the Mike\u2019s Giants Submarines ingredients], your fingerprints are all over it.\u201d The owner says he kept the name and sandwiches as is, made with love.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, in 2026, Pete\u2019s Jersey Mike\u2019s franchise has grown to over 3,000 locations nationwide.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Values<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-233383 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-2-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"Mike's Giant Submarines\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-2-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-2-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-2-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-2-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-2-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-2-1920x1920.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-2-1170x1170.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-2-585x585.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Throughout the years, the shop has had its ups and downs, but one thing has remained true: it has kept its classic feel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This business is family-owned and operated. Bob has four children: three boys and a girl. All were raised learning the industry. When <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Jersey Shore Girl<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> visited, his son and daughter were behind the counter making sandwiches for the locals and prepping toppings. Although all pursued their own careers and education, they always gravitated back to the sandwich shop. Bob presumes one will take over the business one day, making it a local <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themontclairgirl.com\/best-jersey-shore-boardwalks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jersey Shore staple<\/a> for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWe\u2019re making a memory,&nbsp; you know, how things used to be (and taste). We make our own meatballs, potato salad, macaroni salad, roast beef, oven-roasted turkey, and all-white tuna salad in-house,\u201d he said.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The owner knows that locals can get a sandwich almost anywhere,&nbsp; but it&#8217;s the neighborhood service, the friendly banter that keeps people coming back. He recalls seeing the progression of the people in the community and feels honored to have customers who have become friends for over 45 years.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>\u200bPresent Day Neighborhood<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-233384 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"Mike's Giant Submarines\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-1920x1920.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-1170x1170.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-585x585.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fast forward to 2026, and Bob has a genuine appreciation for Belmar and how the location of Mike\u2019s Giant Submarine is centrally located in what has become a hub for quality food, drinks, and live entertainment &#8211; a food court of small businesses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bob has witnessed the evolution of downtown Belmar, as many beloved restaurants, bars, and <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/allergy-friendly-bakeries-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bakeries<\/a> have come and gone. He loves the local businesses around him, such as Beach Haus Brewery, where he recommends catching a summer sunset.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He also loves being close to the marina, and being just a bicycle ride away for customers to grab a sandwich before heading off to the beach for the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>The Menu + Service<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-233382 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-3-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"Mike's Giant Submarines\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-3-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-3-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-3-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-3-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-3-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-3-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-3-1920x1920.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-3-1170x1170.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/mikes-giant-submarines-3-585x585.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When asked about the secret strategy to building the ideal submarine sandwich, Bob said it&#8217;s all about the \u201cend-to-end. You want to have a little bit of everything in it. Be as consistent as possible.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The menu options at Mike\u2019s Giant Submarines include a lineup of <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/best-cheesesteaks-jersey-shore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cheesesteaks<\/a>: the Pizza, Cali, Mexi, Bacon, or Classic Cheese. Of course, there are the classic turkey, ham, salami, or bologna varieties of cold subs. Plus, all roast beef, over-roasted turkey, tuna salad, chicken salad, and meatballs are made in-house.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add-ons include deli pickles, chipotle mayo, and hot pepper shooters. To personalize further, any sub can be turned into a wrap (with a gluten-free option).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The menu doesn\u2019t reflect any new age additions like chicken fingers and fries, etc., because Bob feels it&#8217;s important to stick to tradition and prioritize quality over quantity, keeping the business close to its roots: making delicious sandwiches.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To add to the classic vibe, there are black-and-white cookies available and of course, variations of chips, sodas, and more deli sandwich must-have accompaniments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When The Jersey Shore Girl asked for a sandwich recommendation, Bob told us that \u201cThe one that put Mike\u2019s Giant Submarines on the map would be the number two [cheese, boiled ham, and cappacuolo].\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Moving Forward<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When asked about the highlights of owning the store, Bob said it&#8217;s all about seeing generations of families come together at the store and being part of a sense of community.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bob referred to Mike\u2019s Giant Submarines as \u201cthe blue jeans\u201d of the community. \u201cYou know, it goes with just about anything you do. I like that. I\u2019m just happy to be here. I\u2019m happy to be part of the shore,\u201d he told us.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He values being part of the town&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/dating-jersey-shore-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">community<\/a>, enjoying watching local children grow up, and interacting with residents who return in the winter to check their summer homes, often stopping in to grab a sandwich before heading back north.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u200bFor those who want that feeling of nostalgia, a corner store with a friendly face and local vibe, Mike\u2019s Giant Submarines is a source of comfort &#8211; filled with homemade proteins, plenty of toppings, and Jersey Shore love.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>See More:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/best-hot-dogs-bergen-county-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">16 Must-Try Hot Dog Spots in Bergen County<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow @thejerseyshoregirl_ on<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thejerseyshoregirl_\/?hl=en\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the latest Jersey Shore updates, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twilight-lion-90332.myflodesk.com\/jrf4qhj7qk\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sign up for our weekly newsletter here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that shares everything you missed each week, and check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/jerseyshore\/events\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">events calendar<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which has over 40+ events weekly to peruse.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"categories\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/thejerseyshoregirl.com\/news\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stories<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>shore eatsFood is a vital part of any community, and when it comes to the Jersey Shore, a quality deli sandwich is&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":391,"featured_media":233385,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[9645,764,9640,9593],"tags":[9680,9694,9706,9673,9689,9668,9667,9755],"class_list":["post-233380","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-belmar","category-food-drink","category-jersey-shore-towns","category-local-girl-rss-feed","tag-beach-life","tag-coastal-living","tag-food-drink","tag-jersey-shore","tag-local-eats","tag-lunch","tag-restaurants","tag-tlg"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.6 (Yoast SEO v27.6) - 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