News Summary
The University of Houston introduces Houston Street Subs at its Student Center South, providing students with a new dining option after the previous eatery received poor feedback. Opened on January 11, 2025, the new sub shop aims to satisfy students’ cravings with customizable sandwiches, healthier alternatives, and an improved dining experience. Alongside this launch, other dining options at the Student Center are also undergoing exciting changes in celebration of the center’s 10th anniversary.
Houston Welcomes Houston Street Subs to the University Campus!
The University of Houston has recently rolled out a tasty new option for students at its Student Center South—Houston Street Subs! This exciting change took place on January 11, 2025, and brings a fresh taste to campus dining after the previous eatery, Melt Lab, didn’t quite hit the mark.
Why the Change?
Last fall, Melt Lab replaced Mondos Sandwich Shop, marking the second change in the same location in just six months. And while it may seem that these sandwiches were meant to be a hit, student feedback and transaction data told a different story! Many students reported having less-than-ideal experiences at both previous establishments—issues like undercooked food, underwhelming options, and even poor packaging were common complaints that couldn’t be ignored. One student even voiced their discontent saying that their grilled cheese was stuck to the packaging—yikes!
With students expressing their dissatisfaction loudly and clearly, the university listened. Senior Associate Vice Chancellor Emily Messa explained that there was a clear demand among students for a quality sub-shop option in the food service mix. They took advantage of the winter break to make the switch to Houston Street Subs, hoping to better meet the needs of the campus community.
The Houston Street Subs Experience
Originating from Texas A&M University back in 2014, Houston Street Subs has grown tremendously and expanded to multiple universities across Texas in the last decade. The sub shop is known for its customizable signature sandwiches served on white or wheat rolls with a variety of options for vegetables, cheese, and sauces. This is music to many students’ ears, especially since they are looking for healthier alternatives compared to traditional fast food options. One psychology senior even noted that Houston Street Subs feels like a better choice compared to places like Panda Express and Chick-fil-A!
A Tasty Transformation
The overall vibe around the new Houston Street Subs is one of excitement and optimism! Other students have commented on how attractive the sandwiches look and found the prices quite reasonable. With hours from 10:30 am to 8:00 pm Monday to Friday, and open on Sundays from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm, students now have more flexible options to grab a delicious bite between classes.
More Changes at the Student Center
Along with the new sub shop in the Student Center, there have been some other notable changes, too! Asado Tacos & Bowls, Absurd Bird, and Paper Lantern are introducing new menu items to keep things exciting. The ever-popular breakfast service at Chick-fil-A has been relaunched, while Taco Stand has decided to discontinue breakfast offerings.
For those looking forward to more delicious options, What It Do BBQ is gearing up to open at the Stadium Parking Garage, and Einstein’s Bros. Bagels will be reopening this Spring after being closed due to damage from Hurricane Beryl. Plus, Cougar Woods, which reopened recently on January 10, 2025, has plans for a grand reopening celebration on January 16, featuring eight updated food stations to announce with a bang!
Celebrating 10 Years of the Student Center
The buzz around campus doesn’t stop there—the university is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Student Center with a special promotion called “Days of Deals”. This promotion runs until January 17, featuring varied deals at multiple food outlets, so students can enjoy some tasty savings!
Looking ahead, Phase II updates for Cougar Woods are on track for Summer 2025, promising even more enhancements to campus dining options. And while there’s ongoing chatter about McDonald’s and potential proposals, it looks like the university is taking its time to ensure the best dining experience for everyone.
With all these savory changes, students at the University of Houston have every reason to cheer as they sink their teeth into the flavors of Houston Street Subs! Here’s to enjoying those delicious new sandwiches and a brighter dining future.
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Additional Resources
- The Daily Cougar
- Wikipedia: Sandwich
- Food Service Director
- Google Search: Texas A&M Dining
- Eater Houston
- Google Scholar: Houston Banh Mi
- Houston Chronicle
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Houston restaurants
- KBTX
- Google News: Texas A&M Mobile Ordering
