Z&J Asian Subs

The meat is great, the bread is good and whatever his wife makes out of veggies is sauce really brings it together. I recommend you order the sandwiches as they come and enjoy. The smoothies are good too!

Great sandwiches at great prices! Some of the best pulled pork, albacore tuna sandwiches, chicken sands and more, that you'll find in Humboldt. Boba tea and other beverages. Been loving this place for years.

They have great sandwiches and rice bowls with fine cut meats. It's the only place to buy boba tea and smoothies, which they have over 30 flavors to choose from. Great family run business, easy drive thru, quick and delicious, a must go. They even have the best doggie bags for a buck for fido!

The pork sub (medium spice) and boba smoothies here are bomb! I don’t know why it took me so long to try this place. Staff is always really friendly and helpful too.

The bbq & boba drinks are incredibly good. They have rib day on Friday, and pork belly served all week. You can get a whole pork belly tray for around $10, and admit it... it will be the best thing you did that day.

Vietnamese Bánh mì meets American barbeque! Loved this contactless food option (order/pay online and pick up in drive thru) while visiting the redwoods from LA. Not only was the owner super friendly with local tips but the food was super tasty as well. I got a barbecue pork Asian sub... which was like a barbecue pulled pork sandwich but with the traditional Bánh mì bread, toppings, and an Asian spice to the western BBQ sauce. Portion sizes were large. My wife is vegetarian and she really enjoyed the marinated tofu based option as well. We got some vanilla and almond boba to drink with the subs and they were both really good too.

Great sandwiches with amazing flavor. They have just started making ribs, and the are some of the best I've ever had - tender, juicy, falling off the bone. Such good food.

Best pulled pork sandwich within 550 miles !!!! Spicy is the way to get it and your choice of gourmet cheeses ! Must try ! Same price as the garbage pile with a side of grease you could get from the local fast food. Yuck! Fresh veggies on the sandwich and exquisite smoked pork ! Best food in humboldt !

Bahn mi is perfect. Every. Single. Time. I could eat on every day. Don't call them, though-- you'll have to wait in line anyway. They're pretty fast, though! The only time I have ever waited a while is when the people in front of me bought, like, five sandwiches and a few smoothies.

I LOVE that this is a healthy and so quick of a stop for lunch! Might go to is the chicken rice bowl with avocado! Fresh shredded chicken on top of steamed white rice with a hefty serving of fresh steamed vegetables. In a drive-through.!?!? YES PLEASE. Of course I always have to get a fresh fruit smoothie with Boba because treat yourself. 5 stars.

Drive-thru specializing in smoked meat, located right next to Target. Ordered a pork belly sub on a baguette (you may know this as a banh mi). Comes wrapped, but when we opened it, it was absolutely loaded with meat and vegetables. A perfect amount of sauce gives a fantastic tang to go with the carrots and cilantro. The smoked pork belly is a unique add to it but 1000% recommend.

So good. They smoke all their own meats and have really fresh ingredients. The combination of the spicy pulled pork and the pickled vegetables on a crusty roll is immaculate. I like the pulled pork the best, but both the bbq beef and the pork belly are solid choices as well. And for the vegetarians, my wife says the tofu sandwich is good. Drive through only, but I've shown up in my car, on bike, on foot. Quick service. Do yourself a favor and stop here, I'm usually here at least once a week.

I wish I could give it more than 5 stars! Found this place on a Google search traveling through Eureka and were not disappointed. We tried three different meats (BBQ Beef was my favorite) with all the spice levels and we loved all of them. Service was excellent, and he was super patient as we made our choices. 10/10 would recommend.

Shelby Huddleson Realtor

I LOVE that this is a healthy and so quick of a stop for lunch! Might go to is the chicken rice bowl with avocado! Fresh shredded chicken on top of steamed white rice with a hefty serving of fresh steamed vegetables. In a drive-through.!?!? YES PLEASE. Of course I always have to get a fresh fruit smoothie with Boba because treat yourself. 5 stars.

Jesse Niou

Drive-thru specializing in smoked meat, located right next to Target. Ordered a pork belly sub on a baguette (you may know this as a banh mi). Comes wrapped, but when we opened it, it was absolutely loaded with meat and vegetables. A perfect amount of sauce gives a fantastic tang to go with the carrots and cilantro. The smoked pork belly is a unique add to it but 1000% recommend.

Tim Donaghy

So good. They smoke all their own meats and have really fresh ingredients. The combination of the spicy pulled pork and the pickled vegetables on a crusty roll is immaculate. I like the pulled pork the best, but both the bbq beef and the pork belly are solid choices as well. And for the vegetarians, my wife says the tofu sandwich is good. Drive through only, but I've shown up in my car, on bike, on foot. Quick service. Do yourself a favor and stop here, I'm usually here at least once a week.

Chris Hiett

I wish I could give it more than 5 stars! Found this place on a Google search traveling through Eureka and were not disappointed. We tried three different meats (BBQ Beef was my favorite) with all the spice levels and we loved all of them. Service was excellent, and he was super patient as we made our choices. 10/10 would recommend.

They know my Sammy by my name! Amazing service with a smile and super friendly always Genuinely care about our community Ohh the food? Once you have it you can’t not have it I get deconstructed Sammy’s to take to my family in San Diego! They crave it The very best always

Z & J Asian Subs in Eureka is a hidden treasure that offers a fusion of bold Asian flavors and the casual convenience of a sub shop. From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted by the mouthwatering aroma of freshly prepared ingredients and the warmth of a team that clearly loves what they do. Over the years, Z & J has become a personal favorite of mine—one of those places I find myself craving again and again. --- A Unique Culinary Adventure Z & J isn’t your typical sandwich shop—it’s an experience. Their menu takes inspiration from Vietnamese, Thai, and other Asian cuisines, blending traditional flavors with a fresh, modern twist. Each sub is made with care, starting with a perfectly crisp baguette and ending with a symphony of textures and flavors. --- The Sub That Changed Everything One visit to Z & J, and I was hooked. I ordered the Lemongrass Chicken Sub, and it’s been my go-to ever since. The chicken was marinated to perfection, bursting with citrusy and herbaceous flavors, while the crisp pickled carrots and radishes added the perfect tangy crunch. A touch of jalapeño gave it a spicy kick, and the fresh cilantro tied everything together beautifully. Each bite was an explosion of flavor, and I remember thinking, “Why haven’t I been eating sandwiches like this my whole life?” --- Beyond the Subs While their subs are the main attraction, Z & J also offers other incredible dishes that highlight their culinary creativity. The spring rolls are light and refreshing, served with a sweet and savory dipping sauce that perfectly complements the fresh veggies and shrimp. Their pho is another standout—a steaming bowl of fragrant broth loaded with tender beef and perfectly cooked noodles. Pairing it with a traditional Vietnamese iced coffee added the perfect sweet, creamy finish to my meal. --- A Personal Touch What makes Z & J truly special is the personal connection they bring to every meal. The staff are always friendly, welcoming, and eager to share their passion for the food they serve. On one of my visits, I struck up a conversation with the team, and they shared how much pride they take in sourcing fresh ingredients and preparing everything in-house. It’s clear that they’re not just making food—they’re creating an experience. --- Why Z & J Is a Must-Visit Z & J Asian Subs is more than just a place to grab lunch—it’s a celebration of flavor, culture, and community. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite on the go or sitting down to savor a meal, you’ll leave feeling satisfied and excited to come back for more. --- Final Thoughts If you’re in Eureka and looking for something fresh, flavorful, and unforgettable, Z & J Asian Subs should be at the top of your list. The care and creativity that go into every dish are unmatched, and the vibrant flavors will have you coming back time and time again. Skip the ordinary and treat yourself to a taste of something extraordinary—you won’t regret it!

They have Boba/ Bubble Teas and an array of different other Coffee and smoothies. Also they have great food available. The place is very nice and they really make you feel they are catering to your every need they are capable of!

Best boba in town!! So many flavor options. The tea has black tea and the smoothies are milk or cream based. I go back and forth depending on if I'm getting it for a snack or a pick me up. The sandwiches are tasty but I haven't tried anything else here, even though it always smells so good!! The family is super friendly and always 100 with customer service.

This is one of my favorite places to come and enjoy lunch. They're reasonably priced and they always provide quality meals. The albacore tuna sandwich is excellent. I love that they use shredded carrots, cucumber spears and the spicy sauce. I appreciate that this is a small family business. They are always giving out samples of smoothies and are very pleasant people.

OMG soooo good! I got the tofu veggie sub with avocado. So good wish i got two! The thai boba was a sugary delight. The sub has so many flavors its a complex profile. I urge anyone to stop and get one or three

The drive thru can take a while but that means they are making food as ordered. Very fresh. Liked the BBQ pulled pork round bun sandwich better than the pork belly (had to take off way too many marinated carrots). First time having a boba smoothie, it was absolutely delicious, especially the popping bobas. We'll be back to explore menu items for sure!

Very authentic Bánh mì sandwich. The owner is vastly proud of their pork belly, and should be! Wonderfully sweet and friendly staff. My newest addiction.

I love getting the taro boba and pan of pork belly!! Absolutely yummy!!! Staff is always super friendly and helpful even when I completely mess up my online order!!

Excellent service! The subs are great. I'll note the avocado melts are not a ton of food even with the pork belly, but the subs are perfect. The melts are good if your appetite isn't as high, but you want a little pick-me-up. The folks who work there are super sweet and really care about the food, it's evident!

The food here is always top notch. Especially the pork belly. I enjoy their rice bowls and their sandwiches. My go to drink is a Thai tea with boba or a watermelon smoothie with boba. The staff is always hella friendly.

Ordered the avocado melt added pork belly and it was so creamy and delicious. Loved the spicy mayo. Also order the pulled pork spicy sub which was also good and the spicy is actually spicy. All the produce was crispy and fresh gave the sandwich a nice crunch. Service was great and food didn't take too long.

Douglas Moss

Very authentic Bánh mì sandwich. The owner is vastly proud of their pork belly, and should be! Wonderfully sweet and friendly staff. My newest addiction.

Margaret Harrelson

I love getting the taro boba and pan of pork belly!! Absolutely yummy!!! Staff is always super friendly and helpful even when I completely mess up my online order!!

Gustavo Sanchez

The food here is always top notch. Especially the pork belly. I enjoy their rice bowls and their sandwiches. My go to drink is a Thai tea with boba or a watermelon smoothie with boba. The staff is always hella friendly.

Julie Gaethle

They know my Sammy by my name! Amazing service with a smile and super friendly always Genuinely care about our community Ohh the food? Once you have it you can’t not have it I get deconstructed Sammy’s to take to my family in San Diego! They crave it The very best always

Ladelle Tomson

They have Boba/ Bubble Teas and an array of different other Coffee and smoothies. Also they have great food available. The place is very nice and they really make you feel they are catering to your every need they are capable of!

Redwood Reef

Z & J Asian Subs in Eureka is a hidden treasure that offers a fusion of bold Asian flavors and the casual convenience of a sub shop. From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted by the mouthwatering aroma of freshly prepared ingredients and the warmth of a team that clearly loves what they do. Over the years, Z & J has become a personal favorite of mine—one of those places I find myself craving again and again. --- A Unique Culinary Adventure Z & J isn’t your typical sandwich shop—it’s an experience. Their menu takes inspiration from Vietnamese, Thai, and other Asian cuisines, blending traditional flavors with a fresh, modern twist. Each sub is made with care, starting with a perfectly crisp baguette and ending with a symphony of textures and flavors. --- The Sub That Changed Everything One visit to Z & J, and I was hooked. I ordered the Lemongrass Chicken Sub, and it’s been my go-to ever since. The chicken was marinated to perfection, bursting with citrusy and herbaceous flavors, while the crisp pickled carrots and radishes added the perfect tangy crunch. A touch of jalapeño gave it a spicy kick, and the fresh cilantro tied everything together beautifully. Each bite was an explosion of flavor, and I remember thinking, “Why haven’t I been eating sandwiches like this my whole life?” --- Beyond the Subs While their subs are the main attraction, Z & J also offers other incredible dishes that highlight their culinary creativity. The spring rolls are light and refreshing, served with a sweet and savory dipping sauce that perfectly complements the fresh veggies and shrimp. Their pho is another standout—a steaming bowl of fragrant broth loaded with tender beef and perfectly cooked noodles. Pairing it with a traditional Vietnamese iced coffee added the perfect sweet, creamy finish to my meal. --- A Personal Touch What makes Z & J truly special is the personal connection they bring to every meal. The staff are always friendly, welcoming, and eager to share their passion for the food they serve. On one of my visits, I struck up a conversation with the team, and they shared how much pride they take in sourcing fresh ingredients and preparing everything in-house. It’s clear that they’re not just making food—they’re creating an experience. --- Why Z & J Is a Must-Visit Z & J Asian Subs is more than just a place to grab lunch—it’s a celebration of flavor, culture, and community. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite on the go or sitting down to savor a meal, you’ll leave feeling satisfied and excited to come back for more. --- Final Thoughts If you’re in Eureka and looking for something fresh, flavorful, and unforgettable, Z & J Asian Subs should be at the top of your list. The care and creativity that go into every dish are unmatched, and the vibrant flavors will have you coming back time and time again. Skip the ordinary and treat yourself to a taste of something extraordinary—you won’t regret it!

KD

Ordered the avocado melt added pork belly and it was so creamy and delicious. Loved the spicy mayo. Also order the pulled pork spicy sub which was also good and the spicy is actually spicy. All the produce was crispy and fresh gave the sandwich a nice crunch. Service was great and food didn't take too long.

Jamie Hadley

OMG soooo good! I got the tofu veggie sub with avocado. So good wish i got two! The thai boba was a sugary delight. The sub has so many flavors its a complex profile. I urge anyone to stop and get one or three

Katherine Nunes-Siciliani

Excellent service! The subs are great. I'll note the avocado melts are not a ton of food even with the pork belly, but the subs are perfect. The melts are good if your appetite isn't as high, but you want a little pick-me-up. The folks who work there are super sweet and really care about the food, it's evident!

James Pederson

One of top three places to get a Sammich! Love the Pork Belly! Joe and his wife are amazing. The medium sauce i can't get enough of!

LeEtta Cook

Best boba in town!! So many flavor options. The tea has black tea and the smoothies are milk or cream based. I go back and forth depending on if I'm getting it for a snack or a pick me up. The sandwiches are tasty but I haven't tried anything else here, even though it always smells so good!! The family is super friendly and always 100 with customer service.

Moon Ray

This is one of my favorite places to come and enjoy lunch. They're reasonably priced and they always provide quality meals. The albacore tuna sandwich is excellent. I love that they use shredded carrots, cucumber spears and the spicy sauce. I appreciate that this is a small family business. They are always giving out samples of smoothies and are very pleasant people.

Tiny little drive-up, but delicious sandwich and bubble tea! We split a prime rib sandwich with avocado and I got a honeydew bubble tea. If you're eating on the road, the carrots get a bit messy and can fall all over you. One sandwich was enough to split between 2 people, especially with a bubble tea on the side. A little pricey for a sandwich, but very fresh and loaded with veggies. I'd definitely visit again.

These are pretty tasty sub sandwiches! A little on the pricey side with the addition of avocado and cheese. Their smoothies with added boba are delicious and so fresh! I usually get the added banana and fresh whipped cream!

Smoothie is fantastic. No seating drive up window ...with the rain here its prob best to occupy the parking with seating and umbrellas*** Sandwhiches are stuffed with an overwhelming amount of carrots but still taste amazing. Loved every pop of flavor . I got a sub with cilantro onion chicken cucumber and mild sauce is zesty with a sweet after taste. Def a good sub shop and very different from anything I've had before.I got a free sample of a banana strawberry smoothie it was made to perfection I give four stars bc as this place is meant for quickness I'd like to sit and eat there as so I don't have to carry food home ..

I mostly go by here to get boba, it is delicious! Their sandwiches are also very good and have lots of flavor. My only wish is that they'd stay open longer. I really enjoy this place besides that!

They don’t peel the mangos for their smoothies. So if you like chewing on mango skin go here. So gross.

I go here a lot and get the same Thai tea with Boba. For some reason I got one that just didn’t taste good. When I went back to get it remade they wanted to charge me for a new one. Not good customer service.

Drive through only, there is no seating. Only get a half sandwich, unless you are really really really hungry. I liked the pulled pork better than the BBQ beef but neither was profound. The carrots are pretty heavy on vinegar and sugar - not my favorite. The mango peach banana smoothie with boba was middle of the road. It was fast. The meat was tender. The people working were really nice. The flavor a just off for me.

Ordered a pork sub, bbq beef rice bowl, and a milk boba for $35, a bit expensive. The boba didn’t have enough milk product so it was not as creamy as I like. The sauce on the sub was unlike any Vietnamese sandwich I have ever had. It was not bad tasting but it wasn’t an authentic flavor, more of a curry.

Ordered online and signed up to receive order update messages. After 30 minutes of waiting, got in line for the drive thru where they THEN made the sandwiches. BBQ flavor was overpowering, no mayo to be discerned on either sandwich, and the temperature was spotty at best (which is disappointing for a toasted sub). Overall, I can see this being a great experience for some people's preferred flavor profiles, or when not understaffed.... but I think I'll check out the rice bowl if I even come back.

Had the pork belly sandwich and the trip tip, as far as bahn mi subs I've had much better. I found the dressings a little to sweet and I got medium spicy and found there to be very little heat if any. I wish I had tried something else on the menu. Also it was pretty expensive. Maybe choose something else.

Don’t get the popping boba. I ordered brown sugar popping boba and they were rotten. Tasted and smelled like fermented recycling bin water. It ruined what would have been a good drink.

The albacore tasted old, not fresh. They didn't give much meat.. the bread was too heavy... Need some lighter bread or something. The spicy sauce was lacking. It has some heat but sugar isn't necessary it actually takes away from the taste that I like. I've had much better sandwiches. Very disappointed. Also I paid $23 for a sub and boba tea yes I added avocado and had a large, but that's what too expensive..... I won't be returning.

I wanted to like that sub so much because I spent $20 on a sub and a small smoothie. I thought I was giving myself a treat. I got the pulled pork sub medium spice. The things that were good with the sub were the bread and the cucumber. The meat, although it was fairly generous, did not have any flavor and was a really bad texture. Mushy. The sauce they put on the sub tasted like really really vinegar ketchup with maybe something else mixed in that was hard to pinpoint. I kept eating the sub trying to make it taste good but it didn’t work. Like I said, I really wanted to like this sub. And then to add insult to injury, the sandwich is wrapped in paper, which I really like because it’s environmentally sound. I bought the sandwich and drink for my car trip, so I was eating it while I’m driving. The paper wasn’t wrapped very well around the end of the sub. And like I said it’s paper. so when I took a bite the sauce which they put a little too much of just gushed out the bottom of the sub and all over my pants. I was going to visit family and had to go with that all over my clothes. Also, they somehow wrapped the paper into the sandwich like in between the bread and the stuff inside and no matter how hard I tried to pull it out while I was driving, I was eating paper. Some of the time when I thought I was eating paper. And in some of the time it wasn’t the paper it was just the really poorly textured pork that felt like paper in my mouth and didn’t have a flavor. Like I said, I really wanted to like this sandwich and kept eating it. After a while, I just gave up because I kept having to pull stuff out of my mouth that was either paper or tasted like paper. The cilantro was not chopped. It was left in whole pieces, so there were these branches of cilantro that would pull out of the sandwich while trying to get a bite. And then after about an hour or so my stomach started really hurting. I think it’s because there was so much vinegar in the sauce

Empty Intentions

Don’t get the popping boba. I ordered brown sugar popping boba and they were rotten. Tasted and smelled like fermented recycling bin water. It ruined what would have been a good drink.

J C

The albacore tasted old, not fresh. They didn't give much meat.. the bread was too heavy... Need some lighter bread or something. The spicy sauce was lacking. It has some heat but sugar isn't necessary it actually takes away from the taste that I like. I've had much better sandwiches. Very disappointed. Also I paid $23 for a sub and boba tea yes I added avocado and had a large, but that's what too expensive..... I won't be returning.

Roger The Dog

I wanted to like that sub so much because I spent $20 on a sub and a small smoothie. I thought I was giving myself a treat. I got the pulled pork sub medium spice. The things that were good with the sub were the bread and the cucumber. The meat, although it was fairly generous, did not have any flavor and was a really bad texture. Mushy. The sauce they put on the sub tasted like really really vinegar ketchup with maybe something else mixed in that was hard to pinpoint. I kept eating the sub trying to make it taste good but it didn’t work. Like I said, I really wanted to like this sub. And then to add insult to injury, the sandwich is wrapped in paper, which I really like because it’s environmentally sound. I bought the sandwich and drink for my car trip, so I was eating it while I’m driving. The paper wasn’t wrapped very well around the end of the sub. And like I said it’s paper. so when I took a bite the sauce which they put a little too much of just gushed out the bottom of the sub and all over my pants. I was going to visit family and had to go with that all over my clothes. Also, they somehow wrapped the paper into the sandwich like in between the bread and the stuff inside and no matter how hard I tried to pull it out while I was driving, I was eating paper. Some of the time when I thought I was eating paper. And in some of the time it wasn’t the paper it was just the really poorly textured pork that felt like paper in my mouth and didn’t have a flavor. Like I said, I really wanted to like this sandwich and kept eating it. After a while, I just gave up because I kept having to pull stuff out of my mouth that was either paper or tasted like paper. The cilantro was not chopped. It was left in whole pieces, so there were these branches of cilantro that would pull out of the sandwich while trying to get a bite. And then after about an hour or so my stomach started really hurting. I think it’s because there was so much vinegar in the sauce

I am 63 years old and this is the first review I have ever written. I am doing so because the food was horrible. My hubby ordered BBQ Beef Sub, it should be called shredded carrot Sub as that is the main ingredient. He actually scraped away the tons of carrot to locate some beef as he really thought they had forgot to put any on. Beef tasted gross and hubby did not eat and said it was the worst sub he ever had in his life.I ordered pulled pork sub. The bread and sauce was good but pork tasted old and veggies did not impress. Also ordered small Chinese chicken salad and it was the worst I ever had. I suspect it was made in advance as it was soggy and had very heavy onion flavor. My total was $27.25. I felt totally ripped off and will never return.

I was visiting town from Reno NV for work, I didn't have a pleasant experience with the employee at the drive through. I asked if I could order a Thai milk tea and blatantly told me there is no such thing as a Thai milk tea, that there are Thai teas, in short I didn't order the teas from here because he couldn't answer my question. These teas are from Selma, CA. I think the teas from this location are from a powder rather than like the one's the pictures below where they brew the tea and add almond milk or coconut milk to the tea along with the tapioca. The pulled pork sandwich from Z&J asian subs were okay compared to other food I ate in this town.

Michelle 2001

I was visiting town from Reno NV for work, I didn't have a pleasant experience with the employee at the drive through. I asked if I could order a Thai milk tea and blatantly told me there is no such thing as a Thai milk tea, that there are Thai teas, in short I didn't order the teas from here because he couldn't answer my question. These teas are from Selma, CA. I think the teas from this location are from a powder rather than like the one's the pictures below where they brew the tea and add almond milk or coconut milk to the tea along with the tapioca. The pulled pork sandwich from Z&J asian subs were okay compared to other food I ate in this town.