Jimmy John's

Hello fellow fans of Jimmy John's. While my review has nothing to do with the sandwiches and food in general (even though I love the Turkey Tom), and have probably ordered more than should be mentioned :) in 2021 already, I wanted to take the time to write a short note on two fine gentlemen that work there. During the unfortunate and devastating winter storm that has plowed though TX (Austin in my case), I had the pleasure of meeting them while in line at our local grocery store to purchase essentials as we made it through no power and in some cases without water. While waiting in line for about 2 1/2 hours, with frigid temperatures and icy covered parking lots and roads, we struck up conversations on multiple topics to make the time go by faster. We spoke about everything from Pittsburgh and Blues Brothers, to the movie Grosse Point Blank. Now to the main reason for this note. While waiting in line, we noticed an elderly woman with a walker trying to cross the icy, slippery parking lot to get in line (which btw was already an approx. 3-4 hr. wait if lucky enough to make it in by the time the grocery store closed). Without hesitation I overheard one of them tell the other, that they should help her out and in that instance one of them went over to assist her cross, while holding her arms and walker at the same time. In the meantime, his coworker and I decided to let her cut in front of us, so that she wouldn't wait long in the freezing weather. I then turned around and asked a few people that if it was ok I would like the lady to take my spot and they were more than happy to oblige. Eventually, there was another gentleman that took notice of what was going on, and the wonderful lady was able to make it to the front of the line with minimal wait. I notice on many occasions, that it's very easy for some people to write negative reviews and vent unnecessarily. I think it's important for us to also recognize the good people out there as well. Jimmy John's, congrats for having two employees that are truly fine individuals. I'm sure they're making you proud. Jeff and Badger it was a pleasure meeting you guys.

Jimmy John's has been my go-to lunch place since I moved to Austin several years ago. A big part of that is because of this particular restaurant. Initially, I worked near this location and would snag lunch hereat least a couple of times a week. After I switched jobs I stopped coming here, but still frequented other locations in the chain. All of them have been great, but not as excellent as this particular place. An example? It's been almost two years since my last visit, and today Ava (pardon me if I spelled it wrong) STILL remembered my regular order. I hope the management realizes what a gem they have in this employee. Don't let her talent go to waste while she's with you.