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Submarine House Poll: Cheese Whiz or Cheese? + Win a Super Duper Cheesesteak !

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WHIZ or WHIZ-OUT ?

“To Whiz or not to Whiz, that is the question….”

Dayton has it’s share of good places to grab a Philly Cheesesteak.   The Submarine House is at the top of this list and are one of the few spots that offer their cheesesteaks with a choice of Nacho Cheese Whiz sauce or Sliced Cheese.

Foodies have battled back and forth on which is the best way to eat a Philly cheesesteak.  So we look to you, our fellow, hungry Daytonians to solve this with a foodie poll.

Today we ask an age-old question that Cheesesteak lovers have been gnashing teach over for decades…. on your Philly Cheesesteak, do you prefer..

CHEESE WHIZ or CHEESE ?

Comment below, and one winner will be selected at random and win a Super Duper Cheesesteak from Submarine House, compliments of The Food Adventure Crew !  You can get your cheesesteak how you like it .. with the WHIZ or CHEESE !

Before you answer — what is a Philly Cheesesteak ?

Philly with Provolone Cheese option at Sumbmarine House

WHAT IS A PHILLY CHEESESTEAK ?
It is a sub, served on long, crusty french or italian style roll filled with thinly sliced and possibly sauteed beef and melted cheese. In Philadelphia, the cheese preference is Cheez Whiz. In other parts of the country it seems that shredded or sliced American, sharp or provolone are the preference. Many foodies say that the essence of cheesesteak preparation lies in the balance of flavors, ingredients , texture and the messy goodness, or “drip” factor.  Other toppings may include grilled onions, green peppers, mayo, sautéed mushrooms, and hot or sweet banana peppers. Even ketchup and French fries have topped a sub, as well as lettuce and tomato. The ultimate street food, a Philly Cheeesteak is a portable, hunger killing beast.

PHILLY CHEESESTEAK BABYLON:
In 1930 the sandwich world was turned upside down when Philadelphia hot dog vendor Pat Olivieri decided to grill beef one day.  A taxicab driver noticed the incredible aroma and ordered a steak sandwich. The rumor of the delicious lunch spread across town in a week. People from all around the city came to try the steak sandwiches.  He decided to expand and Olivieri opened up a shop on 9th Street and Passyunk Avenue, and called it “Pat’s King of Steaks”. The sandwich morphed as he began adding cheese to the recipe. Today the grill is open 24/7 and has a legendary rival cheesesteak shop across the street called “Geno’s” who claims they are the ones who added the cheese idea. Geno’s is also open 24/7. For decades, the two family owned businesses have been the center of discussion of who has the best cheesesteak in town. Who cut the cheese first? We don’t know…

How do you like your Philly ?

Fast forward to 1973 and history of Dayton Cheeseteaks takes shape.

THE HISTORY OF DAYTON’S SUBMARINE HOUSE:

THE SUBMARINE HOUSE OPENS IN DAYTON, 1973
–1973: 
The very first Submarine House was opened on Brown Street near the University of Dayton by Doug Kidd.   It was the first in the area to introduce the east coast style Cheese steak Sub.   Many UD students and Dayton natives had their first Philly Cheesesteak here.   One customer from Dayton, Gary Danner would eat there often.   He loved the subs so much, that in 1978 he became the first franchisee.  His store is still located today at 7850 N. Main Street.

–1984:
Gary bought the entire franchise from Doug.   By this time they were cranking out hundreds of subs.  The Submarine House continued to grow and expand around the suburbs.   Gary’s sons, Jason, Brody, and Seth worked for Submarine House as kids, and after college 2 of them went to work full-time for the company.

–1997:
Jason Danner opened his first Submarine House

—1999:
Brody Danner opened his first Submarine House.

—2006, The first sports bar concept, Submarine House Bar and Grill opens in Vandalia.   Jason and Brody have since opened numerous Bar and Grill Submarine House franchises. But you can still find their dad Gary, and wife Susan, at the Submarine House on North Main Street.

Submarine House in Centerville

—2018, The Super Duper Cheesesteak Challeenges have raised nearly 100k for charities over the past few years

Now  its time for you to make your choice and comment below…
Do you prefer your Philly Cheese Steaks with CHEESE WHIZ or CHEESE ?

ONE WINNER CHOSEN AT RANDOM WILL WIN A SUPER DUPER CHEESESTEAK !

The Food Adventures Crew has a say ……..

Big Ragu says: Provolone Cheese !
Jackie says : Provolone Cheese
Jessie says: I rarely eat dairy, so no processed whiz, give me organic cheese !

We want to hear your vote and maybe you will be the one sharing free 16 inches of heaven with us at the SUBMARINE HOUSE !

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WITH WIZ

Gooey Provolone !

Heaven

Super Duper Cheesesteak at Submarine House

Look at that cheese pull !

WHIZ

NACHO CHEESE WAY

16 inches

Cheese Whiz Option

Sliced cheese inside

Provolone cheese option

Sliced Cheese Option – Super Duper Cheesesteak – 16 inches of Heaven

 

 

 

 

 

 

2017 Cheesesteak Champ to be Crowned

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This is only one half of a Super Duper Cheesesteak

Oh … there are finals coming… but you wont have to study for these… and these finals are delicious!
Saturday April 22nd at the Huber Heights Submarine House Bar and Grill location, an all day event is taking place.

It has been months in the making.  Finally, the 2017 The Super Duper Cheesesteak Challenge, a charity promotion by area Submarine Houses comes to the finale this Saturday at 1pm, and a champ will be crowned…

It is going to be one hell of a Food Adventure this Saturday….

People have been timed with stopwatches to see

Cheesesteak Champs are hungry

how fast they could eat the Super Duper Cheesesteak Sub.   Now, April 22nd each local Submarine House store champ with the best time, will face off in person, against each other and past champions will be there too.

There have been draw dropping qualifiers and big mouths chewing.  We have seen huge subs inhaled and have seen disapointing times, but all  the events have always had one good outcome.  All proceeds this year support the Pink Ribbon Girls, a local charity focused on helping support area women facing breast cancer, and helping fund research for a cure.

Chef House will be judging and making sure no crumbs are left behind !

Now it all comes down to Saturday… one sub and a dozen of Dayton’s fastest eaters….

WHO WILL EAT THE 16 inches of HEAVEN the fastest?

The winner will get $1,000 !

 

HERE IS THE SKINNY ON SATURDAY APRIL 22nd’s CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT

—The event is being held with all day festivities at the new Submarine House – Huber Heights Bar & Grill Location at 5376 Taylorsville Rd.

—Chef House and Big Ragu from Food Adventures will be guest judges and so will Lisa Grigsby from Dayton Dining and Dayton Most Metro.

—Each store champion will face off in a shotgun start around 1pm 

—Other activities are a kids Bouncy House from NOON-4pm

Chef House with 2016 champ Andrew Oakes !

—50/50 Raffle

—ALL DAY BEER GARDEN

—LIVE BAND 7:30pm : Cherry Lee and the Hot Rod Hounds

Come out and enjoy the fun.  Eat some subs, drink some suds, and enjoy a wonderful Saturday for charity.

—Owners, the Danner family will present a check to the Pink Ribbon Girls

For those who might not know..

WHAT IS THE SUPER DUPER CHEESESTEAK CHALLENGE?

Bringing out the cheesesteaks

—From late January through April 2nd, 2017, Submarine House customers could sign up on the spot to take the challenge.

—To succeed, you must eat a 16 Super Duper Cheesesteak  with The Works toppings (no substitutions) in 16 minutes or less.  Note: the term “super duper” means hist sandwich is 3 times the normal amount of meat and cheese. Gulp !  “The Works” toppings means Cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, homemade oil & vinegar dressing, pepper relish.  You have to eat it this way with all the ingredients.

—If you eat the sub  in under 16 minutes it is free, and you get a t-shirt too.  If you fail, you pay for the sub (approx $23) and proceeds

Who will clean their basket first? This person isnt finished yet !

go to the Pink Ribbon Girls charity.  In previous years tens of thousands has been raised for different local charities. The Submarine House owners, the danner family continues the tradition again this year.

Still hungry?  Tackle more Dayton foodstuffs with Food Adventures on Facebook – LIKE us HERE.

We are not food critics, we just love to eat!  We are the original Dayton foodies. This is our passion, not our job, and we leave no plate unturned!

Check out our photos below, from past Super Duper Cheesesteak Challenge events at Dayton’s original Submarine House…

Most importantly, join us for all the fun on April 22nd, and help support the Pink Ribbon Girls.

2016 champ Andrew Oakes ate a dozen eggs for breakfast before the competition…

THIS SATURDAY IS THE FINALS !!!!

The New Submarine Houses are incredible inside

One half of the Super Duper Cheesesteak

Food Adventure at Centerville Submarine House – “Qualifier”

Lots of people tried to get the fastest time….

People tried to qualify for the store championships

Super Duper Cheesesteak with the works – hello lover!

When Kayla Bradsteet puts her hair up, it is time for serious cheesesteaking!

2015 champ Aaron Smith

2015 donation went to Dayton Children’s Hospital, this year Pink Ribbon Girls

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Submarine House Crowns Champ, Announces Expansion

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Andrew Oakes, 2016 Super Duper Cheesesteak Champ

A big crowd watched the Super Duper Cheesesteak finals Saturday afternoon at The Beavercreek Submarine House.   Of course your source for Dayton food scoop, Food Adventures was on hand.  After an hour of build up, they brought out the cheesesteaks like the Star Wars “Imperial March.”

The crowd grew silent, the judges looked at the stopwatch.. and GO.. the contest was on.  Nine Champions from each individual Submarine House store around Dayton, were now facing each other in an “eat-off” that has become an annual tradition.

The Super Duper Cheesesteak Challenge is where you must eat a 16 inch long Super Duper Cheesesteak in under 16 minutes.

“Super Duper” in Submarine House language means a 16 inch cheesesteak with triple the meat, triple the cheese, and the “works” toppings.  The works is onions, mushrooms & peppers cooked with the steak, mushrooms, and topped with cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomato and hot pepper relish.

NO SUBSTITUTIONS, NO CHANGES, you must eat the sandwich “as is.”  This challenge is a true Food Adventure!  Not for the squeamish, this contest is fast paced.  Don’t blink, or you could miss the finish !

As the nine contestants took their first bites, 3 leaders emerged, 2015 champ Aaron Smith, 2013 champ Andrew Oakes and 2014 champ Clayton Naylor. They chomped, they chewed, and almost spewed, but instead washed it down intermittently with water.

Now the scoop on what happened next…..

 

HERE’S THE SKINNY:

Submarine House’s 16 Inch Super Duper Cheesesteak

— The Super Duper Cheesesteak Challenge benefits Dayton’s Children’s Hospital.  The Submarine House owners, Jason and Brody Danner, started the event by presenting a check in excess of $15,000 to the hospital’s charity fund.  What an incredible donation.

— Andray Simmons, a young man who is the goodwill ambassador from Dayton Children’s Hospital was introduced to the crowd.  Andray is battling sickle cell disease, a genetic blood disorder.  He thanked the crowd for the charity support, and the whole place erupted in applause.  A touching moment for the crowd and Andray, who was there with his family.

— More money was given away as they drew a $500, $1,000 and $10,000 cash prize for 3 different, lucky Submarine House customers!  It was insane!

Chef House Judging the contest with the Paparazzi everywhere

— Then came the eating contest… Judging the contest were Chef House and the Big Ragu from Food Adventures, Lisa Grigsby from Dayton Dining, Brian Jarvis from Beavercreek City Council, WHIO’s Larry Hansgen, K99’s Frye Guy, and finally Sallie Taylor, Zac Pitts, and Katie Kenney from Living Dayton TV show.

— The winner was …. ANDREW OAKES, from the Centerville store, with a time of 1 minute, 36seconds.  Andrew becomes the first ever “two time” champ.  A close second was Clayton Naylor and close third was Aaron Smith.  Both men were literally a few seconds away from winning.  Trophies were passed out, photos were taken, and interviews made.

— SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:  Jason and Brody Danner shared the information with us, and Larry Hansgen announced to the crowd… Submarine House will be EXPANDING.  The Centerville Submarine House is moving to a larger location on 725 where the old Blockbuster Video was located.  There will be a Submarine House opening up in Huber Heights in the old Fifth Third branch at 5376 Taylorsville Road.  (((BOOM! A Food Adventure is gonna take place there soon !)))

So that’s it folks, another year of cheesesteaks in the record books.

As the fans and “paparazzi” left the building, we all promised to do it again next year.  In the meantime, order a Super Duper Cheesesteak for yourself.  There is a reason they call it “16 inches of heaven.”

Promise us that you will check out the photos below from the event, and follow Food Adventures on Facebook, by clicking HERE..  Dayton’s #1 food blog for restaurant photos, dinner events, TV spots, festival fun, charity events, cooking classes and Food Adventures like this one… from Beers to Bananas Foster, we eat it all.. no rules.

Submarine House owner’s Brody and Jason present Children’s Hospital with a $15,600 check

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It’s official, Chef House declares 2016 Submarine Champ Andrew Oakes

Are you rrrready ???

Chef House, Andrew Oakes and the Big Ragu

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hungry contestents

Andrew Oakes and Ambassador from Children’s Hospital, Andray Simmons

Andray Simmons, Dayton Children’s Hospital’s Goodwill Ambassador addresses the crowd

The new champ is interviewed by WHIO’s Larry Hansgen

The Big Ragu eyeballs just HALF of a Super Duper Cheesesteak !

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Big Mouths – Qualifying Event at Submarine House

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16 inches of Heaven

 

Hey big eaters, we need you.  It is time to put your money where your mouth is.  The Submarine House  is teaming up with Food Adventures for one hell of a night.  Can you eat a 16 inch sub in 16 minutes?

We are hosting a “Qualifying Event” for the Super Duper Cheesesteak Challenge on March 2nd.  Proceeds of this extravaganza will be going to Children’s Hospital charities.  We have 11 participant spots left, but you must signup quickly before they are gone.

Bring us your hungry and huddled masses!

Friends and family are welcome to come support this one night only showdown on North Dixie Drive.  And guess what, our own food blogger, the BIG RAGU has tossed his hat in the ring as one of the participants.  He is throwing down the gauntlet and challenging all Miami Valley area foodies.  Come one, come all…. to The Submarine House!

Will someone get a time good enough to qualify for the store championship?  Could they be on the road to the Super Duper Cheesesteak Championship in April?

Calling all big mouths with big appetites !

 

HERE’S THE SKINNY:

Don’t Sing it … Bring it

WHAT: 15 participants (only 11 spots are left, so signup soon) will try to eat a 16inch Super Duper Cheesesteak in 16 minutes or less.  This sandwich is triple the cheese, triple the meat and must be eaten as is with the works toppings!

HOW: You pay for the cheesesteak up front ($22), but if you eat it in under 16 minutes, you get your money refunded and you get a free t-shirt.  You can keep the leftovers if you fail.

WHEN: Wednesday, March 2nd, 5:30pm with a shotgun start to begin the eating at 6pm sharp

WHERE: SUBMARINE HOUSE, 8807 N Dixie Dr, Dayton, OH 45414

WHY:  Proceeds from the challenge are donated by Submarine House to Dayton Children’s Hospital Charities

WHO: Spectators, family and friends are welcome to come watch the contest and cheer on their favorites

So far we have the following participants, and only 11 more spots are open, first come first serve:

  1. Steve “The Big Ragu” Milano
  2. “The Garlic Champ”  Kevin Sorice
  3. Kelly “The Compactor” Moore
  4. Bryan “Baby Blues” Suddith

For Charity

Special guest Judges/Referees will be Chef House and Hungry Jax from the Food Adventures Crew.

SIGNUP:  SIGN UP FOR FREE, by emailing us at [email protected] or calling 937-380-6723

We would love to see some ladies enter the contest and shame these boys….

Admission to this event is free for spectators and the restaurant will have their regular food/drink menu available. Come eat, drink and laugh with us!

 

FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE IS HERE–>click this

There will be door prizes, T-shirt giveaways, HouseMade Sauce prizes, and FOOD ADVENTURES may give away some drinks/food!

Please signup for our qualifier and take on the 16 inch super duper challenge!

The 8807 North Dixie Dr. location on March 2

Follow Food Adventures on Facebook by clicking HERE, so you wont miss a moment of Dayton food happenings!

Check out photos below of past Super Duper Cheesesteak Challenges and the delicious Cheesesteaks at Submarine House!

 

 

16 inch Super Duper Cheesesteak means triple everything

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Big Ragu wants to beat “You” in this challenge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Past Store Champions

Event Summary

Steak Grill

Big Ragu on the right, is ready to take the challenge !

Can you do it in 16 minutes???

Ragu chomps into a cheesesteak

Past champ Kris Mick

So… much… cheese

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Last Years overall challenge champion

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bring friends and family to watch

Last Years Store Champions

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Milano’s: A Dayton Food Adventure

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The Atlantic City Italian Sub – Get the baked option with pizza sauce

Atlantic City style subs that would make Snooki proud and Pizza loved by many locals.  This is today’s Milano’s.  But, Dayton Originals like THE FOOD ADVENTURES CREW remember when there was only one Milano’s on Brown Street.   Purists will tell you, the subs tasted better then, because the old ovens were ‘seasoned’ from years of spices burnt into the baking area.  Whether you love the “old school, dirty Milano’s”, or the “clean, modern Milano’s”, you can’t deny that this is one of the most popular eateries in the Miami Valley.

HERE’S THE SKINNY:

– Founded in 1969 by Ron Woods and partners after visiting a restaurant in Lima, Ohio named Milano’s.  They loved the food so much, they opened a place in Dayton the next year and decided to name it Milano’s.

– Sold to ThreeWitt Enterprises in 2001, revamped Brown Street location in 2005. Opened 2 more restaurants in 2008 in Beavercreek and Miami Township (St Rt 741).

– All-American style menu with subs, pizza and craft beer selections

– Family Friendly with tableside games and an arcade area that kids enjoy

Little known secret: The Calzones are delicious!

– Great outdoor patio dining area for enhanced fun on good weather days, and it smells better than Atlantic City.

 

MUST EATS:

– Calzones:  A little known fact is that the calzones are great at Milano’s.  Whatever ingredients you get, there is plenty of mozzarella cheese inside to cope with, so use that marinara dipping sauce.

–  Atlantic City Italian Sub:  Capicola, and 2 types of salami topped with provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, oil, and spices.  There is an option on this sub where they bake the sub and add pizza sauce.  This is what makes the sandwich, so get the baked option with sauce!

– The CSP Sub:  It comes with capicola, genoa salami, and provolone.  It is topped with the usual lettuce, tomatoes, onions, oil, and spices.  so good it will make J-Woww say “Wow.”

– Pizza:  We think the sauce is tangy and tasty, so no matter what the toppings, you will have yourself a good “Situation.”   The crust is made from scratch, daily.  Milano’s touts the fact that they were voted favorite pizza in Dayton in 2011.  Try it for yourself and let us know what you think.

– Meatball Sub: Have yourself a meatball day and dive into this saucy little number.   This sub is filling, fun, a tad messy, but worth every bite.

Honorable Mention: The generous order of Garlic bread with Cheese is as big as the Trump Taj Mahal.   The Cheesesteak sub is also worth a try.

Milano’s  has decent side salads that go well with any main event.  They also have a reasonably priced kids menu.  Be warned, this place gets busy during peak lunch and dinner times.

 

Just in the mood for a beer?  The inviting bar area always has some ‘off the wall’ choices on tap or in bottles.  It is a great place to unwind with a cold one.

For the record, the Big Ragu, whose last name is Milano, has nothing to do with ownership of the restaurant.   It doesn’t stop him from playing tricks on the wait staff with his I.D. from time to time.  He wishes he did own it, because the food at Milano’s turns The Food Adventure Crew into a couple of Jersey teens.  Please browse through our photo album below for some amazing pics from our Food Adventures to Milano’s.

If you are one of the few who hasn’t tried Milano’s, or you are new to the Dayton area, take a night and check this spot out.  Go for our “must eats” and see if you enjoy their Atlantic City tastes.

Daytonians, sound off below!!  Are the Milano’s subs better now or did you like the old ovens on Brown Street?  Any other comments? Please share them with us!

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