Footlongs and salads near the gates in Terminal 1
This Subway sits past security in Terminal 1 at Richmond International Airport, a short walk from most gates. It’s one of the few national chains in RIC, so lines can build around peak departures from 6:00–9:00 a.m. and again after 4:00 p.m. Standard Subway layout: counter-service, basic seating, and grab-and-go coolers with bottled drinks.
Menu is the usual Subway lineup, with 6-inch subs generally in the $6–$8 range and footlongs closer to $10–$13 depending on protein. You’ll find the classics like Italian B.M.T., turkey, and tuna, plus rotating limited-time sandwiches posted on overhead boards. They also carry salads built from the same toppings if you want to skip the bread.
Breakfast is available in the morning window, with egg-and-cheese and bacon-egg sandwiches built on flatbread or regular sub rolls, usually priced around $5–$7 for a 6-inch. Coffee options are basic drip, and you can add a bottled juice or milk from the cooler next to the register. It’s a straightforward way to grab something warm before an early RIC departure.
For snacks, they stock standard single-serve chip bags around $2–$3 and cookies at the counter, often sold in 3-cookie deals that come in under $5. Fountain drinks and bottled sodas run in the $3–$5 range, typical for airport pricing. If you want something lighter, check the refrigerated case for yogurt cups and pre-packed salads when available.
Lines tend to move at the usual Subway pace since everything is made to order and each sandwich build runs 2–4 minutes. Plan on 10–15 minutes from joining the queue to walking away with food when there are 4–5 people ahead. Tip: if your flight is boarding in 30 minutes or less, order something simple like turkey and cheese and skip toasting to keep things quick.