Footlong pricing here runs close to in-town Reno Subways
In the Main terminal at RNO, this Subway ends up being the budget play when Vino Volo and the bar-and-burger spots feel overpriced. Reviewers mention paying about the same for a footlong as they do in Reno proper, which is rare in an airport. It’s standard Subway: build-your-own cold cuts, tuna, meatball, or veggie on the usual breads, plus chips and fountain drinks under the $15 mark.
Hours track with the flight banks, generally opening early morning before the first departures and staying open into the evening; if you have a 6:00 a.m. flight, expect limited toppings but at least a sandwich option past TSA in the Main concourse. One Reddit user called it the only “fresh” choice when everything else nearby leaned burgers and bar food. If you’re watching spend, it’s the cheapest way to get something made to order without table service.
The move here is a veggie-heavy 6-inch or footlong and a bottled water, which several Yelp and Google reviewers say feels better than greasy bar food on short Reno–Bay Area hops of about 1 hour. Regulars skip heavy sauces and mayo so the sandwich eats better mid-flight and doesn’t soak the bread after 90 minutes in a backpack. Many people grab two sandwiches and chips to cover connections instead of playing gate-food roulette later.
Watch out for slow lines when only one sandwich artist is on during midday departure waves; a couple of reviews mention 10–15 minute waits with just 5–6 people ahead. Another common gripe: certain breads and toppings run out later on busy Fridays and Sundays after 3:00 p.m., so don’t bank on a specific combo at the end of the day. Tip: if you’re grabbing food for the plane, ask for light sauce, extra veggies, and have them double-wrap the sub so it survives boarding and a cramped 28-inch pitch seat.