Subway Coming to PLG
Last week we posted about a vacant storefront that we misidentified as being on the corner of Flatbush and Chester Ct. It is actually on the corner of Flatbush and Beekman, one block closer to Lincoln Rd. A commenter, who spoke to the workmen in the space, confirmed that the storefront will soon be home to a Subway.
After pondering the imminent Subway for a day or two, we've come to think that having a Subway in the nabe won't be such a bad thing. At first we were disappointed that a big chain was coming in, but we'll admit it: we like Subway. The veggie burger thing thing that they have is quite good, and some Subways even have full blown salads. For us, Subway is not a bad option when in a pinch.
Subway will not be an addition to the nabe along the lines of K-Dog or Enduro, but anything that's not a nail or hair salon is a welcome addition.
Damn, I read "subway" in the title and thought "mass transit" ...
Posted by: Xris (Flatbush Gardener) | December 11, 2007 at 10:07 PM
The Subway website confirms that a new store is "coming soon" to 2121 Beekman Place. This will be a convenient lunch when I work from home or maybe even a quick dinner. Lets hope Subway sends a message that that stretch of Flatbush is okay for other kinds of businesses.
Posted by: Tom | December 13, 2007 at 10:28 AM
so much for a wine store
Posted by: t | December 14, 2007 at 11:42 PM
I've been told that the wine store will be at Lincoln & Flatbush.
Posted by: Bob Marvin | December 15, 2007 at 11:41 AM
Can't wait for that!
Posted by: babs | December 15, 2007 at 02:51 PM
This will be a vast improvement from the Subway located inside the Exxon station at the northwest corner of Bedford and Empire.
Posted by: Adrian Lesher | December 15, 2007 at 08:11 PM
I have to respectfully disagree. I don't view another fast food establishment as a positive addition to the neighborhood. There is a serious lack of quality food whether supermarket or prepared in this neighborhood. I can't help but think that our neighbors most affected by this are those that can't afford or don't know to shop elsewhere in Brooklyn for better food. I'm far from being above a burger, a slice or a piece of cake or ice cream. But a Subway is not on my list of services seriously lacking in this part of Flatbush.
Posted by: Jonny Sender | December 16, 2007 at 08:54 AM
Oh what a giant leap for mankind, let us all rejoice at the prospect of Jared and his cannon legged pants remaining unfilled. Six inch Italian herbs and cheese BMT. Toasted please. Just a little lettuce. Olives. Mayonaise and Honey mustard. Sure. Sun Chips. Harvest Cheddar. Thank you.
Posted by: Harry In Shorts | December 18, 2007 at 01:23 PM
I'll take it. It can really diversify my weekly rotation of McDonalds, Wendy's, Enduro take out, and more Wendy's.
It might not be a step up, but it's a step towards minor bit of change to break up the monotony.
Eat fresh, baby.
Posted by: Mr. Ius | December 19, 2007 at 10:15 PM
A "coming soon" banner went up this morning!
Posted by: Art Tatum | December 20, 2007 at 03:25 PM
I think we already have a Subway on Flatbush Avenue this shouldn't be much news. For more I have a new Blog at http://realflatbush.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Dan | December 23, 2007 at 04:54 PM
I never posted before, but since this subway is showing up literally in my building, I thought I might add my 2 cents. I think the Subway is a great idea. Its much healthier than another Popeye's and although I love Gino's there's only so much pizza one can eat in a week. That a franchise owner is willing to set up shop here is a positive sign in terms of neighborhood direction. The only negative I can imagine is the added 'roach problem associated with a food service chain just 2 floors beneath my apt... realllly hope they're clean
Posted by: Aaron | December 24, 2007 at 10:45 PM