Now this was a whole vibe and very much so one hell of an experience that I won't soon forget! Right in the middle of our coaster trip we stopped here on our way to the next adventure and instantly we felt the love from the local community as it was very apparent that they have a very dedicated local following here as there was a few people waiting in line to order with a few more coming in those that came in had a trophy with them celebrating their cousin for being the best and they totally let everyone know it with the staff here calling them by name and just being all for it, then this guy out of no where asks me for a sip of my drink I say it's not mine but my lady's he's like oh she makes the decisions I say yes you better believe it he just starts laughing then his wife tells him to behave as the staff hands him his drink. Those inline then started just talking to us and out of nowhere again one of the staff working says you know them and the lady he was talking to says yes they are friends of mine and we all just chilled in this counter area talking and having an awesome time waiting for our food to be done overall awesome vibes here all around! Now that pepper steak sandwich wow that's good like it was soo flavorful and yummy it had a ton of pepper steak on it that was mixed with some type of sauce that just soaked into it making each bite just that much better than the one before and not to mention it was packed with some veggies too as well as banana peppers to set the vibe even more! Seriously though don't count out that bread that was some delicious bread with a good crunch to it that totally held up to an already strong delicious sandwich! Overall this was an amazing stop with vibes and one of the best sandwich's I've ever had I really hope to get back here again at some point because that flavor was there in more than one way seriously just soo good! read more

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The food was excellent and clearly made with care. Such a wonderful experience, we love Ernie's and it would be great if they opened a second location closer to the colleges. read more

If you are in the area, absolutely stop in and grab a delicious sandwich! If you know, you know! The vibes here are immaculate. Such a fun place to be. It's always a good time when you can tell the workers and customers are having fun. Even with a line out the door, everyone had a smile and was so nice. Everyone recommended the pepper steak and they were not wrong. This sandwich was so good. The seasoning was perfect and the meat was super tender. The bread was super soft and still crispy. I loved this place I will absolutely be back! read more

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Best Peppersteak in the area! If your in the area make sure to visit and tailgate your meal. Theres just a table or two inside so carryout is the way to go! read more

Food is always delicious. Service is quick and good and reliable for what you ordered.

It's an institution! If you're from Greenville, NC or spend time in Greenville, NC then it is an IYKYK situation! I've been eating this since I was a little girl. I can't lie the taste has changed over the years. The Ernie's of today is not quite the same Ernie's from 40 years ago. The nostalgia is real! Pro tip: Call ahead. Give it 15-20 minutes before you head over. Yes, you can order in but you'll be waiting 15-20 minutes. No worries. They keep your sub warm in the oven. What you want is the large Ernie's peppersteak all the way. If you're 'llergic to onions then no onions is fine. Otherwise don't deviate. Wait. If you're weird like my sister and don't like "salad" on your sandwiches you can get meat & cheese. Oh, I don't know what peppersteak is! It favors ground beef. It's not shaved beef like in a cheesesteak. Don't question it. Just eat it! When I finally figure it out I'll update the review. But uh ruhhhh I've been eating these for easily 40 years and still don't know. read more

Ernie's Famous Subs - Large Ernie's peppersteak all the way - Sandwiches Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

When I travel to see my family in Greenville, NC I always get at least one meal from Ernie's Famous Subs. With work I spend a lot of time in local restaurants all over the country and I can assure you that there isn't a better Peppersteak found anywhere! You MUST order it all the way .. the secret seasoning is amazing .. the banana peppers add the perfect touch and the bread is perfection! There is little seating at this local institution .. and always packed so call ahead 15 mins before you drive over! Can't wait to go back! read more

Ernie's Famous Subs - Sandwiches Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

The best Pepper Steak in North Carolina! Not up for debate... Whenever we're in Greenville, we always buy 2. Although there's nothing like a fresh one straight out the oven.. Normally I don't eat Banana Peppers or Onions on a sandwich but at Ernie's: LARGE PEP STEAK ALL THE WAY PLEASE! read more

Ernie's Famous Subs - THE BEST PEPPER STEAK IN THE STATE!!! - Sandwiches Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

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First timer here. I've had a lot of subs in my life. Their Peppersteak Sub with everything on it is easily in my top 3 all-time. Could very well be #1. I think bread is the make or break ingredient in a sub and I can say without a doubt that their bread is perfect. Absolutely perfect. Light, crunchy and soft all at once. It is ideal sub bread. The peppersteak juices that absorb into the bread with the perfect amount of mayo made every single bite spectacular. It's going to be difficult for me to not go here everyday for lunch while I'm in town. I cannot say enough. AND THE ONION RINGS!? Are you kidding me!? Easily the best onion rings on plant earth. I challenge you to find better. 11/10. Cannot score this "hole in the wall" gem high enough. Service was quick and efficient. Drop what you're doing and go NOW. read more

Ernie's Famous Subs - Large Peppersteak - Sandwiches Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

I received the wrong order. I'm allergic to lettuce, and unfortunately, my entire sub contained it. This could have been a serious health issue, and I'd appreciate it if this could be looked into. read more

Pepper Steak on point fresh bread never amazing everything. Service was great. Always have a pleasant visit whenvI go.

You can't go wrong with ordering from Ernie's! I discovered this place a couple of years ago while I was working in Greenville. At first glance you wouldn't realize what a gem it is, but the food is incredible! I'm a fan of their Pepper Steak AND the Cheese Steak sandwiches, ordered "all the way." They are absolutely wonderful and you won't find a sub this good anywhere else in Eastern North Carolina! Make sure to call and order ahead since they're made fresh and there's usually a line. It's first come, first served, like any restaurant, so plan ahead if your lunch break is short. It's an original walk-up grill, so seating isn't available inside. However it's covered to keep customers comfortable and out of the weather. read more

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Pepper steak sub was good but place needs a serious clean up. Service seemed a little confused like to much going on at one time.

I found out about Ernie's by driving past it every once and a while. I would always think that it looks like a place with really good food, and I could not be more right. The food is absolutely delicious, and the prices are fair. This is a place that I wish more people knew about and I tell all of my friends about it. read more

Omg!! Peppered steak, delicious!! I'll be back!! First time visiting, I've only heard good things, and it's great!!!

Best sub in town! That pepper steak is so good and so are their cold subs. A must stop in Greenville!

Amazing good food love it.Hod service with nice establishment I believe it a 8.9/10 definitely would go again recommend ordering the Steak hot with Banana peppers read more

I rarely give 5 stars and this play deserves 6. An outstanding restaurant and definitely a hole in the wall place. On the outside it looks like a busted up shop and it is but the food makes up for it. Not a sit down place at all, great spot for lunch and the service was pretty decent. The value for this $11 meal is beyond me. I could stretch this out for 2 meals and I'd be good. The manager is really nice and was working the counter with a smile and passion. I highly recommend the small sub combo all the way, you won't regret it! read more

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Best sandwich dive in town!! Love this place and a great go to when feeding a crowd!! Eat local!

Pepper steak sandwich is the best! Services is slow. I suggest you call ahead to place your order very friendly. Good food.

I never like to give a one star rating, but Ernie's Famous Subs earned it. I arrived at approx. 8:45 on a Friday night. The hours according to the menu is that they are open until 10:30 pm. Went to the counter and was told someone will take my order in a moment. The delay was because employees were busy on a stainless steel prep table dividing money from the tip jar. When someone finally asked me for my order, I was told my choice, meatballs, were not available. Neither were any cold cuts. Again, this is before 9 pm on a place that says it is open until 10:30 pm. We did discover that roast beef was available, and I ordered a small sub with cheese, salt, pepper and mustard. While I was waiting, a few others came in to pick up called in orders. These orders, as well as some stainless steel containers, were being kept warm in what seemed to be a food oven - not a typical warming oven. Seemed to me that if a careless person adjusted the temperature that these wrapped and bagged items could catch on fire. I got my order and went to my hotel room to eat. The sandwich was prepared wrong. No cheese, no mustard, but had onions and peppers. Will not go here again. read more

Ernie's Famous Subs - Entrance - Sandwiches Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

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Great sub! They still number 1 in my book I would recommend going there, if you want a good sub. read more

Been eating here since I was really young and it's pretty much the same. Pepper steak is the best

Allll the buzz about the peppersteak is REAL!! The bread, the steak and all the condiments just make it perfect. It's a must try! I enjoyed my lunch very much. The people working there were friendly and it was awesome to see how many people were coming in and out of the store! For me that's when you know the place is good. read more

the food was great but the workers need customer service training. They are very rude and unprofessional. Will not order from there anymore due to the customer service. read more

Came here for lunch after constantly seeing droves of people here day after day. I wondered what was so delicious inside and decided I would give it a shot. I ordered the Peppersteak combo with fries and pepper relish and a Pepsi. After about 20 minutes, my order was ready. I was so excited to try this local delicacy. I unwrapped it and for once, I managed to snap a few pictures before I dug in. The sandwich had great flavor overall but the meat was a bit tough and had a texture more like overcooked hamburger rather than steak and needed some additional seasoning. The fries were well cooked and crisp but also needed a bit of seasoning. Other than that, it was still a solid and perfectly edible meal that only set me back about $10. I recommend this place and would probably ask for my steak a bit rarer when ordering in the future. Ernie's has a ton of other sandwiches but I was told that the pepper steak was the best seller by far. read more

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A hidden gem. The place could stand for a few upgrades, but the pepper steak is excellent

Their pepper steak is the best. Eat at Ernie's everytime I am in Greenville. You should try it!

Nothing famous about this place the service is ass but the food is ok. I would probably just go to subway instead of this place. It's 1000 degrees in here. There's so many better places to go. I wouldn't recommend this one. read more

Excellent subs! Apparently this place has been around for a while, and I can see why. It doesn't look like much, outside or in, but one taste of the food and I am sure you'll understand why this place is frequently packed throughout the day. On the recommendation of my fellow Yelpers, I tried the peppersteak sub. Heck yes, give me that again, please! My usual go-to is an Italian sub, and I fortunately got to try one anyway since that's what my honey ordered. Good stuff, but no comparison to the awesome peppersteak. If I am ever back in this neck of the woods, you can bet I'll be back for Peppersteak: Round Two. read more

Ernie's Famous Subs - Fully Loaded Italian and a Peppersteak Sub (sans tomato) - Sandwiches Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

Such a great locally owned spot with amazing subs and sweet tea! I ordered the pepper steak with extra meat and extra cheese-- SO GOOD! The regular size is big enough to eat half at lunch and the other half for dinner. Definitely the spot in Greenville for subs. read more

I just moved to town. My wife had the turkey, and I the pepper steak. I was referred by Handy Als Landscaping. He said it was the best subs around. We will be eating here a lot. They even have cheeseburgers.!!! read more

Food was great quick service and the staff was friendly and helpful one of the best subs I've had in a while definitely heading back there!

If you're coming here you must get the pepper steak sub! Hits the spot! (Make sure to call in your order before coming!) Also they have the nice ice here iykyk read more

Ernie's Famous Subs - Pepper steak w/o tomatoes - Sandwiches Near Me - Greenville, North Carolina

The peppersteak with everything on it is worth the usually brief wait at Ernies. Everytime we visit family in Greenville, we take the out of the way ride for this southern masterpiece. Is it good for you? No, of course not... but food in Greenville, NC is not about health it is about taste... and Ernie's has that in spades. For extra points get some fries and a large juice from the fountain. read more

Not the greatest but I will give them another try if in town. The pepper-steak sub was good for well seasoned hamburger. I mean steak burger I was expecting steak not crumbled burger but it was seasoned well and pretty good. So I guess for overall experience a 3 out 5 is ok! read more

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They have the best sandwiches in town and really care about the product the customer recieves and care about the customer! I highly reccomend read more

Great subs, especially their pepper steak. Place is consistently packed but worth it. With the Covid19 restrictions it makes it hard getting thru the phone since they stay busy. Keep trying you will get thru. The hot subs will not disappoint you! read more

If you are in Greenville YOU HAVE to go here and get a peppersteak fully loaded. It is the best around. In a tiny little store front "hole in the wall" type place. You won't be disappointed- go try one today! read more

Good food but some of the rudest employees I've ever seen in my life. The girl taking my order acted like I was just bothering her so much by ordering my food. Another worker just stood in the back and stared me down the whole time I was there. Definitely not the nicest group of ppl. The older ladies and gentlemen were VERY nice and VERY helpful read more