A recent lawsuit in New York accuses Subway of deceptive advertising practices, claiming that their Steak & Cheese sandwiches contain significantly less meat than what is shown in their ads.
The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Brooklyn, alleges that Subway’s ads depict sandwiches with generous portions of meat, but in reality, the sandwiches are mostly bread with minimal filling.
The complaint highlights concerns about rising food prices and financial struggles faced by lower-income consumers, emphasizing the impact of misleading advertising.
One plaintiff, Anna Tollison from Queens, New York, paid $7.61 for a Steak & Cheese sandwich at Subway, only to discover that the actual sandwich had far less meat than advertised.
The lawsuit seeks damages for New Yorkers who purchased these sandwiches in the past three years, citing violations of consumer protection laws.
Subway has not yet responded to requests for comment on the lawsuit. Similar lawsuits against other fast-food chains like McDonald’s, Wendy’s, and Taco Bell were dismissed last year.
This case underscores the importance of transparent advertising practices and consumer protection. Another lawsuit against Burger King is currently pending in federal court in Miami.
Subway has faced legal challenges in the past, including a lawsuit over the length of their “footlong” sandwiches, which was dismissed in 2017.
The lawsuit is identified as Tollison v. Subway Restaurants Inc et al, filed in the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, No. 24-07495.
By Jonathan Stempel
