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title: "Potbelly Enters Hutto, Texas"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/35ad361d-d9b7-44fa-afac-6753dba40290
source: "QSR Magazine"
original_url: https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/potbelly-enters-hutto-texas/
author: "Ben Coley"
category: "Sandwich & sub"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Sandwich & sub"
published: 2026-05-14T16:47:13.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T13:16:40.276Z
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# Potbelly Enters Hutto, Texas

**TL;DR:** Potbelly has opened its sixth location in the Greater Austin area, in Hutto, Texas, owned and operated by franchise partners Jignesh and Nitin Patel. The new shop is part of the brand's expansion in Central Texas, with plans to develop 15 total shops in the region by 2033.

*By Ben Coley, originally published in QSR Magazine on 2026-05-14. [Read the original](https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/potbelly-enters-hutto-texas/).*

## Story

Potbelly, the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop, announced the upcoming opening of its sixth shop in the Greater Austin area, bringing the brand’s craveable menu and neighborhood charm to Hutto, Texas. Having opened on Tuesday, May 5, Potbelly in Hutto further expands the brand’s growing presence in Central Texas and the Lone Star State, joining more than 60 open shops statewide.

The shop is situated within the Townwest Commons, a bustling retail center in the heart of Hutto, one of the fastest-growing neighborhoods in Texas. Surrounded by popular retailers and offering easy access for nearby residents and the local workforce, Potbelly in Hutto is ready to serve the community and become the go-to dining destination with its craveable menu of toasty sandwiches and wraps, signature salads, hand-dipped shakes, freshly baked cookies and more.

Potbelly in Hutto is owned and operated by franchise partners Jignesh Patel and Nitin Patel, who recently opened a Potbelly shop in nearby Georgetown. A longtime local resident and experienced hospitality and retail operator, Jignesh Patel brings a hands-on, locally driven approach to ownership. Inspired by Hutto’s continued growth and strong sense of community, the team is committed to creating a welcoming place where residents, the local workforce and commuters can enjoy a toasty meal.

“My goal with bringing Potbelly to Hutto is to create a neighborhood shop that truly feels like it belongs and reflects the character of the area,” said Jignesh Patel. “Hutto is growing fast, and it’s a community with strong ties and an inviting atmosphere, making it the ideal place to open our next Potbelly shop. We’re looking forward to opening a space where people feel at home, whether it’s stopping by for a quick lunch with colleagues or sharing a meal with your family.”

To celebrate the opening, Potbelly in Hutto will host a Grand Opening event on May 15th from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. As part of the festivities, Potbelly will give the first 50 guests in line *Free Potbelly for a Year*. Customers can expect a lively celebration with delicious Potbelly food and a Plinko game for opportunities to win exclusive Potbelly merchandise and prizes.

Regular operating hours for this shop are from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Delivery, order ahead, and catering are available in-shop, through Potbelly.com, and in the Potbelly App. The Potbelly shop also offers delivery through third-party services.

Jignesh PatelandNitin Patelrecently expanded their agreement with Potbelly to develop 15 total shops across Central Texas through the brand’s 50/50 Large Area Developer Incentive Program, which rewards franchisees committed to accelerated growth. Through this commitment, Potbelly will reach areas of Southwest Austin, Killeen and Waco, and North Austin by the end of 2033.

## Entities

- unit expansion (topic)
- QSR (sector)
- franchise development (topic)
- QSR Magazine (publication)
- Ben Coley (person)
- location growth (topic)
- Potbelly (company)
- Jignesh Patel (person)
- Nitin Patel (person)
- Hutto, Texas (location)
- Townwest Commons (location)

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Originally reported by Ben Coley, QSR Magazine (https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/potbelly-enters-hutto-texas/). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/35ad361d-d9b7-44fa-afac-6753dba40290).