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PrimoHoagies signed 15 agreements to open new franchise locations across several states, increasing its presence in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, and South Carolina, and introducing the brand to North Carolina. More than half of these new stores are expected to open in 2021.
Through these new stores, the brand will increase its presence across Pennsylvania, Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, and South Carolina, and will introduce the brand to residents of North Carolina.
New locations are as follows:
Ft. Lauderdale, FL (one store)
Raleigh and TBD, NC (three stores)
Dickson City, PA (one store)
Douglassville, PA (two stores)
Pittsburgh, PA (two stores)
Pittston, PA (one store)
Summerville, SC (two stores)
Washington, D.C. (three stores)
More than half of these new stores are expected to open in 2021.
“We were fortunate to be able to continue to grow PrimoHoagies during the past year thanks to our well-established takeout service and our expansion into additional curbside pick-up and delivery options as well as an enhanced focus on dinner items,” said PrimoHoagies Chief Executive Officer Nicholas Papanier, Jr. “What’s more, our reputation for high-quality, fresh ingredients that come together to create an unforgettable meal has led to demand for locations in new markets – and we can’t wait to bring PrimoHoagies to new communities of customers.”
PrimoHoagies prides itself on providing the highest quality ingredients, including Thumann’s gourmet meats and cheeses and its award-winning seeded rolls baked fresh in-store throughout the day – all prepared specifically for PrimoHoagiesusing recipes passed down through generations. The iconic hoagies, including the most popular Italian variety, also contain a secret blend of spices and locally sourced, fresh vegetables that deliver a memorable, made-to-order lunch or dinner experience. The casual restaurant’s menu features a wide variety of cold and hot hoagies, cheesesteaks, wraps, vegetarian options, sides, chips, drinks, cookies, desserts, and more.
A wide array of catering options is also available for special events, holidays, gamedays, and corporate luncheons.
“So many of our PrimoHoagies franchisees are loyal customers who want to bring the quality ingredients, unique homemade flavors, and welcoming store environment to their own neighborhoods,” said Papanier Jr. “As our customer base continues to grow and seek multiple ways to enjoy our hoagies – whether it be at their dinner table, in the car on the way to soccer, or in the office lunchroom – PrimoHoagies offers an excellent opportunity for those seeking to own a business.”
Originally opened in South Philadelphia in 1992, PrimoHoagies prides itself on serving the highest quality Thumann'smeats and cheeses, sliced fresh, piled high, on their award-winning seeded bread. The company’s success is attributed to several factors contributing to the Primo difference including the quality and consistency that result in repeat, loyal customers and the commitment to only serving the freshest gourmet meats and cheeses through a diverse menu featuring dozens of specialty hoagies, unique and original to PrimoHoagies.
Headquartered in Westville, New Jersey, PrimoHoagies now has franchise locations open across Pennsylvania, Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey, and South Carolina.
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This story was originally published in Franchising.com on April 13, 2021. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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