
QSR: Penn Station Ready for More Growth in 2018
Penn Station East Coast Subs is set up for serious growth in 2018, with plans to add online ordering and expand into new markets.
Penn Station is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2016. 216 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Penn Station has rebranded as Penn Station Sandwiches as part of a growth strategy focused on franchise expansion and operational consistency [[2026-05-20 Penn Station rebrands, updates menu as franchise expansion accelerates (cbe137)]]. * The company has updated its menu and is expanding into new locations, including Michigan, North Carolina, and South Carolina [[2026-05-20 Penn Station rebrands, updates menu as franchise expansion accelerates (cbe137)]]. * Penn Station is introducing new items such as sandwiches on 9-grain bread, wraps, and bowls, while removing underperforming items [[2026-05-19 Penn Station Rethinks the Sub Shop (157de9)]]. * The brand saw strong growth in 2025 with 4 new restaurants and 15 franchise units sold, and achieved three consecutive quarters of positive growth [[2026-01-26 Penn Station East Coast Subs Caps Milestone 2025 With Strong Growth, National Re (ae117a)]]. * Penn Station East Coast Subs reported strong systemwide sales and new openings in 2025, with over 320 locations nationwide and 15 franchise units sold [[2026-01-24 Penn Station East Coast Subs cooks up bigger sales (1ce0b2)]]. * The brand is seeking new franchise partners and offering incentives for multi-unit development agreements [[2025-09-22 Penn Station East Coast Subs Teams Up with UNC Tar Heels for “Tar Heel Tuesdays” (dbc5a3)]]. * Penn Station East Coast Subs has expanded in Northwest Indiana with a new location in Crown Point [[2025-11-07 Penn Station East Coast Subs Expands in Northwest Indiana with New Crown Point L (fb6a9b)]]. * The company has appointed Jane McPherson as Senior Vice President of Marketing, bringing 30 years of marketing experience to the role [[2025-03-26 Penn Station East Coast Subs Announces New Senior Vice President of Marketing (eea171)]] Filed under Restaurants / Sandwich & sub.

Penn Station East Coast Subs is set up for serious growth in 2018, with plans to add online ordering and expand into new markets.

Penn Station is recognized on the Training Top 125 list for its efforts in operations training, reflecting its commitment to franchisee success.

Penn Station offers a zero-royalty incentive for new owners in developing markets, adjusting royalty fees based on unit sales volume.

Penn Station East Coast Subs plans to expand in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with dozens of new locations expected to open in the next two to three years.

Penn Station focuses on finding the right franchisees, streamlining its operational system, and growing to over 300 locations across 15 states.

Penn Station East Coast Subs opens a new location in Shelby Township, Michigan, offering 14 different subs and wraps.

Penn Station is a top-pick franchise in 2018 due to its operational model and focus on supporting unit-level economics.

Penn Station expands its presence across the Midwest, opening new locations and planning to open 15 more stores in the region.

The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) is a crucial document for potential franchisees to review before investing in a franchise.

Penn Station keeps costs low with streamlined menu and vendor rebates.

Penn Station offers free cookie bites on National Cookie Day.

Penn Station sandwich franchise thrives despite namesake train station's reputation.

Penn Station focuses its expansion efforts on Kansas City, Missouri, seeking experienced candidates to own and operate new restaurants.

Penn Station's variable royalty program provides support to franchisees and helps them manage their finances.

Penn Station East Coast Subs opens new location in Avon, Ohio, offering a variety of subs and catering services.

Ann Vanover named Penn Station Franchisee of the Year for 2016

In October, Penn Station opened a new restaurant in West Cary, the brand’s second in the North Carolina township.

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Franchisees stick with their brand due to refined models that encourage growth and support.

Franchisees should consider real estate prior to deciding on a franchise, but flexibility is key in the real estate process.

This fall, the fast-casual sandwich brand Penn Station will open their second restaurant in the Nashville suburb of Murfreesboro, leveraging a wealth of brand awareness and goodwill established by the town’s first Penn S

Some industry analysts have pointed toward a downward curve in sales and profits within the fast-casual segment, but Penn Station has bucked that trend.

Penn Station franchisees Roger and Marilyn Kirkland discuss their 14-year partnership with the brand, describing it as a vital part of their personal and business lives.

Experts share five tips on marketing to existing franchisees for successful brand growth.