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Gettrust joined Cousins Subs in 2023 as creative manager and quickly elevated the brand’s creative direction, leading a refresh of core assets and helped sharpen the company’s visual identity shortly after her arrival.
Creve Coeur, MO - Capriotti's Sandwich Shop has opened its newest St.
PrimoHoagies is bringing back its Chicken Caesar for a limited time.
The sandwich brand is dropping 'East Coast Subs' from its name as it shifts focus toward aggressive franchise expansion and improved operational consistency across its network.
McAlister’s Deli is expanding its seasonal menu with pineapple-themed cheesecake and lemonade offerings available for a limited time this June.
Newly appointed CFO Alex Chu is prioritizing unit-level economics, cost reduction, and disciplined growth to improve the financial health of the sandwich franchise's operators.
The Cincinnati-based sandwich franchise is rebranding to Penn Station Sandwiches and diversifying its menu with wraps and bowls to adapt to off-premise dining trends.
Philly's Best Cheesesteaks launches A Sharper Summer with 20 locations.
A 25-unit Jersey Mike’s operator discusses scaling strategies, maintaining product quality, and the brand loyalty fostered by founder Peter Cancro.
As Memorial Day celebrations near, Potbelly is sharing information about a Perks Members promotion that involves free sides and fountain drinks.
The Chicago-style beef sandwich brand is celebrating the food holiday with a discounted price point and a bounce-back offer for June.
The Philadelphia-inspired concept has secured a franchise agreement with BIG DMV to develop multiple locations across the Washington, D.C. region.
Franchise partners Jignesh and Nitin Patel continue their Central Texas expansion with a sixth Greater Austin area location in the growing Hutto market.
Potbelly 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.
The new franchise entity, BIG DMV, is operated by a group of successful restaurant operators based in the Washington, D.C.
On May 20, all Pop’s Beef locations will offer a 6-inch Italian beef sandwich for $5.99, and a bounce-back card redeemable in June can be used for one discounted 6-inch beef sandwich at $5.99.
The Atlanta-based cheesesteak brand is expanding into the District of Columbia through a new multi-unit development agreement with franchise group BIG DMV.
The sandwich chain is accelerating its franchise development with new multi-unit agreements as it nears its goal of 500 open locations nationwide.
Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop executive Kim Lewis discusses developing custom AI tools and pioneering digital ordering solutions within the franchised QSR brand.
Operator William Ellis has signed a multi-unit agreement to develop new restaurants in San Antonio, eventually bringing the brand's Texas footprint to over 130 locations.
Firehouse Subs signs agreement with William Ellis for San Antonio development.
The Cubano starts with tender pulled pork and layers in savory ham, Genoa salami and melted Swiss, all grilled together for a hot bite.
May 12, 2026 // Franchising.com // CHICAGO – Potbelly continues to build momentum across the system, driven by franchise development growth, new shop openings, operational performance and continued investment in the brand experience.
Konala opens its first location in Utah, a fast-casual franchise focused on healthy food offerings and high-protein bowls.