Franchising
Charleys opens 100th in 2022
December 20, 2022
Ohio-based Charleys Philly Steaks, which has 740 global locations, is opening its 100th store of the year on Wednesday in North Lauderdale, Florida, at 7202 W. McNab.
"This is an exciting accomplishment for Charleys and for every member of our team," Charleys Philly Steaks Director of New Store Opens Terry Collinsworth said in a company press release. "Opening 100 stores in an economic climate like this requires amazing people behind you."
Charleys was founded in 1986 by Charley Shin, a student at The Ohio State University, who opened Charleys Steakery on campus after tasting his first Philly cheesesteak. The 450-square-foot restaurant was a hit with students, and the Charleys brand began franchising in 1991, expanding into mall food courts, free-standing locations with drive-thrus, strip centers, military bases, convenience stores, airports and other non-traditional locations.
Opening 100 stores in Florida was not without its challenges, as franchisees faced growing costs in materials and labor, staffing shortages and supply chain delays.
"There are many challenges when opening this volume of restaurants," Charleys Philly Steaks Senior Director of Design and Construction Brian Tepen said in the release. "Each location has its own story, and no two locations are exactly alike. It takes each team member doing their part in all stages of a project to succeed."
