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Jersey Mike's growing non-traditional footprint

The chain is adding Orlando International Airport to its roster.

March 15, 2016

Jersey Mike's Subs is taking flight with its non-traditional locations, adding Orlando International Airport (MCO) to its roster, according to a company press release.

The restaurant, operated by Villa Restaurant Group, opened in the new food hall in Airside Terminal 2, serving Southwest and Virgin America airlines. It features five additional restaurants operated by Villa Restaurant Group, including Asian Chao, Villa Italian Kitchen, Green Leaf's & Bananas, The Market by Villa and, opening soon, Chipotle.

The renovated 12,000-square-foot area holds more than 300 seats and employs 32 team members and expects to add more, said Todd Quinzi, Jersey Mike's area director for Florida.

"Travelers know Jersey Mike's from home and are excited to discover one of their favorite restaurants at the airport," he said. "We are grateful to our partners at Villa who share our passion for the Jersey Mike's brand and welcomed us into their restaurant family at Orlando Airport." 

The first Jersey Mike's airport location opened at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas in January 2013. It was followed by restaurants at other travel sites, including Newark Liberty International Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and Amtrak's historic 30th Street Station in downtown Philadelphia.

In December 2015, Jersey Mike's opened its first casino location at the Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. Additionally, the company has opened several university sites on New Jersey campuses. 

"The opening of Orlando International Airport continues Jersey Mike's strategy to bring the brand to non-traditional locations from travel sites to college campuses," said Phil Capozzi, VP non-traditional development, Jersey Mike's Subs. 

Started in 1956, Jersey Mike's now has 1,500 restaurants open and under development nationwide.