Champion boxer, NFL player hosting Ike's Love & Sandwiches event

February 19, 2020

World champion boxer Andre Ward and NFL player Marshawn Lynch will host a special event Feb. 20 at Ike's Love & Sandwiches latest store at the University…

Former Cousins Subs employees now franchisees

January 13, 2020

Justin and Laura McGraw, both former Cousins Subs employees, are now franchisees for the brand after opening a Cousins Subs store in Brookfield, Wisconsin.

Jimmy John's debuts Freaky Fast Rewards program

December 10, 2019

Jimmy John's is launching its first-ever customer loyalty program, called Freaky Fast Rewards, offering members a free 8-inch sandwich after the first order.

Coolgreens prepping smart fridges for Dallas market

December 10, 2019

Healthy lifestyle eatery Coolgreens plans to install smart fridges in its Dallas market for the sale of salads, wraps and snacks.

Chicken Salad Chick expands Louisiana footprint

December 6, 2019

Alexandria, Louisiana is the latest home for a Chicken Salad Chick restaurant and marks the fast casual brand's seventh location in the state.

Earl of Sandwich opens first of three more Las Vegas stores

December 5, 2019

Earl of Sandwich is expanding its Las Vegas footprint with the opening of one of three new locations.

Chicken Salad Chick gets an equity partner

November 5, 2019

Brentwood Associates has acquired a majority interest in the Chicken Salad Chick franchise, which was founded in 2008 and has 137 locations across 1…

Zoup opens in Ballston, Virginia

October 23, 2019

Zoup Eatery is open for business in Ballston, Virginia, on North Fairfax Drive. It is the first Arlington location for the brand, according to a press release.

Jimmy John's officially becomes an Inspire Brands company

October 18, 2019

Arby's and Sonic parent, Inspire Brands, Inc. has officially completed its acquisition of Jimmy John's Sandwiches, now making Inspire Brands the fourth largest…

Schlotzsky's signs 10 franchise deals for Texas growth

October 15, 2019

Schlotzsky's Austin Eatery has signed 10-franchise deals with the Lozano family of Lotzapan Llc.

Potbelly Sandwich Shop arriving in Macy's stores

October 10, 2019

Potbelly Sandwich Shop will open in four Macy's department stores via a multi-unit franchise deal with the retailer.

Inspire Brands to buy Jimmy John's

September 25, 2019

Inspire Brands has announced that it has agreed to acquire fast casual sandwich chain, Jimmy John's, which will make it the nation's fourth-largest restaurant…

From homelessness to selling $1K sandwiches: The story of Ike's Love & Sandwiches

From the depths of business failure and homelessness, to the height of restaurant brand success and a devoted fan base, the man behind Ike's Love & Sandwiches…

Potbelly Sandwich Shop teams with DoorDash

August 14, 2019

Potbelly Sandwich Shop is now available nationwide on delivery service DoorDash and is celebrating the partnership with a BOGO event.

Jersey Mike's unveils revamped mobile app with order scheduling

August 6, 2019

Jersey Mike's Subs has unveiled an enhanced mobile app, giving customers several new features, including the ability to schedule orders for pickup. 

Jimmy John's launches LTO wine for latest sandwich

May 22, 2019

Jimmy John's has made its own brand of wine to pair with its latest sandwich, the latter of which is called The Frenchie, according to a company press release.

Melt Shop opens another NJ location

April 18, 2019

Melt Shop has opened its latest corporate owned restaurant in New Jersey, this time in Menlo Park Mall in Edison.

Jersey Mike's raises record $7.3M for charities across country

April 5, 2019

Jersey Mike’s Subs said it raised a company record of $7.3 million to help charities around the country during the March Month of Giving, raising more than $…

Farm Burger plants sustainable item on the menu

February 20, 2019

Farm Burger will add a catfish sandwich to its menu come March 5, just in time for the Lenten season.

Potbelly launches refreshed menu, pairing options

February 14, 2019

Potbelly Sandwich Shop's menu now offers pairings, bundles and a simpler pricing structure.