Firehouse Subs - Franchise
Quick Summary
As a leader in the fast casual sandwich industry, the demand for our uniquely-prepared Specialty Subs is blazing a trail across the country, opening up fast-casual food opportunities in new and existing markets. Firehouse Subs franchises are perfectly poised for development with the right investor.
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Firehouse Subs
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2026
| Minimum Cash Required | $50,000 | |
| Year Founded | 1994 | |
| # of Existing Units | 322 |
Available In These States:
- AZ
- CO
- CT
- DC
- DE
- FL
- GA
- ID
- IL
- IN
- KS
- MA
- MD
- MI
- MN
- MO
- MT
- NC
- ND
- NJ
- NM
- NV
- OH
- OK
- OR
- PA
- SC
- SD
- TN
- TX
- UT
- VA
- VT
- WI
- WY
- Overview
Firehouse Subs - Franchise
Our unique steaming process awakens the flavors of our premium meats and cheeses. When our sub sandwiches are served in restaurants featuring authentic firefighting décor, this is a combination people come back for again and again.
Exceeding 1,000 franchise locations, our Firehouse Subs expansion is carefully calculated to optimize potential, profitability, investment, and of course, our franchisees' success.
With an ever-growing history of innovative products, a focus on exceptional customer service, and a one-of-a-kind brand identity, Firehouse Subs is committed to building profit for franchisees.
Our marketing is as memorable and compelling as our subs. "The Hero of All Subs" not only sets us apart, but it applies to every aspect of our business. Everything we do is about bringing people back again and again.
We launched Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation to give back to the communities we serve. Since 2005, the Foundation has donated over $24 million to improving the life-saving capabilities of local heroes and their communities.
We offer extensive training programs and operating systems to help build your business. Our support team of experts — all work together to streamline operations for businesses that are simple to run.
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