Quiznos History

Rick Schaden overheard that unsolicited comment from a customer at a Quiznos Classic Subs just before he bought his first franchise in Boulder, Colorado in 1987: "This is the best sandwich I ever ate!’’ . Over the next few years, he purchased two more franchises. In 1991, he and his father, prominent aviation attorney Dick Schaden of Boulder, bought the franchise operation, which consisted of 18 restaurants. Today, with seasoned management, professional franchise support systems and strong financial resources, Quiznos is taking this "good food" success story throughout the U.S. and across the globe.

We're a little bit different. In nearly everything we do. Think all sub sandwiches are equal? Horseradish! Toasting is a wakeup call for flavor! We've been sandwich-toasting fanatics since the first day we opened our doors. Everything -- even the Flatbread for our Salads -- gets toasty at Quiznos. Our signature toasting style gets you crisp edges, melted cheese, sizzling meat, and warm bread. Heck, if it doesn't come from Quiznos, it's going to leave you cold!

Sandwich Segment Profitable Despite Economy

“The new 2008 Technomic Top 100 Limited-Service Sandwich Chains Restaurant Report found that in 2007, Quiznos registered the second highest sales growth, with $261 million and 178 units.  Though the economy has moved from bad to worse, the limited-service sandwich segment is holding its own’’, says Darren Tristano, Executive Vice President at Tehnomic.Source QSR Magazine – Jan. 2009

Quiznos continues Canadian expansion

With more than 4500 restaurants in fifteen countries and 470 in Canada, Quiznos Sub is now expanding across the country. Quiznos is actively looking for franchisees and real estate in every province. Canadians are flocking to buy this unique and tasty toasted sandwich and to buy this successful franchise concept.

Why become a franchise owner?

Joining a successful franchise chain like Quiznos gives you the opportunity to realize your dream of being in business while avoiding the pitfalls of starting your own. Benefit from the expertise that Quiznos has gained in opening over 4500 restaurants in fifteen countries. Whether it is site selection, lease negotiation, national advertising, professional training, store design & construction and the economies of group purchasing, the franchise business model proves it strength at every turn. Today, franchise brands dominate the marketplace!

According to Michael Gerber author of The E Myth - "In the next five years nine franchises out of ten will still be in business while eight independent star ups out of ten will have failed."

Quiznos Sub Mission Statement:
To be the leader in quick service restaurants by serving the best sandwiches and “products in and around sandwiches” in the marketplace... one successful restaurant and one “wowed” customer at a time.

What does this mean to you as a franchise owner?
Quiznos Sub is dedicated to growing the brand by building financially successful franchises and by serving the best sub sandwich in the market.

How Quiznos Sub Offers Localized Support
Quiznos Sub is organized to grow using a system of locally based personnel who are responsible for growing and managing a defined market. Every Quiznos Sub Franchise Owner has a local contact that is trained to provide assistance from site selection to the new store opening process and ongoing operations support, including quality assurance, operations, marketing, business management and special support for new promotions and new product roll-outs.

The Support of Advertising
Quiznos Sub understands the importance of strong advertising to drive customers to our franchisees’ front door. As a result, we take getting our toasty message in front of millions of hungry television viewers seriously, and have been seen on shows such as Hockey night in Canada.