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$771,000
Launched in 1985 in Cincinnati, Ohio, Penn Station East Coast Subs has built its reputation on delivering flavorful grilled and cold sandwiches, hand-cut fries, and freshly squeezed lemonade. The fast-casual brand has expanded to more than 300 locations in 15 states, offering a menu that features premium ingredients such as USDA Choice Steak and hearth-baked bread.
One of Penn Station’s standout features is its open kitchen layout, allowing guests to see their meals made right in front of them. This approach enhances the customer experience by combining transparency with a focus on freshness and quality.
Having entered the franchising space in 1987, Penn Station has experienced consistent growth and earned spots in top franchise rankings, such as Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500—recognition that reflects its dedication to high standards and guest satisfaction.
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Penn Station provides a structured training program to ensure franchisees are well-prepared to operate their restaurants effectively. The Franchisor offers the following types of training:
Penn Station grants franchisees a one-mile "Restricted Territory" around their restaurant, within which no other Penn Station franchise or company-owned location will be established—unless the franchisee defaults or the agreement ends.
However, franchisees are not given exclusive rights to expand in the surrounding area and have no rights of first refusal. Penn Station may also develop other non-cheesesteak concepts in the same territory without offering rights to existing franchisees.
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