Penn Station Sandwiches
Food: Quick-Service Restaurants → Sandwiches: Philly Cheesesteak
America's Most Profitable Sub Franchise
Serve craveable hot grilled subs, fresh-cut fries, and fresh-squeezed lemonade.
Average Unit Revenue$836,144from the brand’s own disclosures
Total units322from the brand’s own disclosures
Brand overview
Penn Station is a fast-casual sub sandwich restaurant franchise rooted in a down-to-earth, Midwestern culture. Owners operate a business centered on hot, grilled-to-order subs, fresh-cut fries, fresh-squeezed lemonade, and signature cookies. The brand operates corporate test stores to refine products and perfect operations before rolling them out systemwide, ensuring every location benefits from proven methods.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose
Recognized as America's #1 Most Profitable Sub Sandwich Restaurant Concept by Franchise Business Review in 2025, Penn Station delivers outstanding financial performance. The menu's craveability drives guest loyalty and delivers higher average ticket values while balancing strong lunch and dinner traffic. A franchisee-first, family-owned Midwestern culture ensures leadership is approachable and accessible, setting you up for long-term success.
Revenue Potential & Investment Requirements
Average Unit Revenue
$836,144
* in 2023
- Total investment
- $440,600–$819,700
- Franchise fee
- $25,000
- Cash Required
- $300,000
- Net worth
- $500,000
Growth Trends
Training & support
Franchise owners are backed by an experienced support team dedicated to helping optimize performance and maximize returns. The franchise encourages owners to actively meet with their management team and collaborate with franchise support teams. Because Penn Station operates its own corporate test stores, you gain access to refined products and perfected operations before they ever reach your location.
Ideal candidate
The best-performing Penn Station owners are personally invested in their store's success and actively engaged with their management and support teams. Whether you are a hands-on operator or a strategic investor, Penn Station offers flexible ownership models including Owner Operator, Area Developer, Multi-Unit Operator, or Managing Owner to fit your lifestyle and goals.