Franchise With a Brand That Stands for Something Bigger
Let's Get StartedThe Firehouse Difference
#1
Food Taste & Flavor
Among sub sandwich chains with 200+ units.¹
Crave-worthy flavor guests come back for.
#1
Community Support
Among sub sandwich chains with 200+ units.¹
Supporting the heroes who serve us.
4.9/5
App Store Reviews
Rated by thousands of guests across the United States.²
Loved for our food. Rated for our experience.
These Aren’t Just Numbers — They’re Proof That Purpose and Quality Matter.
1 Q1 2025 Technomics brand metrics survey. These claims cover Firehouse Subs in the United States only. Two chains from the survey were excluded from this claim (as they either had under 200 restaurant units, or did not sell primarily Sub sandwiches). The metric used for the “Food Taste & Flavor” claim is “Food quality” category. The metric used for the “Community Support” claim is “Supports local community activities” category.
2 U.S. App Store, last retrieved April 27, 2025: https://web.archive.org/web/20250427235756/https://apps.apple.com/us/app/firehouse-subs-app/id894658475
3 88 or 34% of the Restaurants in the top quartile met or exceeded these results in 2024 in the US. A new franchisee’s results may differ from the represented performance. Please see our 2025 U.S. Franchise Disclosure Document, Item 19 for additional information. All figures are represented in USD.
The information contained on this website does not constitute an offer to sell a franchise. An offer to sell a franchise can only be made through delivery of a Franchise Disclosure Document. None of the communications made through this website should be construed as an offer to sell a franchise.
A Smart Investment in Sandwiches — and in You
Start your business with a brand that makes you feel good about where you’re headed.
We’re part of the quick service restaurant (QSR) space, built for long-term growth and community impact.
We look for more than capital. Our ideal franchisee is driven, people-focused, passionate about great food and committed to supporting the mission of the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.
Franchise Investment Snapshot
$20K
Initial franchise fee.⁶
$150K
Minimum Available Capital
$379,650 – $795,600
Estimated initial investment for a traditional in-line restaurant without a drive-thru.⁶
6 This information represents the estimated cost of establishing a restaurant in the US only. Estimated costs are higher for restaurants that include a drive-thru. Costs will vary with location, size, local economic conditions and other factors. Costs exclude estimates of property leasing costs. All figures are represented in USD. Please see our 2025 U.S. Franchise Disclosure Document, Item 7 for further details.
7 Please see our 2025 U.S. Franchise Disclosure Document, Item 5 for additional information and eligibility requirements of the Veteran and First Responder Development Incentive Program and the 2026 Development Incentive Program (incentive for qualified multi-unit area developers). All figures are represented in USD.
Founders Chris and Robin Sorensen, pictured with their father Rob, before opening the first Firehouse Subs restaurant in Jacksonville, Florida
Built on Service. Growing With Purpose.
From a Firehouse to 1,300+ Restaurants Across North America8
Firehouse Subs was founded in Jacksonville by firefighter brothers Chris and Robin Sorensen, driven by a passion for hearty food, heartfelt service and a lasting commitment to public safety.
What began in 1994 as a single sub shop has grown into a thriving brand serving more than 1,300 communities across North America.⁸
While our roots are in the firehouse, our mission today reaches further — delivering bold flavor and care to every community we serve.
8 2025 Firehouse Subs U.S. Franchise Disclosure Document & 2025 Firehouse Subs Canada Franchise Disclosure Document. Restaurant count as of December 31, 2024: 1,248 restaurants in the U.S. and Puerto Rico and 112 restaurants in Canada.
Supporting First Responders Is at the Heart of What We Do
At Firehouse Subs, it’s about more than great food — it’s about serving those who serve. Since 2005, the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation® has awarded over $98 million in the U.S. and over $5 million in Canada to help first responders enhance their life-saving capabilities.⁹
Every Firehouse Subs franchise is proud to support this mission and help build stronger, safer communities.
9 Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation® website for Canada & the U.S. Please see firehousesubsfoundation.org for U.S. grant numbers and firehousesubs.ca/public-safety-foundation for Canadian numbers.
Real Equipment. Real Lives Saved.
How Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation’s Support Helped Save a Life in North Carolina
When a North Carolina student collapsed during gym class, quick action and a Foundation-funded AED saved his life.
This powerful story shows exactly how Firehouse Subs franchisees and their guests help protect lives in the communities they serve.
What Our Franchisees Are Saying
“It’s been an amazing journey with Firehouse Subs. We’ve had great support from the beginning, and that’s helped us achieve many of our goals.”
Brian & Vicky Eckel, Multi-Unit Franchisees In Texas
“Firehouse Subs provides a step-by-step process for just about everything — from opening a restaurant to building a sub, there's always a clear path to follow.”
Mitch & Mallory Wilson, Second Generation Franchisees In Louisiana
“Coming from a background with absolutely no restaurant experience to where I am today is only attributed to the relationships I built — with Firehouse Subs, other owners, and my crew.
It's a one team, one fight."
Chad Fulkerson, U.S. Air Force Veteran Franchisee In Texas
“I'd recommend Firehouse Subs to anyone looking to franchise — it's one big family. They really care. They focus on moving the needle forward.
This is where you need to be.”
Tyrice Spellman, Operator-To-Owner Franchisee In Florida
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We want to hear from you! To start a conversation, simply fill out our easy online application. A member of our franchising team will be in touch with more information about becoming a member of the Firehouse Subs family.
Get StartedThe information contained on this website does not constitute an offer to sell a franchise. An offer to sell a franchise can only be made through delivery of a Franchise Disclosure Document. None of the communications made through this website should be construed as an offer to sell a franchise.