Tony Conza had a big American Dream and a simple restaurant idea: Stack the finest quality meats, cheeses and toppings on freshly baked bread right in front of the customer. The idea for a name appeared when he noticed that the new hoagie sandwich was similar in shape to a “Blimp.” He laughed and shouted, “BLIMPIE.” And, the identity for America’s best-dressed sandwich was born.
Wherever people enjoy good food, BLIMPIE is there.
The first BLIMPIE restaurant opened on April 4, 1964, in Hoboken, New Jersey. Today, BLIMPIE branded restaurants are located in shopping centers, convenience stores, gas station food marts, colleges, hospitals, and more. Now is a great time to join the BLIMPIE brand franchise family and to live your American Dream. Just ask BLIMPIE franchisee, Trey Golden.
Where can you find the best BLIMPIE® sandwich in the country, served by the friendliest staff in the cleanliest restaurant? Kahala Corp selected its Meridian, Idaho BLIMPIE restaurant as the best from the chain of nearly 1,600 locations. Franchisee Shelley Uzzel-Savage, who owns and operates the BLIMPIE at 521 South Main Street, accepted the title of BLIMPIE Best Restaurant featuring a prize package valued at $28,000 at the 2005 BLIMPIE Franchise Conference held in Miami August 1-4.
The first step is to return the online information questionnaire to us. This does not obligate you or Blimpie International, Inc. in any way. The information is simply used to determine whether or not owning a Blimpie restaurant may be right for you. Upon receipt and review, we will contact you to arrange a personal meeting and address your questions. At the first meeting you will be given our Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (“UFOC”) for review. This document contains all the information required by the Federal Trade Commission and/or the particular state in which your BLIMPIE restaurant will be located. A copy of our franchise agreement is included in the UFOC. Our UFOC will enable you to diligently investigate our franchise program.
2. What is the initial franchise fee?
The initial franchisee fee for your first franchise is $18,000 and may be reduced for additional franchises based on certain conditions and criteria.
3. What is the term of the franchise agreement?
Your franchise agreement will have an initial term of 15 years followed by two 10-year renewal options.
4. Is there a continuing royalty fee?
The continuing royalty is 6% of gross sales, excluding sales tax.
5. Is there an advertising fee?
Currently the advertising fee is 4% of gross sales.
6. Do I get a protected territory?
No, you do not receive a protected territory.
7. How much money do I need to get started?
The initial franchise fee for your first franchise is $18,000. The initial franchise fee for multiple units may be discounted for additional franchises based on certain conditions and criteria. The build-out of your restaurant, less equipment costs, can range from $20,000 to $130,000 depending on the size and type of location. We also suggest that you have in reserve $15,000-$30,000 for operating expenses until your business is up and running. The estimated initial investment for a traditional BLIMPIE restaurant will be between $114,020 and $341,600.
An Area Representative may be available for assistance and, if available, will be an integral part of our support in assisting you in your business development
A BLIMPIE representative will visit regularly and will remain available to answer business questions.
A series of manuals are also provided in the BLIMPIE University that will assist in the operation of your BLIMPIE restaurant.
A monthly newsletter is provided to you to keep you informed of new management tips, research and development, and important events occurring throughout the BLIMPIE franchise system.
The National Franchisee Advisory Council is also an important link with BLIMPIE. Franchisees elected and appointed to this council work with Blimpie International, Inc. to help all BLIMPIE franchisees keep abreast of new developments in the marketplace.
Regional activities are an important part of our continuing education program. This program, helps keep franchisees informed on a variety of subjects and provides an opportunity to interact with other franchisees and Blimpie’s management team.
Interested in joining the Blimpie team? BLIMPIE Subs & Salads was founded in April 1964, and with your help BLIMPIE will continue to grow in the 21st century. In this section you'll find all you need to know about owning a part of what we consider to be the best sandwich chain in the world.
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