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The BLIMPIE BEST® Sandwich
Served at only the BEST locations
The BEST Gets Better
Peter DeCarlo, Tony Conza and Angelo Baldassare shared 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 they noticed that their new hoagie sandwich was similar in shape to a "Blimp." They laughed and shouted, "BLIMPIE." And, the identity for America's best dressed sandwich was born. Their first restaurant opened on April 4, 1964, in Hoboken, New Jersey. Today, BLIMPIE branded restaurants are located in shopping centers, malls and as free-standing buildings. BLIMPIE sandwiches, soups and salads are also available through convenience stores, gas station food marts, colleges, hospitals, sports arenas, kiosks and even in vending machines. Wherever people enjoy good food, BLIMPIE is there. Now is a great time to join the BLIMPIE brand franchise family and to live your American Dream. Just ask Bob Houghtalen, a best-dressed BLIMPIE brand franchisee and a healthier, satisfied customer Stephen Kleva.
What type of franchises are available?
Based on your background and qualifications, individual, multi-unit and Area Developer opportunities are available. There's tremendous opportunity with BLIMPIE for the right candidates.
Meet BLIMPIE Brand Franchisee BOB HOUGHTALEN
Bob knows what it takes to be a successful franchisee having traveled throughout the U.S. opening restaurants for another franchise system.
Here Bob reveals why BLIMPIE is a great franchise opportunity and why you need to complete the express request form below...
You explored several franchises, why the BLIMPIE brand?
I liked how I looked in BLIMPIE apparel.
Seriously.
BLIMPIE gave me the freedom to be my own boss while supporting me with an established business model and proven systems.
Anything else?
Even before I was a franchisee I loved eating BLIMPIE sandwiches. Now I take great pride knowing I'm serving high-quality products and giving my customers a great value. We're always getting compliments.
Meet Stephen Kleva, a Satisfied BLIMPIE Customer.
When I was in college, I exercised regularly for two years. Everyday I'd eat a junior ham and cheese sandwich with a bag of Sun Chips and an iced tea at my neighborhood BLIMPIE. During that time I lost 100 pounds - Don't I look great! - and reached my goal of a healthy lifestyle. I want to thank everyone at BLIMPIE for offering 'fast food' that's a healthy alternative to all the unhealthy fast food.
What advice would you give someone considering a BLIMPIE brand franchise?
If you want to build an equity business that offers financial rewards while enjoying a family-friendly work schedule, I encourage you to investigate the BLIMPIE brand franchise opportunity. You'll serve a great product, you'll work with some fine people and you'll be proud to say you're a BLIMPIE brand franchisee.
Okay, say I'm interested, what's my next step?
Complete the express request form below and a franchise sales counselor will contact you. If you're like me, the more you know about the BLIMPIE brand - the product, the people and their systems - the more you'll like joining our franchise family.
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1. What training and ongoing support do you provide?
You want to know what happens after you pay the initial fee. A strong franchisor provides comprehensive pre-opening training, site-selection help, operational playbooks, and continuous assistance with marketing, technology, and supply chains.
2. What is the total initial investment, and did actual startup costs match the estimates in Item 7 of the FDD?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) lists estimated startup costs in Item 7, but real-world expenses can run higher. Asking how closely current owners tracked to these estimates reveals if you need extra working capital or if hidden fees exist.
3. How do royalties and local/national marketing fees impact profitability?
You need to understand ongoing financial obligations-such as monthly royalty percentages and ad fund contributions-and evaluate whether the brand value and support justify cutting into your profit margins.
4. What are the common challenges new franchisees face, and how do you help them overcome them?
Transparent franchisors will openly discuss real hurdles like local competition, tight labor markets, or supply chain bottlenecks, and show you the exact playbook or field support they offer to solve them as well as allowing you to speak with other franchisees.
5. How many franchise locations have closed or left the system in the past few years, and why?
High turnover, store closures, or quiet franchise exits are major red flags. This question measures system stability, territory health, and whether the corporate team addresses struggling owners or lets them fail.
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