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Firehouse Subs

Hearty steamed subs from a brand founded by firefighters.
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Total investment
$379,650 to $1,396,100$380K – $1.4M

FDD Item 7

Franchise fee
$20,000

One-time · FDD Item 5

Royalty
6%

Of gross sales · FDD Item 6

Locations
1,496

1,454 franchised · 42 company

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Overview

Firehouse Subs serves hot subs piled with steamed meats and cheeses on toasted rolls in firehouse-themed restaurants. Founded in Jacksonville in 1994 and now owned by Restaurant Brands International, it has about 1,496 restaurants, most of them franchised. It sells in-line and drive-thru formats, with development incentives for multi-unit developers, veterans and first responders.

Founded
1994
Franchising since
1995
Home-based
No
Multi-unit
Available

Costs and requirements

What it takes to open a Firehouse Subs franchise, as disclosed in the brand’s FDD.
ItemAmountSource
Total initial investment$379,650 to $1,396,100FDD Item 7
Initial franchise fee$20,000FDD Item 5
Royalty6% of gross salesFDD Item 6
Brand fund5% of gross salesFDD Item 6
Liquid capital required$150,000Brand requirement
Net worth required$350,000Brand requirement
Financial performanceIncluded in Item 19FDD Item 19

Figures as listed by the brand in its 2025 FDD. Always confirm them in the current FDD you receive.

Ideal owner

The background and goals that fit a Firehouse Subs franchise.
  • Actively involved managing owner living near the restaurant
  • Community-minded and supportive of the Public Safety Foundation
  • At least $150,000 liquid capital; restaurant experience helpful, not required

Training and support

How the brand prepares and supports new owners.

  1. Pre-opening

    Real estate guidance and build-out assistance for in-line, end-cap and free-standing sites.

  2. Marketing

    Access to national and local marketing tools backed by Restaurant Brands International.

  3. Operations

    One-on-one field operations support and business coaching.

Initial training

Six to seven weeks of initial training, mostly in an operating restaurant, before the restaurant opens, with ongoing training afterward.

Availability

Confirmed open for new franchises in 5 states:

Other markets

We list the states where we have confirmed the brand is actively awarding territories. Ask the franchise team about markets not shown here.

This listing is compiled from the franchisor’s public franchise materials and is not an offer to sell a franchise. An offer is made only through the franchisor’s Franchise Disclosure Document, which you must receive at least 14 calendar days before signing a binding agreement or paying any money. Some states require registration before a franchise can be offered to their residents. Fransion is not affiliated with this brand.

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