Jimmy John’s first opened in 1983 as the home of the “World’s Greatest Gourmet Sandwiches,” an aspiration and proclamation that still holds true today. The menu featured four original recipe sandwiches made the same way now as they were back then – piled high with freshly-sliced premium meats and cheeses and served on deliciously crusty, bread baked fresh each day. Jimmy John’s knows people crave high-quality sandwiches, fixed precisely the way they want, filled with fresh ingredients, and served with speed and style, and that’s exactly what the restaurant delivers.
Jimmy John’s Franchise Facts
The first Jimmy John’s was opened in 1983 in the college town of Charleston, IL. The menu consisted of four sandwiches, made just like they are today with meats sliced fresh in-store and always fresh-baked bread.
Jimmy John’s prides itself on making gourmet sandwiches in 30 seconds or less. Outspoken about being the best at “Fast and Fresh” the restaurant has a loyal following of customers who rely on Jimmy John’s to not only meet their need to eat something delicious, but create a custom sandwich that fits into their busy schedules.
For those who love Jimmy John’s but dig less bread, we created the Unwich®, our carb-friendly, fresh-lettuce wrapped sandwich! Any sandwich as an Unwich® contains 12g or less total carbs.
