Potbelly Sandwich Works Expands into the Philadelphia Market with Two New Shops Through Franchise Deal
Potbelly (NASDAQ: PBPB) has announced its expansion into the Northern Delaware and Philadelphia market with two new franchise locations. The expansion will serve residents in Kent and New Castle Counties in Delaware, as well as South Philadelphia, offering the company's signature menu of toasted sandwiches, milkshakes, sides, and desserts.
The expansion represents a strategic move into the Metro Philadelphia area, with the new shops expected to create local jobs and provide community gathering spaces. The company is actively seeking additional franchise partners in Pennsylvania, with prime territories still available for development.
While specific location details and grand opening dates are yet to be announced, the company plans to celebrate the openings with special events and promotional offers.
Potbelly (NASDAQ: PBPB) ha annunciato la sua espansione nel mercato del Delaware settentrionale e di Philadelphia con due nuove sedi in franchising. L'espansione servirà i residenti delle contee di Kent e New Castle nel Delaware, così come il sud di Philadelphia, offrendo il menu distintivo dell'azienda di panini tostati, milkshake, contorni e dessert.
L'espansione rappresenta una mossa strategica nell'area metropolitana di Philadelphia, con i nuovi negozi che si prevede creeranno posti di lavoro locali e forniranno spazi di incontro per la comunità. L'azienda sta attivamente cercando ulteriori partner in franchising in Pennsylvania, con territori primari ancora disponibili per lo sviluppo.
Anche se i dettagli specifici delle posizioni e le date di apertura ufficiali devono ancora essere annunciati, l'azienda prevede di celebrare le aperture con eventi speciali e offerte promozionali.
Potbelly (NASDAQ: PBPB) ha anunciado su expansión en el mercado del norte de Delaware y Filadelfia con dos nuevas ubicaciones de franquicia. La expansión servirá a los residentes de los condados de Kent y New Castle en Delaware, así como al sur de Filadelfia, ofreciendo el menú característico de la empresa de sándwiches tostados, batidos, guarniciones y postres.
La expansión representa un movimiento estratégico en el área metropolitana de Filadelfia, con las nuevas tiendas que se espera creen empleos locales y proporcionen espacios de reunión comunitaria. La empresa está buscando activamente socios de franquicia adicionales en Pennsylvania, con territorios clave aún disponibles para el desarrollo.
Aunque los detalles específicos de las ubicaciones y las fechas de inauguración aún no se han anunciado, la empresa planea celebrar las aperturas con eventos especiales y ofertas promocionales.
Potbelly (NASDAQ: PBPB)는 델라웨어 북부 및 필라델피아 시장으로의 두 개의 새로운 프랜차이즈 매장 확장을 발표했습니다. 이번 확장은 델라웨어의 켄트 카운티와 뉴캐슬 카운티, 그리고 필라델피아 남부 주민들에게 회사의 시그니처 메뉴인 구운 샌드위치, 밀크셰이크, 사이드 메뉴 및 디저트를 제공합니다.
이번 확장은 필라델피아 메트로 지역으로의 전략적 진출을 의미하며, 새로운 매장은 지역 일자리를 창출하고 커뮤니티 모임 공간을 제공할 것으로 예상됩니다. 회사는 펜실베니아에서 추가 프랜차이즈 파트너를 적극적으로 찾고 있으며, 개발 가능한 주요 지역이 여전히 남아 있습니다.
특정 위치 세부사항과 개장 날짜는 아직 발표되지 않았지만, 회사는 특별 이벤트와 프로모션으로 개장을 축하할 계획입니다.
Potbelly (NASDAQ: PBPB) a annoncé son expansion sur le marché du nord du Delaware et de Philadelphie avec deux nouveaux emplacements en franchise. Cette expansion servira les résidents des comtés de Kent et de New Castle dans le Delaware, ainsi que le sud de Philadelphie, en offrant le menu signature de l'entreprise avec des sandwichs grillés, des milkshakes, des accompagnements et des desserts.
Cette expansion représente un mouvement stratégique dans la région métropolitaine de Philadelphie, avec de nouveaux magasins qui devraient créer des emplois locaux et fournir des espaces de rencontre communautaire. L'entreprise recherche activement des partenaires de franchise supplémentaires en Pennsylvanie, avec des territoires clés encore disponibles pour le développement.
Bien que les détails spécifiques des emplacements et les dates d'ouverture n'aient pas encore été annoncés, l'entreprise prévoit de célébrer les ouvertures avec des événements spéciaux et des offres promotionnelles.
Potbelly (NASDAQ: PBPB) hat seine Expansion in den nördlichen Delaware und Philadelphia Markt mit zwei neuen Franchise-Standorten angekündigt. Die Expansion wird den Bewohnern der Countys Kent und New Castle in Delaware sowie dem Süden von Philadelphia dienen und das charakteristische Menü des Unternehmens mit gerösteten Sandwiches, Milchshakes, Beilagen und Desserts anbieten.
Die Expansion stellt einen strategischen Schritt in die Metropolregion Philadelphia dar, wobei von den neuen Geschäften erwartet wird, dass sie lokale Arbeitsplätze schaffen und Gemeinschaftstreffpunkte bereitstellen. Das Unternehmen sucht aktiv nach weiteren Franchise-Partnern in Pennsylvania, wobei noch wichtige Gebiete für die Entwicklung verfügbar sind.
Obwohl spezifische Standortdetails und Eröffnungstermine noch bekannt gegeben werden müssen, plant das Unternehmen, die Eröffnungen mit besonderen Veranstaltungen und Werbeaktionen zu feiern.
- Strategic expansion into new metropolitan market through franchise model
- Creation of new local employment opportunities
- Additional franchise territories available for further expansion
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CHICAGO, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Potbelly Corporation (NASDAQ: PBPB), the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop, is excited to announce its expansion into the Northern Delaware, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania market, with two new locations on the horizon. Known for its craveable toasted sandwiches, hand-dipped milkshakes, and welcoming neighborhood vibe, Potbelly is set to become the region’s newest favorite dining destination.
Residents of Kent and New Castle Counties in Delaware, along with those in South Philadelphia, can look forward to enjoying Potbelly’s signature menu, featuring freshly made sandwiches toasted to perfection, mouthwatering sides, and indulgent desserts, all served in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether stopping by for lunch, dinner, or a quick snack, these new shops will offer something for everyone in both Delaware and Philadelphia.
“This is an exciting milestone for Potbelly as we bring our unique dining experience to the vibrant and food-loving Metro Philadelphia area,” said Maureen DiStefano, Director of Franchising, of Potbelly Sandwich Works. “We can’t wait to welcome guests to their new neighborhood hangout, where they’ll find great food, friendly service, and the warm Potbelly vibe they’ll keep coming back for.”
The new shops will also play a role in supporting the local economy by creating jobs and providing a community space for friends, families, and neighbors to connect over delicious food.
Franchise Opportunities Still Available
With prime territories still available in Pennsylvania and the State of Pennsylvania, Potbelly continues to seek passionate franchise partners eager to join its mission of spreading “great food and good vibes” to new communities.
Stay Tuned for Opening Details
Details about the exact locations and grand opening events for the new Philadelphia shops will be announced soon. Guests can expect fun celebrations, special offers, and, of course, plenty of toasted sandwiches when the doors officially open.
For more information about Potbelly Sandwich Works’ franchise opportunities, please contact:
Maureen DiStefano
Sales Director, Potbelly Sandwich Works
Phone: (445) 287-1182
Email: maureen.distefano@Potbelly.com
Website: https://franchising.potbelly.com
About Potbelly
Potbelly Corporation is a neighborhood sandwich concept that has been feeding customers’ smiles with warm, toasty sandwiches, signature salads, hand-dipped shakes and other fresh menu items, customized just the way customers want them, for more than 40 years. Potbelly promises Fresh, Fast & Friendly service in an environment that reflects the local neighborhood. Since opening its first shop in Chicago in 1977, Potbelly has expanded to neighborhoods across the country - with more than 440 shops in the United States including more than 90 franchised shops in the United States. For more information, please visit our website at www.potbelly.com.

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