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Tubby's Grilled Submarines

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Explore Tubby's Grilled Submarines franchise costs, fees, unit count, and Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Request the full FDD free below.

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Food & BeverageFounded 1977· 49 yrs56 unitshttp
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Total Investment

Franchise Fee

Unit Count

56

Year Founded

1977

Overview

Why Tubby's Grilled Submarines?

Tubby's Grilled Submarines is a food & beverage brand with over 49 years of operating history and 56 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

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Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

20142013

Latest FDD on file: 2014. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Why every serious buyer requests the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Tubby's Grilled Submarines franchise FAQ

Is Tubby's Grilled Submarines a franchise?

Yes. Tubby's Grilled Submarines is a franchise in the food & beverage category, which means you can own and operate a Tubby's Grilled Submarines location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

How many Tubby's Grilled Submarines franchise locations are there?

Tubby's Grilled Submarines operates 56 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.

When was Tubby's Grilled Submarines founded?

Tubby's Grilled Submarines was founded in 1977, giving the brand 49 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Tubby's Grilled Submarines franchise profitable?

Tubby's Grilled Submarines unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Tubby's Grilled Submarines FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Tubby's Grilled Submarines franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Tubby's Grilled Submarines Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.

Where can I get the Tubby's Grilled Submarines FDD?

The current Tubby's Grilled Submarines FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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