Subway is one of the largest franchises in the world in terms of unit count. Though the sub sandwich chain discontinued its famous “Five Dollar Footlong” deal for all but a few sandwich varieties, it continues to offer special deals on its 6-inch, 8-inch and footlong create-your-own subs.
Founded by Peter Buck and Fred DeLuca in Bridgeport, Connecticut, in 1965, Subway has units in more than 100 countries. The company was sold in 2024 to Roark Capital, the massive private equity firm that also owns Inspire Brands (Arby’s, Jimmy John’s, Sonic, Dunkin’ and others) and GoTo Foods (Cinnabon, Jamba, Auntie Anne’s and others).