Quiznos franchise
Quiznos is a sandwich chain known for toasted subs, along with soups and salads. It has shrunk a lot from its peak and now targets both traditional and non-traditional locations. At the end of 2025 there were 139 Quiznos locations in the US, 138 franchised and 1 company-owned.
- Cost to open
- $214K–$649K
- Franchise fee
- $20,000
- Royalty
- 5%
- Locations, 2025
- 139
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Company snapshot
- Franchising since
- 1991
- Franchisor based in
- Denver, Colorado
- Time to open
- About 12 months after signing
- Agreement length
- 10 years
- Territory
- No exclusive territory
- Financing
- None offered
From Quiz Holdings, LLC’s 2026 filing.
How much a Quiznos franchise costs
Opening one Quiznos restaurant costs an estimated $213,900 to $648,800. That covers the franchise fee and everything else needed to open, through the first months of working capital.
Source: Quiz Holdings, LLC, 2026 filing, page 17
Quiznos franchise fee
The franchise fee is $20,000, made up of a $5,000 initial franchise fee and a $15,000 initial support fee. You pay it when you sign the franchise agreement.
Source: Quiz Holdings, LLC, 2026 filing, page 11
Royalty and ongoing fees
| Royalty | 5% of gross sales, paid weekly. |
|---|---|
| Brand or marketing fund | Currently a 4% marketing fee (up to 5%), paid weekly. |
Source: Quiz Holdings, LLC, 2026 filing, page 13
Sales and earnings
Shares figures Quiznos publishes sales or earnings figures for its locations: it reports 2025 annual sales for franchised outlets open at least 12 months. The full tables, with notes on which locations are counted, are in its filing.
Source: Quiz Holdings, LLC, 2026 filing, page 46
Locations opened and closed
| Year | Franchised | Company-owned |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 154 (−12) | 1 |
| 2024 | 151 (−3) | 1 |
| 2025 | 138 (−13) | 1 |
Closed or left counts terminations, non-renewals, locations bought back by the franchisor and locations that stopped operating.
Source: Quiz Holdings, LLC, 2026 filing, page 47
How Quiznos compares
Of the 46 fast food franchises on this site, Quiznos is the 2nd cheapest to open and the 44th largest by number of locations.
| Measure | Quiznos | Typical fast food |
|---|---|---|
| Cost to open, low end | $214K | $701K |
| Royalty | 5% | 5% |
| Change in franchised locations, 0 yrs | −16.9% | +6.3% |
| Shares earnings figures | Yes | 39 of 46 |
Typical is the median across the 46 brands in fast food franchises.
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Quiznos franchise questions
How long does it take to open a Quiznos?
About 12 months after signing, according to Quiznos's 2026 filing. Finding a site, permits and build-out are what usually stretch it.
Does Quiznos help with financing?
No. Quiznos does not offer financing or guarantee loans or leases, so buyers arrange their own, usually a bank or SBA loan.
Do Quiznos franchisees get a protected territory?
No. Quiznos grants the right to run one location but no exclusive area, so another Quiznos can open nearby.
How long is a Quiznos franchise agreement?
The initial term is 10 years. Renewal is usually possible if you're in good standing, often for a fee and a remodel.
How does Quiznos compare with other fast food franchises?
Of the 46 fast food franchises here, Quiznos is the 2nd cheapest to open (low end $214K against a $701K median) and the 44th largest by number of locations. Its 5% royalty is in line with the 5% median.
Does Quiznos say how much franchisees make?
Yes: it reports 2025 annual sales for franchised outlets open at least 12 months. Your results can differ; the filing explains which locations are counted.
Where is Quiznos based?
Quiz Holdings, LLC is based in Denver, Colorado and the brand has sold franchises since 1991.