Cousins Subs
Franchise Overview
Cousins Subs is a Midwest-based fast-casual submarine sandwich franchise, founded in 1972 by two cousins, that serves East Coast-style grilled and deli subs made with fresh-baked signature bread and real ingredients sourced from Wisconsin and regional Midwest suppliers.
Key Highlights
- Signature fresh-baked bread and real Midwest ingredients set menu quality apart
- Corporate team manages site selection and buildout for a smooth franchise launch
- Demonstrated track record of average unit volume growth and same-store sales increases
- Catering programs and mobile app ordering open additional revenue streams for owners
Cousins Subs pairs a community-rooted identity with a proven, well-supported operating model, making it a compelling opportunity for franchisees who value brand integrity and consistent product quality.
Just the Facts
For most current information, see Franchise Disclosure Documents
Cousins Subs Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)
These official Cousins Subs FDDs contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.
Available Documents
Cousins Subs FDD 2026
March 2026
Cousins Subs FDD 2025
March 2025
Cousins Subs FDD 2024
March 2024
Cousins Subs FDD 2023
March 2023
Cousins Subs FDD 2022
March 2022
Cousins Subs FDD 2021
March 2021
Cousins Subs FDD 2020
March 2020
Cousins Subs FDD 2019
March 2019
Cousins Subs FDD 2018
March 2018
Cousins Subs Shop FDD 2017
March 2017
Cousins Subs Shop FDD 2016
March 2016
Cousins Subs FDD 2015
March 2015
Note: Purchased FDDs are available for immediate download. The $99 Document Processing Fee covers acquisition, storage, organization, and digital delivery of the FDD document.