Another Subway restaurant bites the dust, how to get Footlong Cookies

Another Subway restaurant bites the dust, how to get Footlong Cookies

Today’s question is about the future of a popular sandwich chain and the availability of oblong cookies.

Question:

I noticed the Subway on Biltmore Ave in Biltmore Village is closed. And the one on New Leicester Highway closed a while ago. I wanted to try that new footlong cookie. Are there any Subways left in Asheville? Is it going out of business?

Answer:

The closure of three local Subway restaurant locations in recent years may seem like a trend but the corporation, which reportedly has nearly 37,000 restaurants in more than 100 countries, is still stacking sandwiches for customers worldwide, as well as in Asheville. The locations in question are at 740 Merrimon Ave., 325 New Leicester Highway, and 762 Biltmore Ave., and their closures are isolated incidents.

Subway announced it was bought by affiliates of Roark Capital, a private equity company. The company reported positive same-store sales growth and plans for menu innovation and modernization of restaurants.

Subway introduced Footlong Cookies on Dec. 4, National Cookie Day. The Footlong Cookie costs $5 and is described as “thick, gooey and packed with chocolate chips.” Other dessert options are also available at participating stores.

Seven Subway restaurants remain in Asheville, offering a variety of menu options for customers.

Future of Former Locations:

New development opportunities may be available for the former Subway locations, with progress and changes in store for these properties.

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