Erbert & Gerbert’s Sandwich Shop, the national sandwich chain offering gourmet subs, is expanding to Bend, with plans to open two locations within the next three years. The company plans to add six to eight total locations in Oregon over the next three to five years, targeting Portland, Beaverton, Gresham, Salem, Eugene, Springfield, Medford, Bend, Corvallis and Hillsboro for growth.
According to Technomic, 96 percent of consumers polled purchase sandwiches at least once a week. Unique flavor combinations, such as cranberry wasabi chicken, feature on the menu alongside classic options. Erbert & Gerbert’s says it offers extreme flavor with a relaxed, vintage atmosphere reminiscent of its Wisconsin roots. The satisfying sandwiches provide a healthy meal, and also serve vegetarian options.
Expansion after success in initial Midwest markets will allow Erbert & Gerbert’s flavorful message of quality ingredients and zesty tastes to grow nationwide.“After celebrating a huge milestone this year– our 25th anniversary – and our success throughout the country, we are very excited about coming to Bend to serve local residents,” said Jeff Thames, director of franchise sales for Erbert & Gerbert’s.
“We look forward to introducing locals to Flavornation – which stands for quality and being different. It’s about sandwiches you can’t find in a normal sub shop – it’s part of our culture.”
Founded in 1988 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Erbert & Gerbert’s has grown to over 63 locations in eight states, with locations ranging from urban centers to rural areas. Growth for 2013-2014 is targeted to Iowa, Illinois, Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Missouri and Nebraska, with additional franchises slated to open in Michigan and Texas.
