Lenny's Featured in The Tennessean

Lenny's was recently featured in The Tennessean in an article titled, "Sub shop owner sees power of personality".

The article describes franchisee Anand Patel’s background in hospitality management and his love for the Lenny’s brand. He notes that the Lenny’s personality and growth opportunities are what drew him to the brand and have allowed him to succeed. Anand credits his management style to his father, who has managed multiple hotels in the area since 1978. 

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Sub shop owner sees power of personality

Patel inherited strong work ethic from his father

Anand Patel, who grew up in Pulaski, Tenn., earned his bachelor’s degree in hospitality management with an emphasis in restaurants from California Polytechnic State University. Patel, 31, is married with two daughters, ages 2 and 1. He is a member of the Asian American Hotel Owners Association and the Tennessee Business Association, which is dedicated to educating and assisting Asian business owners.

Patel is the owner-operator and franchisee of three Lenny’s Sub Shops in the Nashville area and has partners in all three locations. He purchased his first one in Cool Springs in March of last year and began operating his second location that June in downtown Franklin and his third in Green Hills in January.

Second New Menu Item Since '98 Rolls Out at Lenny's

QSR recently documented Lenny's newest addition to their menu--the Hot Italian Sub. This sub is only the second new menu item from the 150-plus-unit sub franchise since 1998. Check out a portion of the article below or read the full story here.

Second New Menu Item Since '98 Rolls Out at Lenny's

"I Love Lenny's." These three words sum up the devotion of Lenny's Sub Shop's fanatical following, and explain why this 150-plus-unit sub franchise has worked so diligently to prepare for evolutionary expansion in 2011. Lenny's has made another addition to its menu, proving innovation is what intrigues and keeps guests coming back.

Lenny's new Hot Italian Sub, which hit counters nationwide on November 1, is only the second new release ever since the creation of Lenny's original menu back in 1998.

The Hot Italian Sub is a combination of four premium Italian meats, provolone cheese, onions, and green peppers grilled to perfection and topped off with oregano, pepper, oil, and vinegar. It is similar to the cold Italian Sub already on the menu. (Read More)