The beginning

Our founder, Jimmy, had two options after high school - head to the military or open a business. He opted for sandwiches, and in January of 1983, the first Jimmy John’s was opened in the college town of Charleston, IL. The menu consisted of four sandwiches, made just like they are today with hand sliced meats and always fresh baked bread.

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The Jimmy cookies were created

Raisin Oatmeal or Chocolate Chip cookies? Whatever you have a taste for, our cookies are made with real butter, real eggs, and real vanilla. It's the only way we know how to do it!

Unwiches make their appearance on the menus.

For those who love Jimmy John's but dig less bread, we created the Unwich ^®, our carb-friendly, fresh-lettuce wrapped sandwich! Any sandwich as an Unwich ^® contains 12G or less total carbs.

Jimmy John's Chips make their debut

Original, Thinny Chips, Salt & Vinegar, BBQ, or Jalapeno, however you like 'em we got you!

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The chain reaches over 2,000 locations. Sandwiches for everyone!

KICKIN’ RANCH ^®

Jimmy Peppers ^®, blended into buttermilk and mixed with our special seasoning, house-made in our stores. Try a side of our house-made ranch with your favorite sandwich or Jimmy Chips ^® . Made for your dippin' pleasure!

The sandwich of sandwiches

Freaky Fast Rewards ^® was launched in February of 2019. Members are rewarded for doing what they're already doing - eating sandwiches. Rewards range from free sandwiches to sides and drinks. If you aren't a member, sign up now!

First location in Canada

More Canadian locations to come

Jimmy John's is now a go-to for fast, fresh sandwiches made with quality ingredients, all wrapped up in a dash of delivery speed!