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Jimmy John's is known for its speedy, affordable subs made with fresh bread and generous mayo.
- Sub sandwiches are a popular, cheap, and speedy lunch option.
- Sandwich chain Jimmy John's will be acquired by Inspire Brands, which owns Arby's and Sonic, Inspire announced Wednesday.
- I went to a Jimmy John's in Jersey City, New Jersey to see what eating there is like, and my experience convinced me that Inspire Brands made a smart bet.
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It's lunchtime. You have twenty minutes and ten bucks. Where do you go?
For many a sub sandwich lover, the answer to that question is Jimmy John's, a chain known for its speedy, affordable subs made with fresh bread and generous mayo.
On Wednesday, Inspire Brands, the parent company of Arby's, Sonic, and Buffalo Wild Wings, announced that it will be acquiring Jimmy John's, making Inspire Brands the fourth-largest restaurant corporation in America.
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I went to Jimmy John's in Jersey City, New Jersey to see what it was like to eat there, and my experience convinced me that Inspire made a solid bet that's going to pay off.