![]() ![]() Part of DeFranko's popularity is its charm. "So I thought I've got to bring something in that a single person can come in and eat if they don't want a whole sandwich, because they're pretty big." Unlike many restaurant chains, Blimpie does not generally operate. By mid-2002, there were about 2,000 Blimpie outlets in operation, located in 47 U.S. Roast Pork Sandwich at Tommy DiNics Roast Beef & Pork 51 N 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107. is the franchiser for Blimpie restaurants, the second largest submarine sandwich chain in the United States, trailing Subway. Enjoy a generous helping of roasted turkey or corned beef topped with sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing, and melted Swiss cheese sandwiched between fresh rye bread. ![]() "I put a sign up there "DeMini-Me" and it was a hit because a lot people, old ladies were coming in saying, 'The small is too big, I can't do it,'" said Alexander. Issacs Reuben, of course, has its own twist. The subs come in 3 sizes: $14 for a large, $12 for a small and $8 for a "DeMini-Me," a tiny sub named after the iconic character from the Austin Powers films. "You get what you pay for and you get it with love," said Alexander. The bread is great and the ingredients are all fresh and ready to eat. Each sub is topped with tomatoes, onions, and pickles. The pastrami is the shop's biggest seller but Alexander's favorite is the steak and cheese. "I have had little kids, sat here with their parents, come in, and now, they come in with their kids and their parents," she smiled. She's seen customers grow up and grow old. That's what I want," said DeFranko's Owner Dru Alexander, who's owned the shop since the summer of 1974. "I make a sandwich that you are happy to pay for. (KABC) - If you plan on stopping by DeFranko's Submarines in Van Nuys, you're in for a treat! ![]() Located across the street from the Van Nuys Airport, this tiny sandwich shop is serving up big submarines. ![]()
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