# Jersey Mike's business expansion and consumer feedback

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/jersey-mikes-business-expansion-and-consumer-feedback
> Updated: 2026-10-10T22:00:39.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Jersey Mike’s is pursuing an aggressive growth strategy to expand from 3,300 units to 15,000 locations, split equally between domestic and international markets. CEO Charlie Morrison aims to double the average unit volume from $1.4 million to over $2 million. To support this, the company has increased its digital media marketing spend from less than 1% to 20% of its budget to attract a Gen Z demographic.

While the company has seen a 2.3% increase in second-quarter same-store sales and positive momentum in the third quarter, consumer assessments of the menu show a divide. While certain items like the tuna sandwich are praised for ingredient quality and the signature ‘Mike’s Way’ preparation, other products have faced criticism regarding cost-to-substance ratios and flavor profiles.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-10: Jersey Mike’s sandwich quality and value assessments

Assessments of Jersey Mike’s sandwiches show high praise for the in-house prepared tuna, while other items face criticism over rising prices and flavor consistency.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jersey-mikes-sandwich-quality-and-value-assessments

### 2026-09-11: Jersey Mike's targets 15,000 locations and higher unit volume

Jersey Mike's aims to reach 15,000 locations and increase average unit volume to $2 million through digital marketing expansion and international growth, while analysts raise price targets.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jersey-mikes-targets-15000-locations-and-higher-unit-volume

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