New sandwich shop is first of its kind in the area
So how does Strongsville like its first Firehouse Subs? Very well, it seems. "It's been great," said franchise owner Matthew Mikola. "People are happy we're here." How happy? "We've had some people come in every single day since we opened and try a different sub each day," Mikola said. The area's first Firehouse Subs opened Nov. 9 at 17250 Royalton Rd., in the former Borders plaza. Mikola said fans who have had the subs in other states "found us right away," and the staff is now introducing Strongsville-area residents to the sandwiches. The restaurant is known for steaming its premium meats and cheeses, piling them on toasted sub rolls and serving them “Fully Involved®” with fresh produce. The authentic firehouse setting is based on the…
Here's what happened in Strongsville over the last few days
Here are some of the headlines from Strongsville this week: 1. New restaurant on the way -- Firehouse Subs will open one of its first Cleveland-area franchises in Strongsville. 2. Mad Cactus makeover -- A year after the Retaurant: Impossible chef visited, the owner has returned to the old menu. 3. Break-in at Applebee's -- A bold thief smashes a window, grabs a TV and flees. 4. Car break-ins -- Thieves are again targeting purses in certain parking lots. 5. Payday loan scams -- Some residents are getting calls about cash advances they never authorized or received.
Firehouse Subs will open its second Cleveland-area location near Earth Fare
A sub sandwich shop making its first inroads into the Cleveland area is moving into the former Borders Plaza on Royalton Road. Firehouse Subs will take over the spot vacated by The Steak Escape at 17200 Royalton Rd. It will be the company's second Cleveland-area location, joining a Firehouse Subs shop at 6232 Mayfield Rd. in Mayfield Heights that is due to open in October. There are also Ohio locations in Columbus, Toledo and Cincinnati. Franchise owner Matthew Mikola said he hopes to open the Strongsville restaurant in early November. "We'll be in before the holidays," he said. The restaurant will have more than 70 seats and will offer catering. The chain was started by a pair of firefighter brothers in Florida 18 years ago and how has …
McAlla
12:19 pm on Wednesday, September 19, 2012
I wish he mayor would start promoting other areas of Strongsville as well, not just areas near the mall and The new Giant Eagle. Areas such as Bennets Corners would be a great place to put new, local shops! There is available land on several corners and rental space available as well. more ›