Good news for the Jimmy John’s lovers who’ve called in seeking information about that banner on the west side of Hillside near Wesley Medical Center.
It’s true: Wichita’s third Jimmy John’s should open May 1 near the hospital, according to Matthew Brane, the president of Bushwood, the local franchisee.
And there’s better news: Three more are in the offing for Wichita in the next six months, Brane said.
And for the record, Brane called today and said he’s happy to share information about what Bushwood’s doing in Wichita. He said his office was closed on Friday afternoon, and is separate and distinct from the Illinois-based Jimmy John’s corporate office that was less than thrilled to talk Wichita that same afternoon.
So look for more announcements as Brane grows the popular sandwich chain across Wichita. I’ve never eaten there, but I need to. It’s not every day you run into potential customers chomping at the bit for a restaurant to open.
There will be more on the third store this week in the Eagle.