Tubby’s

Specialties

Subs, salads, wings, catering.

History

Established in 1968.

The first Tubby’s Sub Shop was founded in 1968 by Richard Paganes, who at the time was 21 years old, in the Detroit suburb of St. Clair Shores at 13 Mile and Harper. The popular and now famous Tubby’s Subs with their unique flavor, high quality products and generous portions quickly became a Detroit area favorite. Richard’s pioneering vision and unwavering commitment to quality products and customer service are the cornerstones of Tubby’s success.

In 1978, the company awarded its first franchise store at 14 Mile and Ryan in Sterling Heights. A number of dine-​in locations opened soon after, followed by the first drive-​through restaurant in Westland in the early 1980’s. Growth has been at a deliberate pace. Quality of franchisees and store locations rather than the quantity of stores in operation are the guiding rules. That philosophy stems from the fact that Tubby’s Sub Shops was started as a family owned, family operated business. The family tradition continues with Robert Paganes, R