Penn Station East Coast Subs Gets Cheesy with New Cheese Dippers

Sandwich Franchise adds Cheddar Cheese Dipper to Elevate Award-Winning Fries

March 18, 2026 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI, Ohio -  Penn Station East Coast Subs, the fast-casual sandwich franchise beloved for its grilled-to-order subs, fresh-cut fries, and hand-squeezed lemonade, is adding a cheesy twist to its menu with the introduction of the Cheese Dipper.

The new Cheese Dipper is a cup of rich, creamy cheddar cheese designed to give your taste buds an extra boost. Paired with Penn Station’s award-winning golden fries, this cheesy sidekick promises to make every bite even more craveable.

The decision to add the Cheese Dipper comes directly from customer insights and menu trends, which show that fans consistently crave options with extra cheese. Penn Station studied consumer behavior and found that adding cheese-based sides and toppings drives excitement and repeat visits, making this new item a perfect fit for fans who love bold, indulgent flavors.

Available at $1.89 per cup, the Cheese Dipper will be a permanent menu item at participating locations. To celebrate the launch, customers with a coupon at participating locations, can enjoy a free Cheese Dipper with the purchase of any size fries.

“Penn Station is all about elevating the classic sub experience, and the Cheese Dipper is our latest way to add a little extra flavor fun to every meal,” said Craig Dunaway, COO of Penn Station East Coast Subs. “We’re excited for our fans to dip and indulge in this new cheesy offering.”

The Cheese Dipper is available now at all Penn Station East Coast Subs locations.

For more information or to find a Penn Station location near you, visit www.penn-station.com. 

About Penn Station East Coast Subs

Founded in 1985 by Jeff Osterfeld, Penn Station East Coast Subs is celebrating over 40 years of serving award-winning grilled hot and classic cold subs, fresh-cut fries, and freshly squeezed lemonade. Privately held and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, the brand is known as a community staple in states including Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania, while rapidly expanding into North Carolina, South Carolina, and Michigan. With more than 320 locations nationwide, Penn Station is considered among the country’s fastest-growing franchise systems and is proud to be ranked on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list. 

Learn more about Penn Station East Coast Subs at penn-station.com.

SOURCE Penn Station East Coast Subs

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