Sandella's Flatbread Café

Sandella's Flatbread Café is an international franchise restaurant chain that specializes in flatbread-based dishes. Founded in 1994 by Michael J. Stimola in Connecticut, United States, the chain has since expanded to over 130 locations worldwide.

History

Michael J. Stimola founded Sandella's Flatbread Café in 1994. The first location was in West Redding, Connecticut. The name "Sandella" is derived from a combination of the words "sandwich" and "Stimola". The restaurant was initially a local eatery, but it quickly gained popularity due to its unique flatbread recipes.

Menu

The menu at Sandella's Flatbread Café primarily consists of dishes made with a proprietary flatbread. This includes sandwiches, wraps, paninis, quesadillas, and pizzas. The flatbread used in these dishes is known for its health benefits, as it is low in calories, fat, and sodium, and is also cholesterol-free. The menu also includes salads, rice bowls, and a variety of beverages.

Franchising

Sandella's Flatbread Café began franchising in 1997. As of 2021, the chain has over 130 locations in 14 countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and India. The franchise model has been a key factor in the rapid expansion of the brand.

Recognition

Sandella's Flatbread Café has received several awards and recognitions for its franchising success and menu. This includes being named one of the "Top 100 Movers and Shakers" by Fast Casual Magazine and one of the "Top 500 Franchises" by Entrepreneur Magazine.

See also

• List of fast food restaurant chains
• List of pizza chains
• List of sandwich chains