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On Wednesday, DoorDash announced that Jimmy John's restaurants across the U.S. will be added to its delivery website. But the sandwich chain, which is owned by Arby's parent Inspire Brands, will still task its own delivery drivers with dropping off customers' orders rather than entrusting it to DoorDash's gig workers.
What is the farthest Jimmy John's will deliver? ›
Jimmy John's only delivers up to five minutes away from the sourcing store. Why? According to Jimmy Johns, It's ”Freaky Freshness.” Any farther than that and the sandwich is at risk of losing its freshness. So it's not that Jimmy John's can't deliver more than five minutes away, it's that they won't.
Why doesn't Jimmy John's deliver to my address? ›
The Jimmy John's Online Ordering system relies on 3rd party data to determine whether your address is in one of our delivery areas. If you live in a newly developed area or the 3rd party data is inaccurate, please call your closest Jimmy John's for delivery.
How much should you tip a Jimmy John's delivery driver? ›
A good rule of thumb is to tip $3-$5 or 15-20% of the bill for a difficult delivery. Delivery workers take on many risks, especially during this pandemic period, and it's only reasonable to give a generous tip for the extra risk.
Why are there no deliveries on DoorDash? ›
Some days there are more delivery opportunities than others. If you're not getting delivery opportunities, you might consider moving closer to a hotspot. If you think there is something wrong with your phone or Dasher app, please click the link for the app troubleshooting guide linked below.
Why was DoorDash order cancelled? ›
Orders may be cancelled for a variety of reasons, such as: The restaurant is closed. The restaurant is out of an item. The restaurant is no longer accepting takeout orders.
Is Subway more popular than Jimmy John's? ›
Jimmy John's and Subway are two of the most popular fast-food sandwich chains in the U.S. According to CivicScience's ongoing brand-tracking data, 46% of U.S. adults are favorable toward eating at Subway, compared to 32% who enjoy eating at Jimmy John's.
What state has the most Jimmy John's? ›
How many Jimmy Johns stores are there in the United States? There are 2,687 Jimmy Johns stores in the United States as of July 16, 2024. The state and territory with the most number of Jimmy Johns locations in the US is Illinois, with 285 stores, which is about 11% of all Jimmy Johns stores in the US.
What is the longest sandwich at Jimmy John's? ›
16" J.J. Gargantuan Sandwich Combo | Jimmy John's.
Why is Jimmy John's being boycotted? ›
Jimmy John's boycott: CEO's elephant hunting photo leads to new wave of social media outrage. Social media users are calling for a boycott of Jimmy John's after controversial photos of the fast-food sandwich chain's CEO resurfaced online Friday.
The Jimmy John's chain has over 2,700 locations, with 98% of them being franchises. In 2016, Roark Capital Group purchased a majority stake in the company. Later, in 2019, Inspire Brands purchased the company from Roark Capital Group for an unspecified amount.
Why is the delivery fee not a tip? ›
Delivery fees do not compensate the driver directly. Instead, they are typically used to cover the cost of gas, insurance, parking tickets, and other company expenses related to transporting your food.
What do delivery drivers do when customers don't tip? ›
In some cases, drivers have even taken matters into their own hands, refusing to hand over food — or even eating the food they were supposed to deliver — if the tip is too low. But for the most part, drivers are just trying to get by in an increasingly hostile gig economy.
What is a fair tip for a delivery driver? ›
Flat rate. Warrener's rule of thumb is to tip delivery people, whether they're on foot, bike, or in a car, between $3 and $5 depending on the cost of the meal and how far they travel. Indeed, a delivered meal for a large family can be costly, and a 20% tip can seem exorbitant, hence his recommendation to tip a flat fee ...
Why is nobody delivering on DoorDash? ›
Short Answer: It's All About Timing and Demand
When lots of people want food, there might not be enough drivers to go around. Another reason could be your location. If you're far from the restaurant, drivers might think twice about taking the trip, especially if it's not worth the payout for them.
Why are all menu items not on DoorDash? ›
DoorDash restricts the sale of certain items to adhere to legal guidelines and/or to improve your customers' experiences. If we come across a restricted item on your menu, we will not add them.
Why is DoorDash order not going through? ›
Short and Sweet: Top Reasons Your Order Isn't Going Through
A spotty or weak signal could be the culprit. Next up, payment trouble. Make sure your card has not expired and that you've entered the details correctly. Lastly, the DoorDash app itself might need a quick refresh or update.
Why is DoorDash declining? ›
The main reasons DoorDash might decline your card include insufficient funds, bank authorization, outdated card information, or DoorDash's own security measures. It's essential to check these areas first.