SARATOGA SPRINGS — Pizza and ice cream will once again be available on South Broadway.
Russell Faden, owner of 12 Subways between the Spa City and Queensbury, is opening a Papa John’s at 146 South Broadway in the old Pizza House building. In the spring, The Ice Cream Man from Route 29 will be moving into the space next door formerly operated the Alexandria’s Ice Cream.
“I looked at this space and I have been looking at opening a Papa John’s—they’re a good company,” said Faden. “They’re a good business and this is a good spot.”
Faden said part of the reason for choosing South Broadway was the growth it is has experienced in recent years, including the upgrading of several properties and the opening of diverse businesses.
“This area has really grown and it is looking nice,” continued Faden.
While Papa John’s depends mostly on deliveries, there will be a few small tables for dining in, noted manager Jenn Wood, who has worked for Faden for almost six years.
“Approximately 50 percent of Papa John’s business is delivery,” said Wood.
Faden noted that the delivery radius for the business is based on a 10-minute drive—south to the Northway; north to Wilton Mall; east to Saratoga Lake; and west to the Rowland Street area.
Continuing, Fade said that while Papa John’s will be having a national special—$11 for any large pizza—he would also be offering a special.
“Any large, three-topping pizza will be $10,” said Faden.
They will also be offering slices, a non-traditional item for the franchise.
Wood said Papa John’s biggest seller is the Specialty Pizza, The Works.
“Every pizza is hand-tossed right here in the store,” she continued, adding that for delivery, their aim is to have the order at the customer’s door within 35 minutes of ordering.
Noting that the new chocolate chip cookies are a big hit with customers, Wood said another popular dessert is the Cinapple.
“It is pizza dough with a cinnamon apple mix spread on top and topped with icing,” said Wood.
Wood said the store has 25 full and part time employees and that they are still looking to fill several of those positions.
“We are starting out with 25 employees, but it could grow up to 35,” said Wood.
Papa John’s offers 10, 12, 14 and 16-inch pizzas, as well as other favorites such as chicken wings, cheese sticks and chicken poppers.
“It’s the best pizza in town,” said Faden.
The store will be open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
Located ay 146 South Broadway, Papa John’s is having their grand opening today, November 1. Call (518) 587-7272 (PAPA) to order or for more information.
