The Steak Escape Franchise

Quick-service, made-to-order grilled sandwiches


The Steak Escape was established in Columbus, Ohio, in 1982 by Ken Smith and Mark Turner. One year later, Escape Enterprise Ltd. was formed, and Steak Escape started franchising mall sites, as well as locations in college campuses, airports and sports arenas. The privately held company specializes in genuine Philadelphia cheesesteaks and operates in more than 30 states as well as overseas.

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How much does it cost to open a The Steak Escape Franchise?

The investment required to open a The Steak Escape Franchise is between $190,200-$1,300,000. There is an initial franchise fee of $25,000 which grants you the license to run a business under the The Steak Escape name.

Individual Unit Costs

  • Initial Investment:
    $190,200-$1,300,000
  • Initial Franchise Fee:
    $25,000
  • Royalty Fee:
    6%
  • Advertising Fee:
  • Term of Agreement:
    20 years


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When did the first The Steak Escape open? 1982
When did The Steak Escape start Franchising? 1983

Year U.S.A. Canada International Corporate
2005 151 3 1 9
2004 164 0 0 4
2003 162 0 0 4
2002 172 0 1 0
2001 166 0 1 0
Expense In-House Third Party
Franchise Fee No No
Startup Costs No No
Equipment No No
Inventory No No
Accounts Receivable No No
Payroll No No

Support
Newsletter, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations

International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 20 - 25

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (75% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Business Experience:

  • General business experience

  • To calculate how much income a franchise owner can do at The Steak Escape Franchise, may vary on factors like location, size etc., On the other side as a business owner your goals to maintain the quality of service while streaming sales high and expenses low. As any other franchise may include rent/mortgage, staffing/family, inventory supplies, utilities, administrative costs vise vera. Location to location and seasons the months costs may vary. Most franchises start up costs are typically fixed and they will cover most of the initial operating costs like signage, furniture, decoration and renovations.

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    The Steak Escape

    The Steak Escape

    The Steak Escape
    222 Neilston St.
    Columbus, OH
    43215

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