STEAK ESCAPE SANDWICH GRILL
Steak Escape Sandwich Grill is a fast-casual restaurant franchise specializing in made-to-order specialty sandwiches, salads, potatoes, fresh-cut french fries, and fresh lemonade, utilizing unique in-store merchandising and strict quality procedures. The franchisor, Escape Enterprises, Ltd., sells franchises for these retail food outlets, with a total investment ranging from $239,500 to $828,500 per unit. It targets consumers seeking high-quality, customizable quick-service meals in competitive food markets.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
6% royalty + 0.5% (mall) or 1.5% (non-mall) marketing fund
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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Extracted Item 19 Section
How STEAK ESCAPE SANDWICH GRILL Compares to Other Fast Food Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
STEAK ESCAPE SANDWICH GRILL Current | N/A | $25K | 6.0% | 19 |
| Burger King | $2.1M - $4.7M | $50K | 4.5% | 19,732 |
| MCDONALD'S | $1.5M - $2.6M | $45K | N/A | 12,772 |
| AFC | $45K - $151K | $6K | 9.5% | 3,572 |
| SONIC DRIVE-IN | $1.7M - $3.1M | $15K | 5.0% | 3,441 |
| JIMMY JOHN'S | $366K - $728K | $35K | 6.0% | 2,647 |
Fast Food Average 127 franchises | $605K - $1.5M | $35K | 6.1% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 127 Fast Food franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+5 more states
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Suit to collect royalty payments from franchisee.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How many STEAK ESCAPE SANDWICH GRILL franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, STEAK ESCAPE SANDWICH GRILL has 19 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1996.
Is STEAK ESCAPE SANDWICH GRILL a good franchise to buy?
Whether STEAK ESCAPE SANDWICH GRILL is a good franchise investment depends on your personal goals, available capital, and local market conditions. We recommend reviewing the full FDD, speaking with existing franchisees listed in Item 20, and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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