Buy a Big Al’s Steaks Franchise

Big Al’s Steaks is an authentic Philadelphia cheesesteak franchise founded in 2006 in Coconut Creek, FL, by Alan “Big Al” and Adam Costilo. Specializing in freshly sliced ribeye steak, real Philly rolls, and high-quality sandwiches served fast in a vibrant atmosphere, it stands out in the QSR sandwich market for genuine flavor without chopped meat. Franchising since 2009, it offers a simple model with initial investments from $270K-$568K, appealing to food lovers seeking Philly authenticity nationwide.

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Why buy a Big Al’s Steaks Franchise?

Buy Big Al’s for proven Philly authenticity in a booming QSR niche, with full training/support minimizing risk. Recession-resistant demand, veteran discounts, and scalable model suit entrepreneurs building loyal repeat business.

Big Al’s Steaks Franchise Costs & Information

  • Minimum Qualifications

    • Initial Franchise Fee

      $27,500

    • Initial Investment

      $331,150 - $546,950

    • Net Worth Requirement

      $250,000

    • Cash Requirement

      $80,000

  • Royalty

    • Royalty Fee

      6%

  • Training & Support

    • 2-7 days on the job training

    • 8 days classroom training

    • Ongoing support

    • Marketing support

Big Al’s Steaks – Additional  Information

  1. Franchisee Support

    Big Al's provides comprehensive training: 8 days classroom, 2-7 days on-the-job, plus seven days at your store with operations advisors for setup and marketing rollout. Ongoing support includes newsletters, conventions, toll-free line, grand opening aid, online tools, lease negotiation, field operations, and regional advertising. Veterans get 20% off the $27,500 franchise fee.

  2. Accolades & Awards

    Big Al's earned "Best Sub Shop 2006" (Coconut Creek/Margate, Forum Magazine) and "Best Philly Cheesesteak 2007" (Palm Beach/Broward). Its rapid franchising success and authentic recipes have built a strong reputation in the competitive sandwich sector.

  3. Industry / Market

    The U.S. QSR sandwich segment thrives, with subs/sandwiches/salads averaging franchising starts from 2004 onward; total pet/food spending hit $136B+ in 2022 (11% YoY growth). Demand for premium, authentic fast-casual like Philly cheesesteaks fuels expansion in a resilient $20B+ market.

  4. Ideal Owner

    Ideal owners are outgoing food enthusiasts with customer service passion, no prior experience needed. They thrive in fast-paced QSR, managing small teams (HQ has 26 staff model), and leveraging marketing support for local growth.

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