Great Steak & Potato Company

Great Steak & Potato Company is a quick-service restaurant brand known for its cheesesteaks, baked potatoes, and grilled sandwiches. Founded in 1982 in Dayton, Ohio, the company built its reputation on authentic Philadelphia-style cheesesteaks and fresh-cut fries, starting with a handful of locations before expanding across the Midwest and beyond. In 2004, Great Steak became part of Kahala Brands, a multi-concept franchisor that also owns Cold Stone Creamery and several other well-known restaurant brands. This partnership gave Great Steak access to broader resources and support, helping the brand grow and adapt over the years.

As of November 2025, Great Steak operates about 50 locations, mostly in shopping malls and a few airports across the United States, with a small number of international sites. The brand’s growth has been driven by franchising, with a focus on high-traffic retail centers, including mall food courts and select non-traditional venues. Great Steak continues to seek new franchise partners and real estate opportunities, targeting markets with strong retail and commuter traffic, both domestically and in select international regions like Canada and the Middle East.

The company’s store format is designed for fast-casual environments, making it a flexible tenant for food courts and mixed-use developments. Its streamlined menu and efficient operations allow for smooth buildouts and consistent performance, supporting both new projects and the repositioning of existing retail spaces. Great Steak’s established presence in malls and its ongoing expansion efforts reflect its adaptability and commitment to meeting changing consumer needs in today’s retail landscape.