Sirloin Stockade

Sirloin Stockade is an established American buffet and steakhouse chain built on the premise of family-friendly dining at accessible prices. The brand was founded in 1966 in Oklahoma City as a single-location steakhouse offering an all-you-can-eat buffet alongside traditional steakhouse fare. The concept gained traction quickly, and by the late 1970s Sirloin Stockade had become a regional fixture in the buffet steakhouse segment, with dozens of locations spread across the Midwest and South.

As of November 2025, Sirloin Stockade operates approximately 15 locations, concentrated in Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Missouri, with a small number of franchised units in Mexico. The brand's footprint has contracted from its peak during the 1990s, a shift that reflects broader industry headwinds in the buffet and casual dining sectors. The company remains recognizable in its core markets, where it maintains a loyal customer base attracted by affordable pricing and broad menu selection.

Sirloin Stockade is owned by Stockade Companies, a privately held restaurant group headquartered in Hutchinson, Kansas. Stockade Companies also operates the Montana Mike's and Coyote Canyon brands and handles all real estate, franchise, and operational functions for Sirloin Stockade with an emphasis on consistency and franchisee support.

The Sirloin Stockade format combines buffet service with made-to-order steaks and typically occupies freestanding buildings in suburban or highway-adjacent locations. This flexible approach has allowed the brand to operate successfully across secondary and tertiary markets. In recent years, the company has shifted its strategy away from aggressive expansion, instead focusing on supporting existing franchisees and optimizing current locations while remaining open to select franchise opportunities in core and adjacent markets.

For landlords and developers, Sirloin Stockade's long operating history, adaptable format, and track record in value-oriented retail centers and highway corridors make it a credible tenant option. The company's willingness to consider both new builds and second-generation restaurant spaces offers practical flexibility for real estate partners seeking established operators with proven market presence.