Quaker Steak & Lube
TravelCenters of America
Company Information
24601 Center Ridge Road Westlake, Ohio 44145-5634
QSL Franchise Systems LLC is a Maryland limited liability company that was formed on March 24, 2016. Their principal business address is 24601 Center Ridge Road, Westlake, Ohio 44145-5634. QSL is a wholly owned subsidiary of TravelCenters of America Holding Company LLC, a Delaware limited liability company.
In May of 1996, we began offenng franchises to establish and operate QUAKER STEAK & LUBE Restaurants under the Licensed Marks and the System pursuant to the terms of the Franchise Agreement and the Area Development Agreement The franchise offered is for the right to establish and operate full-service QUAKER STEAK & LUBE Restaurants (the "Restaurants") or Ancillary Facility as descnbed below The Restaurants will feature a varied menu of chicken wings, chicken, hamburgers, salads, steaks, a retail area, and a full-service bar with a distinctive motor theme trade dress in a casual dining atmosphere
1 Directors with Prior Bankruptcies
1 Ongoing Lawsuits
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Franchimp Summary Rating
4/10
Investment Accessibility
4/10
Franchise System Development
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Summary of Investment Costs
Upfront Franchise Fees
Minimum: $54,500 Maximum: $86,500
Upfront franchise fees are the one-time payments required to secure rights to operate under an established brand, typically ranging from $20,000 to $100,000+ depending on brand value.
These fees grant access to proprietary business systems, training programs, intellectual property rights, and often territorial exclusivity—essentially purchasing the blueprint for a proven business model.
While separate from ongoing royalties, investors should evaluate these fees against expected returns, comparing fee-to-earnings ratios across opportunities and assessing how effectively franchisors reinvest these funds into system improvements.
Total Investment Costs
Minimum: $1,357,500 Maximum: $3,532,500
Ongoing Fees
Ongoing franchise fees, typically structured as royalties ranging from 4-8% of gross sales, represent the continuous payments franchisees make to maintain brand affiliation and support services.
These recurring fees fund the franchisor's operational assistance, marketing initiatives, technology updates, and continued brand development—creating a partnership where the franchisor's revenue grows alongside the franchisee's success. In addition to royalties, franchisees often contribute to national advertising funds (usually 1-3% of sales) and may incur technology fees, supply chain markups, or renewal fees depending on the franchise agreement.
Investors should carefully analyze these ongoing costs within their financial projections, as they directly impact profit margins and cash flow throughout the entire franchise relationship.
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