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Saltgrass Steak House
Headquarters
1510 W. Loop South, Houston, Texas 77027 USA
Tel: (713)850-1010 Fax: (713)850-7205
www.saltgrass.com
Ownership: Private
Segment: Full Service Steak
System Characteristics 2006 2005 2004
U.S. Systemwide Sales ($000) 130,000 126,000 120,000
Company-owned ($000) 130,000 126,000 120,000
Franchised ($000) - - -
U.S. Number of Units 36 32 30
Company-owned 36 32 30
Franchised - - -
International Sales ($000) - - -
International Units - - -
Average Sales/Unit ($000) 3,700 4,150 4,125
Concept Positioning |
Saltgrass Steak House combines a historic Texas atmosphere with a menu of signature certified Angus beef steaks as well as
chicken, seafood and pork specialties that are reminiscent of the Old Southwest. Landry’s Restaurants operates 42
restaurants in seven states.
Its casual interior décor features a "roadhouse" theme, complete with a fireplace and a saloon-style bar. The theme includes
an extensive use of Texas artifacts and rustic materials as well as barn-wood walls with old license plates tacked to them and
specially selected music and signage. Large parties can be accommodated in each unit’s private dining rooms, or on the
spacious patio. Saltgrass units, which seat 275 guests and average 8,000 sq. ft., are typically freestanding and located next to
major highways.
Named for the historic Saltgrass Trail, which led Texas cattle from coastal salt grass lands to the markets, the first Saltgrass
Steak House opened in Houston in 1990. Cliff Halphen and William Osterhout were its creators. The company also owns and
operates Denis' Seafood Restaurant, acquired in early 1997 from bankruptcy. Landry's Restaurants acquired Saltgrass Steak
House in 2002. In mid-2006, Landry’s retained Wachovia Securities to explore strategic alternatives for Saltgrass and Joe’s
Crab Shack— the latter of which was sold in late 2006 for $192 million—in order to concentrate its focus on core brands
Landry’s Seafood House, Chart House and Rainforest Café.
Menu Positioning |
Saltgrass Steak House presents a varied menu for lunch and dinner featuring sandwiches, burgers, chicken and seafood.
Saltgrass Steak House also has 10 signature steaks, weighing between eight and 22 ounces and made with certified Angus
beef seasoned with a unique seven-spice steak seasoning and topped with garlic butter (or served on the side). Each steak
includes a dinner salad, Caesar salad or cup of soup and Shiner Bock Beer Bread, plus a choice of sides, such as french fries,
baked potato, Romano potatoes, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Texas rice or fresh seasonal vegetables. Additional signature items
include Texas Cheesesteak Sandwich, Tenderloin Tacos, Grilled Chicken Breast & Gulf Shrimp Combo, Hickory Chicken and
Grilled Fresh Salmon. A kids’ menu features BBQ Baby Back Ribs, Shrimp & Chicken Tenders and Trailride Pizza. Desserts
items include Caramel Apple Pecan Pie, Margarita Pie and Brownie Super Sundae. Full liquor service is available. Checks
average $15 for lunch and $19 for dinner.
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