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"Located in the Haight, the original Escape From New York Pizza spot opened in 1986 by Paul Geffner and Joe Goldmark, and over the years I’ve seen it described as a longtime supporter of homelessness charities. Escape joined the Concerned Citizens of the Haight because its representatives said the proposed homeless camp was a health and safety issue at that location, but the chain’s spokesperson emphasized that Escape had no input in hiring the group's lawyer, does not agree with Harmeet Dhillon’s politics, and was surprised by the choice; she also clarified that Joe Goldmark left the business more than two decades ago. The mini-chain now has six locations, and I note they’re offering buffalo hot wings, new pizza flavors at all six locations, and gift cards in any denomination." - Eve Batey