Smalls Sliders® continues rapid expansion, exceeding 300 cans opened or in development

One of the hottest and fastest-growing QSR brands expands its national presence and celebrates its first placement on the Inc. 5000 list

ATLANTA, 13 August 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Smalls Sliders, the cheeseburger slider brand shaking up the QSR industry with its record-breaking development, is officially on its way to painting the nation with Smorange™ as it breaks the 300-can mark. This is another major milestone, as the brand reached 200 cans opened or in development just six months ago, highlighting unprecedented demand for the growing concept.

Smalls Sliders first caught the attention of multi-location, multi-brand operators almost immediately after the franchise reopened just over a year ago. After building a loyal following and dominating the Southeastern restaurant scene, Smalls Sliders quickly garnered national interest. It now has locations open or in development in 24 states, with six already sold out for future expansion.

“It is remarkable that Smalls Sliders has found favor with established franchisees and frequent sliders alike across the country,” said Don CrockerChief Development Officer of Smalls Sliders. “To see a restaurant brand maintain this momentum and continue to achieve remarkable milestones in such a short period of time is no small feat and is a true testament to the resilience of the Smalls Sliders brand. Smalls Sliders’ incredible growth and success is underscored by our Support Center’s relentless drive to challenge the status quo and inspire continuous innovation.”

Another notable achievement for the brand is its first-time inclusion on the coveted 2024 Inc. 5000 list, as Smalls Sliders ranks in the top 50% on the annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven overview of the most successful companies in the most dynamic segment of the economy – independent, entrepreneurial companies – and is further testament to Smalls Sliders’ outstanding reputation in the industry.

“Achieving this milestone is not only a testament to the growing strength of our brand, but also a clear signal of the exciting future ahead for Smalls Sliders,” said Maria RiveraCEO of Smalls Sliders. “Our journey has only just begun, and the momentum we are building will reinforce our larger vision to evolve the way people experience QSR. We’re not just serving cheeseburger sliders; we’re creating happy experiences that resonate with our loyal customers. As we continue to expand across the country, our focus remains on next-generation innovation, superior quality and building lasting relationships in every community we serve.”

Smalls Sliders currently has cans opened over Louisiana And Mississippiwith the first doses in Florida And Texas is set to open this summer with great anticipation. The brand has a robust pipeline in other states such as Arizona, Colorado, Kansasand more. Smalls Sliders has also expanded its growth opportunities to Idaho, Indiana And Montanapaving the way for the introduction of the famous cheeseburger sliders in even more communities across the country.

Smalls Sliders launched its first can in 2019 in its signature “Smorange™” color. Since its inception, Smalls Sliders has revolutionized the QSR industry with its strong leadership team and robust development pipeline and has continued its rapid growth trajectory with more than 300 cans open or in development. The brand continues to receive high recognition in the industry. Nation’s Restaurant News has named Smalls Sliders to its “Breakout Brands of 2023” and QSR Magazine Placement of the brand in the annual QSR 50 Contenders list in 2023 and 2024. Other awards include placement on Entrepreneur The magazine’s list of “Top New & Emerging Franchises” in 2023 and 2024.

For more information about Smalls Sliders, visit www.smallssliders.com.

About Smalls Sliders

Smalls Sliders is one of the fastest growing brands in the restaurant industry, specializing exclusively in fresh, made-to-order cheeseburger sliders that are small but large in taste. Equipped with a streamlined drive-thru, a walk-up window and a unique modular design, AtlantaThe publicly traded brand is targeting nationwide growth, opening locations in the Southeast, Southwest, Midwest and West Coast. These expansion plans are being led by Smalls Sliders’ top-notch leadership team, each of whom brings decades of experience in the restaurant industry. Smalls Sliders is the brainchild of visionary restaurateur Brandon Landryled by an industry veteran Maria RiveraCEO, and is backed by 10 Point Capital and former NFL star Drew Breesas investors. For more information on why Smalls Sliders is the biggest innovation in burgers since the invention of buns, visit www.smallssliders.com.

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