LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — There's a new fast food joint set to be "sliding" into the Little Rock area soon.
Smalls Sliders, the industry-disrupting cheeseburger slider brand, has now signed a multi-unit agreement with a franchisee to open new "cans." This deal marks the brand's second agreement for the state of Arkansas and will mark the business's entrance into Little Rock.
The Little Rock buildings will be owned by Chris McJunkins who is a franchisee for several other locations in Louisiana, as well as other restaurants in the area.
McJunkins is looking forward to opening other locations in the Natural State, including in Conway, Benton, and Hot Springs.
“Smalls Sliders is a totally unique concept that is really changing the game for the [quick-service] industry,” says McJunkins. “Beyond just the delicious cheeseburger sliders, it provides a fun and welcoming experience for guests – whether they’re just slidin’ thru or hanging out by the Can at our outdoor patio. The response from the community at our first two restaurant openings has been amazing, and I’m thrilled to experience similar success and become the go-to restaurant for the Little Rock community.”
Smalls Sliders has continued to see unprecedented growth, and the brand recently surpassed having over 240 "cans" already open or under development. They are also set to open 30 of those this year.
“Chris has been a franchisee with us almost from the beginning and it’s amazing to see him continue to succeed with additional growth opportunities at Smalls,” says Maria Rivera, CEO of Smalls Sliders. “Since the start of 2024, we’ve continued to increase our development pipeline in key markets and this second agreement in Arkansas helps maintain the strong growth track we have been on. I am confident that Chris will continue to uphold our values and find success through these additional four Cans.”
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