BATON ROUGE, La. – Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux (Walk-On’s), the celebrated restaurant brand channeling an unmistakable winning spirit driven by selfless teamwork and camaraderie, has drawn up a 2023 growth game plan that captures current momentum and carries it to the next level.

“We are so proud of what we accomplished last year, and know that there are milestones for us to hit in 2023,” said Scott Taylor, CEO of Walk-On’s. “We’ve been expanding our footprint with new locations in key markets and remain focused on evolving operations, restaurant design and brand growth to reinforce our position for the future.”

Formative in several ways, 2022 proved to solidify the prominence of Walk-On’s with guests and franchise investors alike. Last year, Walk-On’s Support Office and its talented franchisees teamed up to open multiple new locations, and set the stage for dozens more to come. There are now more than 75 restaurants operating and 100-plus in various stages of its development pipeline across 14 states, with Missouri (Columbia) to become the newest market joining the franchise system in April.

“Walk-On’s presents the total package for franchise owners who are eager to reach new heights. On top of our award-winning, high-volume business model and industry-leading operational advancements, our inclusive culture and passion for coming together as a winning team sets us apart from others in the restaurant franchise space,” said Kelly Parker, who heads franchise development for the brand. “Walk-On’s is more than just a restaurant brand – we are a brand built on passion, tradition and the desire to serve our communities, and that same ethos is imparted onto each and every one of our franchisees. The success of our franchise partners is what defines us, and our willingness to provide the best, all-access support to them is unparalleled.”

As the company enters its 20th anniversary year with a remarkable $5 million average unit volume*, Walk-On’s holds a strong position in the restaurant franchising landscape. Last year alone, it signed franchise agreements to break into new territories including Fayetteville, Arkansas; Tampa, Florida; and Baytown, Texas. Plus, the Baton Rouge, Louisiana-born brand opened the doors to new restaurants last year in markets such as Arizona, Las Vegas, Kansas and Georgia. This year, Walk-On’s is expecting to open an additional 15 franchise restaurants throughout the southeastern and Midwest sections of the United States.

Plus, Walk-On’s has racked up impressive accolades. In January this year, Entrepreneur magazine named the company the #1 Sports Bar Franchise for the third year in a row. In addition, Walk-On’s was ranked as a Top Franchise for 2023 by Franchise Business Review, a widely respected independent franchise market research firm leveraging franchisee satisfaction surveys to determine rankings.

To uphold Walk-On’s commitment to its unique culinary approach, hometown hospitality, captivating culture, and industry-leading operations, it provides franchisees with best-in-class support to run each restaurant efficiently. As Walk-On’s franchisees do not need to have restaurant experience, the brand’s comprehensive franchisee support covers every aspect of the business, including operations, training, marketing, technology and real estate.

Ideal franchise candidates interested in owning a Walk-On’s should have a passion for the brand, its distinctive southern hospitality and Louisiana-inspired cuisine, as well as the capacity to open one or more restaurants. Prospective owners should also have at least $500,000 in liquid capital per location and $1,500,000 in net worth. Franchise and restaurant industry owner/operators looking to learn more about franchise opportunities with Walk-On’s will have the chance to speak with team members at the Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (booths #2046 and #2048) in Las Vegas from April 25-28, 2023.

To learn more about the Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux franchise opportunity, visit www.walkonsfranchising.com.

About Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux was founded in 2003 by Brandon Landry, a former walk-on basketball player at LSU. With 75 restaurants open across 13 states and more in various stages of development, the Baton Rouge-based franchise is rapidly expanding across the United States. Its Louisiana-inspired menu features food and drinks made from scratch daily, and its warm and welcoming hospitality make it a dining destination that everyone can enjoy. Walk-On’s delivers a game-day experience in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere that ensures every guest is a winner.

For more information, visit walk-ons.com. To learn more about franchise opportunities, visit www.walkonsfranchising.com.

*Average unit volume based on 2022 FDD.

 

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