Franchising

Smalls Sliders inks another deal for Kentucky, Tennessee

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September 12, 2025

Smalls Sliders has inked its latest deal for Kentucky and Tennessee with entrepreneur Matthew Robinson, according to a press release.

Four new units, dubbed "Cans" by the brand, are set to open across Bowling Green, Kentucky as well as Clarksville and Henderson, Tennessee. This latest agreement marks the brand's second entrance into both Kentucky and Tennessee, following recent multi-unit deals in Lexington, Kentucky, and Knoxville, Tennessee.

"I was immediately drawn to the simplicity of the Smalls Sliders concept — craveable cheeseburger sliders and the brand's eye-catching Cans — both offering a truly innovative approach to growth," Robinson said in the press release. "The opportunity to get in early with a high-potential QSR brand really stood out to me, and I'm excited to help introduce Smalls to communities across both Kentucky and Tennessee once we open our first Can."

Robinson is actively eyeing real estate for his Cans.

"Tennessee and Kentucky represent tremendous whitespace for Smalls, and we're just getting started," Richard Leveille, VP of franchising at Smalls Sliders, said in the press release. "Matt's commitment to bringing something fresh to his community makes him a great fit for our growing concept, especially as we continue developing across the Midwest. With his leadership, we're confident that Bowling Green, Clarksville, and Henderson will be strong footholds as we continue to scale across the region."

Smalls Sliders is the brainchild of restaurateur visionary Brandon Landry, led by CEO Charles Watson, and is backed by 10 Point Capital and former NFL star Drew Brees, as investors.