Sammy's Sliders is a fast-casual restaurant brand offering gourmet sliders, fries, and shakes, serving burger lovers seeking smaller portions and variety, and known for customizable mini-sandwich combinations, playful branding, and efficient service suited to urban and neighborhood locations.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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Franchise fee
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$40,000
Investment
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$328,000 - $713,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
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Sammy’s Sliders is a fast-casual restaurant franchise known for gourmet sliders, hand-spun shakes, and craveable sides. The brand was founded in 2023 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina by award-winning chef Sammy Gianopoulos and experienced restaurateur Sam G. Ballas.
The concept combines chef-driven menu innovation with a fun, retro-inspired dining experience built around premium, never-frozen ingredients.
The company is headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where it launched its first restaurant in 2023. After strong early performance, Sammy’s Sliders expanded to additional locations in North Carolina and officially began franchising in 2024.
Sammy’s Sliders sells gourmet beef and chicken sliders, hand-breaded tenders, loaded fries, fresh salads, and signature milkshakes. The menu focuses on bold flavors, simple execution, and broad consumer appeal, making it suitable for dine-in, takeout, and delivery. The brand targets customers seeking elevated comfort food in a fast-casual setting.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Sammy's Sliders franchise is
$328,000 - $713,000.
That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise.
These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$40,000
Inventory
$3,500 – $8,500
Pre-Opening Inventory Package
$800 – $1,200
Leasehold Improvements
$105,000 – $337,000
Lease-Related Payments (3 Months)
$16,000 – $18,000
Architecture / Project Management
$10,000 – $19,500
Professional Fees
$0 – $3,000
Signage
$10,000 – $14,000
Furniture and Fixtures
$14,000 – $18,000
Equipment and Smallwares
$80,000 – $142,000
Artwork and Décor
$8,000 – $12,000
POS Computer System, Software, and Telephone (3 Months)
$2,900 – $5,900
Tech Environment Survey and Installation Fee
$1,500 – $3,000
Video Surveillance, Audio-Visual, Music, and Entertainment Systems
$5,100 – $15,000
Utility Deposits
$500 – $2,500
Expenses Associated with Initial Training
$1,500 – $2,500
Initial Marketing Spend
$5,000 – $7,500
Permits and Licenses
$500 – $1,000
Additional Funds (3 Months)
$24,000 – $62,000
Total
$328,300 – $712,600
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$40,000
Inventory
$3,500 – $8,500
Pre-Opening Inventory Package
$800 – $1,200
Leasehold Improvements
$105,000 – $337,000
Lease-Related Payments (3 Months)
$16,000 – $18,000
Architecture / Project Management
$10,000 – $19,500
Professional Fees
$0 – $3,000
Signage
$10,000 – $14,000
Furniture and Fixtures
$14,000 – $18,000
Equipment and Smallwares
$80,000 – $142,000
Artwork and Décor
$8,000 – $12,000
POS Computer System, Software, and Telephone (3 Months)
$2,900 – $5,900
Tech Environment Survey and Installation Fee
$1,500 – $3,000
Video Surveillance, Audio-Visual, Music, and Entertainment Systems
$5,100 – $15,000
Utility Deposits
$500 – $2,500
Expenses Associated with Initial Training
$1,500 – $2,500
Initial Marketing Spend
$5,000 – $7,500
Permits and Licenses
$500 – $1,000
Additional Funds (3 Months)
$24,000 – $62,000
Total
$328,300 – $712,600
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Sammy's Sliders's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Sammy's Sliders had 2 total units in 2025, of which 0 were franchised-owned and 2 company-owned.
Sammy’s Sliders provides a structured training program to ensure franchisees are prepared to successfully operate their restaurant.
Initial Training Program The initial training includes instruction for the franchisee owner and/or the Operations Manager. The franchisor may charge fees for any retraining, remedial instruction, or training required to resolve compliance issues. This program ensures that key personnel are fully versed in the restaurant's systems and operational standards.
On-Site and Additional Training Sammy’s Sliders may provide additional on-site training, either at the franchise location or another designated site. This can include support during the restaurant’s opening or as requested by the franchisee. Fees apply for each trainer per day, plus any overtime or related travel expenses.
Remedial and Replacement Training If the franchisor determines that a franchisee is in default of the franchise agreement, remedial training may be required. Similarly, if key staff are replaced, the franchisor may mandate that new personnel undergo the applicable training. All such training ensures consistent brand representation and adherence to operational standards.
Territory Protection
Sammy’s Sliders grants franchisees a territory, but it is not exclusive. The franchisor retains the right to operate or license others to operate businesses under different names or systems near a franchisee’s location.
There is no guarantee that another Sammy’s Sliders restaurant won’t be opened in proximity, nor is there protection from other competing franchise brands owned by the same parent company.
While the franchisor provides support and tools for local market development, this does not equate to formal territorial protection. Franchisees may find themselves competing with other locations if market demand justifies expansion.
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