New cheeseburger chain in “Cans” heading to Abilene

SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — A new cheeseburger slider chain is making its way to four West Texas cities, including San Angelo and Abilene.

Smalls Sliders announced its expansion on Sept. 3. The restaurant is operated by Eli Cohen and Mark Crayne of C5 Restaurants LLC. Crayne is a West Texas native with over 50 years of experience in the restaurant industry.

“The simple menu and high-quality food of Smalls Sliders immediately caught my attention,” said Crayne. “After learning more about the brand and seeing the concept firsthand, I knew it was a perfect fit for West Texas. We have an incredible team in the region and are confident this concept will be a huge hit in our communities. This is the best choice for our new venture.”

The San Angelo location will be a part of a Texas-wide expansion that includes more than 30 Cans under development in Texas. The first West Texas Can is expected to be in Lubbock and open within the next year, followed by the additional locations. The official location and opening for the San Angelo restaurant have not been announced yet.

 “With decades of QSR experience and a strong community focus, this team is well-positioned to make Smalls Sliders a go-to destination across the region,” said Richard Leveille, VP of Franchising with Smalls Sliders. “Their leadership ensures that guests in West Texas will enjoy the same fresh, flavorful experience that has made Smalls a favorite nationwide.”

The company began in 2019 with the first restaurant, known as a “Can,” debuting in Baton Rouge, LA, backed by former NFL quarterback Drew Brees and 10 Point Capital as investors. Smalls Sliders currently has more than 375 locations open or under development across 30 states. 

For more information on Small Sliders, visit their website.