Established
2003
Franchise Units
75
Minimum Investment
$500,000
Franchise Fee
$50,000
Total Investment Range
$3,765,000
Home Based
No
Description
Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux is a full-service family sports restaurant with a game-day atmosphere and Louisiana-inspired menu. Known for blending the excitement of a sports bar with the quality of upscale casual dining, Walk-On’s delivers a unique and consistent customer experience. It’s an award-winning concept backed by NFL superstar Drew Brees and has become a rapidly growing national brand with a proven franchising model.
Background
Founded in 2003 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux was created by Brandon Landry and Jack Warner, two former LSU walk-on basketball players. What started as a local sports bar quickly evolved into a premier sports dining destination. Since partnering with Drew Brees in 2015, the brand has gained significant national recognition and continues to expand through strategic franchising across the U.S.
Support Training
Walk-On’s provides franchisees with comprehensive support to ensure success:
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Initial Training: 6-8 weeks of hands-on operational and management training
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Pre-Opening Support: Site selection assistance, restaurant design, and grand opening marketing
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Ongoing Support: Field support, franchise business consultants, operational tools, and marketing resources
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Marketing: National and regional advertising strategies, social media campaigns, and promotional tools
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Technology: Access to proprietary systems, inventory tracking, and performance analytics
Ideal Candidate
The ideal Walk-On’s franchisee is:
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Passionate about hospitality, community involvement, and sports culture
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Possesses restaurant management or business ownership experience
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Strong leadership and team-building abilities
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Has financial capacity to open and operate a full-service restaurant
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Committed to maintaining brand standards and delivering excellence
Financial Detail
Total Investment Range: $1,214,000 – $3,765,000
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Franchise Fee: $50,000
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Minimum Net Worth Required: $1,500,000
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Minimum Liquid Capital Required: $500,000
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Royalty Fee: 5% of gross sales
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Marketing Fee: 1.5% of gross sales