Smalls Sliders plans to reopen its Marrero location on Nov. 20, bringing the fast-growing cheeseburger slider chain again to New Orleans’ West Financial institution after a six-month shutdown brought on by a fireplace.

The restaurant, situated at 1635 Barataria Blvd., will reopen at 10 a.m., the corporate stated. It’s the solely Smalls Sliders web site on the West Financial institution.

To mark the reopening, the primary 100 prospects will obtain a pair of the model’s signature Smorange slides. The celebration may even embrace a ribbon slicing and a test presentation recognizing Café Hope, a neighborhood nonprofit that gives vocational coaching and youth providers. Representatives Luis and Likelihood have been named the restaurant’s “Smalls City Heroes” for his or her work supporting younger adults throughout the West Financial institution.

The Marrero location first opened in Could 2023 however has been closed for repairs because the hearth. Native proprietor Rick Robards stated rebuilding gave the crew an opportunity to resume its dedication to the neighborhood.

“This Can has all the time been about extra than simply nice meals. It’s about constructing one thing that’s a part of the area people,” Robards stated in a information launch. He added that neighborhood help in the course of the closure has been “unimaginable.”

Primarily based in Louisiana, Smalls Sliders has expanded quickly in recent times with an idea centered on cooked-to-order cheeseburger sliders, fries, shakes and its proprietary Smauce. Its shiny orange “Can” areas—constructed from repurposed transport containers—provide walk-up ordering and drive-thru service.

The model was based by restaurateur Brandon Landry and is led by CEO Charles Watson. Buyers embrace 10 Level Capital and former New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees.