Walk-On’s Celebrates Grand Opening of First Wilmington Restaurant

Walk-On's Celebrates Grand Opening of First Wilmington Restaurant

Award-winning restaurant to host official ribbon-cutting ceremony and give away free Walk-On’s for a year on July 5

Walk-On's Celebrates Grand Opening of First Wilmington RestaurantNorth Carolinians are about to have a new go-to destination to cheer on the Panthers, Hurricanes and Hornets when Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux makes its Wilmington debut on Monday, July 5.

Located at 3710 Oleander Drive, the new Walk-On’s restaurant will kick off its grand opening celebration with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce at 10 a.m. To add to the excitement, guests can enter a drawing for the chance to win free Walk-On’s for a year! Walk-On’s Wilmington will accept entries through its Facebook page and in the restaurant during its first full month of business and will announce the winner the week of Aug. 2.

“We’re thrilled to bring Walk-On’s to Wilmington,” said Franchisee Jason Sadowski. “There’s nothing like our authentic Cajun cuisine in the area, so I’m confident that Walk-On’s will be a hit. Plus, our game-day atmosphere is perfect for cheering on your favorite sports teams. We’ve hired 200 winning All-American Team Members and we can’t wait to celebrate our grand opening with everyone next week.”

When Wilmington’s first Walk-On’s opens, it will mark the second in North Carolina and 53rd systemwide.

Walk-On’s Wilmington will be open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight. For more information about the new restaurant, visit facebook.com/WalkOnsWilmington.

At Walk-On’s, each dish is made from scratch, using fresh ingredients to bring its mouthwatering, Cajun cuisine to life. The diverse menu features unique twists on game-day staples and upscale takes on Louisiana mainstays, such as Crawfish Etouffee, Duck & Andouille Gumbo and Krispy Kreme Donut Bread Pudding. For a complete menu, locations and more information, visit walk-ons.com.

Walk-On’s: Game Day With A Taste Of Louisiana.

Based in Baton Rouge, Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux was founded in 2003 by Brandon Landry, a former walk-on basketball player at LSU. Leaning on the true spirit of a walk-on and building a winning culture, the brand is rapidly expanding across the United States. Its Louisiana-inspired menu features food and drinks made from scratch daily. Walk-On’s All-American Team serves up a game-day experience in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere that ensures every guest is a winner. For more information, visit walk-ons.com. To inquire about franchise opportunities, please visit walkons.com/franchising or contact Kelly Parker, director of franchise sales & real estate, at 225.330.4533.