HAMMOND — A new Smalls Sliders location in Hammond is set to officially open Tuesday at 10 a.m. 

The restaurant is located at 1743 SW Railroad Ave., off E. Minnesota Park Road. 

As part of the grand opening ceremony, the Food Pantry at Southeastern Louisiana University will be recognized as the Smalls Town Hero. The organization provides perishable and non-perishable items to any active Southeastern student in need, helping address food insecurity on college campuses.

Local operator Jason Barre will lead the operation for the Hammond location, marking the fifth location for the local franchise group, MOS Eats.

“We’re thrilled to open our fifth Smalls Sliders and welcome the Hammond community to our latest Can with our fresh, cooked-to-order sliders,” Barre said. “Honoring the Food Pantry at Southeastern Louisiana University is the perfect way to celebrate this milestone, as the organization truly embodies the spirit of Hammond and the kind of local impact we want to recognize.” 

Since initially launching the concept in Baton Rouge, Smalls Sliders has grown to have locations in 14 states. There are currently 115 restaurants open, according to the restaurant's website, with an additional 290 locations under development.