Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux Unveils Compact Prototype for 2027 Expansion

Developed by the Madrid-based firm Livit, the new design replaces rigid floor plans with a flexible "kit of parts." This approach allows operators to customize layouts based on specific market needs while retaining signature elements like the peninsula-style bar and large-scale TV walls. The transition follows successful tests in smaller, inline spaces like the company's location at The Battery in Atlanta, which proved that the brand’s full menu and hospitality experience could function effectively in a more compact environment.

The inaugural site for this next-generation model is set to open in early 2027 on Perkins Road in Baton Rouge. Spanning roughly 3,688 square feet with seating for 125 guests, the location will feature operational upgrades, including high-efficiency clamshell grills to streamline kitchen production and dedicated cubbies for third-party delivery services. CEO Brandon Landry emphasized that the design aims to preserve the company's community-focused identity through localized decor and integrated lounge spaces, ensuring that the smaller scale does not sacrifice the brand's established social appeal.