Smitty's


Smitty's is a Canadian-based casual dining restaurant that has 85 locations throughout Canada. The franchise also calls itself Smitty's Canada Inc and uses the slogan All Your Favourites All Day Long and Canada's Family Restaurant. The "Smitty's" name originated in Seattle, Washington with a restaurant on 125th and Aurora Avenue founded by John William "Smitty" Smith.

History

It was founded in 1960 in Calgary, Alberta where it is still based.
Smitty's was acquired on April 9, 2018 by Equicapita Income Trust and Equicapita Investment Corp. Founded in 2013, Equicapita is a private company buyout fund based in Calgary.

Menu

Smitty's is best known for its buttermilk pancakes, waffles, omelettes, skillets, burgers, salads, sandwiches, steaks, pastas. and all day breakfast and lunch menus.

History

Smitty's first location was founded in 1960 in Calgary, Alberta. The Head Office is still located in Calgary.
In April 2018 Equicapita Investment Corp acquired Smitty's Canada because it was an “opportunity to acquire a well-known Canadian brand with resilient royalty income from the extensive franchisee network is transformational to the size and scope of Equicapita’s investment portfolio."

Products

Smitty's makes its own pancake mix, waffle mix, pancake syrup and special blend of ground coffee that can be purchased at their locations.

Promotions

−