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Foodservice Solutions for Sports & Entertainment Venues

Sam Tell partners with stadiums, arenas and large-scale event venues to design, equip, and support foodservice operations built for high-volume service, fast-paced environments, and unforgettable fan experiences.

Foodservice in sports and entertainment venues demands speed, durability, and precision. Sam Tell delivers commercial kitchen equipment, concession and bar solutions, and design-build support for environments where peak volumes, tight service windows, and brand standards must operate seamlessly together.

From concession stands and premium clubs to destination bars and back-of-house production kitchens, we help venue operators create foodservice spaces that perform under pressure while enhancing the guest experience.

How Sam Tell Supports Sports & Entertainment Foodservice

Sports & entertainment venues often require multiple points of service and uninterrupted operations during live events. Our team understands the complexity and works closely with operators and ownership groups to deliver scalable, reliable solutions.

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Built for Fan Experience & Operational Performance

Our experience in sports and entertainment venues ensures foodservice operations support crowd flow, service speed, and consistent quality during peak attendance. We focus on layouts and equipment strategies that help teams perform efficiently during game days, concerts, and major events, without sacrificing reliability

Why Sam Tell?

From professional stadiums to major arenas, venue operators rely on Sam Tell for foodservice solutions that scale with attendance, align with brand expectations, and perform during the most demanding service periods. Our team brings deep industry experience, strong manufacturer partnerships, and a collaborative approach that supports both new builds and long-term operations.

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TESTIMONIALS

AT&T Center – San Antonio, TX

"Sam Tell met and exceeded all expectations for this project. They were able to meet all our requests including working extra hours and providing extra material and services within a short period of time."

– John W. Morgan, Project Director, Hunt Construction Group


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"Paramount Restaurant Supply, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sam Tell & Son, Inc. (Sam Tell), performed the Food Service Equipment Scope of Work for Hunt Construction Group, an AECOM Company on the AT&T Center Renovation and Addition project. This project went under a $80 Million dollar renovation on all levels of the building during the 2015 off season for the San Antonio Spurs, between June and October, which was approximately 4.5 months.

Sam Tell met and exceeded all expectations for this project. They were able to meet all our requests including working extra hours and providing extra material and services within a short period of time. Their experience and coordination during this project led to a successful job. Hunt Construction Group would gladly recommend Sam Tell to anyone needing Food Service Equipment and we are currently working with them on the Razorback Renovation and Addition project, which is a $132M project currently under construction in Fayetteville, Texas."

AT&T Center – San Antonio, TX

"Arthur Fisher was the first person I met from The Sam Tell Companies and after our initial meeting I knew we had selected the right vendor to complete the work. His organizational and leadership skills were showcased each day onsite."

– Michael W. Schwan, Senior Director, CAA ICON

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"It is my pleasure to produce this reference letter for Arthur Fisher and The Sam Tell Companies. My professional engagement with Arthur began in the first quarter of 2015. The Sam Tell Companies were awarded the foodservice replacement and renovation contract for the work performed at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, TX.

The project itself was challenging in that $80MM of renovation work was scheduled to be completed in approximately 130-days. A best value approach was taken for subcontractor selection and the bidding field was limited due to the high risk viewed in completing the work on time and on budget.

Arthur Fisher was the first person I met from The Sam Tell Companies and after our initial meeting I knew we had selected the right vendor to complete the work. His organizational and leadership skills were showcased each day onsite. When any issue arose, he would always produce solutions and provided me with the best options achievable in the timeframe available.

In conclusion, I would gladly invite Arthur Fisher and The Sam Tell Companies onto any project in which I was engaged because I am certain that their involvement would make my project successful."

The Alamodone – San Antonio, TX

"The Sam Tell Companies met the challenge of an escalated schedule and difficult working conditions. In total, we built (36) concession stands within the predetermined time frame and within the cost parameters provided."

– Nicholas A. Langella, CFE, General Manager, Alamodome & Illusions Theatre


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"The Alamodome is a domed, 64,000-seat, multi-purpose facility used as a football, basketball, soccer, baseball stadium and convention center. It is located on the southeastern fringe of Downtown San Antonio, Texas, United States.

We completed a $60 million renovation in 2017, which represented the most significant capital improvement project in the facility’s 24-year history in anticipation of hosting the 2018 NCAA Final Four Basketball Championship. The goal was to provide the facility with the amenities comparable and competitive with other sports venues and stadiums across the country.

As part of these improvements we upgraded the east and west concourses to give more circulation spaces and more attractive and inviting food and beverage options to our visitors.

Turner Construction was our manager and they selected The Sam Tell Companies to be the Foodservice Equipment contractor. The scope of work included a new beer distribution service, food preparation kitchens and 36 all new concession stands.

The Sam Tell Companies met the challenge of an escalated schedule and difficult working conditions. In total, we built (36) concession stands within the predetermined time frame and within the cost parameters provided.

To be clear, The Sam Tell Companies did an exemplary job and we cannot be more pleased with the final product."

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Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about stadium kitchens, arena concessions, or foodservice operations for live event venues? Below are answers to common questions from sport and entertainment operators.

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Our Portfolio

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