Sterling Restaurants

The Largest Franchisee of Moe’s Southwest Grill, proudly serving communities across 7 states along the East Coast – GA, FL, SC, NC, AL, NY, and NJ

Welcome to
moe's!

We are very happy that you have decided to join our team and help Sterling Restaurants achieve our VISION to be universally recognized as the premiere franchisee in the Moe’s system.

On July 14, 2009, we formed Sterling Restaurants, LLC and bought the very first Moe’s. We have been buying and building Moe’s Southwest Grill restaurants like crazy and plan to keep going! We operate 50 stores in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina. We also operate one Shane’s Rib Shack in Rome, Georgia.

By The Numbers

We believe in taking full ownership of our work and our results, treating every responsibility as if the business were our own.

We are committed to elevating others by investing in people, mentoring future leaders, and supporting growth at every level. Integrity guides every decision we make—doing the right thing even when no one is watching and holding ourselves to the highest ethical standards. Above all, we choose to live positive, bringing energy, optimism, and resilience into our workplaces and communities, creating an environment where people are proud to work and succeed together.

88 Locations

Moe's Southwest Grill

7 States Served

GA, FL, SC, NC, AL, NY, and NJ

Award-Winning

Franchisee of the Year

Founded in 2009

15+ Years in Business

Our Restaurants

At every Sterling Restaurants location, we are committed to delivering a consistently welcoming and high-quality guest experience.

We focus on fresh, thoughtfully sourced ingredients, genuine and attentive hospitality, and intentionally designed environments that make guests feel comfortable, valued, and at home. Every detail—from how food is prepared to how guests are greeted and how spaces are maintained—is designed to create memorable experiences that build trust, encourage return visits, and reflect the pride we take in every restaurant we operate.

Our Core Values

At Sterling Restaurants, our core values guide every decision we make. We believe in running it like you own it—taking personal responsibility, acting with accountability, and striving for excellence in everything we do.

We are committed to elevating others by investing in our people, developing leaders, and helping every team member reach their full potential. Integrity is non-negotiable; we always do the right thing, even when it is difficult or unseen. Above all, we choose to live positive, bringing energy, optimism, and passion into our work each day to create strong teams, great restaurants, and lasting impact.

Join the Sterling Family

Whether you’re looking for a career opportunity or want to share your experience with us, we’d love to hear from you.

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