Slim Chickens Opens in Okeechobee, Florida

July 25, 2024, OKEECHOBEE, Fla. — Slim Chickens announced today its new restaurant opening in Okeechobee, Florida at 3238 HWY 441, 34974. Spearheaded by the established multi-unit operator Florida’s Best Chicken, this is the brand’s 14th store in the state.

Slim Chickens is known and loved for its hand-breaded, cooked-to-order tenders and passionate followers within its markets.

“We are thrilled to bring our Southern hospitality and quality cooked-to-order chicken tenders to the Okeechobee community,” said Jackie Lobdell, Vice President of Franchise Development at Slim Chickens. “Congratulations to our passionate and dedicated multi-unit operator, Florida’s Best Chicken, on opening their seventh store. “We continue to seek multi-unit operators like Florida’s Best Chicken, who are dedicated to sharing our name and quality food with more members of the community as we grow our following in the U.S. and overseas.”

The brand prides itself on its cooked-to-order fresh food and strong devoted fanbase, also known as “Slimthusiasts.” Slim Chickens has distinguished itself in the segment by offering high-quality food and 14 house-made dipping sauces, allowing customers to enjoy a different flavor profile with each visit. Its menu is broader than many in the segment, offering chicken tenders, fresh salads, sandwiches, chicken and waffles, chicken wings, and unique side items. Fans also resonate with the Southern contemporary look and feel, as well as the open and inviting layout of Slim Chickens restaurants, which speak to the hospitality mindset that anchors the brand.

“We are honored on behalf of the people who have enabled us to be the brand we are today and who continue to share Southern hospitality and fresh, delicious chicken to new communities across the globe. There are still a lot of opportunities domestically and internationally, and we are eager to bring on and support multi-unit restaurants like Florida’s Best Chicken and celebrate their continued success.” said Sam Rothschild, COO of Slim Chickens.

SOURCE Slim Chickens