COLUMBUS, Ohio ( WCMH ) — A Southern fried chicken chain has announced plans to open more than two dozen locations in Ohio.
Slim Chickens is opening as many as 25 restaurants in Columbus, Cincinnati and Dayton within the next five to 10 years. The new Ohio locations are part of a deal with restaurant operator Big Star Chicken, which is also developing Slim Chickens eateries in Texas.
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“After researching Ohio markets for several years, we believe Slim Chickens will be a great fit,” said Dan McGrath, Big Star Chicken president. “The brand has been a home run for us with its superior product quality, southern hospitality, facilities and menu offerings.”
Based in Arkansas, Slim Chickens is known for its hand-breaded chicken tenders, wings, chicken sandwiches and more. The brand is home to more than 250 restaurants across the nation and in the United Kingdom, with more than 1,200 locations in development.