Roots Chicken Shak officially opens its first franchised location on Dec. 9 at 11 a.m. at 3748 Belt Line Road in Addison. The restaurant is owned and operated by franchise partners Corey and Marian Epperson through T2D Concepts, the purpose-driven hospitality group founded by chef Tiffany Derry and Tom Foley.
After a soft opening last week, the Addison location now launches full service, operating daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. To mark the occasion, the first 25 guests on opening day will receive a free Big Bird Sandwich, no purchase required.
Southern Flavor With A Twist
Roots Chicken Shak is best known for duck fat-fried chicken — a signature technique drawn from Derry’s Southern roots. The menu highlights locally sourced ingredients and proprietary spice blends, anchoring comfort food favorites with depth and richness.
Popular picks include wings, tenders and the Big Bird Sandwich, alongside the Mississippi catfish sandwich, fried catfish fillets, duck fat fries, collard greens, red beans and rice, mac and cheese, and banana pudding…