---
title: "Slim Chickens Opens 2nd Restaurant in Lexington"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/742d98dc-8036-420c-a9ac-4df6dee2d694
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20240214_slim_chickens_opens_2nd_restaurant_in_lexington.html
category: "Chicken"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Chicken"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2024-02-14T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T17:32:48.332Z
image: https://imgs.franchising.com/brands/social/slimchickens.jpg
---

# Slim Chickens Opens 2nd Restaurant in Lexington

**TL;DR:** Slim Chickens has opened its second restaurant in Lexington, Kentucky, located at 2897 Richmond Rd, in partnership with Houchens Food Group. The brand offers high-quality food, including chicken tenders and 17 house-made dipping sauces, and is expanding its presence in the market.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2024-02-14. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20240214_slim_chickens_opens_2nd_restaurant_in_lexington.html).*

## Story

Slim Chickens announced today its new restaurant opening in Lexington, Kentucky located at 2897 Richmond Rd, 40509. Spearheaded by dedicated multi-unit operator, Houchens Food Group.

“Our second location in Lexington is an exciting testament to the community we are building in Kentucky and our strong partnership with Houchens Food Group, said Jackie Lobdell. “We are thrilled to offer more residents the opportunity to enjoy quality cooked-to-order chicken tenders and a welcoming environment that feels like home. We are thankful for established operators like Houchens and can’t wait to see how our following is further established here.”

Slim Chickens offers high-quality food and 17 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 thrilled to expand our southern atmosphere and cooked-to-order chicken tenders with a second location in Lexington. Each location we open signifies the success in the service and support systems we have created for Slim Chickens franchisees,” said Sam Rothschild, COO of Slim Chickens. “We are so thankful for operators like Houchens Food Group who are dedicated to growing our following with more members of the community.”

Slim Chickens is a fast-casual brand in the better-chicken segment, built to scale across markets with flexible formats. Its diverse menu, cooked-to-order quality, and Southern hospitality continue to drive strong growth.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- Restaurants (sector)
- unit expansion (topic)
- franchise growth (topic)
- restaurant opening (topic)
- fast casual (topic)
- Slim Chickens (company)
- Jackie Lobdell (person)
- Sam Rothschild (person)
- Lexington (location)

---
Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20240214_slim_chickens_opens_2nd_restaurant_in_lexington.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/742d98dc-8036-420c-a9ac-4df6dee2d694).