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title: "Slim Chickens Opens 50th Location in the UK"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/902deb13-14b6-45da-8118-0b3eb896eb9a
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20240130_slim_chickens_opens_50th_location_in_the_uk.html
category: "Chicken"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Chicken"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2024-01-30T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-11-01T22:32:43.391Z
image: https://imgs.franchising.com/brands/social/slimchickens.jpg
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# Slim Chickens Opens 50th Location in the UK

**TL;DR:** Slim Chickens has opened its 50th location in the UK, in Portsmouth, through a partnership with Boparan Restaurant Group. The new restaurant is located in the Gunwharf Quays Outlet Mall and offers Slim Chickens' signature high-quality food and Southern hospitality.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2024-01-30. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20240130_slim_chickens_opens_50th_location_in_the_uk.html).*

## Story

PORTSMOUTH, UK - Slim Chickens announced today its new restaurant opening in Portsmouth, United Kingdom located in the Gunwharf Quays Outlet Mall. Spearheaded by established multi-unit operator, Boparan Restaurant Group, this is the group’s 50th Slims opening.

“We are thrilled to announce our opening in Portsmouth, UK, and celebrate Boparan Restaurant Group’s 50th location in the UK,” said Jackie Lobdell, Vice President of Franchise Development at Slim Chickens. “We could not be more thankful for our partnership and their dedication to sharing more opportunities for the community to enjoy Southern Hospitality and cuisine.”

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.

“Our opening in Portsmouth, UK is a huge milestone for Slim Chickens and for operators like Boparan Restaurant Group who are devoted to growing their portfolio with hand-breaded buttermilk chicken tenders and introducing the dining ambiance of Southern Hospitality with the community, said Sam Rothschild, COO of Slim Chickens.

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)
- restaurant opening (topic)
- Slim Chickens (company)
- Jackie Lobdell (person)
- Sam Rothschild (person)
- Boparan Restaurant Group (company)
- uk market (topic)
- Portsmouth (location)
- Gunwharf Quays Outlet Mall (location)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20240130_slim_chickens_opens_50th_location_in_the_uk.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/902deb13-14b6-45da-8118-0b3eb896eb9a).