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title: "Slim Chickens Opening in Tamworth"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/bc8ee9ea-90b4-43c4-8081-6ef3811a43de
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20230418_slim_chickens_opening_in_tamworth.html
category: "Chicken"
industry: "Restaurants"
segment: "Chicken"
topics: ["Development & multi-unit"]
published: 2023-04-18T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T20:34:52.513Z
image: https://imgs.franchising.com/brands/social/slimchickens.jpg
---

# Slim Chickens Opening in Tamworth

**TL;DR:** Slim Chickens is opening a new restaurant in Tamworth, UK, marking its expansion into the UK market. The brand is partnering with Boparan Restaurant Group and Sainsbury for the opening.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2023-04-18. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20230418_slim_chickens_opening_in_tamworth.html).*

## Story

Slim Chickens announced today its new restaurant opening in Tamworth, UK. Reputable multi-unit operator, Boparan Restaurant Group and Sainsbury, are at the forefront of the opening.

“We are more than excited to share our southern hospitality and bring even more opportunities to the Tamworth community to indulge in our creative flavors and sauces,” Jackie Lobdell, vice president of franchise development at Slim Chickens. “Experienced operating groups like Boparan Restaurant Group and Sainsbury are prime examples of partners we continue to look for to extend our name and we are thankful for the groups' dedication to the brand.”

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 “better-chicken” segment by offering 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.

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)
- restaurant opening (topic)
- fast casual (topic)
- Slim Chickens (company)
- Jackie Lobdell (person)
- multi-unit operator (topic)
- Boparan Restaurant Group (company)
- uk expansion (topic)
- Tamworth (location)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20230418_slim_chickens_opening_in_tamworth.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/bc8ee9ea-90b4-43c4-8081-6ef3811a43de).