136. Slim Chickens

Sep 28, 2025
Sep 28, 2025 Updated Jan 16, 2026

Last Year Rank: 168
Investment Range: $1,228,900 - $4,466,000
Initial Investment: $30,000
Category: Restaurant

Company Description

Slim Chickens is a fast-casual restaurant franchise serving chicken wings and tenders, chicken and waffles, chicken sandwiches, salads and fries.

The first Slim Chickens restaurant opened in Fayetteville, Arkansas, in 2003. The brand’s locations are clustered in the Southern and Midwestern United States and has grown to more than 30 states.

Company Statistics

Global Sales: $569,804,623
US Units: 207
International Units: 63
Total Units: 270
Percent Franchised: 96%
% International Units: 23%
US Franchised Units: 197
International Franchised Units: 63
Sales Growth %: 23.4%
Unit Growth %: 15.9%

Sponsored information provided by the franchisor

Slim Chickens, a leading fast casual franchise that features dine-in and drive-through in the better-chicken segment, opened in 2003 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Offering high-quality food with a focus on fresh, delicious ingredients, the brand prides itself on its Southern flair and commitment to hospitality, all in a fast-casual setting. Food is cooked to order, and the differentiated menu features chicken tenders, fresh salads, sandwiches, chicken and waffles, chicken wings, and unique side items, alongside 14 house-made dipping sauces.

The company is rapidly expanding through franchising, with multi-unit opportunities available both domestically and internationally. With a strong track record of success and a dedicated executive team, Slim Chickens continues to create life-changing franchise opportunities while bringing its Southern-inspired cuisine to new markets across the globe.