Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken is a Restaurant - Casual concept with 127 stores in 127 shopping centers across 13 states. As of October 11, 2026 they opened 1 and closed 0 locations in the last 12 months, a net change of +1. Typical site: 1,600–2,800 SF. Across their fleet, locations have a median 10-minute drive-time population of 34,334 with a median household income of $58,259 and a median age of 37, according to Brandmarch. Similar brands: Pancake House, Soulaki Authentique, and Eggs Up Grill.
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In 127 properties
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Salyersville, KY · Opened Q4 2025 · Detected Dec 4, 2025
About Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken
Famous for Chicken, Primed for National Expansion Lee’s Famous Recipe® Chicken is a heritage quick-service brand that has been serving fresh, never frozen, hand-breaded chicken since 1966. With over 130 locations across 12 states, Lee's is aggressively pursuing National Expansion with a revitalized 2,400-square-foot prototype designed for modern consumer needs, featuring dual drive-thrus and dedicated mobile pickup zones. The brand is actively seeking Anchor Tenant positions in high-visibility corridors and is partnering with experienced multi-unit developers to scale its footprint. Offering flexible site requirements and a proven operating model, Lee's presents a compelling opportunity for landlords and Tenant Representation brokers looking to fill free-standing and end-cap opportunities with a stable, high-volume operator.
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