LEE’S FAMOUS RECIPE CHICKEN OPENS NEW LOCATION IN FRANKLIN ON JUNE 1st

Story and photo courtesy of Lee's Famous Chicken

FRANKLIN, OH -- Lee’s Famous Recipe® Chicken, a name synonymous with delicious, homestyle fried chicken for 60 years, is excited to open the doors to a new restaurant on Sunday, May 24 at 400 Commerce Cetner Dr. The Grand Opening celebration is scheduled for Monday, June 1st, marking a meaningful step forward for Lee's presence in Franklin during its 60th anniversary year.

The new 2,309-square-foot restaurant replaces the smaller, longstanding location on Second Street. This larger, updated space is designed to better serve today’s on-the-go lifestyle while continuing to deliver the flavor Lee’s is known for. The space features state-of-the-art digital interior and exterior menu boards, all designed to create a more modern and inviting environment.

Owned and operated by Chuck Doran and Ken Riddle, the new Franklin restaurant reflects a continued investment in Franklin and the surrounding community, where Lee’s has been a familiar name for generations.

“We’ve been part of this community for a long time, and this new larger restaurant allows us to show up in a bigger way for our guests,” said Chuck Doran, Co-owner of the Franklin Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken. “The only thing that remains unchanged is our commitment to quality and flavor. Everything else is new, and we’re excited for our guests to experience it.”

To celebrate the grand opening on June 1st, the first 100 guests in line will receive a free 2-piece Breast Strip meal. Doors open at 10:30 a.m., and the restaurant will operate daily until 10:00 p.m.

Guests can expect Lee’s signature fresh, never-frozen chicken that has earned it recognition as a top 10 Fast Food Fried Chicken by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. 

Beyond its famous flavor, the local owners are deeply rooted in the community, supporting organizations including the University of Dayton, The Rose Music Center, and Flyght Academy, along with local high schools and veteran-focused initiatives.

For more information about the new Franklin location, follow @leesmiamivalley on Instagram and X, or visit www.leesfamousrecipe.com.

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