Pelicana Chicken

Franchise Overview

Pelicana Chicken is a Korean fried chicken franchise that originated as a single shop in South Korea and has grown into a globally recognized brand, operating thousands of fast-casual and quick-service restaurants worldwide built around proprietary sauces and fresh, high-quality ingredients.

Key Highlights

Proprietary sauce lineup and fresh ingredients set it apart from traditional American fried chicken
Decades of international brand equity cultivate a loyal and diverse customer base
Fast-casual and quick-service format appeals to both Korean food enthusiasts and mainstream diners
Aggressive U.S. and global expansion positions franchisees at the forefront of Korean food growth

With over 40 years of menu refinement and proven operational systems, Pelicana Chicken offers franchisees a battle-tested platform in one of the fastest-growing segments of the global restaurant industry.

Just the Facts

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In Business Since1982

Number of Units3,000

Total Investment$293K – $630K

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