Roots Chicken Shak

Franchise Overview

Roots Chicken Shak is a fast-casual franchise specializing in duck-fat fried chicken rooted in Southern culinary tradition, using locally sourced fresh ingredients and proprietary spices — with even the french fries cooked in duck fat for a distinctive, differentiated flavor profile.

Key Highlights

Duck-fat frying technique delivers a uniquely rich, differentiated flavor across the menu
Celebrity chef-founded brand built on a mission of social justice and community impact
Streamlined, waste-minimizing menu supports efficient and scalable restaurant operations
Franchise model actively recruits minority owners, expanding economic opportunity in communities

Roots Chicken Shak offers operators a compelling combination of culinary credibility, a purpose-driven brand story, and an operationally efficient model built for sustainable growth in the South and Southeast.

Just the Facts

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In Business Since2017

Total Investment$400K – $750K

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