What To Know
- Dubai’s ever-evolving dining scene is set to welcome another major international brand, as US fast-casual favourite Slim Chickens prepares to open its first Middle East restaurant in the city by the end of 2026.
- For residents and visitors alike, the arrival of Slim Chickens adds another highly anticipated option to Dubai’s fast-casual dining landscape, strengthening the city’s reputation as a hub for global food brands and crowd-favourite comfort cuisine.
- Known for its Southern-inspired menu, the brand has built a strong following across the United States and the United Kingdom, offering premium chicken tenders, cooked-to-order wings and an extensive range of freshly made sauces.
Dubai’s ever-evolving dining scene is set to welcome another major international brand, as US fast-casual favourite Slim Chickens prepares to open its first Middle East restaurant in the city by the end of 2026.
The launch marks Slim Chickens’ regional debut and further reinforces Dubai’s position as a key destination for global food brands. Known for its Southern-inspired menu, the brand has built a strong following across the United States and the United Kingdom, offering premium chicken tenders, cooked-to-order wings and an extensive range of freshly made sauces.
Founded in the US, Slim Chickens is recognised for combining fast-casual convenience with a lively dine-in experience. Its restaurants are designed to be social, welcoming spaces where guests can enjoy comfort food prepared to order, setting it apart from traditional quick-service concepts.
The Dubai opening will be led through a new partnership with Emirates Leisure Retail (ELR), part of the Emirates Group. The launch forms part of ELR’s wider growth plans for 2026, which include introducing new international dining concepts while continuing to expand its existing portfolio across key locations in the UAE and beyond.
While Dubai will host the brand’s first outlet in the region, further details regarding the exact location and opening date are yet to be announced. Additional Slim Chickens restaurants across the UAE and the wider Middle East are expected to follow in the months ahead.
For residents and visitors alike, the arrival of Slim Chickens adds another highly anticipated option to Dubai’s fast-casual dining landscape, strengthening the city’s reputation as a hub for global food brands and crowd-favourite comfort cuisine.
