Slim Chickens Now Open in Reno at Damonte Ranch Town Center Key Takeaways Slim Chickens officially opened its first Reno location on July 28, 2025, at Damonte Ranch Town Center. The fast‑casual restaurant brings Southern‑style chicken tenders, wings, sandwiches, and desserts to South Reno. Located at 1085 Steamboat Parkway, Slim Chickens adds a fresh dining option to an already thriving retail hub. This opening strengthens the appeal of Damonte Ranch Town Center as a go‑to destination for dining, shopping, and services in South Reno. Why Slim Chickens’ Arrival Matters First Reno Location Within City Limits This new Slim Chickens at Damonte Ranch Town Center is the brand’s first restaurant inside the city of Reno. It joins another Nevada location in Sparks, but this is the first to open within Reno city limits, a major milestone in the brand’s market expansion. What Slim Chickens Offers Slim Chickens is known for fresh, Southern‑inspired comfort food, including: Hand‑breaded chicken tenders Bone‑in and boneless wings Sandwiches, wraps, salads, and bowls Home‑made sides and signature dipping sauces Jar desserts like brownie pudding and cheesecake served in mason jars. The menu offers a wide variety of quality options ideal for families, students, and professionals alike. The Grand Opening on July 28, 2025 Slim Chickens opened its doors on Monday, July 28, 2025, at approximately 9:45 a.m., starting with a ribbon‑cutting ceremony and a donation to the Reno Police Department’s K‑9 Unit. Location and Hours 1085 Steamboat Parkway, Reno, NV 89521 Open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. with dine‑in, drive‑thru, and online ordering available. Order Online & View Menu Community Engagement and Staffing According to the Northern Nevada Business Weekly, the new restaurant expects to hire approximately 80–100 team members from the local South Reno area, emphasizing local employment. Franchise owner Roy Perez has also expressed plans to engage with schools and community organizations, supporting Slim Chickens’ long-term commitment to the region. Why This Benefits Damonte Ranch Town Center Enhancing the Dining Mix The addition of Slim Chickens enriches the dining offerings at Damonte Ranch Town Center, which already includes anchor tenants such as Home Depot, Safeway, and RC Willey. Visitors now enjoy another high‑quality meal option without leaving the center. Boosting Foot Traffic Situated between CVS Pharmacy and Steamboat Dental and near the center’s main entrance, the Slim Chickens location offers convenient drive‑thru access and helps draw more visitors to adjacent retailers, supporting the center’s overall foot traffic and appeal. About Slim Chickens as a Brand Founded in 2003 in Fayetteville, Arkansas, Slim Chickens has grown to over 210 locations across 35 states, with an international presence in the United Kingdom and beyond. As of mid‑June 2025, the brand exceeded that count, continuing its rapid national and global expansion.
