Korean premium chicken franchise Chimcking LA franchise is expanding its franchise business in the United States, bringing the popular South Korean ‘chi-maek’ (chicken and beer) culture to American consumers.
Chimcking will host a franchise business briefing on October 15 at 7 PM at Urban Real Estate in Los Angeles (2975 Wilshire Blvd. #300). The event is designed for prospective franchisees interested in starting an American restaurant business or operating a franchise, showcasing the brand’s competitive edge, current US business status, franchise procedures, and future plans.
Originating in Daegu, South Korea, Chimcking is a premium chicken brand centered around the pairing of crispy fried chicken and cold beer. In 2025, it proved its strong brand competitiveness by ranking first in average sales per store among South Korean chicken franchises.
The menu features signature chicken made with a thin batter and double-fried for maximum crispiness. Flavors include soy garlic, spicy, original fried, cream onion, and cheese seasoning, complemented by side dishes such as tteokbokki, pizza, and french fries. Combined with stylish interior design and a comfortable atmosphere, Chimcking establishes ‘chi-maek’ as its core brand identity.
Building on its success in South Korea and Asian markets, Chimcking accelerated its US expansion starting in 2026. The brand currently operates three franchise stores in Oregon and is actively pursuing multi-store contracts in California. It has also completed registration for its Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) in the United States.
To strengthen its leadership, Kim Hong-tae has joined as the new Head of the US Business Headquarters. He previously served in executive and managerial roles for major brands including Bonchon US, Nolboo Overseas Business, Genesis BBQ US, and Burger King Korea.
Chimcking is also ramping up brand promotion and franchisee recruitment in the US. The brand participated in franchise expos in New York and Dallas this year and is scheduled to attend the Phoenix Franchise Expo in November. Through joint and standalone business briefings, Chimcking aims to expand its footprint from Korean communities to broader Asian and mainstream American markets.
For inquiries regarding business briefing attendance, franchising, and investment, please contact via phone.
Inquiries: (714) 315-7259
