Wan Kim, CEO of Smoothie King, plans to expand his restaurant portfolio this winter with the fast-casual Flock & Fresh, which will be added alongside the high-end Nuri Steakhouse and casual-dining JOA Grill.
Flock & Fresh will focus on wellness dining, a spokesperson said. It is set to open in winter 2025 or early 2026 in the Old Town Shopping Center of Dallas.
Kim opened the $20 million Nuri Steakhouse in August 2024 and JOA Grill in 2023.
The Flock & Fresh menu will feature grilled or fried chicken that is cage- and hormone-free. It will be available in tenders, sandwiches, and on salads.
“Additionally, a wide variety of house-made sauces are offered like curry ranch, ‘Flock Sauce,’ Cajun sauce, and K-sauce, as well as salad dressings such as yuzu citrus and avocado ranch,” a spokesperson noted.
The restaurant is being designed by Plan B Group (partners Royce Ring and Tom Weber) with “a modern aesthetic,” the initial press release said.
The building’s facade has been recessed to strengthen the connection to the open-air patio that seats 42, surrounded by greenery and accented with murals. Inside, warm tones and curved walls create an inviting atmosphere with seating for 42 in the 2,600 square-foot space.
“I wanted to create something that reflects how people really live and eat today, something quick but thoughtful, light but still full of flavor,” Kim said in a statement. “It’s simple, honest food made to meet you where you are, for the days you want to indulge, and the days you’re leaning into something lighter, all while using high-quality ingredients that cater to a variety of tastes.”
A feature of the restaurant’s design will be a banquette canopy inspired by a modern chicken coop.
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