Chicko Chicken, a quick-service franchise specializing in authentic Korean-style fried chicken, has leased 1,659 square feet at Terrace Village Shopping Center, located at 22003 64th Ave W, Suite D2, in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. Set to open in May, the new location marks the brand’s latest expansion in the Puget Sound region. Kidder Mathews Senior Vice President Kelly Gaddis and Senior Associate Mia Ponce represented the Chicko in the lease.
The space—formerly occupied by Hadiani African Restaurant—offered several features that aligned with the tenant’s requirements, including strong traffic counts, ample parking, and a dense surrounding residential base. The second-generation restaurant space also includes existing infrastructure such as a Type 1 hood and grease interceptor, allowing for a more efficient buildout.
The Mountlake Terrace location fills a gap in the local dining landscape, bringing Korean-style fried chicken to a market with limited comparable offerings and convenient access to Interstate 5. Its placement within a neighborhood shopping center alongside established, long-term retail and restaurant tenants further supported the site selection.
“Second-generation restaurant spaces with solid fundamentals continue to attract demand, even as the broader retail market slows,” said Gaddis. “Chicko Chicken is growing thoughtfully, and this location checked all the boxes—from visibility and access to infrastructure and surrounding demographics.”
“There is noticeable momentum and energy in this area as the neighborhood continues to evolve,” said Ponce. “Chicko Chicken is joining an increasingly dynamic mix of restaurants that are helping shape the local experience.”
Chicko’s continued expansion reflects sustained interest in Korean cuisine and fast-casual dining concepts with strong brand identity and operational efficiency. The group is already working with Gaddis and Ponce to evaluate opportunities for a sixth Puget Sound location.
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