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KFC’s New Spin-Off “Saucy” Is Giving Everything

todayJanuary 1, 2025

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Gen Z foodies, buckle up—KFC just announced their new concept restaurant, Saucy, and it’s basically the main character in the fast-food world right now. This isn’t your grandma’s KFC. We’re talking live music, high-tech vibes, and an entirely new menu that’s dripping with innovation (and, well, sauce).

@tastychomps KFC is launching a new dining concept called “Saucy” on December 20, 2024, in Orlando, Florida, marking its first location nationwide. Situated in East Orlando off Alafaya Drive near Curry Ford, Saucy is described as a “flavor-forward dining destination” centered on chicken tenders and 11 unique sauces inspired by KFC’s Original Recipe. The sauce lineup includes bold flavors like Chimichurri Ranch, Peri Peri Ranch, Smokey Bacon Ranch, Sweet ‘N Saucy BBQ, Spicy Mango Chutney, and more. Christophe Poirier, KFC’s chief new concept officer, highlighted the growing “sauce obsession,” emphasizing that Saucy amplifies flavor experiences and reimagines the iconic “Finger Lickin’ Good” slogan with a modern twist. Catering to the rising popularity of chicken tenders, Saucy offers customizable meals with tenders cooked fresh in small batches. Customers can select sauces individually or in flights. Beyond tenders, the menu features items like the EZ Crispy Sandwich and Spicy Queso Crunch Sandwich, with combos starting at $7.99. The restaurant’s design departs from traditional KFC aesthetics, featuring a pink color scheme, digital ordering kiosks, and live entertainment, such as “Saucy Soirées” on Fridays. Positioned as both a dining and social hub, it addresses the post-pandemic trend of younger customers seeking multifunctional spaces. #notanad #nothosted #lol ♬ original sound - Follow Us @TastyChomps

The Menu: A Sauce Lover’s Dream

Let’s get straight to the point: Sauces are the blueprint here, with 11 brand-new options designed to cover every craving.

  • Ranch Royals, you’ve got:

    • Peri Peri
    • Smoky Bacon
    • Chimichurri
    • “Saucy” Ranch
    • And a surprise twist: Jalapeño Pesto.
  • For the spice chasers:

    • Thai Sweet & Spicy
    • Spicy Mango Chutney
  • If sweet’s your vibe:

    • Sweet & Saucy BBQ
    • Sweet Teriyaki
    • Creole Honey Mustard
  • House Special: Saucy’s Signature (a bougie ketchup-Mayo blend with Worcestershire sauce, dill pickle, and smoked paprika).

Chicken Glow-Up + Next-Level Sammies

Saucy isn’t just about the condiments; the food itself is next-level. Their new Original Recipe Tenders are here to slay, but the sandwiches are the real stars:

  • EZ Crispy: Served on King’s Hawaiian bread with Smoky Bacon Ranch.
  • Spicy Queso Crunch: Bold, fiery, and calling your name.

Sides & Desserts: Low-Key Obsessed

The sides? Lowkey giving Cane’s vibes, with toasted King’s Hawaiian rolls, crinkle-cut fries, and creamy coleslaw.
The desserts? Iconic. Choose between a Chocolate Mousse Cake or a Key Lime Cake for that final flex.

Drinks? Refreshers That Slap

Now, let’s talk beverages. Saucy’s lineup is bringing tropical energy with:

  • Passion Fruit Orange Guava and Hot Honey Watermelon refreshers.
  • A Peach Mango Lemonade, also available as a freeze.
  • The hyped Blue Raspberry Freeze.
  • Tropical Black Tea for the tea-sipping crowd.

What’s the Vibe?

Beyond the eats, Saucy is all about creating an experience. Think live music, cutting-edge tech, and good vibes all around. It’s giving Live Más Café energy, and we’re so here for it.

Where To Find It

The first location just opened in Orlando, Florida, but don’t worry—more locations are in the works. This is just the start for KFC’s wild new era.

So, are you ready to get Saucy? Keep your eyes peeled, because this might just change how we think about fast food forever.

Written by: MJ


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