Shaquille O'Neal's Big Chicken coming to Rosemont, as Midwest's first location

Shaquille O’Neal’s fast casual chicken restaurant, Big Chicken, is coming to Rosemont this fall, marking Big Chicken’s first Midwest location.
Shaquille O’Neal’s fast casual chicken restaurant, Big Chicken, is coming to Rosemont this fall, marking Big Chicken’s first Midwest location. Photo credit Aria Group Architects

ROSEMONT, Ill. (WBBM NEWSRADIO) –  Shaquille O’Neal’s fast casual chicken restaurant, Big Chicken, is coming to Rosemont this fall, marking Big Chicken’s first Midwest location.

The first Big Chicken in the Midwest will be located at 9421 West Higgins Road in Rosemont, joining other fast casual restaurants coming to the area, including Stan’s Donuts and Small Cheval.

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“We are so excited to welcome Big Chicken’s first Midwest location this fall and introduce its delicious chicken sandwiches to Rosemont’s residents and visitors alike,” said Rosemont Mayor Brad Stephens, in a statement. “The 2,610-square-foot venue will join Stan’s Donuts and Small Cheval as we welcome the next generation of quick casual restaurants to Rosemont this fall.”

The first Big Chicken in the Midwest will be located at 9421 West Higgins Road in Rosemont, joining other fast casual restaurants coming to the area, including Stan’s Donuts and Small Cheval.
The first Big Chicken in the Midwest will be located at 9421 West Higgins Road in Rosemont, joining other fast casual restaurants coming to the area, including Stan’s Donuts and Small Cheval. Photo credit Aria Group Architects

With taste at the forefront, Big Chicken is said to deliver a menu that fuses home-cooked childhood favorites with bold new flavors. With existing locations in Glendale, CA and Las Vegas, the restaurant aims to create a fun family haven that both comforts and delights.

According to village officials, the new 2,610-square-foot eatery will be open for dine-in, patio service, and carryout, serving crispy chicken sandwiches like the "Shaq Attack," topped with pepper jack cheese, jalapeño slaw, and spicy chipotle barbecue sauce; and the "Chicago," featuring buffalo hot sauce, blue cheese, mayo, and slaw.

The menu also features items like sliders, tenders, salads and milkshakes.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Aria Group Architects