Pattersons Famous Fried Chicken opening in Blackpool's Abingdon Street Market, creating new jobs
‘Blackpool is one of the most exciting food destinations in the North West.’
Pattersons Famous Fried Chicken has chosen Blackpool's Abingdon Street Market as the home of its latest expansion, with a new venue set to open on Monday 6 July 2026.
The launch marks the company's seventh location and represents a significant investment in Blackpool's growing food and leisure sector.
Founded by entrepreneur Darren James, Pattersons has expanded from a single Liverpool operation into one of the North West's best-known independent food brands, with established sites in Liverpool, Manchester, Warrington, Newcastle, Glossop, and Bebington.
The new Abingdon Street Market venue will bring Pattersons' full menu to Blackpool customers, including its Famous Fried Chicken, signature chicken burgers, loaded fries and sharing platters.
Pattersons has built a loyal following across the region, serving thousands of customers every month through its portfolio of locations. The Blackpool opening is the latest step in the brand's continued growth across the North West.
‘We admire Blackpool’
Founder Darren James said: "Blackpool has always been a town we've admired. The investment that has gone into Abingdon Street Market has created one of the most exciting food destinations in the North West and we're delighted to be joining it.
“The hospitality industry continues to face significant challenges, which makes it even more important to back locations and communities that are investing in their future. We believe Blackpool is doing exactly that.
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“We've built Pattersons across Liverpool, Manchester, Warrington, Newcastle, Glossop and Bebington, and Blackpool felt like the natural next step in our journey. We're looking forward to becoming part of the local community, creating jobs and serving both residents and visitors from across the UK."
To mark the launch, the company will run a series of opening promotions and giveaways, with details set to be announced through its social media channels in the lead-up to opening day.
The arrival of Pattersons at Abingdon Street Market adds another recognised regional food brand to the popular destination as it continues to strengthen its food offering in the heart of Blackpool.