Meet the Franchise

Meet The Franchise | Suzie Tsai | Bonchon Korean Fried Chicken

May 7, 2026·34 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Meet Suzie Tsai / suzietsai , CEO of Bonchon Korean Fried Chicken. What is Bonchon? "Bonchon is a global phenomenon two decades in the making." FSR Magazine. Bonchon is a fast-casual restaurant franchise that specializes in Korean-style fried chicken and a variety of savory Asian fusion dishes. With more than 500 locations worldwide, Bonchon presents a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs and Multi-Unit operators who have experience in fast-casual restaurants and share the brand's vision to promote Korean hometown flavors to a global audience. Bonchon is consistently recognized as a leader in the franchise space. They are ranked on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500, have been recognized as the “gold standard” for fried chicken by Business Insider, and have been spotlighted in FSR for their leadership in the larger conversations in today's booming market interest in Korean food and culture. The double-fried crunch and proprietary, founder-formulated hand-brushed sauces are the franchise's biggest differentiator, providing a premium dining experience that guests are willing to pay more for, as evidenced by an average ticket size of over $35. In 2025, 26 Bonchon locations reported an average unit volume of over $1 million. Suzie Tsai is one of Fast Casual's 2025 Top 25 Movers & Shakers and Lunchbox's 2025 Top 30 Women in Food. Under her leadership, Bonchon has redefined its menu with bold innovations, introduced new technology platforms, and broken franchise development records through unprecedented deal signings and new store openings. Deep dive into Bonchon's FDD here: https://franchising.bonchon.com/ Need help finding a franchise to own? Join the Growth Club now!

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