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<\/a><\/a>\nLongtime business transformation visionary and U.S. Army veteran Michael Cheong-Leen is the new Franchisee of the Tacoma Dickey\u2019s Barbecue Pit and since taking over ownership in March, he\u2019s already making notable changes to the beloved barbecue joint.<\/p>
\nRecognizing that great barbecue deserves an equally great beverage, Cheong-Leen recently expanded the restaurant\u2019s drink selection with several new draft offerings. Guests can now pair their favorite slow-smoked barbecue with Narrows Brewing Mexican Lager, 7 Seas Rude Parrot IPA or Portland Cider Company Huckleberry Lemonade Cider, all now available on tap at Dickey\u2019s in Tacoma and perfectly suited to complement any Legit. Texas. Barbecue. \u2122 meal.<\/p>
\nAdditionally, community members will find enhanced furniture and fixtures in the restrooms and behind the scenes, Cheong-Leen made several extensive kitchen upgrades to provide faster speed of service and improve overall operational performance.<\/p>
\nGuests looking for a late-night barbecue fix can take advantage of the restaurant\u2019s newly extended weekend hours, with Dickey\u2019s now serving its full lineup of fan-favorite menu items until midnight.<\/p>
\n\"When the opportunity came to take over this Dickey's location, I saw it as a chance to build something special for the Tacoma community,\" said Cheong-Leen. \"Dickey's has always been known for upholding Southern barbecue traditions and serving quality, slow-smoked proteins, and my goal is to pair that with a welcoming, modern and comfortable space where people can gather, connect and enjoy a great meal. Whether you're a longtime fan or haven't visited Dickey's in a while, I'd love for you to stop by, meet our team, get to know me and experience everything we're doing to make this restaurant a place our community can be proud of.\"<\/p>
\nDickey\u2019s first landed onto Tacoma\u2019s dining scene in 2013, and since then has been introducing the \u201cCity of Destiny\u201d to the deliciousness of authentic, slow-smoked Texas-style barbecue. It didn\u2019t take long for fans across the area to discover the delicious difference in Dickey\u2019s craveable \u2018cue.<\/p>
\nThe Dickey\u2019s difference starts with its approach to smoking premium cuts of brisket, pork, chicken and kielbasa sausage low and slow for hours over hickory wood. The barbecue brand, which has been serving smoked favorites since opening its first location in Texas in 1941, features classic American barbecue staples such as pulled pork, brisket, coleslaw, barbecue beans, and potato salad. In addition, longtime barbecue fans and newcomers alike can indulge their taste buds at the Tacoma location, which also serves chicken wings, fall-off-the-bone ribs, giant loaded baked potatoes, smoked ham & cheddar sandwiches, and other rotating menu items.<\/p>
\nAs part of Dickey\u2019s commitment to the communities it serves, the restaurant will engage with local schools, sports teams and nonprofit organizations through fundraising opportunities and sponsorships. The Tacoma location is already actively supporting the community through partnerships with the Steilacoom Annual Salmon Bake, which benefits the Steilacoom Historical Museum Association, collaborations with the Pierce County Veterans Advisory Board to promote veteran employment and business ownership, and initiatives that support nonprofits serving unhoused individuals throughout Pierce County.<\/p>
\nBeginning on June 19, Dickey\u2019s in Tacoma will be open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with extended Friday and Saturday hours from 11 a.m. to midnight.<\/p>
\nLearn more about Cheon-Leen\u2019s journey to becoming a Dickey\u2019s Pit Master in his franchise feature<\/a>. Stay up to date with Dickey\u2019s by following their dedicated Facebook<\/a>, Instagram<\/a> and Tik Tok<\/a>. Download the Dickey\u2019s Barbecue Pit app<\/a> from the Apple App Store or Google Play.<\/p> \nAbout Dickey\u2019s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc.<\/b><\/p> \nDickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the world\u2019s largest barbecue restaurant brand, was founded in 1941 by World War I Veteran, Mr. Travis Dickey. For the past 85 years, Dickey\u2019s Barbecue Pit has served millions of guests Legit. Texas. Barbecue.\u2122 alongside their iconic Big Yellow Cup. The Dallas-based barbecue franchise lead by the third generation serves slow-smoked meats and home-style sides with 'No B.S. (Bad Stuff)' for dine-in, drive-thru (select locations) and pick-up. Plus, \u2018Cue the catering experts at Dickey\u2019s by dialing the Catering Hotline at +1-866-227-2328 or visiting Dickey\u2019s website to order or get a quote. For more information, visit www.dickeys.com<\/a>.<\/p>