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fanatic, who had the light-bulb moment to open the themed restaurant during a nighttime rewatch of, the 2018 film with Alden Ehrenreich playing a young Han Solo.
"I've always been drawn to characters who operate outside the system — mavericks, rebels, underdogs. Han Solo embodies that independent spirit," Leevongcharoen explained in an interview. "And the pun just landed: Hen Solo. It made sense. We're a chicken shop that's marching to the beat of its own drumstick," he added about the restaurant's alluring name.Were there any runner-ups? The chef admitted that other names were thrown in the ring, but "nothing came close" to Hen Solo, who "had the right attitude and makes people smile." Leevongcharoen has been doing just that with hissince the fast-casual spot opened its doors.
"Think international chicken done with serious flavor and fun energy," he explained of the menu, noting that he takes inspiration from global street food (Korean, Thai, Japanese, Mexican, and American) to transform them into "bold, crave-able dishes." His priority goal: to stand out from the rest."We're not trying to be another fried chicken joint. We're here to bring personality and punch to every item on the menu," Leevongcharoen revealed. "Whether it's a burrito, a spicy wing, or a vodka pesto cutlet sandwich, it all comes from a place of culinary integrity and a love of flavor."
And the cook knows a thing or two about flavor, having spent much of his childhood and adult life in the kitchen. Growing up, Leevongcharoen worked in his family's Thai restaurant, where he got the bug for cooking creative meals. He took that passion with him while training in classic French cuisine in Lyon, France, and whipping up ramen in Japan, where he's been "hands-on every step of the way."
While Hen Solo is currently his baby, he's no stranger to launching successful eateries. In 2012, Leevongcharoen opened Ramen Bar near the University of Pennsylvania campus, which led to a second location before the COVID-19 pandemic forced a significant pivot in his business plans. He later helped launch Chika in Center City, PA, where he worked as the Executive Chef, bringing sushi and ramen together on a larger scale."This suggests that it is never too late to adopt a
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