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The Speck KFC in Portland

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Location: Portland, Oregon

  • The Speck KFC in Portland

  • The regional history of "The Speck," Portland's local name for Kentucky Fried Chicken.

  • Regional branding

    • The name "The Speck" was used uniquely for Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurants in Portland, Oregon.
    • The name was selected by the original local franchisee who believed it sounded more appealing to Oregonians than "Kentucky Fried Chicken."
    • It became a beloved staple until 1979, when corporate KFC bought out the local franchise and rebranded all locations as standard KFCs.
These facts are as Randal recalls them, but much time has passed for most of this. If you find a factual error, please email realmerlyn@gmail.com.