LoRell's Chicken Shack Opens on North Russell Street
The Portland business relocated to the Albina District in August 2026 following the closure of the Lloyd Center mall.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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LoRell's Chicken Shack opened its new location at 668 N. Russell Street in August 2026. The move follows the owner's departure from the Lloyd Center, which closed in the summer of 2026.
Why it matters
Owner Preston selected the new site to support the 1803 Fund's development vision for the Albina District. The nonprofit organization chose the eatery to be among the first tenants of their local project.
The new shop space currently features four tables for dining. This opening marks the start of operations at the new site after the business previously spent two years at the Lloyd Center.
The players
Preston
He is the owner and operator of LoRell's Chicken Shack who has navigated multiple business locations in Portland.
1803 Fund
This is a Portland-based nonprofit organization focused on community development projects in the Albina District.
The details
The establishment serves a menu consisting of fried chicken wings, chicken sandwiches, and fries. Preston previously operated at Carts on Foster, where he was involved in a 2023 assault case that resulted in a three-year prison sentence for his attacker.
Timeline
Preston's mother died in 2019.
The assault at the Carts on Foster location occurred in 2023.
The Lloyd Center mall closed in the summer of 2026.
LoRell's opened at the N. Russell Street location in August 2026.
Market Landscape
This move highlights the shift of local independent businesses toward mission-driven development projects rather than traditional mall spaces. It positions LoRell's Chicken Shack as a anchor tenant within the 1803 Fund's broader effort to revitalize the Albina District.
Customers can now visit the new location on North Russell Street for standard menu items including wings and sandwiches. The space is smaller than typical mall operations, providing a more intimate four-table seating environment for diners.
The takeaway
Supporting neighborhood-focused development projects can help small businesses find stable footing after retail mall closures. Diners looking to support local entrepreneurs should check venue hours before visiting, as capacity remains limited to four tables.
Further reading
Find more details on local retail updates in the Portland Openings & Closings section.
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