LoRell's Chicken Shack Opens in Albina District
The restaurant moved to 668 N. Russell Street this August after the closure of its previous home at the Lloyd Center.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Following the summer 2026 closure of the Lloyd Center, LoRell's Chicken Shack reopened in August 2026 at 668 N. Russell Street in the Albina District. The restaurant now operates in a space owned by the 1803 Fund, a nonprofit managing a seven-acre development project.
Why it matters
The relocation marks a significant shift for a local food business that has navigated multiple moves and hardships since its origin at Carts on Foster. The move also signals the continued development of the 1803 Fund’s efforts to reshape the local neighborhood landscape.
The shop now provides 4 tables at its new site, moving from its previous 2-year tenure at the Lloyd Center. The business is now part of a 7-acre development project currently managed by the 1803 Fund.
The players
Preston
The owner and operator of LoRell's Chicken Shack.
1803 Fund
A nonprofit organization overseeing a seven-acre development project in the Albina District.
The details
After evaluating several offers, owner Preston selected the new site to support the mission of the 1803 Fund within the Albina District. The restaurant serves its traditional menu of fried chicken wings, sandwiches, and fries. The move follows a difficult period for the business, including a 2023 assault on the owner at a previous location, which resulted in a three-year prison sentence for the perpetrator.
Timeline
2019: Preston's mother passed away.
2023: Preston was assaulted at his Foster Road location.
Summer 2026: The Lloyd Center closed.
August 2026: LoRell's Chicken Shack opened on N. Russell Street.
Beyond the Bridges
This move follows the pattern set by the closure of the Lloyd Center, which has forced many independent businesses to seek new locations. It marks a transition for local operators navigating the changing commercial landscape in Portland.
Diners can now visit the shop at 668 N. Russell St. to try the menu, which remains unchanged from the previous location. The restaurant features indoor seating for customers looking to eat on-site.
The takeaway
The restaurant is now a part of the growing 1803 Fund development project in the Albina District. Neighbors should keep an eye on the area as more tenants begin operating in the surrounding acreage.
Further reading
For more updates on local food businesses, visit the Portland Openings & Closings section.
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