Local Entrepreneur Takes Over Tacoma Dickey’s, Introduces Upgrades and Extended Hours

A new Pit Master has taken over the smoker at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit located at 5104 6^th Avenue in Tacoma and is firing up some changes to better meat the needs of the community.

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Longtime business transformation visionary and U.S. Army veteran Michael Cheong-Leen is the new Franchisee of the Tacoma Dickey’s Barbecue Pit.

Longtime business transformation visionary and U.S. Army veteran Michael Cheong-Leen is the new Franchisee of the Tacoma Dickey’s Barbecue Pit and since taking over ownership in March, he’s already making notable changes to the beloved barbecue joint.

Recognizing that great barbecue deserves an equally great beverage, Cheong-Leen recently expanded the restaurant’s 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’s in Tacoma and perfectly suited to complement any Legit. Texas. Barbecue. meal.

Additionally, 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.

Guests looking for a late-night barbecue fix can take advantage of the restaurant’s newly extended weekend hours, with Dickey’s now serving its full lineup of fan-favorite menu items until midnight.

"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."

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