A Fancy Story
Fancy Ranch is a playful, pop-up from the team behind Shilling Canning Company, opening this July at Union Market in Washington, DC. It’s our love letter to the fried chicken that’s been a best-seller on the Shilling menu for the past five years — made more accessible, more fun, and ready to bring a little levity (and a lot of crunch) to your day.
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The concept was dreamed up by two dads — Chef Reid Shilling and industry veteran Sheamus Feeley — out of a shared love for crispy fried chicken, good ingredients, and family-style meals that bring people together. But Fancy Ranch is proudly 100% woman-owned by Sara Quinteros, a James Beard Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership alum and co-founder of Shilling Canning Company, who brings this idea to life with heart, humor, and a deep commitment to community.
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While Shilling has offered a deeply rewarding (and occasionally serious) fine dining journey, this new venture is a chance to let loose, connect more directly with guests, and serve great food at great value — all in a fun, casual setting.
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The menu is anchored by whole Amish chickens sourced from family-owned farms, supporting local agriculture and offering guests a fuller, more flavorful experience — from thigh to breast to leg to wing. Expect crispy fried chicken, a cornbread waffle spin on our famous Shilling hoe cake (topped with maple butter, of course), and sides like Aji Verde potato salad and classic slaw. And don’t sleep on the sauces: Fancy Ranch (because even the fanciest among us love ranch), hot honey, honey mustard, aji verde, and traditional hot sauce.
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Chef Reid Shilling will be in the kitchen bringing the heat, and we’re excited to welcome a new community of guests alongside familiar faces from Shilling. Fancy Ranch is here for good vibes, great food, and a summer full of flavor. Come see our fun side.
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Learn more about our flagship restaurant, Shilling Canning Company.
Mission
At Fancy Ranch, our mission is to serve crave-worthy Amish fried chicken made with integrity, joy, and a whole lot of flavor. We champion family farms, create real value for our guests, and bring a sense of fun to every plate — connecting with our community through good food and good vibes.
Vision
We envision a future where fast casual doesn’t mean compromising on quality or connection. Fancy Ranch exists to celebrate honest ingredients, small-scale producers, and the simple pleasure of a perfectly fried piece of chicken — all while building a more inclusive, woman-led, and community-rooted food culture.