July 9th 2024.
Attention all fried chicken lovers! Get ready to roll up and taste the mouth-watering goodness of Dave's Hot Chicken, the newest fast food joint that's taking the US by storm. But don't worry, UK fans, because this cult-favorite chain is now expanding across the pond, with plans to open 60 sites in the country.
Dave's Hot Chicken first started as a pop-up business in 2017, when four friends who shared a love for chicken tenders pooled together their resources and launched a small operation in a car park in East Hollywood. Serving up Nashville-style hot chicken, the business quickly gained a following, with big names like Drake, Samuel L. Jackson, and Usher among their biggest fans and investors. In fact, the chain was recently named America's Fastest Growing Restaurant chain and now has over 200 locations throughout the US.
But fear not, UK foodies, because Dave's Hot Chicken has just signed a deal with Azzurri Group to bring their delicious offerings to the UK. Azzurri Group, known for their successful brands such as Zizzi, ASK Italian, Coco di Mama, and Boojum, will be the perfect partner for this expansion. While the exact locations of the 60 new sites have yet to be confirmed, the first branch is set to open in London in early 2025.
What makes Dave's Hot Chicken stand out from other fast food joints? Well, for starters, their menu is simple yet satisfying, with just two chicken items - tenders and sliders - and a range of sides to choose from. And for those who like a little spice in their life, their dishes can be customized with different spice levels, from mild to the fiery "Reaper" that's so hot you have to sign a waiver before trying it.
Fans of Dave's Hot Chicken have been raving about the food online, with many praising its unique and delicious flavors. @steakshapiro on Twitter even declared it as the "most insane chicken sandwich" they've ever had. And @RevCiancio and @vveoko both agree that the food is "super tasty" and "hella good", making it the best fast food chicken out there.
CEO of Azzurri Group, Steve Holmes, expressed his excitement about bringing Dave's Hot Chicken to the UK, saying that they were blown away by the delicious and craveable food. Bill Phelps, CEO of Dave's Hot Chicken, also shared his enthusiasm for the expansion, noting that the flavor of their chicken transcends borders.
This news comes after other popular US fast food chains also announced their plans to expand in the UK, including Carl's Jr, Chick-fil-A, Popeyes, Wendy's, and Little Caesars. Even Canadian chain Mary Brown's Chicken is getting in on the action, with plans to open several locations in the UK this year.
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