Fast-growing Nashville hot chicken brand continues California growth with July 17 opening
Ontario, CA (Restaurant News Release) Ontario is about to get a whole lot hotter. Angry Chickz will officially debut its first restaurant in the city on July 17, introducing local guests to the brand’s signature Nashville hot chicken, customizable spice levels and hospitality-first dining experience at 960 N. Haven Ave., Suite 140.
To celebrate the grand opening, Angry Chickz is giving guests plenty of reasons to arrive early. Doors open at 11 a.m., with the first 100 guests receiving a limited-edition Angry Chickz jersey, while the first 500 guests can enter an on-site raffle for a chance to win Angry Chickz for a Year, plus additional food prizes through online registration.
The opening represents another step in the company’s steady California expansion, bringing Angry Chickz to 38 restaurants statewide and 43 locations systemwide. As the brand continues entering new communities, Ontario joins a growing list of cities embracing the concept’s bold flavors and energetic atmosphere.
The Ontario restaurant will serve Angry Chickz’s full lineup of made-to-order sliders and tenders, with six heat levels ranging from no-heat “Country” to the signature “Angry”, plus the legendary Angry Mac that fans have come to know and love.
“We’ve had our eye on Ontario for a while because it’s a city that’s continuing to grow and has an incredible dining community,” said David Mkhitaryan, founder and CEO of Angry Chickz. “We’re excited to finally be here, introduce ourselves to new guests and become a place where people can grab an amazing meal, bring friends and keep coming back.”
Beyond serving hot chicken, the Ontario restaurant is expected to create local jobs and become an active part of the community. As Angry Chickz continues its expansion, each new restaurant is built on the same quality, energy and guest experience that keeps fans coming back. To learn more about Angry Chickz or to view open roles and the menu, visit AngryChickz.com.
About Angry Chickz
Angry Chickz is one of the fastest-growing Nashville hot chicken brands in the United States, known for its bold flavors, customizable heat levels, and high-energy, guest-first experience. Founded by David Mkhitaryan in 2018, the brand has rapidly scaled from a 900-square-foot storefront in Los Angeles’ East Hollywood neighborhood into a multi-state franchise system with a loyal and growing fan base.
Built on a simple, highly executable menu of hand-breaded tenders, sliders, bowls, and craveable sides, Angry Chickz delivers a consistent, high-quality experience designed to drive repeat visits and strong unit-level performance. The brand’s operating model is purpose-built for scalability, with a focus on operational discipline, off-premise efficiency, and premium product execution.
Driven by a passion for flavor, hospitality, and disciplined growth, Angry Chickz continues to expand nationwide through a mix of corporate and franchise development, bringing its signature take on Nashville hot chicken to new markets across the country.
The brand has been recognized as a rising leader in the fast-casual space, earning accolades including QSR’s “Ones to Watch,” Fast Casual’s “20 Brands to Watch,” Nation’s Restaurant News’ Hot Concepts Award, and Fast Casual’s Top Movers & Shakers. Most recently, Angry Chickz ranked #44 on QSR’s Top 50 Contenders, #410 on Franchise Times’ Top 400, and was named one of QSR’s “Nine Franchisors to Watch.”
To learn more and see where Angry Chickz is headed next, visit AngryChickz.com.
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Paul Donahie
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