Fast-growing Nashville hot chicken brand expands to the Keystone State with July 31 opening
Kingston, PA (RestaurantNews.com) Angry Chickz is bringing its take on Nashville hot chicken to the East Coast for the first time. The fast-growing restaurant brand will open its first Pennsylvania location on July 31 at 152 S. Wyoming Ave., marking a major milestone in the company’s continued nationwide expansion.
The Kingston opening introduces Angry Chickz to a new region while bringing its signature combination of made-to-order hot chicken, customizable spice levels and energetic hospitality to Northeastern Pennsylvania. The new restaurant marks the brand’s first location in the Keystone State and its 45th restaurant systemwide.
As Angry Chickz continues expanding beyond its California roots, the Kingston opening represents the next chapter of the brand’s growth strategy. The restaurant will offer guests the full Angry Chickz experience, featuring Nashville hot chicken ranging from no heat “Country” to the brand’s famously fiery “Angry” spice level, along with fan favorites like Angry Mac, seasoned fries and signature Angry Chickz sauce.
“We’re excited to open our first Angry Chickz in Kingston,” said franchisee Eric May. “Bringing a brand I truly believe in to the community that’s supported me over the years is incredibly meaningful. We’re excited to create local jobs, serve great food, and become a place where friends, families and neighbors come together. We can’t wait to welcome everyone through our doors.”
To commemorate the milestone, Angry Chickz will celebrate with exclusive grand opening giveaways beginning at 11 a.m. on July 31. The first 100 guests through the doors will receive a limited-edition Angry Chickz jersey, while the first 500 guests who register on-site will be entered for a chance to win Angry Chickz for a Year, along with additional food prizes.
The Kingston opening reflects Angry Chickz’s continued momentum as the brand expands into new markets across the country. Through strategic growth and a focus on delivering a consistent guest experience, Angry Chickz is continuing its mission to bring its signature Nashville hot chicken to more communities nationwide. 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 “2026 Top 100” and “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.
Contact:
Paul Donahie
Champion
908-239-8679
pdonahie@championmgt.com
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