The heat is spreading! Angry Chickz, the California-born Nashville Hot Chicken brand that has developed a seriously devoted following, is about to turn up the temperature in the Southwest. The brand just announced a massive multi-unit franchise agreement that will bring a staggering 25 new Angry Chickz locations to Texas and New Mexico over the next five years!
This is a major win for fans who have been craving the brand’s fiery, crave-worthy chicken. The first restaurant is slated to open in 2026, and the expansion will blanket 11 new markets, including major Texas hubs like Dallas–Fort Worth and Austin, as well as deep West Texas and Albuquerque, New Mexico.
“This is a major step for us,” said Mike LaRue, vice president of franchise development for Angry Chickz. “We’ve been hearing from fans in Texas and New Mexico for years asking us to come to their community, and now we’ve found the right partners to make it happen.”
The Angry Chickz Effect
Angry Chickz has built undeniable momentum, going from a tiny 900-square-foot storefront in East Hollywood to becoming one of the West Coast’s most talked-about hot chicken brands. Their winning formula is simple: bold flavor, high-energy service, and a truly unmistakable vibe.
Now, that signature experience is heading straight for the Southwest.
“It’s all about momentum,” LaRue added. “Our fans try it once, fall in love and spread the word. Simple, flavorful food that connects fast – that’s the Angry Chickz effect.”
With 33 existing restaurants across California, Nevada, and Arizona, this latest expansion into Texas and New Mexico solidifies Angry Chickz’s position as a serious contender in the booming hot chicken category. Get ready, Southwest – the fire is coming!
To learn more and see where Angry Chickz is headed next, visit AngryChickz.com.
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