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Angry Chickz Expands California Footprint With New Locations in Santa Clarita and Riverside

Fast-growing hot chicken brand reaches 41 locations nationwide with two June openings


LOS ANGELES (June 4, 2026) – Angry Chickz is turning up the heat across Southern California with the opening of its first locations in Santa Clarita and Riverside this June, marking another milestone in the brand's rapid expansion.


The Santa Clarita restaurant will open June 16 at 19187 Golden Valley Rd., followed by the Riverside location on July 10 at 2712 Canyon Springs Parkway, Ste. 1. Together, the openings will bring Angry Chickz to 36 locations in California and 41 restaurants systemwide.


Guests at both locations can expect Angry Chickz's signature lineup of Nashville hot chicken favorites, ranging from no-heat "Country" to the brand's notoriously spicy "Angry" level, alongside bowls, sliders, seasoned fries, Angry Mac and the brand's signature Angry Chickz sauce.


"We've had our eyes on both Santa Clarita and Riverside because they're strong, growing communities with incredible local food scenes," said David Mkhitaryan, founder and CEO of Angry Chickz. "As we continue expanding throughout California, we're excited to introduce more guests to what makes Angry Chickz different: bold flavor, real hospitality and an experience that keeps people coming back."


The openings reflect Angry Chickz's continued investment in community-driven growth. Both restaurants are expected to create local jobs while establishing strong ties within their respective neighborhoods through community engagement efforts and local partnerships


Over the years, Angry Chickz has grown from a small East Hollywood restaurant into one of the fastest-growing names in the Nashville hot chicken category. Built around made-to-order chicken tenders, sliders, bowls and fries, the concept has earned a loyal following for its customizable spice levels, bold flavors and guest-focused atmosphere. 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 #73 on Fast Casual’s Top 100 Movers & Shakers, #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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