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Angry Chickz Expands to the Central Coast with Santa Maria Opening on June 5

Fast-growing Nashville hot chicken brand to debut on South Bradley Road


SANTA MARIA, Calif. (May 12, 2026) – Angry Chickz is continuing its California growth with a new stop on the Central Coast. The Nashville hot chicken brand will open its first Santa Maria location on June 5 at 2102 S. Bradley Road, marking its 33rd restaurant in California and 38th nationwide.


With its arrival, Angry Chickz brings a menu centered on bold, made-to-order hot chicken and a choose-your-own heat experience that’s helped the brand build a loyal following across the state. Guests can dial up (or down) the spice across six levels, from no-heat “Country” to the brand’s signature “Angry” tier — a level so intense it requires a waiver.


The menu keeps things tight and focused, featuring tenders, sliders and bowls designed for repeat visits, alongside loaded options like the Angry Mac — a combination of crispy chicken, fries and creamy mac and cheese that’s become a go-to for regulars.


“Expanding into Santa Maria is a natural next step for us as we continue growing along the California coast,” said David Mkhitaryan, founder and CEO of Angry Chickz. “We can’t wait to introduce the brand to a new neighborhood and bring high energy, bold flavors and an experience that people can make their own every time they come in.”


The new location will prioritize hiring from within the Santa Maria area, building a team that reflects the community while delivering the fast-paced, guest-focused service Angry Chickz is known for. To learn more about Angry Chickz or to view 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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