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Angry Chickz Sets Its Sights on Mesa with East Valley Debut

Rapidly growing Nashville Hot Chicken concept to open April 17 on Alma School Road 


PHOENIX. (March 17, 2026) – Angry Chickz is bringing the heat to Mesa. The fast-growing Nashville hot chicken brand will open its first restaurant in the city on April 17 at 2105 S. Alma School Road, Suite 102, marking the company’s third Arizona restaurant and its 37th nationwide. 


Located along one of Mesa’s main corridors, the new restaurant introduces a concept built on flavor, customizable heat levels and a focused menu designed to deliver craveable Nashville hot chicken. 


Angry Chickz has built a passionate following by serving made-to-order tenders, sliders, and bowls with six heat levels ranging from “Country” (no heat) to its famously fiery “Angry” level, which requires guests to sign a waiver before ordering. Fan-Favorite menu items include the brand’s signature chicken tenders and sliders, as well as indulgent dishes like the Angry Mac, featuring crispy tenders served over fries and creamy mac and cheese. 


“Mesa is exactly the kind of community we want to put down roots in — strong local pride, steady growth and a real appetite for new dining experiences,” said David Mkhitaryan, founder and CEO of Angry Chickz. “As we continue expanding, our focus stays the same: deliver serious flavor, keep the experience high-energy and make sure every guest feels taken care of.”


The Mesa location will also prioritize local hiring, reinforcing the brand’s goal of building a team that reflects and supports the surrounding community. Arizona continues to be a strong market for Angry Chickz, and the Mesa opening represents another step forward in the brand’s broader growth strategy as it expands across the Southwest.


To learn more about Angry Chickz or to view the menu, visit AngryChickz.com.


About Angry Chickz

Angry Chickz is a fast-growing Nashville hot chicken brand known for bold flavor, customizable heat levels, and an energetic, guest-first experience. Founded by David Mkhitaryan in 2018, the brand grew from a 900-square-foot storefront in Los Angeles’ East Hollywood neighborhood into one of the fastest-rising concepts in the hot chicken category. Angry Chickz has built a loyal

following by combining craveable, made-to-order chicken tenders, sliders, and bowls with a simple menu designed for consistency, quality, and repeat visits.


Driven by a passion for flavor and hospitality, Angry Chickz continues to expand across the United States through a mix of corporate and franchise growth, bringing its signature approach to Nashville hot chicken to new communities. The brand has earned national recognition from QSR, Nation’s Restaurant News, Fast Casual, and Franchise Times, including being named to QSR’s Top 50 Contenders and receiving Nation’s Restaurant News’ Hot Concepts Award. 


To learn more and see where Angry Chickz is headed next, visit AngryChickz.com.

 

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