Dave’s Hot Chicken, a Los Angeles-based street food concept turned fast casual brand, has inked a franchise agreement with Al Graziano to make its entrance into New Hampshire and expand its existing presence in Massachusetts.
“Our nationwide growth would not be possible without our individual owners who are passionate about Dave’s Hot Chicken and want to be part of the fastest-growing restaurant concept in the country,” Bill Phelps, CEO of Dave’s Hot Chicken, said in a company press release. “Al is the perfect owner to help expand our presence further in the New England area. His first location in Massachusetts has been a smash hit, and I anticipate that same success will translate to his new Dave’s Hot Chicken restaurants.”
As part of his development deal, Graziano will focus on growing Dave’s Hot Chicken in Merrimack, Hillsborough and Rockingham Counties in New Hampshire, as well as Essex County in Massachusetts.
“As a seasoned multi-unit restaurant owner, the value of joining a game-changing brand like Dave’s Hot Chicken was immediately apparent to me,” said Graziano, who was a Jersey Mike’s franchisee prior to joining Dave’s Hot Chicken. “With such a strong corporate support system and a ravenous fan following, it’s no surprise that my first location has performed so well. I knew I would be making a mistake if I didn’t sign for new territories and I am eager to continue to grow Dave’s Hot Chicken.”
Dave’s Hot Chicken has over 60 locations open in the U.S. and Canada and 700 units in development.
