Angry Chickz to Debut in Ontario, California

Ontario is about to get a whole lot hotter. Angry Chickz will officially debut its first restaurant in the city on July 17, introducing local guests to the brand’s signature Nashville hot chicken, customizable spice leve

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Angry Chickz to Debut in Ontario, California

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Angry Chickz is debuting its first restaurant in Ontario, California on July 17, introducing the brand's signature Nashville hot chicken and hospitality-first dining experience. The opening represents another step in the company's steady California expansion, bringing Angry Chickz to 38 restaurants statewide and 43 locations systemwide.

Ontario is about to get a whole lot hotter. Angry Chickz will officially debut its first restaurant in the city on July 17, introducing local guests to the brand’s signature Nashville hot chicken, customizable spice levels and hospitality-first dining experience at 960 N. Haven Ave., Suite 140.

To celebrate the grand opening, Angry Chickz is giving guests plenty of reasons to arrive early. Doors open at 11 a.m., with the first 100 guests receiving a limited-edition Angry Chickz jersey, while the first 500 guests can enter an on-site raffle for a chance to win Angry Chickz for a Year, plus additional food prizes through online registration.

The opening represents another step in the company’s steady California expansion, bringing Angry Chickz to 38 restaurants statewide and 43 locations systemwide. As the brand continues entering new communities, Ontario joins a growing list of cities embracing the concept’s bold flavors and energetic atmosphere.

The Ontario restaurant will serve Angry Chickz’s full lineup of made-to-order sliders and tenders, with six heat levels ranging from no-heat “Country” to the signature “Angry”, plus the legendary Angry Mac that fans have come to know and love.

“We’ve had our eye on Ontario for a while because it’s a city that’s continuing to grow and has an incredible dining community,” said David Mkhitaryan, founder and CEO of Angry Chickz. “We’re excited to finally be here, introduce ourselves to new guests and become a place where people can grab an amazing meal, bring friends and keep coming back.”

Beyond serving hot chicken, the Ontario restaurant is expected to create local jobs and become an active part of the community. As Angry Chickz continues its expansion, each new restaurant is built on the same quality, energy and guest experience that keeps fans coming back. To learn more about Angry Chickz or to view open roles and the menu, visit AngryChickz.com.

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This story was originally published in QSR Magazine on July 10, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.

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