--- title: "Atomic Wings® Set to More Than Double in Size with Over 20 New Openings Planned for 2026" url: https://burnaze.com/article/699e2a43-84dd-4dbf-b39d-af1ca0fbb676 source: "Franchising.com" original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20260526_atomic_wings_set_to_more_than_double_in_size_with_over_20_new_openings_plan.html category: "Chicken" industry: "Restaurants" segment: "Chicken" published: 2026-05-26T12:00:00.000Z modified: 2026-10-31T16:11:10.958Z image: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1561758033-d89a9ad46330?w=1600&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop --- # Atomic Wings® Set to More Than Double in Size with Over 20 New Openings Planned for 2026 **TL;DR:** Atomic Wings plans to open over 20 new locations in 2026, nearly doubling its size. The brand is focusing on expansion in its core home market of New York and New Jersey, as well as key regional markets. *originally published in Franchising.com on 2026-05-26. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20260526_atomic_wings_set_to_more_than_double_in_size_with_over_20_new_openings_plan.html).* ## Story NEW YORK, May 26, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Atomic Wings is entering a major new phase of growth with over 20 new locations expected to open in 2026. With 24 locations currently open, the brand is on track to nearly double in size in a single year as it focuses on expansion in its core home market of New York and New Jersey while continuing to build its presence in key regional markets. The planned growth includes five new locations across New York, including two in Brooklyn, two in Queens, and one sports bar concept in Manhattan. In neighboring New Jersey, Atomic Wings expects to open six new locations. The brand is also planning nine additional openings across Texas, South Dakota, Minnesota, Ohio and Illinois, signaling growing demand for the concept well beyond its Northeast roots. "We're at a pivotal moment as a brand," said Zak Omar, CEO of Atomic Wings. "Atomic Wings is looking to skyrocket, and this year we're on pace for up to 100% growth. What makes this especially meaningful is that we're doing it by doubling down on our home market. New York and New Jersey are where our story began, and we see tremendous opportunity to continue building density there while also introducing Atomic Wings to new communities across the country." Atomic Wings was founded in 1989 and offers fresh, never-frozen halal chicken that is natural and hormone-free, made to order and hand-tossed in 15 proprietary sauces. Alongside its wings, Atomic Wings offers sandwiches and sides, a welcoming dining experience and a commitment to quality. "These locations mean a lot to our family," Omar added. "Fresh Meadows and Maspeth are not just strategic markets for us — they're personal. There's something really special about bringing the brand into neighborhoods that helped shape who we are. As we grow, we want to do it in a way that feels connected to our roots." "Having the opportunity to grow with Atomic Wings in both Brooklyn and now New Jersey speaks to the strength of the brand and the opportunity we see ahead," said Moe Moustafa, area developer for New Jersey and owner of Atomic Wings' two Brooklyn locations. "The concept resonates because it delivers quality, consistency and bold flavor, and we believe there is tremendous room for growth throughout the region. We're excited to help introduce Atomic Wings to even more guests in markets that are a natural fit for the brand." Atomic Wings was created in 1989 with a mission to share authentic New York-style Buffalo wings with the world. The brand emphasizes fresh, never-frozen halal chicken that is natural and hormone-free. The wings are made to order and hand-tossed in 15 proprietary sauces. Alongside its wings, Atomic Wings offers sandwiches and sides, a welcoming dining experience and a commitment to quality. ## Entities - Franchising.com (publication) - unit expansion (topic) - QSR (sector) - new york (location) - new jersey (location) - brand development (topic) - regional growth (topic) - Atomic Wings (company) - Zak Omar (person) --- Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20260526_atomic_wings_set_to_more_than_double_in_size_with_over_20_new_openings_plan.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/699e2a43-84dd-4dbf-b39d-af1ca0fbb676).