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Angry Chickz is expanding to Palmdale with its first Antelope Valley restaurant, set to open on July 10. The brand is celebrating its grand opening with giveaways and prizes for early guests.
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.
At the Palmdale location, guests can enjoy the menu featuring Nashville hot chicken ranging from no heat "Country" to the brand’s signature "Angry" level, along with items such as Angry Mac, seasoned fries and the signature Angry Chickz sauce.
"Southern California has been a major part of Angry Chickz’s story since day one, and opening in Palmdale allows us to continue growing in the region that helped launch the brand," said David Mkhitaryan, founder of Angry Chickz. "We're excited to become part of the Antelope Valley community and give local guests a new spot to enjoy bold flavors, quality food and the Angry Chickz experience."
The Palmdale opening highlights Angry Chickz’s continued focus on strategic growth while maintaining the quality, consistency and hospitality that have helped fuel the brand’s expansion. The restaurant will create local jobs and provide a new gathering place for guests looking to experience one of the country’s fastest-growing hot chicken concepts.
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This story was originally published in Franchising.com on July 7, 2026. Burnaze summarizes and links to the original reporting.
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