Dave’s Hot Chicken Heats Up Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska with New 15-Unit Signed Agreement

“I’m thrilled to bring our brand to new markets with such qualified operators like the Staabs,” said Bill Phelps, CEO of Dave’s Hot Chicken. “With their multi-unit operating knowledge and strong ties to the Kansas City, Lincoln and Omaha areas, they are the ideal partners.”

“We first fell in love with Dave’s Hot Chicken because of the quality of the product and the passion that they have for making the food. It truly is unmatched compared to others in the chicken category,” said Dave Staab. “Our family can’t wait to introduce the flair and excitement of Dave’s to the Kansas City, Lincoln and Omaha dining scenes.”

The Staabs bring an extensive background in multi-unit franchising. The brothers have been involved in restaurants for many years owning and operating 67 Pizza Huts throughout Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa and Minnesota and Curt previously operated 12 Wendy’s locations. Mike has experience in commercial real estate, while Gary has extensive business acumen and knowledge of the Kansas City area.

Founded by classically trained chef Dave Kopushyan and three friends in early 2017, Dave’s Hot Chicken initially opened as a parking lot pop-up, with lines quickly wrapping around the block. Since then, the brand has 21 locations in the United States and Canada.

Specializing in hot chicken tenders and sliders, with spice levels ranging from “No Spice” to “Reaper,” each restaurant also serves sides of house-made Kale Slaw, creamy Mac & Cheese and crispy Fries or Cheese Fries.