Dave’s Hot Chicken Signs 10-unit Deal for Pittsburgh

August 08, 2024, PITTSBURGH, Penn. – Dave’s Hot Chicken announced today that it has signed a multi-unit agreement to open ten locations over the next five years across Pittsburgh. The ten-unit deal is with established entrepreneurs and business partners, Danny Costa, Michael Costa, and Jonathan Wise along with Raj Patel, who already owns seven Dave’s Hot Chickens across Chicago and Indiana.

The Costas and Wise, who own and operate Dunkin’ locations in Pennsylvania and Maine, along with Patel, who owns and operates franchise locations with McAlister’s Deli and Dunkin’, are significant figures in the business ownership landscape.

“I’ve always believed in leading by example and ensuring that each location is effectively set up operationally to thrive,” said Danny Costa.

Dave’s Hot Chicken has captured the hearts and taste buds of guests across the nation with its crave-worthy menu. 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, seasoned Fries or Cheese Fries. With Patel and Costa’s proven track record of success and dedication to quality, Pittsburgh residents can anticipate an exceptional dining experience at each new Dave’s Hot Chicken location.

“We’re thrilled to continue growing alongside Raj and Danny,” said Bill Phelps, CEO of Dave’s Hot Chicken. “With this expansion into Pittsburgh, we’re confident the local community will cherish the new spots as their hot chicken haven. We’re eager to see the success Raj and Danny experience in Pennsylvania.”

Founded by Arman Oganesyan and classically trained chef Dave Kopushyan, along with brothers, Tommy, and Gary Rubenyan in early 2017, Dave’s Hot Chicken initially opened as a parking lot pop-up, with lines quickly wrapping around the block.

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