Haven Hot Chicken Expands Massachusetts Footprint With New Franchise Agreement

June 23, 2026 // FranchisePR.com // SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Haven Hot Chicken has signed a three-unit franchise agreement with local entrepreneurs Nate and Whitney Tupper of 1779 Hot Ventures, LLC.

The husband-and-wife team, who also operate a Jersey Mike’s Subs franchise in Longmeadow, discovered Haven Hot Chicken during frequent trips to Connecticut.

“When we first tried Haven, we were blown away,” Nate Tupper said. “The food was unlike anything we had experienced in the hot chicken space, and every visit reinforced that impression. As we learned more about the company, we saw a team deeply invested in its quality and people. That level of care, combined with a product we genuinely believe in, made the decision an easy one and we can’t wait to introduce it to Western Massachusetts.”

Founded by four seasoned restaurateurs after multiple trips to Music City and hundreds of test recipes, Haven Hot Chicken was among the first fully dedicated Nashville hot chicken concepts in New England. The brand serves crispy and grilled chicken across five heat levels ranging from Country to Haven, complemented by house-made sides and their famous scratch-made sauces. Haven also supports The Greater Boston Food Bank through The Great Banana Puddin’ Drive, which donates the cost of one meal to the organization for every Banana Pudding sold.

“Nate and Whitney’s journey with Haven started the same way it does for so many of our guests — they tried the food and just kept coming back,” said Rob LaTronica, chief quality officer and co-founder of Haven Hot Chicken. “As experienced operators, they understand that great restaurants are built on quality, consistency, hospitality and strong community connections. Those values align closely with our own, and we’re confident they’ll bring the same level of care and commitment to Haven as they introduce the brand to the Springfield community.”

This latest agreement marks Haven Hot Chicken’s presence in Massachusetts, with an existing location in Franklin.

SOURCE Haven Hot Chicken