The American fast-food sensation, Dave's Hot Chicken, has fired up its latest UK outpost, planting its flag firmly in the heart of South London. The brand's sixth British location has now opened on Croydon High Street, marking a significant expansion for the popular Nashville-style hot chicken chain.
Bringing the Heat to a London Borough
After establishing flagship sites on Shaftesbury Avenue and at Westfield White City over the past year, Dave's Hot Chicken is now targeting Croydon's vibrant food scene. The new store, which began serving customers last week, aims to become a fast-casual destination for locals and a late-night weekend stop for those seeking sustenance after a night out. Managing Director of Dave’s Hot Chicken UK, Jim Attwood, stated the company was excited to close out the year with this opening, bringing "signature heat" to a dynamic borough renowned for its fried chicken shops.
What's on the Menu in Croydon
Fans of the cult brand can expect the full, fiery experience. The menu features the chain's famous juicy chicken tenders and sliders, all customisable on the iconic seven-level spice scale ranging from 'No Spice' up to the fearsome 'Reaper', which requires a signed waiver. The offering is rounded out with classic sides like mac & cheese and top-loaded fries, plus a line-up of creamy shakes and fruity slushers to cool the palate.
Win Free Chicken for a Year
To celebrate the launch, Dave's Hot Chicken is running a unique competition for its Croydon customers. Anyone who films a 'mukbang' (an eating broadcast) of their first meal at the new store and geo-tags Dave’s Hot Chicken Croydon on social media will be entered into a draw. The prize is free chicken for a year, specifically two meals per week for 52 weeks at the Croydon branch. The winner will be announced on the brand's official social media channels.
The new restaurant is located at 7/11 High Street, Croydon, and represents a strategic move into a key London community, further establishing the US import on the capital's competitive culinary map.
