Chicken Guy! has quickly become one of the hottest new fast casual restaurant chains in the country. Founded by celebrity chef Guy Fieri, Chicken Guy! serves up craveworthy chicken tenders, sandwiches, and sides with Guy’s signature bold flavors.
With new locations popping up all the time, you may be wondering – just how many Chicken Guy! restaurants are there?
I did some digging into the Chicken Guy! location directory and have all the details on current and upcoming locations across the United States. Keep reading for a complete guide.
Current Chicken Guy! Locations
As of February 2023, there are 19 Chicken Guy! restaurant locations currently open for business. Here is the breakdown by state:
- Florida – 4 locations
- California – 5 locations
- Nevada – 3 locations
- New Jersey – 2 locations
- New York – 1 location
- Maryland – 1 location
- Texas – 1 location
- Michigan – 1 location
- Alabama – 1 location
Some of the major cities and areas where you’ll find Chicken Guy! restaurants include:
- Orlando, FL – 2 locations including the original at Disney Springs
- Las Vegas, NV – 2 locations including Caesars Palace
- Los Angeles, CA
- San Diego, CA
- New York, NY
- Atlantic City, NJ
- Austin, TX
- Ann Arbor, MI
Chicken Guy! is strategically located near major tourist destinations like theme parks, casinos, and beaches. For example you’ll find Chicken Guy! restaurants at
- Disney Springs in Orlando, FL
- Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV
- Fashion Show Mall in Las Vegas, NV
- Universal CityWalk in Los Angeles, CA
- Gulf Coast Town Center in Fort Myers, FL
- Broadway at the Beach in Myrtle Beach, SC
This allows the chain to capture both locals and visitors alike
Upcoming Locations
Chicken Guy! has major expansion plans with over 300 franchise units awarded Here are some of the new locations we can expect to open in 2023 and beyond
- Pheonix, AZ – 2 locations
- Denver, CO – 3 locations
- Washington D.C. – 3 locations
- Chicago, IL – 3 locations
- Boston, MA – 2 locations
- Minneapolis, MN – 1 location
- Charlotte, NC – 2 locations
- Omaha, NE – 1 location
- Nashua, NH – 1 location
- Albuquerque, NM – 1 location
- Buffalo, NY – 1 location
- Oklahoma City, OK – 1 location
- Philadelphia, PA – 2 locations
- Nashville, TN – 1 location
- El Paso, TX – 1 location
- San Antonio, TX – 1 location
- Richmond, VA – 1 location
- Seattle, WA – 2 locations
More new states for Chicken Guy! will include Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Washington.
Major metropolitan areas receiving their first locations include Chicago, Boston, Charlotte, Denver, Nashville, Philadelphia, and more.
International expansion to Canada is also planned starting with Ontario and British Columbia.
Why the Chicken Guy! Growth Strategy Works
There are several factors driving the rapid expansion of Chicken Guy! restaurants:
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Proven, craveworthy menu – Chicken Guy!’s signature fried chicken tenders, sandwiches, and sauces have earned a cult following. The menu stands out with bold flavors in a sea of bland fast casual choices.
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Star power founder – Guy Fieri is one of the most popular celebrity chefs today. His name power and marketing muscle provide built-in awareness for Chicken Guy!.
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Theme park and tourist locations – Placing restaurants in heavy foot traffic tourist spots allows Chicken Guy! to reach a wider range of new customers.
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Takeout and delivery options – Chicken Guy! has online ordering, takeout and delivery available. This expands their reach beyond just dine-in customers.
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Limited service model – With a focused menu and minimal table service, Chicken Guy! restaurants have lower operating costs and overhead. This makes expanding quickly more feasible.
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Franchising – Chicken Guy! uses franchising for their national growth strategy. Local franchise partners provide knowledge of their communities.
With Guy Fieri’s star power, delicious food, and prime locations, Chicken Guy! is positioned for continued rapid growth. We can expect to see the restaurant count continue rising to possibly 100 or more in the next few years.
Finding a Chicken Guy! Restaurant Near You
Hopefully this overview gives you a better idea of Chicken Guy!’s national presence and expansion plans.
To find a location near you or research new openings, visit the Chicken Guy! directory at [https://chickenguy.com/directory/us/].
You can browse for restaurants by state or use their location finder search tool. This will list the nearest Chicken Guy! restaurants by city and provide all the important details – address, hours, ordering options and more.
Chicken Guy! also has an app you can download to your iOS or Android device. This makes it easy to find restaurants, order online for pickup or delivery, and stay up to date on menu specials.
Be sure to also follow Chicken Guy! on social media for updates on new openings and location news:
- Facebook: @chickenguy
- Instagram: @chickenguy
- Twitter: @eatlikeaboss
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FAQ
How many locations does Chicken Guy have?
Locations in The United States. There are 19 locations in The United States.
Is Chicken Guy owned by Guy Fieri?
Yes, Chicken Guy! is co-owned by chef Guy Fieri and restaurateur Robert Earl, according to SharpSheets. The fast-casual restaurant specializes in all-natural chicken tenders and offers a wide variety of signature sauces created by Fieri. The first Chicken Guy!
How many chicken chef locations are there?
Chicken Chef has grown to where we are today through the commitment and hard work of dedicated owner-operators in more than 30 communities.
How many restaurants has Guy Fieri got?
How many restaurants does Guy Fieri own? As of this writing, Guy Fieri owns 17 restaurant brands, which equates to nearly five times the number of restaurants, since many of his restaurants have multiple locations and franchises. “I have about 90 restaurants right now,” Fieri told Variety in 2022.