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International Fried Chicken Expansions

Dave's Hot Chicken is Opening Up a Location in Toronto

— January 18, 2021 — Lifestyle
Dave's Hot Chicken, the California-based fried chicken chain that's known for its savory tenders and burgers that are offered in a range of spice levels, announced its very first international location.

With the chain's expansion, fried chicken lovers in Toronto will be able to enjoy its spicy chicken and sides. The location opened its doors on January 15th at 1582 Queen Street West, in the heart of the city's Parkdale neighborhood. Dave's Hot Chicken will be open seven days a week from 11am to 10pm for takeout, and will also be available for delivery through third-party apps like Uber Eats and Doordash in the near future.

Director of Business Development Blair Bitove spoke to the launch, stating "Along with a limited menu of the most craveable hot chicken around, we’re excited to offer local craft beers as well as a secret, regionally inspired menu."

Image Credit: Dave's Hot Chicken
Trend Themes
1. International Expansion of Fast Food Chains - With the opening of its first international location in Toronto, Dave's Hot Chicken has shown that there is a growing trend of fast food chains expanding globally to reach new markets.
2. Increasing Demand for Spicy Cuisine - Dave's Hot Chicken's popularity, as well as the chain's success with its range of spice levels, indicates a trend toward a growing demand for spicy cuisine among consumers.
3. Third-party Delivery Services - Dave's Hot Chicken's decision to offer delivery through third-party apps like Uber Eats and Doordash highlights a trend of restaurants partnering with these services to reach more customers and increase sales.
Industry Implications
1. Fast Food Industry - The fast food industry has the opportunity to expand into new markets internationally and cater to growing demand for spicy cuisine, as demonstrated by Dave's Hot Chicken's success.
2. Craft Beer Industry - Dave's Hot Chicken's decision to offer a selection of local craft beers highlights an opportunity for the craft beer industry to partner with fast food chains and expand their customer base through these popular restaurants.
3. Third-party Delivery Services Industry - The third-party delivery services industry has the opportunity to continue partnering with restaurants like Dave's Hot Chicken to provide more delivery options for customers and increase sales for both parties.
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