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background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;right&#8221; animation=&#8221;off&#8221;]\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul dir=\"ltr\">\n<li style=\"direction: ltr;\">The LA sensation expands its UAE footprint, marking its 6th store in the UAE.<\/li>\n<li style=\"direction: ltr;\">This follows two recent successful openings of Dave\u2019s Hot Chicken branches at Marina Mall in Abu Dhabi and Al Hamra Mall in Ras Al Khaimah.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\"><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\"><strong>Ain Alalam &#8211; Rashad Iskandrni<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\"><strong>18 November 2025: <\/strong>Dave\u2019s Hot Chicken, the cult-favourite LA-born brand known for its Nashville-style hot chicken, is turning up the heat once again with the grand opening of its newest branch at Dubai Festival City Mall. This follows two recent successful openings of Dave\u2019s Hot Chicken branches at Marina Mall in Abu Dhabi and Al Hamra Mall in Ras Al Khaimah.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\u00a0This highly anticipated launch marks the brand\u2019s 4<sup>th<\/sup> location in Dubai and 6th across the UAE, underscoring the brand\u2019s rapid growth and unwavering popularity among flavour seekers.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\u00a0Mohamed Ahmed, Regional Brand Manager, \u00a0Said: \u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to open our fourth store in Dubai at such a vibrant destination as Dubai Festival City. The city\u2019s love for bold flavours and unique dining experiences continues to inspire us. This milestone reflects our commitment to bringing Dave\u2019s Hot Chicken\u2019s crave-worthy menu to even more fans across the UAE.\u201d<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">Strategically located to serve both residents and visitors, the new branch at Dubai Festival City is set to become a go-to spot for those craving the brand\u2019s signature heat. Whether you\u2019re shopping, meeting friends, or exploring the city, Dave\u2019s Hot Chicken promises an unforgettable experience with its energetic interiors and welcoming atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-107835\" src=\"https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-18-at-4.27.24-PM-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-18-at-4.27.24-PM-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-18-at-4.27.24-PM-1024x682.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-18-at-4.27.24-PM-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-18-at-4.27.24-PM-1536x1023.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-18-at-4.27.24-PM-1080x720.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/ainalalam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-11-18-at-4.27.24-PM.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">Known for its Hot Chicken Sliders, Tenders and Dave\u2019s Bites, the brand offers a build-your-own-heat experience with seven spice levels, from No Spice to the infamous Reaper\u2122, a fiery challenge that even comes with a signed waiver. Sides like creamy Mac &amp; Cheese, fresh Kale Slaw, Top-Loaded Fries, Slushers, and loaded milkshakes round out the menu, making it a destination for flavor seekers of all kinds!<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">This opening marks another exciting chapter in Dave\u2019s Hot Chicken\u2019s UAE journey, with more expansions on the horizon as the brand continues to win hearts and taste buds across the region.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\"><strong><em>END<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\"><strong>About Dave\u2019s Hot Chicken <\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">In a modern-day American dream story,\u00a0three childhood friends, Chef\u00a0Dave\u00a0Kopushyan, Arman Oganesyan, and Tommy Rubenyan, scraped together $900 to\u00a0launch\u00a0Dave\u2019s\u00a0Hot\u00a0Chicken\u00a0in a parking lot, portable fryers and folding tables in tow, in 2017.\u00a0Dave\u2019s\u00a0Hot\u00a0Chicken\u00a0quickly took off, opening an East Hollywood brick-and-mortar restaurant shortly after, with support from Tommy\u2019s brother,\u00a0Gary. In 2019, the team struck a deal with Wetzel\u2019s Pretzels co-founder and former CEO, Bill Phelps, to begin franchising the Dave\u2019s Hot Chicken concept, with Billboard\u2019s Artist of the Decade,\u00a0Drake, investing in the brand as well. The company has sold the rights to more than 1,000 franchise locations in the U.S., Middle East, and Canada and will open 80-plus locations this year. Harkening back to an Eater LA blog that helped propel early interest in the brand; the company\u2019s mission is to \u201cblow their minds.\u201d<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">Instagram: @daveshotchickengcc<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.daveshotchicken.com\/\">https:\/\/www.daveshotchicken.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">TikTok: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@daveshotchickengcc\">https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@daveshotchickengcc<\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\"><strong>About Lavoya <\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"direction: ltr;\">Established with the purpose of significantly transforming dining experiences, Lavoya introduces new and experiential casual dining concepts to reshape the F&amp;B industry in the region. 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