Houston TX Hot Chicken is accelerating its international expansion with plans to open its second restaurant in London, reinforcing the brand's growing presence in the United Kingdom. The new location will debut at the Brunswick Centre in Bloomsbury during the winter of 2026, placing the Nashville-style hot chicken concept in one of central London's busiest commercial districts. The opening builds on the success of the company's first UK restaurant and signals increasing confidence in the British market.
The London opening is only part of a broader expansion strategy. Another restaurant is scheduled to launch in Stevenage in the fall of 2026, while discussions for a third UK location are already underway. These additions support the company's master franchise agreement with PizzaExpress, which outlines an ambitious goal of developing up to 50 Houston TX Hot Chicken restaurants across the United Kingdom over the next three years. The strategy reflects growing consumer demand for American fast-casual brands and positions the company for sustained international growth.
Since its founding five years ago, Houston TX Hot Chicken has grown rapidly from a regional concept into a franchise operating across nine U.S. states with more than 100 franchised locations. The brand has earned recognition on the Inc. 5000 list for its expansion while building a loyal customer following through its signature Nashville-style chicken, customizable heat levels, and streamlined operating model. Those strengths have helped make the concept attractive to international franchise partners seeking scalable restaurant brands.
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