Welcome to Hangry Joe’s, the rapidly-growing Nashville-style chicken franchise with presence from the East to the West Coast as well as Dubai and Korea. Featuring the signature Nashville-style chicken sandwich, our premise is simple: to offer our customers the best chicken sandwich in town and an unforgettable experience to enjoy with friends and family.

Our Mission

An Experience Beyond Food

After launching successful brands such as Sweet Frog Frozen Yogurt, Derek Cha and Mike Kim went on a mission to create the best chicken sandwich in town.

They visited countless Nashville-style chicken restaurants in LA, Nashville, and San Francisco, spent months brainstorming, refining and testing until they finally developed a secret recipe for the most juicy and crispy sandwich—one that would quickly become a favorite among locals.

Yes, the freshest, highest-quality ingredients, Halal-certified chicken, and menu options ranging from hot chicken sandwiches and chicken waffles to chicken wings and nuggets certainly helped Hangry Joe’s success, but the true secret lies in an experience goes well beyond food:

In addition to the great customer service and welcoming ambience, you can choose from five different heat levels starting at Plain all the way up to Angry Hot— the perfect recipe for a great time with friends or family as you challenge yourself and others, making each moment truly unique and memorable.

Our Vision

From Virginia to the World

Hangry Joe’s started in Virginia, but our ambitions go beyond borders. We are currently expanding, opening new locations across the United States and the world with a vision to take Hangry Joe’s signature experience and chicken sandwich to new countries —so that you can always enjoy the best chicken sandwich in town, anywhere you go.

Q & A

What is Nashville’s Hot Chicken?

Nashville hot chicken is a type of local specialty fried chicken from Nashville, Tennessee. The dish is said to have originated in Nashville, though many restaurants in the nation now serves its special version of the dish. As its name suggests, Nashville hot chicken is fried chicken with a major kick. The chicken is first marinated in a spicy cayenne pepper-based sauce, then fried until crisp. The resulting dish is a spicy and juicy, with a flavor that is unique to Nashville. Hangry Joe’s most popular menu is a chicken sandwich. The Chicken Sandwich is a classic dish that can be enjoyed by everyone. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy meal or something a little more filling, the chicken sandwich is a great option. Packed with protein and spicy flavor, this sandwich is perfect for any time of day.

Is it similar to Korean fried chicken?

Korean-style Fried Chicken is a popular dish featuring fried and marinated chicken. It can be served as a meal, appetizer, snack, or post-dinner snack. The chicken is fried to form a thin, crispy outer layer, which is then coated with a seasoning blend for extra flavor. The unique preparation of this dish gives it a distinct crunchy texture. After frying, the sauce is usually hand-painted with a brush to evenly coat the chicken with a thin layer. Pickled radish and beer or soda are often served with Korean fried chicken.

I don’t know what to choose. What are the top menus?

Our top three menus are Chicken Sando, Rub Wings, and Korean Nuggets