chicken spots

Buffalo Wild Wings
Jul 2, 2026

Buffalo Wild Wings bringing 20th NJ restaurant to Piscataway

Buffalo Wild Wings will open its 20th full-service New Jersey restaurant in Piscataway July 6, creating about 80 new jobs at Centennial Square.

Church's Texas Chicken
Jun 18, 2026

Church’s Texas Chicken celebrates New Jersey return

Church’s Texas Chicken returns to New Jersey with a Camden grand-opening celebration, community events and plans for additional expansion.

Founded 30 years ago, Wingstop specializes in chicken wings, tenders and sandwiches.
Jun 8, 2026

Wingstop coming to Rutgers Plaza in Franklin Township

Wingstop signed a lease at Rutgers Plaza in Franklin Township and expects to open this summer, adding to its 50-plus New Jersey locations.

Atomic Wings
Jun 3, 2026

Atomic Wings plans 6 New Jersey locations

The chain is looking to touch down in the Garden State with six planned locations, including the first restaurants coming to Jersey City and Hoboken.

Founded in 1946, family-owned Chick-fil-A is known for its chicken sandwiches, waffle fries and breakfast items.
May 29, 2026

Chick-fil-A opens new Bridgewater drive-thru June 4

The new construction replaces a shuttered Ruby Tuesday restaurant, bringing 100 jobs and grand-opening giveaways.

Founded in 2018, Daddy’s Chicken Shack’s Southern-inspired menu includes fried and grilled chicken, as well as sandwiches, sliders, popcorn chicken, burritos, salads and loaded fries.
May 15, 2026

EXCLUSIVE: Esperto acquires Daddy’s Chicken Shack brand

Esperto Hospitality Group acquired Daddy’s Chicken Shack as the fast-casual chain aims to expand in New Jersey.

Founded 30 years ago, Wingstop specializes in chicken wings, tenders and sandwiches.
Mar 20, 2026

Wingstop signs lease for new Secaucus restaurant

Wingstop signs a lease at The Plaza Center in Secaucus, expanding its New Jersey footprint with a new chicken wing restaurant set to open in spring 2026.

Broadway Hot & Honey Chicken
Mar 18, 2026

Broadway Hot & Honey Chicken to open Lawrenceville location

The New Jersey-born concept will launch its new Lawrenceville restaurant at Mercer on One, marking its sixth New Jersey eatery.

Founded in 2018, Daddy’s Chicken Shack’s Southern-inspired menu includes fried and grilled chicken, as well as sandwiches, sliders, popcorn chicken, burritos, salads and loaded fries.
Mar 12, 2026

Daddy’s Chicken Shack to make NJ debut in Tinton Falls

Daddy’s Chicken Shack will open its first Garden State location in Monmouth County. The Colorado-based brand is partnering with Esperto Hospitality Group to develop 13 locations in the state.

Slim Chickens
Feb 23, 2026

Slim Chickens plans 17 NJ locations by 2027 (photos)

The fast casual expects to open its first local spot in 2027 as part of a broader U.S. and international franchising push.

Louisiana-based Raising Cane's is known for its chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, Texas toast, coleslaw and signature “Cane’s Sauce.”
Jan 9, 2026

Raising Cane’s nears opening of 1st North Jersey site (updated)

The fast-casual chicken finger chain will soon welcome diners at its new Fairfield location, expanding statewide after rapid growth across South Jersey.

Raising Cane's in Edison
Nov 26, 2025

Raising Cane’s expands beyond South Jersey with 5 new locations

The fast-casual chicken finger chain will open its first restaurant in the central part of the state in December, with more eateries planned throughout the state.