The Original Hot Chicken Restaurant Opening In Metro Atlanta This Week

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The Original Hot Chicken, launched by Atlanta-based Experiential Brands, is gearing up to bring Nashville-style hot chicken to metro Atlanta’s northwest suburbs. The area already has some of the best hot chicken in the Southeast, so this should be interesting.

The grand opening of The Original Hot Chicken restaurant is taking place on Saturday, January 28, 2023 in Woodstock, Georgia.

The Original Hot Chicken Set To Open In Woodstock

To celebrate the restaurant opening, The Original Hot Chicken will have on hand none other than chewing champ Joey Chestnut, who will take down their delicious mac n’ cheese for five minutes straight.

The restaurant opens at 11 am, and festivities begin at 12 pm, starting with the chicken dance contest. After Chestnut’s eating expo at 1 pm, he will be available for a meet and greet with fans.

The event will also include a live DJ, swag bags for the first 50 guests, a chicken dance contest with a $200 gift card for the winner, a live art installation from artist Roodoodles, and free food samples featuring the restaurant’s chicken doused in various levels of hot sauce.

What’s On The Menu At The Original Hot Chicken?

The Original Hot Chicken is known for its hand-battered premium chicken, which they marinate and roll in cornflake batter. Top menu items at The Original Hot Chicken include:

    • Chicken Waffles
    • Chicken Tenders Basket
    • Hot Chicken W/ Cole Slaw
    • Banana Pudding Milkshake
    • Crinkle-Cut French Fry Combos

“We’re excited to bring our Nashville-style hot chicken to the Woodstock community as our first Georgia location,” states a representative from the Experiential Brands Management Team. “There is no better way to commemorate this restaurant opening than with a ribbon cutting ceremony and an action-packed event. We can’t wait to introduce people to our incredible food.”

Where Is The Original Hot Chicken Located?

The Original Hot Chicken is located at 180 Parkway 575, Woodstock, GA. Here’s a map to help you find it.

Final Word

Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.

Fast-casual is also the dining trend du jour around metro Atlanta restaurants. The concept involves mixing the quick accessibility of fast food with the casual dining experience. Food in Atlanta is also adapting to the various tastes of the migrants that come here to live.

Read more: 20+ Essential Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta

CJ Johnson: CJ Johnson is the Marketing and Content Editor at AtlantaFi, the independent Atlanta-focused publication that covers local news, restaurants, events, neighborhoods, and lifestyle. A longtime Atlantan with a genuine passion for the city’s restaurant scene, he brings first-hand knowledge from years of exploring dining spots across the metro area—from neighborhood favorites on the south side to newer openings in Midtown and beyond.He is the author of a book about Atlanta’s food scene, drawing on that local expertise to spotlight the city’s culinary diversity. Johnson has also developed a deep appreciation for Atlanta’s music and sports communities, which informs his broader coverage of food, restaurants, travel, sports, and Atlanta culture. His writing emphasizes practical, authentic recommendations that help both locals and visitors experience the best of the city.Advertising and partnership inquiries: cj@atlantafi.com Check out his book: https://amzn.to/3RPmbZM

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