Buy a Haven Hot Chicken Franchise

Haven Hot Chicken is a fast-casual hot chicken franchise founded in 2020 in New Haven, CT, by restaurateurs Rob LaTronica, Craig Sklar, Jason Sobocinski, and Etkin Tekin. Born from sold-out pop-ups, it now operates nine Connecticut locations, serving crispy, crunchy, juicy, spicy, delicious (CCJSD) Nashville-style chicken—100% Halal-certified—plus vegetarian “Not Chicken,” THE Sandwich (Food Network’s “Best Bite in Town” Grand Champion), house sauces, and sides. With 25 franchise commitments signed for expansion into states like Massachusetts, North Carolina, New Jersey, and Virginia, Haven emphasizes bold flavors, hospitality as a verb, and community focus in the booming QSR segment. Initial investment ranges from $350,000-$850,000 with a $18,500 franchise fee, appealing to experienced operators seeking scalable growth in a fan-favorite concept.

Latest Resales

  • There are currently no Haven Hot Chicken resales available

Why buy a Haven Hot Chicken Franchise?

Haven offers explosive momentum in a high-growth segment, proven support, and a differentiated menu driving loyalty. Backed by accolades and 25 signed deals, it’s ideal for scaling in recession-resistant QSR.

Haven Hot Chicken Franchise Costs & Information

  • Minimum Qualifications

    • Initial Franchise Fee

      $18,500 to $40,000

    • Initial Investment

      $407,010 – $867,880

  • Royalty

    • Royalty Fee

      Varies

  • Training & Support

    • Operational support

    • Site selection

    • Operations guidance

    • Brand systems inferred

Haven Hot Chicken – Additional  Information

  1. Franchisee Support

    Haven provides robust, culture-driven support including in-house training programs that equip teams to deliver joyful, purpose-driven service. Franchisees get operational tools, a guest-focused mission, and resources for community engagement. Hands-on guidance suits multi-unit operators, with no prior hot chicken experience needed beyond QSR expertise.

  2. Accolades & Awards

    Haven ranks #160 on the 2024 Inc. 5000 (No. 7 Food & Beverage, No. 1 Connecticut), QSR's 40/40 Hottest Startups, 2023 Fast Casual Perfect Pitch winner (Audience & Judges' Choice), "8 Best Hot Chicken Chains" by Eat This Not That, and Food Network acclaim. Average Yelp rating: 4.6-4.7.

  3. Industry / Market

    Chicken QSR hit $61.1B, growing 7.2% annually; fried chicken visits rose 4.3% YoY, outpacing QSR. Hot chicken demand surges with bold flavors.

  4. Ideal Owner

    Experienced multi-unit QSR/fast-casual operators (4+ locations) with strong metrics, no fried chicken ownership, and alignment with Haven Values like hospitality and excellence.

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