Our Story
From a family kitchen to 17 locations — this is how a passion for bold flavors became a movement.
A Family Dream
Nanu's Hot Chicken was born from a simple belief: great food brings people together. Named after the patriarch whose recipes and values inspired it all, Nanu's is more than a restaurant — it's a family legacy.
We took the bold, fiery flavors of Nashville hot chicken and made them our own. Every piece of chicken is hand-breaded, seasoned with our signature spice blend, and cooked fresh to order. We never cut corners — our chicken is 100% halal, all natural, and never frozen.
What started as a single storefront has grown into 17 locations across Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and Delaware. But no matter how much we grow, we stay rooted in the same values: quality ingredients, bold flavors, and treating every customer like family.
At Nanu's, we believe everyone deserves access to incredible food. That's why we keep our prices fair, our portions generous, and our doors open late. Whether you're grabbing a late-night bite at 2am or feeding the whole family, we're here for you.
Meet The Family
Nanu
Founder & Inspiration
The heart and soul behind the brand. Nanu's legacy of bold flavors and family values drives everything we do.
Haroon
Co-Founder
Bringing the vision to life with relentless energy and a commitment to growing the Nanu's family across the region.
Ikram
Co-Founder
Focused on quality and operations, ensuring every location delivers the same bold, craveable experience.
Imran
Co-Founder
The strategic mind behind expansion, building partnerships and bringing Nanu's to new communities.
Our Growth
First locations open in West Chester and Philadelphia
The dream becomes reality
Rapid growth to multiple Philadelphia locations
Cottman Ave, Drexel, Temple
Expansion across PA and into NJ, NY, DE
10+ locations and counting
Continued growth with York, Prospect Park, Spring Garden
Reaching new communities
17 locations strong and growing
The family keeps expanding
Giving Back
We believe in lifting up the communities that support us. From sponsoring local events to feeding those in need, Nanu's is committed to making a difference beyond great food.
Our doors are open to everyone, and we're proud to be a gathering place for families, students, and communities across four states.