Asian Chili (Photo courtesy of Chick-in Waffle)

‘Chick-in Waffle’ to open its first Arizona location in Tucson


May 17, 2023
By Matt Sterner

"Waffly Good Chicken"

It’s becoming a trend to see out-of-state restaurants opening their first in-state location in Tucson. I mean, our local culinary scene is one of the best so do you blame them?

The Kansas City, Missouri-based restaurant chain Chick-in Waffle has flown the coop and landed near the corner of Grant and Craycroft Road. It’s located inside the former Burger King at 5524 E. Grant Rd., sharing a nearby lot with Frida’s Cafe and across the street from Amelia’s Mexican Kitchen and The Quesadillas.

(Photo courtesy of Chick-in Waffle)

The restaurant known for its signature bubble waffles loaded with chicken is hosting its Grand Opening beginning at noon on Friday, May 19. They’ll have a live DJ, giveaways, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and plenty of chicken. Also, there’s a soft opening happening from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 17 – Thursday, May 18.

“We are thrilled to bring Chick-In Waffle to Arizona,” said Dennis Alazzeh, founder and CEO of Chick-In Waffle. “We’ve always had a goal of spreading waffly good chicken across the country, and this is a great opportunity to do just that.”

Nashville Hot Chicken & Spicy Chick (Photo courtesy of Chick-in Waffle)

The Tucson location will offer the same menu as the original locations in Kansas City, featuring a variety of dishes that are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The menu includes chicken and waffles, wings, loaded fries, hot chicken sandwiches, and a huge ice cream dessert menu, including the Churro Ice Cream & Waffle.

They have the full menu available online.

Chick-in Waffle is located at 5524 E. Grant Rd. For more information, visit chick-in-waffle.com and follow Chick-in Waffle on Instagram.

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