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Nashville hot chicken chain closes 3 locations in Dallas-Fort Worth

This sandwich is still available in one location.

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A local restaurant concept known for its combination of Nashville hot chicken and boozy slushies has shuttered: Hot Chicks Chicken has closed, after three years of operations in Dallas-Fort Worth.

Their final date was March 10. They shared news of the closure on Instagram, saying, “After 3+ years, a pandemic, record inflation and blood/sweat/tears, we have made the decision to close our doors."

The concept had three locations, in Dallas, Plano, and Fort Worth. All three are now closed.

Hot Chicks was a fast-casual restaurant from One Entertainment (Landmark Bar & Kitchen, Texas Republic, The Yard, Playground in Fort Worth; Theory Nightclub, Cutie Pies Pizza, Playground Bar in Uptown Dallas) that did scratch-made, Halal, dairy-free, peanut-free hot chicken, with heat levels varying from none to “Hot AF.”

The concept began as a pop-up in Fort Worth before opening its first permanent location in Plano in late 2020, followed by two more locations in 2021, in Dallas and in Fort Worth's Willow Park.

They arrived right on the cusp of the Nashville hot chicken trend - one that has since seen entries such as Hattie B's, Birdcall, Budlong, Rise Southern Biscuits & Chicken, Crimson Coward, The Cookshack, Sammy's Famous Chicken, Hangry Joe's, Palmer's, plus Lucky's which has already come and gone, with Guy Fieri's Chicken Guy! and possibly many more still to come.

That's a lot of hot chicken.

Meanwhile, those who still crave Hot Chicks are not being left out in the cold, says One Entertainment Principal Sam Sameni.

"We are still serving the Hot Chicks sandwich and tenders at our new Landmark location in Fort Worth," Sameni says. "Nashville hot chicken is a delicious food item but I don't think it can sustain an entire concept, unfortunately."

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Henderson Avenue News

Dallas bar High Fives will close on Henderson Avenue after 10 years

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After more than 10 unforgettable years as a neighborhood staple and the undisputed Dallas home for Texas Tech Red Raiders fans, High Fives announces it will be permanently closing its doors.

"To all our neighbors, the Red Raider faithful, and everyone who has made High Fives their home—we are saying goodbye by raising our hands high for one last High Five," says owner, Phil Schanbaum. "This establishment was built on community, spirited rivalry, and countless memories. We are deeply thankful to every single patron and, especially, to all of our incredible staff who were the heart and soul of this place."

The Final Schedule: Playing to Win
High Fives will maintain the following operating hours for December
· Thursdays & Fridays: 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM
· Saturdays: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM

The final chapter for High Fives will be written alongside the almighty Texas Tech Red Raiders. The bar's ultimate closure is tied directly to the team's success:
· Next Game Day Begins: 11:00 AM on January 1. Doors Open at 10am.
· The Contingency: If the Red Raiders advance past the game on January 1, High Fives will only remain open for subsequent Texas Tech game days until the team's run ends.
· Goal: The hope is to see the Red Raiders through to the national championship.

Looking Forward on Henderson
High Fives’ closure paves the way for the ongoing evolution of Henderson Avenue. The management is supportive of the future for the district.

"To Henderson Avenue, we look forward to further expansion and to making this street even better. We are excited for the neighborhood's renaissance, which will bring new experiences, retail, and dining concepts to the area."

The closure is part of a larger plan to transform the quarter-mile stretch into a vibrant, walkable destination featuring chef-driven restaurants, retail, and office space.