Fast-casual restaurant franchise Wing Zone Hot Chicken & Wings is set to open in Reno in the US state of Nevada on 19 August 2025 – the franchise’s first opening in the city.

The new venue will be located at 705 N Virginia St, Suite 120.

At the launch, the chain will provide complimentary samples, and patrons will receive six wings with a purchase costing $20, and free fries with any order costing $10.

Brothers Raj and Namit Rai are the owners of the new Wing Zone location. Raj, who opened the inaugural restaurant in 2018, now oversees 44 and plans to grow the count to 100 units.

Raj commented: “Reno has been missing a great spot for flavourful, made-to-order chicken wings, and we’re excited to fill that gap.

“For our family, every restaurant is more than a business. It’s a welcoming place for the community, a reflection of divine blessings, and a humble way to give back to those who support us.”

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Wing Zone’s menu caters to a variety of taste preferences, offering entrées at four heat levels.

The restaurant specialises in hand-breaded boneless wings, which are marinated for at least 12 hours before being cooked to order.

Flavours include Lemon Pepper Tajin, Nashville Hot, Garlic Parm and Salt and Vinegar.

In addition, Wing Zone has a selection of sauce flavours such as Honey BBQ, Buffalo, Korean BBQ, Zone Sauce, Thai Chili and Louisiana Lemon Pepper.

Wing Zone, established in 1993, currently operates over 35 locations in North America and 60 restaurants globally.

The chain is aiming to reach a milestone of 200 profitable restaurants by this year.

Last year, Wing Zone expanded its presence in the country with its first location in the state of Indiana.