Joella's Hot Chicken hoped to add at least 10 new units in 2020, but it took a step back from that expansion during the coronavirus pandemic. But the chicken chain continues to find ways to position itself for post-pandemic growth. Recently added family packs are selling by at least 1,000 a week at some stores and will likely stay on the menu.

LocationLouisville, Ky.
2019 Systemwide Sales ($000,000)$29*
YOY Sales Change35.5%
2019 U.S. Units17
YOY Unit Change30.8%
2019 Average Unit Volume ($000)$1,930*
Future 50 Year2020
FranchisingNo

*Technomic estimate

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