Nanu's Hot Chicken Now Open in Bensalem

Nanu's Hot Chicken is now open at 1947 Street Road in Bensalem. Owners Muhammad Faisal and Ikram Rashid, who also own locations at Drexel and Chestnut Street, are thrilled to bring their famous halal Nashville hot chicken to the first-ever Bucks County location.

Nanu's Hot Chicken is now open in Bensalem, PA.Photo byNanu's Hot Chicken

Nanu's Hot Chicken is crafted with love and care, offering a tantalizingly rich taste that promises to delight the palate with every bite. The menu features halal Nashville-style hot chicken tenders, sandwiches, loaded fries, sides, desserts, smoothies, and catering options. Guests are invited to test their taste buds with homemade spice-coated chicken tenders ranging from no spice to reaper, in regular or hot honey.

"We are bringing the heat to Bensalem," said Faisal. "I live in Bucks County near this location and love my local community. I know this area, I know our neighbors, and I know my food - I am excited to bring this all together. This is a win-win as it lets me bring my own community the food that I love. This is living the dream and I am so thankful for this opportunity."

Nanu’s was created by four brothers who dreamed of making real change happen in the world and who were passionate about helping those in need, including Nanu, who was born with Down Syndrome. Imran, Ikram, Haroon, and Nanu Rashid founded Nanu's in 2023 and opened their first location at 2210 Cottman Avenue in July of that year.

The brothers started the first location, then expanded the business and began searching for partners. Muhammad Faisal was the first to join their team. Faisal now owns three locations - starting with 3301 Market Street aka Drexel University in Philadelphia, which opened in December 2023. He went on to open 4407 Chestnut Street in April 2024.

He has plans to open a fourth location in the near future. Including Faisal's restaurants, Nanu's has quickly grown to include eight locations throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York, with a ninth on the way! Faisal has teamed up with Ikram Rashid for the Bensalem location.

The Bensalem location has take-out, delivery, and dine-in. The dining room has seating for up to 20 people at colorful tables and chairs to complement the giant 270-degree art murals; the finished product is an Instagram-worthy backdrop with nods to Philadelphia, which include shout-outs to the Phillies, Eagles, and 76ers, LOVE Statue, Liberty Bell, iconic Philly smiley face, and more. Overhead, look for a solar system-inspired ceiling because the food is out of this world!

Store hours will be Monday through Sunday, seven days a week, from 10:00 am to 3:00 am.

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