Bloomingdale is getting another new restaurant — and this one is already under construction.

Dave’s Hot Chicken is coming to 252 S. Gary Avenue in Bloomingdale, bringing the rapidly growing hot chicken chain to the busy Army Trail Road and Gary Avenue area.

The new restaurant is being developed by The Hari Group, a Midwest franchise operator with a growing portfolio of restaurant brands.

And while an opening date hasn't been announced yet, construction activity means this project has officially moved beyond the planning stage.

Where Is Dave’s Hot Chicken Opening?

The new Dave's Hot Chicken is planned for:

252 S. Gary Avenue, Bloomingdale, IL

The property sits along Gary Avenue near its intersection with Army Trail Road, one of Bloomingdale's busiest shopping and dining areas.

Nearby businesses include Starbucks, Popeyes and McAlister's Deli.

The restaurant will also be just south of another major project taking shape in the area: The Grove mixed-use development.

That puts the new Dave's Hot Chicken in the middle of a corridor that's continuing to see new commercial and residential investment.

Construction Is Already Underway

This isn't simply a restaurant that's been announced for some point in the future.

The Bloomingdale location is currently under construction, according to recently reported village development plans.

An official opening date hasn't been released, so there's still some waiting to do before the first chicken sliders start coming out of the kitchen.

But construction is a significant step forward — particularly when compared with restaurant projects that remain in the proposal or approval stage for months.

What Is Dave’s Hot Chicken?

If you've never tried it, Dave's Hot Chicken specializes in Nashville-style hot chicken.

The menu is intentionally straightforward.

Customers can choose from items including:

• Chicken tenders

• Chicken sliders

• Fries and cheese fries

• Mac and cheese

• Kale slaw

• Milkshakes

But the main attraction is the heat.

Customers can select from multiple spice levels, ranging from No Spice all the way up to the famously intense Reaper level.

That simple concept has helped Dave's Hot Chicken expand rapidly across the country.

Who Is Bringing Dave’s Hot Chicken to Bloomingdale?

The Bloomingdale restaurant is being developed by The Hari Group.

The franchise company operates approximately 22 locations throughout the Midwest and works with several recognizable restaurant brands.

Its portfolio includes concepts such as Dunkin', Baskin-Robbins, McAlister's Deli and Currito.

The company is also developing additional Dave's Hot Chicken locations in Illinois.

That experience could help move the Bloomingdale restaurant through construction and toward opening once the site is ready.

Another Addition Near Army Trail Road

The location may be just as interesting as the restaurant itself.

The Army Trail Road and Gary Avenue corridor is already one of the most active commercial areas around Bloomingdale.

It provides quick access to a large concentration of shopping, restaurants and services, while Stratford Crossing and other retail centers are nearby.

Adding another recognizable restaurant brand gives residents one more reason to stop in the area rather than traveling to another suburb.

But there's an even bigger development happening nearby.

The Grove Is Coming Just North of the Restaurant

The new Dave's Hot Chicken will sit just south of The Grove, a mixed-use development planned for the area.

That means the restaurant is arriving as this portion of Bloomingdale continues to evolve.

Mixed-use development can bring additional residents, businesses and daily traffic into an area — exactly the type of environment that restaurants and retailers typically look for when choosing new locations.

While Dave's Hot Chicken isn't part of The Grove itself, its proximity makes the opening another piece of the larger development story happening around Gary Avenue.

Why Bloomingdale?

Bloomingdale already serves as a major shopping destination for residents throughout the western suburbs.

The combination of Army Trail Road, Gary Avenue and nearby retail centers creates significant visibility and traffic for restaurants.

The location could draw customers not only from Bloomingdale but also from nearby communities including Carol Stream, Glendale Heights, Roselle and Hanover Park.

And with new development continuing nearby, the area's customer base could grow further in the years ahead.

When Will Dave’s Hot Chicken Open?

An official opening date has not been announced.

The good news is that the restaurant is already under construction.

That means residents should start seeing the site take shape as work continues.

We'll be watching for an official grand-opening announcement as the project gets closer to completion.

FAQs

Is Dave’s Hot Chicken coming to Bloomingdale?

Yes. A new Dave's Hot Chicken is currently under construction in Bloomingdale.

Where will Dave’s Hot Chicken be located?

The restaurant is being built at 252 S. Gary Avenue in Bloomingdale, near the intersection of Gary Avenue and Army Trail Road.

When will Dave’s Hot Chicken open?

An official opening date hasn't been announced yet.

Is construction underway?

Yes. The Bloomingdale location is currently under construction.

What does Dave’s Hot Chicken serve?

The chain specializes in Nashville-style hot chicken, including tenders and sliders offered at several spice levels. Its menu also includes fries, mac and cheese, kale slaw and milkshakes.

What is being built near the restaurant?

The Dave's Hot Chicken site is located just south of The Grove, a larger mixed-use development planned in Bloomingdale.

Final Thoughts

Bloomingdale's restaurant lineup is about to get a little hotter.

With Dave's Hot Chicken now under construction at 252 S. Gary Avenue, the popular chicken chain is officially on its way to the western suburbs community.

The location is particularly interesting because of everything happening around it.

Between the established shopping and dining corridor surrounding Army Trail Road and the future development planned nearby, this section of Bloomingdale continues to attract new investment.

There's no opening date just yet.

But with construction underway, Dave's Hot Chicken is one western suburbs opening we'll be keeping an eye on.