Dave’s Hot Chicken expands in Riyadh with first drive-thru

The second location of Dave’s Hot Chicken opened on Othman bin Affan Street. (Supplied)
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Updated 07 August 2024
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Dave’s Hot Chicken expands in Riyadh with first drive-thru

Dave’s Hot Chicken, the LA famous street food sensation known for its Nashville-style hot chicken, has expanded its presence in Riyadh with the launch of its second location on Othman bin Affan Street. 

This marks a significant milestone as the new branch, which celebrated its grand opening yesterday is the first drive-thru branch for Dave’s Hot Chicken in the region. The opening follows the major success of the initial location in Tahliah St. (Al Olaya), which quickly became a popular destination for food enthusiasts, garnering rave reviews and a loyal customer base.

Dave’s Hot Chicken’s new branch aims to bring its signature flavors and unique dining experience to a wider segment of the local community. The fast-casual dining restaurant will offer a variety of menu items, including bites, loaded shakes, and Dave’s slushers. 

Fans can also experience the seven distinct spice levels that have made Dave’s Hot Chicken a favorite among spice enthusiasts.

Walid Hajj, CEO of Lavoya Group, said: “The opening of Dave’s Hot Chicken’s new branch, which is the first drive-thru branch in the region, is a major step in our strategic plan to expand our footprint in the Kingdom. We look forward to bringing our renowned chicken to even more fans and enhancing the vibrant culinary landscape of the GCC.

The launch is a prominent step in enhancing the Saudi restaurant experience. It also aligns with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, which emphasizes economic diversification and improved quality of life. By introducing a drive-thru service, Dave’s Hot Chicken enhances convenience for consumers, catering to the growing demand for fast-casual dining that offers quality food on the go.

The new branch features a vibrant design, featuring eye-catching graffiti that creates a unique and lively atmosphere. The spacious store includes both indoor and outdoor seating options, with tables that accommodate groups of all sizes. Additionally, the inviting interior is designed to enhance the dining experience, making it a perfect spot for casual meals and gatherings.

Building on this success, Dave’s Hot Chicken is set to open its second drive-thru branch on Anas Bin Malik Street in Riyadh later this year.


SUDO Consultants Signs Strategic Collaboration Agreement with AWS to Accelerate Cloud, AI, and Digital Transformation in Saudi Arabia

Updated 19 January 2026
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SUDO Consultants Signs Strategic Collaboration Agreement with AWS to Accelerate Cloud, AI, and Digital Transformation in Saudi Arabia

SUDO, an AWS Premier Tier Services Partner with competencies in DevOps, migration, modernization, and AI/ML solutions, has signed a strategic collaboration agreement with Amazon Web Services, Inc.. The partnership is aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 goals in technology innovation, economic diversification, and large-scale digital capability building.

As part of the SCA, SUDO will work with AWS to help customers accelerate their cloud adoption journeys, modernize legacy systems, and build secure, scalable digital platforms powered by AWS’s regional infrastructure. SUDO will support public and private sector entities to adopt cloud and AI faster, reduce technical debt, and strengthen their digital foundations in line with the Kingdom’s transformation priorities.

“Deepening our collaboration with AWS allows us to significantly expand the strategic support we provide to public and private sector entities across Saudi Arabia,” said Hameedullah Khan, CEO of SUDO. “Together, we will help organizations adopt cloud, scale AI-driven innovation, transform core processes securely, and accelerate their digital ambitions.”

“We’re excited to see SUDO deepen its collaboration with AWS as a regional launch partner in the Kingdom,” said Asif Ali, director of information technology, Ahmed A. Abed Trading Company.

This collaboration underscores the value of SUDO and AWS to provide flexibility and unlock greater business value for customers across industries. 

About SUDO

SUDO, an AWS Premier Partner, helps organizations across the Middle East migrate, modernize and innovate on the cloud. The company specializes in cloud transformation, DevOps and AI solutions built on AWS, supporting enterprises and government entities through end‑to‑end cloud adoption — from strategy and implementation to ongoing managed services. With strong regional expertise and a highly certified engineering team, SUDO works to accelerate growth, reduce complexity and enable customers to maximize the value of AWS technologies.