Our Story

About Hangry Joe's
Hot Chicken

Born from a love of bold, fiery flavors, hangry joes started as a small kitchen dream and grew into High Point's most-loved hot chicken destination. Here's our story.

Inside Hangry Joe's hot chicken restaurant in High Point NC

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Our Beginning

How Hangry Joe's Came to Life

Hangry Joe's was born in a backyard in High Point, NC in 2018. Founder Joe Martinez had one obsession: creating the most perfectly seasoned, fiery hot chicken that would leave you craving more with every single bite.

What started as weekend cookouts for friends and family quickly turned into something bigger. Word spread fast — people drove across town, then across the county, just to taste Joe's legendary Nashville-style hot chicken. The demand was undeniable.

In 2019, Hangry Joe's officially opened its doors at 1915 N Main St in High Point. Today, hangry joe's hot chicken is a household name in the Piedmont Triad region, serving thousands of loyal fans every week with the same passion and spice that started it all.

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6+ Years Serving

50K+ Happy Customers

30+ Menu Items

4.9★ Avg. Rating

Why We Exist

Our Mission & Vision

Every decision we make, every recipe we craft, comes back to one core belief — food should make you feel something. Bold, real, and made with heart.

Bold Flavors First

We never compromise on taste. Every recipe is developed to deliver maximum flavor with the perfect level of heat — from mild to mind-blowing.

Fresh Ingredients

We source fresh, quality ingredients daily. No freezer shortcuts — just honest food prepared with care and cooked to order for every single customer.

Community Roots

High Point is home, and we treat every customer like family. We're proud to be a local business built on relationships, loyalty, and genuine hospitality.

Consistent Excellence

Whether it's your first visit or your fiftieth, you deserve the same great experience. We hold every plate to the same high standard, every single time.

Our Journey

The Hangry Joe's History

From a backyard grill to a beloved High Point institution — every year brought new milestones, new heat levels, and new reasons to keep coming back.

2018

The Backyard Beginnings

Joe Martinez begins perfecting his Nashville-style hot chicken recipe at home in High Point, NC. Weekend cookouts become neighborhood legends as word spreads about the extraordinary flavor.

2019

Hangry Joe's Opens Its Doors

Hangry Joe's officially launches at 1915 N Main St, High Point. The opening day line stretched around the block. Within weeks, the restaurant becomes the talk of the Piedmont Triad.

2020

Pivoting & Growing Stronger

Amid challenges, Hangry Joe's launches curbside pickup and local delivery, keeping the community fed. Loyal customers carry the brand through tough times. Online orders triple in six months.

2021

Award-Winning Flavors

Hangry Joe's hot chicken wins "Best Fried Chicken in High Point" and is featured in regional food publications. The Nashville Honey Drip sauce becomes a cult classic, available in take-home bottles.

2022

Catering & Delivery Expansion

Hangry Joe's expands its catering program, bringing bold flavors to weddings, corporate events, and private parties. Delivery coverage extends to all of High Point and surrounding communities.

2024+

What's Next for Hangry Joe's

With 50,000+ served and growing, Hangry Joe's looks ahead to new menu innovations, community partnerships, and bringing hangry joe's hot chicken to even more hungry fans across North Carolina.

The People Behind the Fire

Meet the Hangry Joe's Team

Our team is our secret ingredient. Passionate, dedicated, and genuinely obsessed with making every plate perfect — these are the people who make hangry joes what it is.

Joe Martinez

Founder & Head Chef

The man behind the fire. Joe's obsession with Nashville-style heat and bold spice profiles turned a backyard hobby into High Point's favorite hot chicken restaurant.

Maria Chen

Operations Manager

Maria keeps everything running like a well-oiled machine. From supply chain to customer experience, she ensures every visit to Hangry Joe's is seamless and satisfying.

Derek Thompson

Pitmaster & Kitchen Lead

With 12 years in professional kitchens, Derek brings technical mastery to every batch of Hangry Joe's hot chicken. He's the reason the crunch is always perfect.

Alicia Reyes

Guest Experience Lead

Alicia's warmth is the first thing guests feel when they walk through our door. She leads our front-of-house team with contagious energy and a genuine love for people.

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What We Stand For

The Hangry Joe's Core Values

At Hangry Joe's, our values aren't written on a wall — they're cooked into every dish, felt in every interaction, and lived by every single team member from the kitchen to the counter.

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Passion in Every Plate

We cook like it matters — because it does. Every order gets the same love and attention whether it's your first or your five-hundredth from us.

Honest Hospitality

We treat every guest like a neighbor. No scripts, no upsells — just real warmth, genuine care, and a smile that means it.

Quality Without Compromise

Fresh chicken, house-made spice blends, and ingredients we'd be proud to name. We never trade quality for speed or savings.

Community First

High Point isn't just where we operate — it's who we are. We give back, show up, and support our local community in every way we can.

Always Innovating

We keep our classics sacred but love to experiment. New sauces, seasonal specials, and bold ideas keep Hangry Joe's exciting, visit after visit.

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