DelMorgan & Co., a leading global investment bank headquartered in Santa Monica, California, served as exclusive financial advisor to Angry Chickz in connection with its debt financing from Saratoga Partners, a highly regarded institutional lender. This transaction highlights DelMorgan’s deep expertise in structuring and executing debt capital solutions for high-growth middle-market companies and further reinforces its position as a top advisor to emerging and established brands in the consumer and quick-service restaurant (QSR) sectors.
Angry Chickz: Restaurant Chain Gaining Traction in California
Founded in Los Angeles in 2018, Angry Chickz has rapidly emerged as one of the fastest-growing Nashville hot chicken QSR concepts in the United States. Known for its bold flavor profile, streamlined operations and loyal customer following, Angry Chickz has expanded its footprint across multiple high-growth markets. With demand for spicy chicken concepts continuing to accelerate nationwide, Angry Chickz is well-positioned to capitalize on shifting consumer preferences toward high-quality, high-flavor, fast-casual dining. The company combines innovative menu development with operational efficiency to deliver a scalable growth model and a differentiated customer experience.
The new financing from Saratoga Partners is expected to support Angry Chickz’s continued unit expansion, operational scaling and brand development as it grows into a leading player in the QSR landscape.
DelMorgan’s Role
DelMorgan & Co. is proud to have served as the exclusive financial advisor to Angry Chickz in connection with this successful debt capital raise. DelMorgan led a targeted capital raising process focused on institutional lenders with deep experience in the QSR sector. As part of the engagement, DelMorgan conducted an in-depth financial analysis to evaluate the company’s growth trajectory and help ascertain the optimal level and structure of debt to support its expansion plans. DelMorgan assisted Angry Chickz in articulating the strategic use of proceeds, modeled the impact of leverage on profitability and unit economics, and advised on key credit metrics.
Throughout the process, DelMorgan drove negotiations with Saratoga Partners to secure favorable terms that align with Angry Chickz’s long-term growth strategy. DelMorgan issued the following statement in response to the transaction: “We are excited to have supported Angry Chickz in securing this partnership with Saratoga Partners. This transaction reflects the strength of the Angry Chickz brand and the continued capital markets appetite for high-quality, high-growth companies with proven scalability.”
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