Tampa Bay is swimming in fried chicken. You can get it Nashville hot, in a cone or on a sammy, and soon enough, you can grab it at Tampa Pizza Co.
The restaurant’s South Tampa location—at 4110 E. Henderson Blvd.—is launching Chicky Chicky Bang Bang, a fried chicken-focused concept serving tenders, chicken sandos, as well as mac n’ cheese.
In an interview with TBBJ, Tampa Pizza Co. co-founder Dave Burton, who is also known for Flock ‘n’ Stock and Gen X Tavern, told the publication that Chicky Chicky Bang Bang will be up and running in two weeks.
This coronavirus pivot allows Burton to monetize the extra space due to limited dining capacity and while his concepts have made the transition to carry out and delivery well. Burton was still looking for a way to monetize his extra space and add new offerings for customers to snag takeout, delivery or while dining in.
Another local joint that chose to reinvent and maximize during the pandemic was the Red Mesa Restaurant Group-launching Quatro within its Cantina location, offering solely delivery service.
While you won’t be able to get a taste of Chicky Chicky Bang Bang for another couple weeks, you can get your fried chicken fix at Flock ‘n’ Stock at Sparkman Wharf, or work your way through the 22 chicken sandwiches in Tampa Bay everyone should try at least once.
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This article appears in Aug 20-26, 2020.
