Cluck-U Chicken facts for kids
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| Industry | Restaurants |
| Genre | Fast food |
| Founded | 1985 |
| Founder | Robert Ilvento |
| Headquarters | College Park, Maryland, United States |
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Number of locations
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19 |
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Area served
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United States |
| Products | Chicken, hot wings, french fries, hot sandwiches |
Cluck-U Chicken, also known as Cluck University, is a popular American fast-food restaurant chain. It's famous for its chicken dishes, especially its spicy chicken wings. Most Cluck-U Chicken restaurants are found in the U.S. states of Maryland and New Jersey. You can also find locations in Pennsylvania and Ohio. There's even one international restaurant in Lebanon, Kuwait, and the UAE!
While many Cluck-U Chicken spots are owned by different people (these are called franchises), the company also runs some of its own stores. These company-owned stores are called Cluckster's and have a slightly smaller menu.
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The Story of Cluck-U Chicken
How Cluck-U Chicken Started
Cluck-U Chicken was created by a person named Robert Ilvento in 1985. The very first Cluck-U Chicken restaurant opened its doors in New Brunswick, New Jersey. This first location was right near Rutgers University. Robert Ilvento later sold the business in 1999.
Growing the Business
In the year 2000, a person named JP Haddad got the rights to help Cluck-U Chicken grow across the country. At the same time, Robert Ilvento continued to help promote the restaurant chain.
Delicious Food at Cluck-U Chicken
What Kind of Food Can You Get?
Cluck-U Chicken, sometimes called "Cluck," is well-known for its tasty chicken wings. They call these "wingers." You can choose from many different sauces for your wings. Some sauces are classic, like Honey-Hickory. Others are super spicy!
Exploring the Spicy Sauces
If you like spicy food, Cluck-U Chicken has a challenge for you! Their spicy sauces go from Mild, to Atomic, Nuclear, Thermo-Nuclear, 911, and even Nuclear Fusion. These names tell you just how hot they are! At some restaurants, if you want to try the super spicy "911" sauce, you might be asked to sign a special paper. This is just a fun way to show you're ready for the heat!
Other Menu Items
Besides wings, Cluck-U Chicken offers many other yummy foods. You can find chicken sandwiches, fresh salads, and different appetizers. They also serve chicken fingers, crispy fries, rice bowls, and even fish sandwiches. There's something for everyone to enjoy!
See also
- List of fast-food chicken restaurants
