Another chicken restaurant is expanding its reach as North Carolina-based Bojangles is set to open several new locations by the end of the year. The chain, known for its fried chicken, biscuits, and tea is expected to open 18 restaurants in eight different states, according to USA Today.

According to the company website, the chain currently operates more than 800 locations spread across 17 states. The upcoming expansion is part of a larger effort to increase the company’s footprint. The company aims to have more than 1,000 in the next few years.

Of the soon-to-open restaurants, six will be in new markets for the brand. The 18 restaurants will be located in:

Daytona, Florida

Kissimmee, Florida

Lutz, Florida

Melbourne, Florida

Pinellas Park, Florida

Wyoming, Michigan

Henderson, Nev

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