Roark’s investment follows a boom for chicken-focused restaurants and a rising tolerance for spice among younger consumers.

Dave’s Hot Chicken said Monday it has been acquired by the private equity firm Roark Capital in a deal valued at $1 billion.

Dave’s Hot Chicken will open its second location ... Henrietta location includes Rochester’s Flower City logo. The Irondequoit restaurant has a mural featuring the lakeside town's name and ...