Big Chicken, a fast-food chain founded by Shaquille O’Neal, is set to open its second California location in Valencia.

The company announced Tuesday that restaurateur Andy Gitipityapon and chiropractor Pat Khaziran are set to operate a franchise slated to open in Valencia in the first half of 2022.

“Dr. Pat and I both instantly fell in love with Big Chicken when we tried it for the first time,” said Gitipityapon. “The food is fresh and bursting with flavor and the team supporting the brand is incredibly strong. So, once we learned more about the franchise opportunity, we were sold.”

Khaziran owns and operates Sports Rehab Los Angeles, a sports injury recovery and prevention center, according to Big Chicken representatives.

The chiropractor has treated hundreds of professional athletes, including “future Hall of Famers,” according to representatives.

“Andy and Dr. Pat are amazing operators that will channel the Big Chicken vibe beautifully throughout L.A. County. It’s exciting to have them aboard and building upon what we’ve started with our location in nearby Glendale,” said Josh Halpern, CEO of Big Chicken. “Big Chicken is quickly expanding in key metropolitan markets across the United States and we have no doubt in Andy and Dr. Pat’s abilities will amplify the brand’s presence in the Los Angeles market.”

A Big Chicken franchise location is already in operation in Glendale, a few miles south of Santa Clarita.

Other Big Chicken restaurants are located in Las Vegas, on the Carnival Cruise ship Mardi Gras, in Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena and at New York’s UBS Arena.

Gitipityapon and Khaziran plan to open other locations in Southern California.

As of Tuesday, the exact location of the restaurant has not been released.

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