Our Story
FROM FOOD TRUCK
TO PHENOMENON
Founded in Houston, TX in 2021. 100% Halal. Nashville hot chicken for everyone.
Founder & CEO
MEET
AHMAD KILANE
Ahmad Kilane immigrated from Irbid, Jordan to Houston in 2015 to pursue a Master's degree. While studying full-time, he worked at Abu Omar Halal Houston's first halal food truck and eventually invested in and co-owned six locations.
In February 2021, Ahmad launched Clutch City Cluckers with a simple but powerful mission: bring authentic Nashville hot chicken to everyone, prepared 100% halal with the freshest ingredients. The brand name honors Houston's "Clutch City" nickname from the Rockets' legendary 1994–95 NBA championship run.
The logo a chicken on a rocket pays homage to Space City and Ahmad's vision for the brand to "skyrocket." From one food truck to 12+ locations across Texas, Louisiana, Florida, and Amman, Jordan, that vision is coming true.
What We Stand For
OUR MISSION
Fresh Ingredients
Never frozen. Every piece of chicken is hand-breaded fresh daily. The freshest ingredients, every single time.
100% Halal
Every piece of meat is halal-certified, from our sourcing to preparation. Never a compromise.
Community First
We care deeply about the communities we serve. Giving back, creating jobs, and supporting local causes.
Our Journey
THE TIMELINE
First Food Truck
Clutch City Cluckers launches in Houston with a single truck. The recipe is perfected. The brand is born.
First Brick-and-Mortar
The first permanent restaurant opens, bringing the brand from street food to a full-time dining destination.
Texas Expansion
The brand scales across Houston, Katy, Spring, Humble, Pasadena, and earns widespread media recognition.
Multi-State Growth
Expansion into Louisiana (Baton Rouge) and Florida (Tampa), plus recognition from major national food outlets.
12+ Locations & Growing
Now serving across TX, LA, FL, and Amman, Jordan. The fastest-growing halal hot chicken brand in America.
JOIN THE FAMILY
Whether you want to dine with us, franchise with us, or cater your event we'd love to have you.