Introduction
Howlin' Ray's is a Nashville-style hot chicken restaurant located at 800 S. Arroyo Parkway in Pasadena, serving as the full-service flagship shop that opened in 2022. Founded in 2015 by chef Johnny Ray Zone and his wife Amanda Chapman, the brand originated as a food truck before expanding to locations in Chinatown Los Angeles, Pasadena, and the Venetian in Las Vegas. It's known for its fiery fried chicken and has developed a strong following for its spicy, Nashville-inspired flavors.