Chilli's Wings & Fish Expands to Hamilton

New location of Dayton-based restaurant chain set to open by summer 2026.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 8:25am

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Chilli's Wings & Fish, a restaurant that got its start in Dayton, Ohio, is gearing up to open a new location in Hamilton. Co-owners Ali Iqtaifan and Fateh Dahadha purchased a Chilli's Wings & Rings location in Dayton in 2021 and rebranded it as Chilli's Wings & Fish. They have since opened a second Chilli's Wings & Fish location in Kettering and are now expanding to Hamilton.

Why it matters

The expansion of Chilli's Wings & Fish to Hamilton represents the continued growth of the Dayton-based restaurant chain, which has found success with its diverse menu of chicken and seafood dishes. The new location is expected to cater to the lunch crowd in Hamilton, which has a strong business community.

The details

Iqtaifan Enterprises purchased the building for the new Hamilton location for $415,000 on November 12. The Hamilton location is expected to open by June or July 2026 and will serve the same menu of chicken and seafood dishes as the existing Chilli's Wings & Fish locations, including wings, tenders, gizzards, livers, and a variety of fish and shrimp options. The restaurant will also offer salads, sandwiches, and sides such as onion rings, okra, and fried pickles.

  • Chilli's Wings & Rings location in Dayton was purchased in 2021.
  • Chilli's Wings & Fish location in Kettering opened in January 2026.
  • Iqtaifan Enterprises purchased the building for the Hamilton location on November 12, 2025.
  • The Hamilton location is expected to open by June or July 2026.

The players

Ali Iqtaifan

Co-owner of Chilli's Wings & Fish and resident of Springboro, Ohio.

Fateh Dahadha

Co-owner of Chilli's Wings & Fish.

Iqtaifan Enterprises

The company that purchased the building for the new Chilli's Wings & Fish location in Hamilton.

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What they’re saying

“'They have a lot of companies in Hamilton, so I'm very sure we're going to have a very good lunch (crowd)'.”

— Ali Iqtaifan, Co-owner, Chilli's Wings & Fish

What’s next

The new Chilli's Wings & Fish location in Hamilton is expected to open by June or July 2026, providing a new dining option for the local business community.

The takeaway

The expansion of Chilli's Wings & Fish to Hamilton demonstrates the continued growth and success of the Dayton-based restaurant chain, which has found a loyal customer base for its diverse menu of chicken and seafood dishes. The new location is expected to cater to the lunch crowd in Hamilton, further establishing the brand's presence in the region.