It looks like Boston's Downtown Crossing will soon be hitting a spicy note with a new entrant in the food scene. Birdies Hot Chicken, already a crowd-pleaser in Brockton and Westwood, is gearing up to bring its Nashville hot chicken to the hustle and bustle of the city center. A recent tip from a local foodie enthusiast has the community abuzz with anticipation.

For those unacquainted with the fiery fowl, Birdies isn't your run-of-the-mill chicken joint. What started out as a frying experiment in a cramped city apartment has morphed into a burgeoning chicken empire. The woman behind the wing, Vivian, took a simple weekend getaway to Nashville and returned with a game-changing idea. Now, tucked next to Potbelly, their next location at 267 Washington Street is poised to become a downtown staple.

Vivian's journey to chicken fame wasn't without its quirks. After her initial foray into frying left her apartment reeking and her spirits low, she took a brief hiatus. However, persistence is the key, and Vivian's countless "test kitchens" held on her third-floor apartment deck finally paid off, much to the delight of friends and family, according to the backstory detailed on Birdies Hot Chicken's website.

The upcoming Birdies Hot Chicken spot is anticipated to dish out the same crowd favorites—chicken sliders, wings, tenders, and the classic chicken and waffles. Vivian's mission to share her passion for Nashville hot chicken with Bostonians is about to sizzle up in Downtown Crossing. With nostalgia for her transformative Nashville experience, Vivian assures that her recipe will be a mouthwatering experience for all.

Exact details surrounding the opening date are still hush-hush. But the spread of Birdies' spicy wings throughout the Greater Boston area is a testament to Vivian's journey from kitchen chaos to culinary success. Downtown Crossing foodies, prepare your taste buds for a Nashville invasion—it's about to get hot in here.