Rogers is about to trade deposit slips for dipping sauce. Dave's Hot Chicken is moving into the former Wells Fargo branch at 13510 South Diamond Lake Road, with a summer opening on the books and a drive-through in the plans. The roughly 2,269-square-foot shop is part of a bigger Twin Cities buildout from a locally based franchise group that kicked off Dave's Minnesota presence in 2023.
According to Bring Me The News, franchisee Alex Humphries confirmed the Rogers address, the 2,269-square-foot layout and the inclusion of a drive-through at the site. Humphries told the outlet that his family-run group has increased its Minnesota commitment and is aiming to operate roughly 30 restaurants across the state. The same report lists other planned Twin Cities locations, including new spots in Edina, Eden Prairie and Oak Park Heights.
Where the Rogers shop will sit
The Rogers Dave's will occupy the former Wells Fargo branch at 13510 South Diamond Lake Road, a commercial parcel in the Minneapolis exurb. Public property listings put the parcel at about 1.07 acres and note a sale in March 2025, suggesting the building has changed hands during the past year. Per Compass, the listing outlines the property's basic parcel and lot details.
Who's building the Minnesota footprint
The Minnesota rollout was launched by former NBA player Kris Humphries and members of his family. Fox 9 reported that Kris opened Minnesota's first Dave's Hot Chicken in Minnetonka in June 2023. Cousin Alex Humphries is part of that family-run franchise group and has been speaking with local outlets about leases and upcoming openings. The group's multi-unit strategy has already pushed Dave's beyond the core Twin Cities market.
What to expect
Dave's is known for hand-breaded chicken tenders and sliders served in multiple spice levels, with sides such as mac and cheese, crinkle-cut fries and kale slaw. The chain's official location listings show Minnesota restaurants operating as fast-casual shops with pickup and delivery, and several franchise formats include pickup windows or full drive-through service. According to Dave's Hot Chicken, the menu and service model stay largely consistent across new openings.
Timeline and next steps
Bring Me The News reports that the Rogers shop is expected to open this summer, with the final timeline tied to permitting and construction. City permitting records and announcements from the franchise group typically lock in exact opening dates in the weeks leading up to a ribbon cutting. This story will be updated once the Humphries group or the city posts a confirmed opening date.
