Hot 'n Now is an American fast-food restaurant.[1] Founded in 1984, the chain once grew to more than 150 locations throughout the United States at its peak. Subsequently, under the ownership of PepsiCo, the chain filed for bankruptcy in 2004, and was then sold to STEN Corporation. As of October 2025, the company operates two locations, both in Michigan.[2] The majority of the chain's locations focused entirely on drive-thru service, featuring a small-footprint building with a tall, slanted roof style.[3] Some previous locations were more traditional fast-food locations, complete with seating, and others were combined with gas stations.[4]
History
Hot 'n Now was founded in Kalamazoo, Michigan in 1984 by William Van Domelen.[5]