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I was so surprised to find how delicious the chicken is. This can easily be my top chicken places. I love the graffiti as art on the wall. The place has a very hip vibe. Many people places take out orders. The slushie with pop rocks was a hoot. Minimum service as you place order at the counter or kiosk, and then pick up yourself when they call your name. Lots of parking outside of the store.
So, I finally hit up Dave's Hot Chicken, and it totally lived up to the hype. I went for the combo with a tender and a slider, but heads up, one is probably enough unless you're starving, it was a ton of food for lunch! I played it safe with the medium spice level, and it was packed with flavor. The chicken was seriously good, nice big pieces, crispy on the outside, and super juicy inside. And the fries? Seasoned perfectly. If you get the chance to try Dave's Hot Chicken, definitely do it. You won't be disappointed. Service was great, they were kind and helpful.
Food was great had the minis and the chicken sandwich loved the medium heat. Very good. Service was awesome, the store was very busy. Got to meet the general manager. Great guy
There was a long line when we arrived at 2:45 on a Saturday afternoon. We were able to order at the counter fairly quickly and waited about 10-15 minutes to go pick up our food at the counter. The chicken was fresh, but neither of us were that impressed by the flavor. I got mild and my husband got medium. Maybe it's better if you want spicier versions. I liked the fries, but my husband was not a huge fan of the seasoned salt or whatever on them. Neither of us were a big fan of their special sauce, either. It's a very limited menu. Our favorite thing was actually the kale slaw. Employees were friendly and it's clean, but just not our vibe.
Checked out Dave's Hot Chicken on a Thursday night around 10pm with the BF. Was headed to Popeye's but decided to see what all the social media hype was about. I'd suggest going late during the week to avoid the extreme lines. We still stood in line but the line wasn't out the door and we were also able to grab a parking spot closer to the door. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The downfall was the food. I ordered a combo meal which included a chicken sandwich and 1 tender with fries. A plus was I was able to mix-n-match the spice level. I ordered 1 mild and 1 medium. The chicken is extremely overrated. The seasoning on the chicken along with Dave's sauce which is basically mayo was horrid!!! The French fries were literally just OK. The only help was the slaw on the chicken sandwich but all, in all I should have just tried the 1 chicken strip and French fry combo for $9.99. The prices are ridiculous to not include a beverage. The food portion was enough for the both of us since their chicken tenders are massive but we ended up throwing the food away because it was soo nasty. We just couldn't finish it. It's a NO for me Dave.....sorry
This place is awesome! Love the chicken. The sliders were amazing with the slaw and pickles, such a great flavor. I got medium. It wasn't as hot as I expected. Definitely going with hot next time. Medium tasted like mild to me. Only thing I didn't love is the sauce. It was a bit too sweet. My wife and daughter did not love this place. They prefer Chick Fil A. I thought it was much better. Definitely want to go again. Though, it will likely just be me and the boy.
This place has great loaded fries. The fries have chicken bites and pickles. The amount that you get is a good portion as well. The other chicken strips have great spicy seasoning with a crunch for those that like spicy. If you don't like spicy then even the mild spice can be overwhelming. The food came out about 10 minutes after we ordered. They were busy on last Sunday when we went.
Hubby and I have been wanting to try DHC since they opened. Upon arriving, I noticed how busy and crowded they were, But it didn't stop us from going. There was a line wrapped around the building, but it moved pretty quick. Once you make it to the door, there is a working standing there to let you in. The food ordering line was long, but moved quick. We opted to take our food to-go as the inside was just too busy and I find it quite awkward to sit in front of the window and people stare in your face while eating. I order the number 3, which comes with a chicken tender, slider and fries (added cheese). I opted to go hot for my spice level. The tenders were juicy and the spice on the outside was spicy. The slaw on the slider helped balance out the spiciness of the chicken. The bun was soft and a little on the sweet side. Fries were well seasoned and slightly crispy. The added cheese sauce was good. The pickles were absolutely delicious. There's plenty of parking and the staff were friendly and always cleaning. Only gave them 4 stars as there is always room for Improvement.
This is the first Dave's location in the STL area and it has been absolutely packed ever since it first opened up. You can tell this location is well staffed, as our order came out pretty quickly. I ordered the Dave's #3 combo since I wanted to try a Tender and a Slider. I'd totally get this order again, as it's nice to be able to try both. Since I love spicy food, I tried the Extra Hot and was pleasantly surprised by the flavor and heat level. My husband got the Hot version of the same meal and it was also pretty good. The meal came with Dave's Sauce and honey packets which helped bring down the heat and also balanced the flavors. For the side item we had cheese fries and it was delicious. The fries have a tasty seasoning added to the top. Although the meal was a bit on the pricier side, everything we ate was delicious and seemed fresh. It reminds me of premium fast food. The chicken is super tender and the texture was great.
This stretch of Chesterfield Airport Rd is filled with seemingly abandoned, anachronistic-looking chain restaurants. Some of them have clearly gone out of business. In some cases, the lunch rush may not have started yet. It's 11 AM on a Wednesday. Dave's Hot Chicken, meanwhile, has a line out the door. It's 400 degrees outside, and some of their more inconsiderate patrons are entirely unconcerned that they're "letting all the cold air out." Other nearby restaurants, obviously jealous, are blocking parking spaces for their own customers using dining chairs with handwritten signs on them. I had to see what the hype was about. Plus, it was free. Someone from my job with an expense account was going, and they must have felt sorry for me. It pays to be stuck in a rut. Like the nearby Raising Cane's, Dave's Hot Chicken doesn't serve anything other than chicken strips. Well, I guess they've got chicken bites, which are probably just chicken strips that have been cut up into little pieces, for people who don't chew as well. And sandwiches, which are just the exact same chicken strips on a bun--which these clowns have the nerve to charge you $2 for. Arguably, buns should be free, like cups of water from a fountain soda machine. (If they were, I guess people might try to bring their own meat to restaurants. Pause.) There's also milkshakes for some reason. Milkshakes don't really seem to go with hot chicken, except that maybe if you ordered the Reaper spice level, you could use one to cool down your palate and thus avoid having to call an ambulance. How embarrassing would that be. You can get just the strips themselves, served in a combo with fries, slaw and what appears to be Texas Toast, or you can get them on a bun, with slaw on it and some sort of Cane's Sauce-like substance, also served with fries if you get it in a combo. Why doesn't the combo also come with a drink? Is it because they know they're already charging entirely too much? If I go again, I might bring my own drink as a matter of general principle, even if I'm not paying. I opted for the two-sliders combo and a small drink. I was pleasantly surprised to see that the soda fountain had both Diet Coke and Coke Zero. Really, you only need Coke Zero (the best soda, "periodt"), unless the president visits. That might help them avoid an ICE raid. I couldn't see back into the kitchen, but you can never be too safe. The sliders were insanely big, for something that's supposed to be the size of a White Castle. You only get two, but most people--unless they just got out of jail--don't have any business eating that much. Each of them was bigger than one of the sandwiches at the also nearby Chick-fil-A. They put a few pickles on the sandwich, and they also give you a few on the side, which was very generous of them. The fries were crinkle cut, nicely crisp, coated in some sort of seasoning salt and served with a cup of the aforementioned Cane's Sauce-like substance. The chicken sandwiches were amazing. The exterior, with its crispy coating and dark-colored seasoning, almost makes the chicken look like it's overcooked, but no, it's cooked to perfection. The interior is nice and, erm, moist. I ordered the Hot, which I didn't find to be very hot. But that was probably for the best, since I wasn't by myself and I couldn't afford to look like a wimp in front of my colleagues. Whatever seasoning they used gave it a surprising complexity, I thought. It was probably just cayenne. What do I know? I've hardly been anywhere. I was lucky to be here, and not just because it didn't cost me anything.
Dave's Hot Chicken opened 7/11/25 I believe and we came 7/14/25. OMG the line was so long. It was wrapped around the back of the building. Is say we waiting about 45 minutes until we were able to order then another 15 to get our food. It wasn't so bad but it was humid outside. The staff managing the door and lines was very friendly. It's pretty much chicken nuggets, strips and sandwich. You can also get cauliflower to sub for chicken if that's your thing. With there being 4 of us, we all ordered a few different combos (drinks are separate) My husband said it wasn't bad, he'll return once the lines aren't so long. My oldest doesn't care for the seasoning so he'll eat them plain next time My youngest said it was and he'll come back for sure. I didn't mind it and the Dave's sauce is really good. We all love the fries. Crinkle cut and fried so crispy with their seasoning. I added cheese and what a combo. The frozen drink was good and whenever we decide to come back, we'll try their shakes. We decided to eat in the car because it was just too crowded. Not pictured - Dave's #3: 1 Tender & 1 Slider w/ Fries - hot heat If you plan on going soon, make sure you are prepared to wait outside for a while.
Honestly, it was a great experience overall. The food was delicious, and the front cashier, Traelyn, mixed a strawberry lemonade and fruit punch slushee for us, which was a fantastic idea. She was super kind and walked us through the best menu items and how to get the most bang for our buck. It's definitely a pricier spot for chicken, but the flavor makes it worth it. I got spice level 3, and it had a good kick. I'd get that again. I wouldn't get the loaded fries next time, but the regular fries were great dipped in the cheese. A little crowded indoors I will be getting it to go next time I visit as well.
Wow. I LOVE this place. When I first saw the prices for 2 tenders I was blown away away....little steep. Then I saw the tenders and they were huge lol. I got the medium spice and they were perfect. The fries were really good and all around the whole place is super cool looking. The service was excellent and the ambiance was relaxed and fun. I 100% recommend this place. I was not disappointed in this meal.
3 months ago
Fast casual restaurant with hot chicken tenders. Staff was friendly & explained how the menu worked since it was our first visit. They have some patio space & outdoor furniture. Indoors was spacious with plenty of tables. The food was good. We chose hot & i frlt like that was spicy but bot too hot. The chicken was giant pieces. Fries were good & had a seasoning salt on them. read more
5 months ago
If you're looking for some comfort food and casual dining this might be the place for you. There's plenty of parking. This restaurant is always well lit. I was back again with my coworkers for lunch. The huge crowd has died down. The customer hasn't change. They were great. They were fast. I ordered a number 2. Two sliders and fries. The chicken is huge. They are tender and juicy. The bread is soft. The kale slaw is very good. The fries were good. Slider in most places are small, but the sliders here will fill you up. There were pickles on the sandwich as well as the tray. They were delicious. The only thing I noticed today was some of the tables needed to be clean.There was more cleaning when they had lines out the doors. For some strange reason they didn't have any ice. That was disappointing. Overall I like my food. For my spice level I chose medium. This was good for me. Although I could have gotten hotter. read more
Spicy food during this summer heat was a choice so we only got the medium and hot spice levels! The medium wasn't too bad at all and was a flavorful spice. The hot level, though, is definitely a spice that builds so we're glad we didn't get the extra hot. The sliders and bites were the best! The mozzarella sticks were okay and pretty much what you'd expect. It was busy when we went but the food came out fairly quick! read more
I was so surprised to find how delicious the chicken is. This can easily be my top chicken places. I love the graffiti as art on the wall. The place has a very hip vibe. Many people places take out orders. The slushie with pop rocks was a hoot. Minimum service as you place order at the counter or kiosk, and then pick up yourself when they call your name. Lots of parking outside of the store. read more
So, I finally hit up Dave's Hot Chicken, and it totally lived up to the hype. I went for the combo with a tender and a slider, but heads up, one is probably enough unless you're starving, it was a ton of food for lunch! I played it safe with the medium spice level, and it was packed with flavor. The chicken was seriously good, nice big pieces, crispy on the outside, and super juicy inside. And the fries? Seasoned perfectly. If you get the chance to try Dave's Hot Chicken, definitely do it. You won't be disappointed. Service was great, they were kind and helpful. read more
4 months ago
Food was great had the minis and the chicken sandwich loved the medium heat. Very good. Service was awesome, the store was very busy. Got to meet the general manager. Great guy read more
16 days ago
There was a long line when we arrived at 2:45 on a Saturday afternoon. We were able to order at the counter fairly quickly and waited about 10-15 minutes to go pick up our food at the counter. The chicken was fresh, but neither of us were that impressed by the flavor. I got mild and my husband got medium. Maybe it's better if you want spicier versions. I liked the fries, but my husband was not a huge fan of the seasoned salt or whatever on them. Neither of us were a big fan of their special sauce, either. It's a very limited menu. Our favorite thing was actually the kale slaw. Employees were friendly and it's clean, but just not our vibe. read more
Checked out Dave's Hot Chicken on a Thursday night around 10pm with the BF. Was headed to Popeye's but decided to see what all the social media hype was about. I'd suggest going late during the week to avoid the extreme lines. We still stood in line but the line wasn't out the door and we were also able to grab a parking spot closer to the door. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The downfall was the food. I ordered a combo meal which included a chicken sandwich and 1 tender with fries. A plus was I was able to mix-n-match the spice level. I ordered 1 mild and 1 medium. The chicken is extremely overrated. The seasoning on the chicken along with Dave's sauce which is basically mayo was horrid!!! The French fries were literally just OK. The only help was the slaw on the chicken sandwich but all, in all I should have just tried the 1 chicken strip and French fry combo for $9.99. The prices are ridiculous to not include a beverage. The food portion was enough for the both of us since their chicken tenders are massive but we ended up throwing the food away because it was soo nasty. We just couldn't finish it. It's a NO for me Dave.....sorry read more
This place is awesome! Love the chicken. The sliders were amazing with the slaw and pickles, such a great flavor. I got medium. It wasn't as hot as I expected. Definitely going with hot next time. Medium tasted like mild to me. Only thing I didn't love is the sauce. It was a bit too sweet. My wife and daughter did not love this place. They prefer Chick Fil A. I thought it was much better. Definitely want to go again. Though, it will likely just be me and the boy. read more
This place has great loaded fries. The fries have chicken bites and pickles. The amount that you get is a good portion as well. The other chicken strips have great spicy seasoning with a crunch for those that like spicy. If you don't like spicy then even the mild spice can be overwhelming. The food came out about 10 minutes after we ordered. They were busy on last Sunday when we went. read more
Hubby and I have been wanting to try DHC since they opened. Upon arriving, I noticed how busy and crowded they were, But it didn't stop us from going. There was a line wrapped around the building, but it moved pretty quick. Once you make it to the door, there is a working standing there to let you in. The food ordering line was long, but moved quick. We opted to take our food to-go as the inside was just too busy and I find it quite awkward to sit in front of the window and people stare in your face while eating. I order the number 3, which comes with a chicken tender, slider and fries (added cheese). I opted to go hot for my spice level. The tenders were juicy and the spice on the outside was spicy. The slaw on the slider helped balance out the spiciness of the chicken. The bun was soft and a little on the sweet side. Fries were well seasoned and slightly crispy. The added cheese sauce was good. The pickles were absolutely delicious. There's plenty of parking and the staff were friendly and always cleaning. Only gave them 4 stars as there is always room for Improvement. read more
1 year ago
This is the first Dave's location in the STL area and it has been absolutely packed ever since it first opened up. You can tell this location is well staffed, as our order came out pretty quickly. I ordered the Dave's #3 combo since I wanted to try a Tender and a Slider. I'd totally get this order again, as it's nice to be able to try both. Since I love spicy food, I tried the Extra Hot and was pleasantly surprised by the flavor and heat level. My husband got the Hot version of the same meal and it was also pretty good. The meal came with Dave's Sauce and honey packets which helped bring down the heat and also balanced the flavors. For the side item we had cheese fries and it was delicious. The fries have a tasty seasoning added to the top. Although the meal was a bit on the pricier side, everything we ate was delicious and seemed fresh. It reminds me of premium fast food. The chicken is super tender and the texture was great. read more
This stretch of Chesterfield Airport Rd is filled with seemingly abandoned, anachronistic-looking chain restaurants. Some of them have clearly gone out of business. In some cases, the lunch rush may not have started yet. It's 11 AM on a Wednesday. Dave's Hot Chicken, meanwhile, has a line out the door. It's 400 degrees outside, and some of their more inconsiderate patrons are entirely unconcerned that they're "letting all the cold air out." Other nearby restaurants, obviously jealous, are blocking parking spaces for their own customers using dining chairs with handwritten signs on them. I had to see what the hype was about. Plus, it was free. Someone from my job with an expense account was going, and they must have felt sorry for me. It pays to be stuck in a rut. Like the nearby Raising Cane's, Dave's Hot Chicken doesn't serve anything other than chicken strips. Well, I guess they've got chicken bites, which are probably just chicken strips that have been cut up into little pieces, for people who don't chew as well. And sandwiches, which are just the exact same chicken strips on a bun--which these clowns have the nerve to charge you $2 for. Arguably, buns should be free, like cups of water from a fountain soda machine. (If they were, I guess people might try to bring their own meat to restaurants. Pause.) There's also milkshakes for some reason. Milkshakes don't really seem to go with hot chicken, except that maybe if you ordered the Reaper spice level, you could use one to cool down your palate and thus avoid having to call an ambulance. How embarrassing would that be. You can get just the strips themselves, served in a combo with fries, slaw and what appears to be Texas Toast, or you can get them on a bun, with slaw on it and some sort of Cane's Sauce-like substance, also served with fries if you get it in a combo. Why doesn't the combo also come with a drink? Is it because they know they're already charging entirely too much? If I go again, I might bring my own drink as a matter of general principle, even if I'm not paying. I opted for the two-sliders combo and a small drink. I was pleasantly surprised to see that the soda fountain had both Diet Coke and Coke Zero. Really, you only need Coke Zero (the best soda, "periodt"), unless the president visits. That might help them avoid an ICE raid. I couldn't see back into the kitchen, but you can never be too safe. The sliders were insanely big, for something that's supposed to be the size of a White Castle. You only get two, but most people--unless they just got out of jail--don't have any business eating that much. Each of them was bigger than one of the sandwiches at the also nearby Chick-fil-A. They put a few pickles on the sandwich, and they also give you a few on the side, which was very generous of them. The fries were crinkle cut, nicely crisp, coated in some sort of seasoning salt and served with a cup of the aforementioned Cane's Sauce-like substance. The chicken sandwiches were amazing. The exterior, with its crispy coating and dark-colored seasoning, almost makes the chicken look like it's overcooked, but no, it's cooked to perfection. The interior is nice and, erm, moist. I ordered the Hot, which I didn't find to be very hot. But that was probably for the best, since I wasn't by myself and I couldn't afford to look like a wimp in front of my colleagues. Whatever seasoning they used gave it a surprising complexity, I thought. It was probably just cayenne. What do I know? I've hardly been anywhere. I was lucky to be here, and not just because it didn't cost me anything. read more
Dave's Hot Chicken opened 7/11/25 I believe and we came 7/14/25. OMG the line was so long. It was wrapped around the back of the building. Is say we waiting about 45 minutes until we were able to order then another 15 to get our food. It wasn't so bad but it was humid outside. The staff managing the door and lines was very friendly. It's pretty much chicken nuggets, strips and sandwich. You can also get cauliflower to sub for chicken if that's your thing. With there being 4 of us, we all ordered a few different combos (drinks are separate) My husband said it wasn't bad, he'll return once the lines aren't so long. My oldest doesn't care for the seasoning so he'll eat them plain next time My youngest said it was and he'll come back for sure. I didn't mind it and the Dave's sauce is really good. We all love the fries. Crinkle cut and fried so crispy with their seasoning. I added cheese and what a combo. The frozen drink was good and whenever we decide to come back, we'll try their shakes. We decided to eat in the car because it was just too crowded. Not pictured - Dave's #3: 1 Tender & 1 Slider w/ Fries - hot heat If you plan on going soon, make sure you are prepared to wait outside for a while. read more
Honestly, it was a great experience overall. The food was delicious, and the front cashier, Traelyn, mixed a strawberry lemonade and fruit punch slushee for us, which was a fantastic idea. She was super kind and walked us through the best menu items and how to get the most bang for our buck. It's definitely a pricier spot for chicken, but the flavor makes it worth it. I got spice level 3, and it had a good kick. I'd get that again. I wouldn't get the loaded fries next time, but the regular fries were great dipped in the cheese. A little crowded indoors I will be getting it to go next time I visit as well. read more
Wow. I LOVE this place. When I first saw the prices for 2 tenders I was blown away away....little steep. Then I saw the tenders and they were huge lol. I got the medium spice and they were perfect. The fries were really good and all around the whole place is super cool looking. The service was excellent and the ambiance was relaxed and fun. I 100% recommend this place. I was not disappointed in this meal. read more
The service and atmosphere were fine here and the long lines moved quickly. However, my son and I just do not understand the hype. My son wanted to come here after seeing them on YouTube and even he said it was just ok. There are much better chicken places around. I say this not to bash the place, but to provide my honest opinion. The service here was awesome and the woman taking my order was so kind as to tell the cooks to split my nugget order in half and give me 5 hot buffalo bites instead of all medium. I am so glad she did because the buffalo bites were the best thing we had aside from the cheese fries. Neither of us cared for the Dave's sauce either. It was sweeter than we liked. If you want to try it, go for it, but we will continue visits our other fave chicken spots. read more
Great new chicken spot! Great spice with good options. Love the amount of pickles. The tenders and sandwiches were super fresh and decent portion sizes. Service was quick. Milkshake machine was down at about 10-11pm (womp womp). Fries were crispy and well seasoned. No big knocks! Great location too. We'll be back ;) read more
1 year ago
Unexpectedly spectacular hot fried breaded chicken from a place that started as a night time food stall in 2017. Built into where the Five Guys once was, I wasn't expecting the food to be superficially similar to Raising Cane's, nor for it to taste as good as it did. The portions are deceptively small for their prices (although one can argue that Cane's goes overboard with the texas toast and meh fries anyway) but the taste of the chicken alone might have been worth the $10 USD I spent on a slider and fries and pickles (they call their chicken sandwiches "sliders" here). I asked for the hot spice level, since this place seems to pride itself on spiciness. There was a sign nearby that reminded customers to sign a waiver form before eating the Carolina Reaper level chicken, but I usually scoff at that since no restaurant with an ounce of self preservation would sell something that can kill their customer. The hot spiciness level wasn't (in my spice-deadened tongue) *too* strong, definitely a level or two above that of Popeye's but not enough to drive any casual eaters away. What really carried the chicken was the rub they used- as well as how meticulously prepared the breading was. There was a very audible and noticeable (mouthfeel) CRUNCH when I bit into the sandwich, making me wonder if I had been served chicken cartilage. Far from perturbed, it made me want to eat more, and I had to force myself to slow down lest the shock caused me to inhale the entire meal. Somehow, the breading wasn't boiling hot but the meat inside was a comfortable warmth and juicy to boot. Could this have been because of the open AC above me, blasting 50f directly onto my table? For once I'm glad about that- it counteracted the heat of the sandwich and allowed me to continue eating with gusto even though the sandwich *just* came out of the frier. That rub... I'm not sure how to describe it. Nashville style almost but a little sweeter and, like I said, "tolerable" for a palate that was slightly more than casual. As I was eating the fries, which were *also* somehow fried to perfection (you can tell they were hand cut and breaded using the same or similar process to the chicken, having uniform texture that slightly gives after a bite. also no cold core. go figure.) I thought to myself "is this just the Red Robin (rip) special seasoning except waaaay less salty, so that you can actually enjoy it and not feel your heart pressure jump? no way." The fries were just dusted but it was enough. I almost didn't have enough to use with the "Dave's Sauce" because I kept eating them one after another. The Dave's Sauce was decent, but nothing too special. It reminded me a bit of a slightly spicier version of honey mustard, which is great because I love honey mustard. Thinking back, the woman who took my order, Nay, asked if I'd like more Dave Sauce (complimentary). I should have taken her up on that. Normally I dip my chicken sandwiches into these sauces, but I completely forgot to by the time I was like 2/3rds of the way through, lol. As if the sweet coleslaw tucked into the bottom of the sandwich, which was a bit of an afterthought, didn't merge so well with the little smattering of sauce in the sandwich itself. (it did.) I'd like to end this review by pointing out that it's nice and unexpected that the cashier who took my order offered her name in case I had any questions and concerns. That's something you normally get from a sit down restaurant, and was kind of appreciated. For disclosure, I was also encouraged by Jacky to write a review, after she stopped by to ask how I was enjoying my meal. Half a sandwich was in my mouth at the time, so i gave her an ok sign. The food was spectacular, even if its a little bit expensive. Thanks Dave and company. read more
1 year ago
My husband and I went here in a Thursday evening around 6:15. While it wasn't packed, there were a lot of people there! People were in and out the entire time we were there. We got in line and it moved pretty quickly. The two people taking orders were super friendly and helpful. They realized it was our first time there and gave us some advice. Their sliders aren't sliders. They're a whole sandwich! They have different spice levels to choose from. One sandwich and fries, along with a milkshake, was more than enough for me! A gal was sweeping the floor and told us to get honey and Dave's sauce and put both on the sandwich. We did and it was tasty! It was a little loud in there, but not annoyingly so. It was very clean. And the walls are decorated with all kinds of stuff - they have a "graffiti" look. The only thing wrong was that our fries were not hot - barely even warm. It seems like a place that has that many people coming through, and most orders appeared to have fries, that it would be easy to serve hot fries. A guy (manager?) came by our table to see how everything was and we said great except the fries were not even very warm, and they should have been hot. He offered to get us some fresh ones, but we were finished by then. We really liked it and will definitely be back! read more
OK, we tried to go here once for dinner and the line was so long and with it being so hot we decided to try the next day for lunch. When we went for lunch, the line was relatively short and we were able to get in line in order within five minutes. The app M mobile ordering was not working at this time. My kids loved both meals that they got. Definitely worth checking out. read more
A humble beginning with just $900 and a fryer in a parking lot to a thriving franchise, is now in STL! I got Dave's #2 Medium Spice, along with the perfectly balanced spice levels, slaw, and pickles, seem to really hit the mark, and the halal certification adds an extra layer of comfort. Must visit chicken place! The staff is working really hard with such a big crowd! Thank you for making the experience smooth! The graffiti in the restaurant is cool and adds a nice touch as well! read more
1 year ago
A Dave's Hot Chicken spot recently opened within the area, so I had to try it out! We went on a weekday afternoon, and surprisingly it was not as busy and crowded as I had heard it to be. The place was very casual, family-friendly, and had plenty of space for dining. We waited in line for about 20 minutes until we reached the counter to order. After ordering, we waited another 20 minutes or so until our food was ready. I ordered the 1 tender and 1 slider combo with a hot spice level. It came with a side of crinkle fries, pickles, and Dave's Sauce. The chicken was tender and packed with flavor. It had a hint of curry and a nice kick of spice that was not overwhelming. I really liked the addition of the creamy slaw in the slider. Hot take: the Dave's Sauce tasted like the Chick-Fil-A sauce, but I have no complaints because I still liked the sauce. Overall, this is a great fast food chicken spot to stop by when you are craving for some chicken and spice! read more
8 months ago
The food was amazing!it was fresh and fast, the chicken tenders were so big I was full off one!we definitely will be coming back and the workers were super nice. read more
1 year ago
Love Dave's! We first had it out of town on vacation and were very excited when they opened one here. I know everyone has their preference on tenders, Dave's is my favorite! They also moved very fast for his busy they were! read more
1 year ago
Basing it only in comparison to other places like this in the area, it was excellent! The chicken is like literal friend chicken off the bone. Delicious White meat soft and moist! An abundance of pickles on my sandwich (I did mild) Dave's secret sauce, kale slaw and a bit of honey on top, magnificent!!!! We waited about 15 outside then another 25 inside until we ordered. One line was very efficient with someone taking orders in line. The other line you waited until you got to the counter. Much slower. We enjoyed the food, fresh not greasy. Thought the fries were fine, but we were there for the chicken which did not disappoint! Add the orange Hi-C Slushies from your childhood and it's a full circle win! Can be very loud inside depending on when you go! Definitely give it a try but be prepared for a potential wait. Being new it's not surprising but this is also the only one in STL so it could be extra busy for awhile. read more
I visited Dave's Hot Chicken on opening day 7/11/2025. Upon arrival there were huge crowds about 100 deep wrapped around the outside corner, and friendly employees working the crowd while handing out plastic chickens and menus. The line went relatively quick, given the crowd, it took about 15 minutes to get to the counter and 5 minutes to receive food. The dining area was a bright and open design with windows on all sides and a cheeky hot chicken decor. I ordered a hot box of sliders(5 hot and 5 extra hot), a hot box of tenders(5 mild and 5 Reaper), a hot box of fries, and a fountain drink. When ordering I asked for no slaw on my sliders, and the cashier advised the sliders don't come with slaw on the sandwich, while I understand it may have been too busy for modifications, the fact is, the sliders do come with slaw. After trying a few sips of different drinks; including cherry Coke, Coca-cola, and HiC, I found the fountain drink syrup balance to be a bit watered down and lacking that fountain drink oomph, so I switched to water. While I'm not usually a crinkle cut fry fan, the fries at Dave's had a dusting of spices and seasoning that was an absolute flavor bomb and won me over. The chicken for both the sandwiches and the tenders was moist, rich and meaty, and the Nashville seasoning was powerful, but not overwhelming in spices as I've come to expect from a Nashville hot. The sandwiches came topped with a sweet and tangy house mayo sauce, slaw and pickles. The spice levels mild through hot were very approachable and flavorful. The extra hot is where things start to enter a territory that children and those not into spicy foods might find uncomfortable, while still very tasty and flavorful. The Reaper does in fact taste like and have a hint of the heat of Carolina Reaper pepper powder, which Carolina Reaper pepper is distinguishable from other peppers, with it's somewhat floral flavor and a kick you in the face heat that takes 10-20 seconds to build and minutes to subside, ironically I found the Reaper to be on the more approachable side for something with Carolina Reaper in it, even though you need to sign a waiver for it, it barely kisses challenge level spice for any pepper heads looking for that super hot kick i.e. you're unlikely to get capsaicin cramps from one or two tenders, if you know you know. Overall Dave's Hot Chicken delivers on it's promise of great Nashville hot chicken with a little fun and flair. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
I like it but I do understand when others says it's hype. I will definitely be back but medium is the right spice for me. I went twice and got Hot the second time, never again lol the strawberry lemonade is awesome and definitely came in handy when I got the hot spice level. It's good but over priced as well read more
8 months ago
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1 year ago
This is just as good as the one's in LA! Low wait times, even during the grand opening with a line going around the building. read more
1 year ago
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7 months ago
Food was great! Fresh, hot, and was fast! Chicken was super crispy and cooked great. Fries were excellent. The mac and cheese was kinda meh, but overall great time. read more
10 months ago
10 months ago
After all the hype online of this place we decided to give it a try after waiting a couple of months. We went in, staff were friendly and seemed like a good establishment especially with people looking happy and enjoying their food, the line never truly stopped. They took our orders of tender sliders with fries and although it smelled and seemed appealing it was just simply ok. The chicken was fried perfectly, nice & crispy along with juicy pieces of chicken but lacked flavor. I got a hot slider and my girlfriend got a mild and trying both it just lacked flavor, it seemed like it was rained on by paprika for hers and then some heat for mine. The chicken felt like it needed more and left me disappointed. The fries were decent, nice crinkle cuts that were crispy but still soft in the inside and had a decent fry seasoning on them. The sauce is nothing special, felt like a mayo'd down and blander canes sauce. read more
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