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Staff i give a 5 star to. I got the #3 which is a slider and strip. Mild flavor along with fries. Outside seating available
Lots of parking available and seating inside and outside! We went around 9 pm, and it was still pretty busy inside but we still were able to get seats and our orders really fast. Good environment for a late night snack. We ordered two #3 sets, one spicy and one medium. I got the spicy one and thought it was perfect, a small kick but not overwhelming where I couldn't eat it without downing liquids. The slider was delicious! The chicken was a HUGE cut. But wasn't dry tasting , had great flavor. The tender was okay, I think I preferred the slider over the tender. The fries were super good too. I was surprised I usually don't like crinkle cut but those were yummy! The drinks were also good. They had a great slushy consistency and flavor. We got a side of mac and it was good, though I think it was a little too runny for my taste but flavor wise was decent. I'd def go again for the slider and fries :))
Dave's Hot Chicken has a lively vibe when you walk in. The service is great, they were helpful and friendly. The sliders are delicious, fried to perfection and the flavor was phenomenal. 9.5 out of 10. The crinkle cut fries were crispy with the perfect amount of salt. 9 out of 10. I had a great experience here and I'm sure you will too. Happy eats.
Man I LOVE Dave's Hot Chicken. I've been to about a half dozen different locations and the tenders have consistently been amazingly high quality across the board. This spot was no exception. The tenders were large, generously saturated in my favorite spice, and unbelievably moist and juicy. There was no line when we came in and service was speedy with getting our tenders out in less than five minutes while still maintaining that excellent quality. Hopefully some locations will open up around WA so I can enjoy it more often. But overall great food, friendly staff, and enjoyable atmosphere with the always entertaining artwork. 10/10
This isn't my first time to this Dave's hot chicken spot, but it is my first review. I'll say it's def CARB city with how much bread you get with your food. We ordered the 2 slider combo with fries and an extra tender on the side to share. We got lucky and they gave us an extra tenders on top of the extra one I ordered, so that's a WIN! Haha. The tenders were super crunchy and the meat was moist. We got mild Sammie's and medium single tender. The spicy is definitely there and good enough. I give it a good 6 out 10 on the heat scale. The fries were just meh, but that's normally my opinion about fries everywhere. It's RARE fries get my attention or thumbs up, but I'll always eat them because they are delicious! Haha. They gave me A TON of pickles but it still wasn't enough because I love pickles. Customer service was basic and nothing to brag about, but HEY that's still good customer service. I don't expect a place like this to WOW me. Parking can be tight, but it is doable and depending on when and what time you go may make it easier or harder to park.
Food- I ordered 2 chicken sliders with fries. The spice level was Mild. Mild is not really mild. It's a good order for a kid if you're not into spice. I will add the chicken is fresh but the issue is their powdery spice & the ratio of breading/crust to chicken & spice. It's just not proportionate. You get more breading/ spice as opposed to meat. The sliders come with a coleslaw and pickles combo. Fries- fries would be better if they were a little crunchy... they're crinkle fries. Slider like roll is decent. Size wise if chicken- fairly larger than most places. Side of Mac & Cheese: their Mac & cheese is pretty good. It's cheesy, rich and the noodles are cooked relatively well. They're not soggy. Highly recommend. Milkshake- strawberry- it's alright. Could you a tad more flavor of strawberry. Those are made to order- which before we even finished paying the shake was done! That's kinda nice! Ambiance- overall it's a clean shop. Tables are bussed and there's plenty of room. It's super bright lol so bring some shades. I give it a 3 based on the chicken. The chicken is their "star" but it could use some work around spice and the ratio of breading to chicken and spice. I'm not sure I'd return. Maybe for the Mac but not for the chicken.
I have to laugh about this one. I had heard that Dave's Hot Chicken was making a "Dave's NOT Chicken" which was actually cauliflower. I was really excited to try it so when I was in the area, I placed an order online, went to pick it up, and took it home. When I open it up, I'm thinking, "wow this really looks like chicken." When I bite into it, I'm thinking, "wow this really taste like chicken." So I go to look up how they make their cauliflower and I realized... This is chicken. Yes, I had ordered a regular chicken sandwich thinking it was the new cauliflower. Dang it. So, I think that their sandwiches are good. The "hot" level spice was about what I expected it to be. The fries were just all right. I am super excited that they're offering a cauliflower option. I hope I will get to try it soon. And I hope that if they make it a permanent menu item, it's more clear that you are receiving it or not (for example, some businesses stick a big green vegan sticker on their vegan items if they also serve meat).
So, I've been driving past the Dave's on Sandy Blvd for months, and thinking "I ought to give this a try". But I was also pretty unmotivated - I mean, really? Did we need another chicken place? I also saw that Samuel L Jackson was an investor, and found that to be intriguing, and read the origin story and thought yeah, well, ok, maybe this will be different. And today, my partner had an extended trip to a nearby medical facility and it was lunch time, and I figured, what the hell, might as well. This is a typical fast food restaurant. You walk up to the counter - eventually, there was a line - and the perky and attentive counter agent took my order, and I paid, and sat down waiting for my number to be called. I opted for the Dave's #1 - two tenders, with fries, and Dave's sauce. There are seven levels of spice, ranging from "No Spice" to "Reaper". While I enjoy spicy food, I'm picky about my spice, and like it bundled with a lot of flavor, so I opted for a nice, safe "Medium". A few minutes later, my number was called, and I was face to face with lunch. It was... OK. The chicken was moist and tender, just the way well cooked chicken should be. I thought the size of the tenders was good, about half a typical boneless chicken breast each. The coating was more heat than flavor, and very unsatisfyingly NOT crunchy. I was expecting at least Popeye's level, maybe all the way up to Bae's, but nope. It was just sort of there. The fries, however, were delish. The "Dave's sauce" was some sort of spicy mayonnaise that registered as more greasy than tasty. The pickle slices were deeply appreciated, and I'd def order more of those next time. The two slices of wonder bread that the chicken arrived parked on top of, like coasters at a dive bar? I just left them sitting there, coated with the grease they absorbed - probably the best possible use. I'll be making at least one more trip. My partner was intrigued, but not jelly about missing the opportunity, so there will be one to satisfy her curiousity. And I'm kinda wondering about the Mac and Cheese, the cheese fries, and the milkshakes. The kale slaw? Yeah, they can keep allll of that. So: it's not "not recommended" but it's also not "omg stop right now and go". Just a solid, very mid, not supremely satisfying chicken place. T
4 months ago
We love Dave's hot chicken. Fresh fries, large sliders and tenders! I love their sauce and the ambiance of every restaurant. Every bite was so fresh and hot! The slider buns are so soft and flavorful. I love the variety of spice levels. Service was pretty quick and friendly here. read more
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First time dining at Dave's Hot Chicken. The place was filled with customers on the day of our visit. There were lots of kids and teenagers. The interior was bouncing with noise. It was fine because it must mean their food is good :) We ordered Dave's combo #3 which came with 1 tender, 1 sandwich, fries and a piece of bread. My husband and I don't normally eat much so this combo was just right for us. You can order different spice level for each piece of chicken. We ordered Hot for the sandwich and medium for the tender. Hot is spicy but it is really not super spicy. In fact, it is more salty than spicy. I think I can definitely get the spice level one notch up but I don't think my husband can handle it. We suspect that they marinate their chicken pieces in brine. This may explain why the chicken is very salty. However the chicken was very moist. The Hot piece felt like it was even saltier than the medium spice level. Not that it was not good but it definitely helps to eat the chicken with bread! Their fries are crinkle style and was fried to perfection. It was seasoned well. I like it just the way it was prepared. The service was good. We will definitely go back again. read more
What I liked: prices were fair for the quantity provided, fries were excellent, chicken was moist & well-cooked, self-serve drink station, spice levels were actually hot. What I will caution about: decor was loud as was the noise level bouncing off all the hard surfaces in the eating area, chicken is brined so adding the Nashville hot sauces make the chicken very salty tasting. Pickle slices are inherently salty. Bottom line is that it's nice to have another national chicken chain in the area and extra nice if you like Nashville hot-style chicken. If you like spicy food and are OK with salt, this is your place. Would be better if you could have the spiciness w/o increasing the saltiness cuz the chicken was delicious. And the staff were quite friendly too. read more
2 months ago
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Lots of parking available and seating inside and outside! We went around 9 pm, and it was still pretty busy inside but we still were able to get seats and our orders really fast. Good environment for a late night snack. We ordered two #3 sets, one spicy and one medium. I got the spicy one and thought it was perfect, a small kick but not overwhelming where I couldn't eat it without downing liquids. The slider was delicious! The chicken was a HUGE cut. But wasn't dry tasting , had great flavor. The tender was okay, I think I preferred the slider over the tender. The fries were super good too. I was surprised I usually don't like crinkle cut but those were yummy! The drinks were also good. They had a great slushy consistency and flavor. We got a side of mac and it was good, though I think it was a little too runny for my taste but flavor wise was decent. I'd def go again for the slider and fries :)) read more
Dave's Hot Chicken has a lively vibe when you walk in. The service is great, they were helpful and friendly. The sliders are delicious, fried to perfection and the flavor was phenomenal. 9.5 out of 10. The crinkle cut fries were crispy with the perfect amount of salt. 9 out of 10. I had a great experience here and I'm sure you will too. Happy eats. read more
6 months ago
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Man I LOVE Dave's Hot Chicken. I've been to about a half dozen different locations and the tenders have consistently been amazingly high quality across the board. This spot was no exception. The tenders were large, generously saturated in my favorite spice, and unbelievably moist and juicy. There was no line when we came in and service was speedy with getting our tenders out in less than five minutes while still maintaining that excellent quality. Hopefully some locations will open up around WA so I can enjoy it more often. But overall great food, friendly staff, and enjoyable atmosphere with the always entertaining artwork. 10/10 read more
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3 years ago
This isn't my first time to this Dave's hot chicken spot, but it is my first review. I'll say it's def CARB city with how much bread you get with your food. We ordered the 2 slider combo with fries and an extra tender on the side to share. We got lucky and they gave us an extra tenders on top of the extra one I ordered, so that's a WIN! Haha. The tenders were super crunchy and the meat was moist. We got mild Sammie's and medium single tender. The spicy is definitely there and good enough. I give it a good 6 out 10 on the heat scale. The fries were just meh, but that's normally my opinion about fries everywhere. It's RARE fries get my attention or thumbs up, but I'll always eat them because they are delicious! Haha. They gave me A TON of pickles but it still wasn't enough because I love pickles. Customer service was basic and nothing to brag about, but HEY that's still good customer service. I don't expect a place like this to WOW me. Parking can be tight, but it is doable and depending on when and what time you go may make it easier or harder to park. read more
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1 year ago
Food- I ordered 2 chicken sliders with fries. The spice level was Mild. Mild is not really mild. It's a good order for a kid if you're not into spice. I will add the chicken is fresh but the issue is their powdery spice & the ratio of breading/crust to chicken & spice. It's just not proportionate. You get more breading/ spice as opposed to meat. The sliders come with a coleslaw and pickles combo. Fries- fries would be better if they were a little crunchy... they're crinkle fries. Slider like roll is decent. Size wise if chicken- fairly larger than most places. Side of Mac & Cheese: their Mac & cheese is pretty good. It's cheesy, rich and the noodles are cooked relatively well. They're not soggy. Highly recommend. Milkshake- strawberry- it's alright. Could you a tad more flavor of strawberry. Those are made to order- which before we even finished paying the shake was done! That's kinda nice! Ambiance- overall it's a clean shop. Tables are bussed and there's plenty of room. It's super bright lol so bring some shades. I give it a 3 based on the chicken. The chicken is their "star" but it could use some work around spice and the ratio of breading to chicken and spice. I'm not sure I'd return. Maybe for the Mac but not for the chicken. read more
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Julie C.
Apologies for any disappointment caused during your visit. We'd love…
I have to laugh about this one. I had heard that Dave's Hot Chicken was making a "Dave's NOT Chicken" which was actually cauliflower. I was really excited to try it so when I was in the area, I placed an order online, went to pick it up, and took it home. When I open it up, I'm thinking, "wow this really looks like chicken." When I bite into it, I'm thinking, "wow this really taste like chicken." So I go to look up how they make their cauliflower and I realized... This is chicken. Yes, I had ordered a regular chicken sandwich thinking it was the new cauliflower. Dang it. So, I think that their sandwiches are good. The "hot" level spice was about what I expected it to be. The fries were just all right. I am super excited that they're offering a cauliflower option. I hope I will get to try it soon. And I hope that if they make it a permanent menu item, it's more clear that you are receiving it or not (for example, some businesses stick a big green vegan sticker on their vegan items if they also serve meat). read more
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So, I've been driving past the Dave's on Sandy Blvd for months, and thinking "I ought to give this a try". But I was also pretty unmotivated - I mean, really? Did we need another chicken place? I also saw that Samuel L Jackson was an investor, and found that to be intriguing, and read the origin story and thought yeah, well, ok, maybe this will be different. And today, my partner had an extended trip to a nearby medical facility and it was lunch time, and I figured, what the hell, might as well. This is a typical fast food restaurant. You walk up to the counter - eventually, there was a line - and the perky and attentive counter agent took my order, and I paid, and sat down waiting for my number to be called. I opted for the Dave's #1 - two tenders, with fries, and Dave's sauce. There are seven levels of spice, ranging from "No Spice" to "Reaper". While I enjoy spicy food, I'm picky about my spice, and like it bundled with a lot of flavor, so I opted for a nice, safe "Medium". A few minutes later, my number was called, and I was face to face with lunch. It was... OK. The chicken was moist and tender, just the way well cooked chicken should be. I thought the size of the tenders was good, about half a typical boneless chicken breast each. The coating was more heat than flavor, and very unsatisfyingly NOT crunchy. I was expecting at least Popeye's level, maybe all the way up to Bae's, but nope. It was just sort of there. The fries, however, were delish. The "Dave's sauce" was some sort of spicy mayonnaise that registered as more greasy than tasty. The pickle slices were deeply appreciated, and I'd def order more of those next time. The two slices of wonder bread that the chicken arrived parked on top of, like coasters at a dive bar? I just left them sitting there, coated with the grease they absorbed - probably the best possible use. I'll be making at least one more trip. My partner was intrigued, but not jelly about missing the opportunity, so there will be one to satisfy her curiousity. And I'm kinda wondering about the Mac and Cheese, the cheese fries, and the milkshakes. The kale slaw? Yeah, they can keep allll of that. So: it's not "not recommended" but it's also not "omg stop right now and go". Just a solid, very mid, not supremely satisfying chicken place. T read more
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3 years ago
The chicken and fries were so good! We went and picked it up and it was done at the time they said it would be done. The service was great. The o Lu thing I would say is it is a little pricey but you do get a lot of food so I guess that could make up for it lol read more
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8 months ago
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2 years ago
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Nice some sort of Portland Magic we talk about good chicken sandwiches on our way to Clackamas Town Center and we see Dave's on the way in. (Do want to note every limited gluten free options) We got almost every thing on the menu. Food: I'll get right to it, for the chicken we got hot for the sliders and tender. It was good, has a bit of build but was not really hot. We found the cheese on the fries hotter. Though, if you're eating a full meal hot is perfect as it doesn't make the meal just spicy. Now if you want spicy I say go up. The chicken itself was really good. It was juicy and even without the breading layer there was still flavor. The fries have a seasoning salt on them and were so tasty. Lastly, as the cheese fries, as mentioned the nacho style cheese on the fries has a bit of a kick too it, and really added to the already good fries. Dining, Parking and the such: Getting into the shopping center from the mall was a bit of a circle but relatively easy and there is actually a parking lot so big win in my eyes. Inside had plenty of seating and the food came out relatively quickly. Other note, the tender and fries reheat well. read more
1 year ago
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2 years ago
Quick, easy & simple meal!! It was flavorful and the sauce was yummy as well! Line was long but that's typical for a fast food chain. And the pickles are my FAV! read more
1 year ago
My son and I come here regularly, their service is always great and the food is delicious. Today, my sons sliders were spicier than normal. The crew was happy to replace them, and my son left happy and full. read more
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4 years ago
I waited a long time to try this place because I needed to be in the mood to eat really spicy food. That's because I foolishly thought it was literally all "hot" chicken. They have levels all the way up to reaper, but you can get mild too. I like a little spice but not too much and I love that you get to choose the level for every item. Meaning, you order a two slider meal but you can have mild for one and medium for the other. I thought it was really good, but I can't do more than medium myself. My partner went to hot (he didn't think reaper was a good idea) and it was REALLY hot. Love all the extra pickles too. Even with the tenders you get a slice of bread. Love crinkle cut fries and had to try the mac n cheese just to see, and it was creamy and delicious. I enjoy a place like this with a limited menu - do what you do and do it well. Reasonable prices and good food. read more
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Casual dining with juicy fried chicken! Choose the sliders or the tenders and pick your hot sauce tolerance. The slider buns may look small but the tenders are large, the pickles and their special sauce takes it to the next level. I have to order extra every time for my thick crinkle cut fries. Don't sleep on the Mac and cheese, it's creamy and comforting. The kids always request it. This space is large and family friendly. Enjoy the outdoor patio as well at the Clackamas location. read more
2 years ago
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3 years ago
Food is really good. Buns are nice and soft. Fries are a generous amount. I love the pickles. The sliders are huge. For me the extra hot was not hot. I will try the reaper next time. Service was so-so. It was very clean and the decor is fun and vibrant. read more
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My mom and I had lunch here it was both of our first time here. The chicken strips we ordered had choices of heat level we chose hot. The sauces and chicken were very good tasted fresh, juicy with perfectly crinkle cut fries. I loved mine and took both mine and my mom's leftovers they were still amazing when I ate them cold. The cashier and woman I asked for extra sauce for were very hospitable. The place was very well lit and had colorful art on the walls. Very clean. Next time I'm back in Portland will go back and take my fiancé. read more
I really liked the food. The chicken was great (a little spicy). I ordered a medium but clearly that was too much for me lol but the flavor was great and the chicken was moist. The fries were delicious and crispy. The portion is larger, but I had to snack on them while I drove lol. The staff was friendly and the service was quick. read more
3 years ago
Tried Dave's NOT Chicken Slider for the first time, and I was not disappointed. Very tasty! If a delicious fried cauliflower sandwich like this is healthy, then maybe I can give healthy eating a shot. read more
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Been wanting to try this place for a while. Located in a clackamas strip mall. Their menu is simple - sliders or tenders with fries. Got the sliders - one hot and another medium. Fries are great nice and crispy. Chicken was also good. Hot had some heat. Will come again read more
Being a Nashville hot chicken fan I was excited to see a Dave's when I was visiting Oregon. I ordered the two slider and fries combo. One mild and one medium and added cheese. I was impressed with the size of the sandwiches considering they call them sliders. I loved both flavors but really enjoyed the little punch of heat the medium delivered. The fries were plentiful and just the right crispness. The Dave's sauce is amazing. I could think of a lot of things to put that sauce on. The location was super easy to find and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The interior is bright and funky and super inviting. Hoping to see them expand more to the southeast part of the US. South Florida needs a Dave's Hot Chicken too. read more
Glad we tried it. Lots of hype. Otherwise, pretty messy and the heat on the chicken was so incredibly dry it made me want to sneeze. And everything was so so soooo salty. I enjoyed it all despite that but I don't think I'll be returning. read more
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Worth the hype! This place has really well seasoned chicken. The spice levels are pretty true to what they say. I got medium and I could of went hot or extra hot easily. But I loovveeee spicy food. Medium is probably a good level of heat for the average person. Fries were also seasoned and the sauce...wonderful. Filling and reasonably priced. read more
You change your meals Like Katy changes clothes Yeah, you're packing heat Like a winged buffalo And you overstuff Always spike calories I should know That you're no good for me 'Cause you're Hot then you're Gold Say Dave's then you're sold Chicken, then you're out Come here, if you're down You're quick when it's bite It's art and it's bright We fight over Tenders We share spicy Sliders You don't want Reaper again, no Next time it's Kale Slaw, cold You're Hot then you're Gold Say Dave's then you're sold Chicken, then you're out Come here, if you're down read more
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