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    Dave's Hot Chicken

    3.8 (28 reviews)
    Open • 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Julie B.

    First visit here. With so many chicken places, we wanted to see what Dave's was all about. Walking in the door, you are in the dining room. A brightly colored space painted with murals. Noon on a Saturday, most tables were full. With the tables that were open, they had crumbs or sauce smeared on the top. Chair look Industrial (uncomfortable for big butts and wide hips, yeah!) and painted bright red. **By the time we were almost done eating, lots of people had left and it quieted down. And then staff came out to clean and reorganize the tables and chairs. Walking up to the counter, the menu was very clear. Minimal meal options (only 4, similar to Cane's) as ordering chicken doesn't need to be fancy. And they also have vegetarian options by offering a cauliflower version. Meals don't come with a beverage included but there were alternatives to the soda fountain, like slushies or shakes. Staff was friendly and helpful with questions. We were given buzzers while our meals were being prepared. But orders were up within 5 minutes. I ordered a single slider (Mild). It came with an extra cup of Dave's sauce and a bunch of pickles. I had to ask for ketchup packets for my fries. Sis ordered 2 sliders (extra mild). It can't with the same sides but also a piece of plain white bread (no butter??). She also ordered a strawberry slushy. I sampled a taste. Very good for a hit summer day. It's hard to explain the taste of the chicken. I don't do well with Nashville HOT chicken. My throat revolts and I can't breathe, causing a coughing fit with tears. So I was nervous what I'd get with MILD. No heat at all. It was covered in red seasoning (cayenne pepper??) but it actually tasted sweet, which was weird. The chicken was crispy on the outside, nice and juicy on the inside. I liked the soft slider bun, and the Kale slaw gave a nice crunch. I liked the Dave's sauce at first but didn't stand out my the end of the meal. I used it to add some sauce to the sandwich, since there was no other mayo or ketchup on it. The fries were fresh, hot. All soft potatoes, no crunchy outside. Served with sweet, red seasoning again. What is this? Why is it sweet? I would have preferred no seasoning. The best part was the pickles. I got 6 off them! And they were a perfect juicy, sour dill. For me, it's a one and done. But sis said she'd come back here again. So we'll see....I'd maybe try the loaded fries and a slushy.

    Hunnie Y.

    Just tried some spicy chicken and wow, the reaper heat was absolutely on point! Seriously, top-notch spice level. The mozzarella sticks were pretty tasty too, a nice cheesy addition. My only minor gripe is that the employee at the drive thru was a bit odd, asking for the name on the order than asking us weird questions that was irrelevant to our drive up order. Overall, a solid meal though! Def coming back! Still have heartburn

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    Kripa M.

    Have been wanting to try Dave's hot chicken since they opened. Finally got the opportunity to do so and it was good. Got the two sliders one hot and the other extra hot with fries. Having grown up eating spicy food didn't think the hot was very hot. Next time will have to try the reaper. The sandwiches were tasty regardless of how I felt about the spice level. Service was quick and friendly. The spice levels were explained to me well since it was my first time there.

    Glenn M.

    I'm not crazy about chicken strips but these are pretty good. The spice makes it taste better. The fries that come with it have a nice seasoning on them.

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    Tippy P.

    Colorful murals on the walls. This restaurant just opened and wasn't too busy. My daughter ordered the slider and tender combo with fries. You can choose your level of spice, she chose hot. Flavorful tenders. Don't let the red color fool you, even if you choose no spice the color is still red. It's the batter they use. There's a drive thru option as well.

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    Allie M.

    Food 5/5 - The chicken was hot, fresh and flavorful. We got our food within a timely manner. Looking forward to coming back! Service/ Ambiance 5/5 - Restaurant was clean and well maintained. Staff was inviting and very informative with any questions you have.

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    Don't do it. Wanted to try it. 14 for two chicken strips. Not busy took 20 minutes. Tasted like ones from Costco

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    Amazing!!! Free cups and yummy chicken. Pretty good and not super spicy the mild is good.

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    2 years ago

    Great food and service with spice level options. Went with the 2 slider combo 1 medium and 2 hot. Not too hot.

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    Food was pretty good but the employee seemed really flustered and didn't seem very interested in answering my questions

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