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    Dave's Hot Chicken

    4.3 (19 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Sherene N.

    A five star chicken spot. Almost unheard of in my book. This place was packed and the flow of customers was very consistent. As soon as someone got up from a table we grabbed it. Very clean, very vibrant space. Menu is simple, does not over complicate things. Sliders and tenders. Even a vegan option called Dave's Not Chicken which is a cauliflower sub. The heat ranges from none to sign a waiver if you want to try it.(!) I love the option that allows you to get a tender and a slider because why not? I did. I punked out a bit and got the mild flavor. Fair warning that mild is no heat at all. Not to me atleast. Next time I'll go for medium. My people tried Medium and said they could've done hot. So, we'll have to see another time. The fries though. Hold up! Whatever crack they sprinkled on those crinkle cut beauties need to be sold for profit. It was addicting and fresh. The daves sauce paired perfectly with them. The sandwiches and sliders were well and thoroughly seasoned. I could've have definitely gone spicier. The delicious Dill pickle cuts and the coleslaw cooled my already cool down. Honey packets and ketchup available upon demand. Regardless of the traffic, the order was done at an appropriate amount of time. Everyone I was with lamented on the portions, quality and presentation. All were a hit. Who doesn't love a Nashville style tender paired with great sauce, excellent pickles and a great slaw? I do! Customer service was pleasant despite the overwhelming influx of customers. I'm definitely going to come back. Worth every penny. Just an FYI though, those "sliders" are regular sandwich size. I only really needed one and the delicious fries. Well played Dave. Well played.

    Dave's #4 1 Slider with Fries - mild
    Gloria L.

    Honestly, I came into this establishment at 10 pm not expecting much because it was late and it is fast food. But I was so pleasantly surprised The wait wasn't that long and the cashier had a very great attitude. The fries and chicken were super crispy which I loved. It's more of a dry rub, rather than sauce on the chicken but it's a game changer if you put the honey on the sandwich!!!

    Daves #3 (1 tender, 1 slider, French fries)
    Nate L.

    TLDR: great food, great value. Eat the chicken tender/sliders with honey and Dave's sauce. New establishment in Kearny and it certainly did not disappoint. The staff were friendly and helpful, food was amazing and worth its price. A lot of seating in very busy environment. Looking at the menu, you would think it is pricy just for some chicken. But it's not. It's worth is value and the flavors you get to experience are priceless. Chicken tenders are HUGE, fries are nice and crisp, Dave's sauce is perfect and when paired together... heaven. Daves #3: 1 mild tender and 1 medium slider with a side of fries. As mentioned above, extremely flavorful, not too much kick but enough to remind you why its Dave's HOT chicken. Had a hard time finishing the combo due to how big the tenders were. Highly recommend pairing the tender with honey and Dave's sauce

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    Pete B.

    After a long day of baseball, the kid wanted to go to Dave's Hot Chicken. We ordered there opposed to ordering online. Inside was very clean and well organized. Very wide open and plenty of seating inside if you wanted to eat in. We all got the chicken sandwich. My son and I got our chicken with medium sauce and my wife got mild. Medium had a slight kick. Nothing crazy. Chicken itself was tender and freshly made. I think there was just a little too much breading on it for me I also got an order of Mac and Cheese which I shared with my son and I got the kale slaw which was VERY GOOD. Mac and cheese was creamy and enough as a side dish for two people. To wash it down, we all got icees that came in collectible cups. I got the orange, the kid got blue raspberry and my wife got strawberry lemonade. At the end of the day, a VERY solid option to get away from the every day fast food options.

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    We aim to impress! Thank you! Come back again soon!

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    Boom! Glad you loved it! Thanks for the awesome review!

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    We aim to impress! Thank you! Come back again soon!

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    1 year ago

    Elliot the general manager is awesome. He has amazing customer service. The facility is clean and the environment is friendly.

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    1 year ago

    Quick service and very good food. Always order to pick up and orders are correct and on time

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    2 years ago

    Cool spot, easy parking, friendly service & delicious chicken! Coke products, slushies and shakes!

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    2 years ago

    Atmosphere was cool. Servers were awsome and quick. The chicken was juicy and tender and tasted amazing. I will be back

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    Ashley is a great server would come again! Highly recommend! Great environment and clean!

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