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    Dave's Hot Chicken

    3.9 (45 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Daisa J.

    If you needed a sign to pull up to Dave's Hot Chicken... this is it I was invited out to their Silver Spring location to try the new menu items, and as a true Dave's lover, I was ready. Started off with their new Fruity Pebble strawberry milkshake -- sweet, fun, and honestly dangerous. Then of course, the classic Dave's chicken sandwich... still a solid 10/10 every single time. Tried the new loaded fries (and yes, I'll be getting them again with extra pickles because why play?) The new saucy bites with Mike's Hot Honey + Reaper Ranch? Elite behavior only And I couldn't leave without the OG tenders -- Dave's sauce, honey, and a pickle. They never miss. After all that heat, I cooled off with a Powerade slushy and it hit every spot. 12255 Prosperity Dr. Suite 113, Silver Spring, MD 20904 Save this for your next Dave's run and tag me if you try anything! #dmvfoodie #dmv #dmveats #dmvrestaurants #daveshotchicken

    Trippy decor
    Kwame S.

    Overall, I had a great experience at Dave's Hot Chicken. Originally, I wanted to check out another restaurant for a quick breakfast, but that restaurant was packed. Since I was down for breakfast or non-breakfast food, I decided to check out Dave's Hot Chicken which was in the same shopping center because it was pretty empty (probably bc it was 10:30/11 am). Upon entering the restaurant, I was quickly greeted by two delightful crew members. The guy taking my order was very patient with me because I needed some time to review the extensive menu. For my dining pleasure, I went with the slider combo, which has two chicken sliders with french fries for about 14 bucks without tip. I'll admit that I was slightly disappointed that the combo did not include a drink. But, it is what it is. I thought my sliders were very delicious and thickly packed. For my next visit, I have to remember to request my food without pickles. Not only are there several pickles on the sandwich, the restaurant also serves 3-4 pickles on the side. I guess you are supposed to combine pickles with hot chicken. I thought the portions were pretty generous for the price tag. I appreciated that the food was prepared to order and came out piping hot. I think my wait time was about 5-6 minutes; however, the restaurant was pretty empty so there might be longer wait times depending on the number of customers. Generally speaking, I thought the restaurant was pretty clean, and I really liked the "trippy" artwork on the ceiling and walls of the establishment. All in all, I am more than happy to return in the future to try more things from the menu. Well, actually, I guess chicken tenders are pretty much the only thing major item on the menu. Perhaps, I should say that I should return in the future to try a different spice level because believe they have 5 or 6 different spice levels.

    2 Tenders w/ Fries
    John L.

    Pro: big parking lot, online ordering, delivery app, clean interior. Con: wait time. Wanted to try this restaurant for a while and finally had the chance today. I ordered the 2 tenders with fries and the 2 sliders with fries online. Parking lot is big so no issue finding a parking space. When I arrived it was at the exact estimated time for pick up but it was so busy that my food wasn't ready so I had to wait a bit. The atmosphere was nice and had good music playing in the background. I notice other people waiting and door dash driver waiting also. The food overall was good but nothing exceptional. All in all, had a good experience and I would recommend anyone to try this place atleast once.

    Melody Y.

    Overall good price, good atmosphere, friendly staff, and clean environment. Sliders: 4/5 the chicken in the sandwich is not as big compared to chick fila but it's def healthier tasting and has a better crunch. I got hot for the spice level after reading reviews and people saying the medium was lacking but the hot was not! It was a good amount of spice. I also tried the very hot and if I ate all of that, it probably would have hurt my stomach. Fries: 5/5 good, perfectly crunchy, lightly seasoned.

    Box of ten
    Tom T.

    So if there's a review that's less than glowing everyone sees a response from "Business Manager," Brett G, saying she's sorry and wants to make things right. Just go to www.tellusdirect.com/DHC Except that link doesn't work. Just an FYI for those following along.

    Dave D.

    This is my 2nd visit to a Dave's and the experience was similar both times. First off, the food tastes great. A couple sliders and fries with a 20oz beverage fills you up. The chicken is crispy on the edges and juicy inside and for me the medium sauce hits the spot with a lot of flavor and a good mild heat. The downside and the reason for the ding on the stars... #1 is the speed of delivery. On a Sunday night I walked in the door and directly to the counter with no line and my receipt says I ordered at 8:37 with my food given to me at 8:52 (though it says 8:47 on the box). There was very little action in the dine in area and about 6 orders ahead of me from various online platforms. 15 mins is not fast food or even fast casual... previous experience was also about 15 mins to get food. This is not a place to go if you are in a rush. #2 is that they ask you if you want sauce or ketchup but then they are stingy with what they give. 3 ketchup packs don't cut it and if you ask for more it's like you are putting them out. At $19 for a meal Just put some napkins and ketchup in the bag and know you are going to have better customer satisfaction rather than annoyance. Total cost was $19.04 for #2 meal with cheese added to the sandwiches and a bottle of soda I'll also 2nd the person who said the music was loud at this location too in the dining area The food Is good but not sure the wait is worth the hassle.

    10 pc. Cauliflower Tender Bites w/ Fries
    Maria P.

    For one thing, I'm a little upset that it took so long for me to try this place. They were trending all over Tik Tok with people raving over the chicken and various customizations. So of course I had to try. You mean that levels of spice actually match the description? The medium is actually a medium? I've been waiting for this. The chicken is always perfectly cooked, juicy, and hot. The buns are soft and complement the meal just the way they're supposed to. I enjoy slaw and pickles, and that you can easily remove them while ordering via app. The fries are...inconsistent. Sometimes they're crunchy and flavorful and exactly what you want. Other times they're a sloppy mess that could be turned into a frittata the next day. The cauliflower bites...wow oh wow oh wow! Much better than expected, and taste great with Dave's sauce. I could eat them every day. The staff is friendly, the establishment is clean, and service is fairly quick. A solid choice if you happen to be in the area :) *update: the cauliflower bites taste great cold.-*

    My lunch...plain spice chicken sliders and one tender combo with kale slaw. It was just okay
    Joy O.

    I was HANGRY!!! So, I needed to get a quick bite. I was near this spot and decided to stop here. I had the chicken tender and sliders combo with Kale slaw. Food was okay. Service was fine. The person taking my order was nice and asked if it was my first time. He was patient as I figured out my order. The star of my visit was the decor. It was VIBRANT, colorful, clean, and inviting. Very trendy looking. Take a look at the pictures. Want more authentic opinions? Check out my video reviews on my various social media platforms: CocoaAlmondJoy/CocoasJoy

    Denise A.

    Very clean place & colorful decor. I was greeted as soon as I got to the counter & that made me feel welcome. I got an order of frites and it aS so tasty and well seasoned. I also got one of their slushees drinks, strawberry flavor lemonade & it was really good. I def need to come back & try other items on the menu.

    Lisa Y.

    This just opened up the street from me. I had the chicken slider with fries. Everything was seasoned so well and the one slider was plenty for lunch! Will be back again!

    Gracious L.

    Visited this location and the customer service was absolutely fantastic. I was greeted by a member of staff upon arrival. The store was clean and organized. I ordered the 1 tender, 1 slider and fries combo with regular drink on the side. The chicken was crispy, well cooked and flavorful-i ordered extra hot and it was exactly that. Absolutely love the Dave's sauce which paired well with the meal. Cant wait to come back and try more food options.

    2 piece tender with side of Mac and cheese, with Dave's sauce and honey!

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    very nice employees. and very tasty food, and very nice clean resturant, as well as nice bathrooms

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    Sweet server today. My chicken was crunchy and good. Would be nice to add the calories intake for the macncheese/fries/chicken combo

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    Tasty chicken fingers! Wish the sauce had a kick. Service was great and location was very clean

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    Service was good for fast food - very friendly. Bright modern industrial decor. Fries and chicken sliders were delicious.

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    got free food from there twice! Customer service super nice, food delicous, smells great in there!

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    Portions are big and seasoning is perfect. I enjoyed both hot and medium. I ordered once for pickup and at the restaurant.

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    I was really looking forward to this place but found the chicken to be dry and tasteless. Pretty pricey as well.

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    Jason had great customer service. Service was really good. The food was really good and I will come back

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    Beteseb Restaurant

    Beteseb Restaurant

    4.3(294 reviews)
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    I've been coming here quite a lot lately because the ethio food is not only second to none…read more(especially if you're a meat eater), but the place has pretty decent ambiance as far as your hole-in-the-wall ethio spots go. I always get the veggie combo, and I probably always will. Their tomato lettuce salad is perfection, not an afterthought, and I wouldn't mind if they gave me a whole bowls worth to grab in every bite! I've sampled bits of the meat off my partner's platters, and it far exceeds any we've ever tasted around here from an ethiopian restaurant. Back to the ambiance. I recently brought two good friends here because the space is bright and decent. That said, reservations are a MUST if you are bringing a party of larger than 2, due to how tiny the space is, and for a group, you really need to get spots either by the window or maybe their dark nook in the back. (you'll know when you visit). So so good... I'm not sure I want to go anywhere else at this point for my ethio fix!

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    It's been quite some time since I've been to Amina Thai and was in the mood so...here we are…read more We decided on Pad Thai (chicken), Drunken noodles (Shrimp), and samosas...wow. Delicious. You can adjust the heat (we chose medium) and the portions are generous. Keep in mind that Thai food can be extremely spicy, so choose wisely :D I can't get over how exceptional everything tasted. I remember it being good but not like this. The chicken tasted CLEAN (this requires a full-blown conversation to explain) and had the perfect bite. If you're ordering takeout then make sure to mix the noodles before eating. The samosas were PERFECT. Is it pricier than other places? Yes. Does the taste match the price? Also yes. Keep in mind that sometimes it's because of the ingredient quality and where it comes from. Some are simply more expensive than others. My attitude towards Thai food is a bit of a love/hate situation, but Amina just might put me back on the love wagon. Some places have this overwhelming fishy taste in everything, which I truly hate. From the depths of my soul. Oh yes, and it's also Halal. Bonus :D Order some takeout or dine in, whatever tickles your fancy, and enjoy!

    Amina Thai in Silver Spring, MD has been a good experience on the few occasions I have dined. Their…read morestyle and production of Thai cuisine seems to be consistent with that of others of similar caliber in the area and DMV as a whole. Their staple dishes such as Drunken Noodles, Thai Fried Rice, Kaprow Fried Rice, Pad Broccoli and such are pretty much consistent with the way in which others of similar caliber produce it in the DMV. The food here is always fresh and delicious. I am satisfied with the quantity of food you get for the price you pay. I recommend exercising caution when experimenting with their menu items that specifically indicate SPICY because in my experience spicy here means loaded which chili pepper and almost to the point where you might miss the overall flavor of the dish due to the heat being so much in the foreground. Storefront street parking is terrible so you'll need to take advantage of nearby parking garages if you are not walking. Overall a good experience. I'll continue to patronize this place. Give them a try.

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    No complaints about the food. Our first time eating Afghan food. Kinda reminded us of Greek food…read morebut NO DISRESPECT ... we know the spices, etc. are different ... just wanted to give you a comparative reference. Pretty much EVERYthing was delicious and FRESH. (Look at the romaine lettuce on the gyros!) We were a little skeptical to eat there because it was sooo empty but then we remembered, Duhhh ... it was after 8 on a Sunday evening. I regret not getting the owners name (same man in the attached pic) but my daughter just moved close to here so I know I'll see him again soon. Like, for real, I already want another gyro and samosa. I personally wasn't a fan of the baklava. (Admittedly, I prefer the Greek version over this Afghan version buttt worth trying on your own.) Don't look for 4-star ambience (just keeping it real, Downtown Silver Spring is not the upper echelon of suburban society anymore) buttt definitely expect 3 star food and service from this little carryout. When you go, tell them you saw it on Yelp!

    This review is for takeout…read more Can't say I recommend. I did a pickup order and ended up waiting 45 minutes in an empty restaurant. The cashier was unfriendly but not rude. The bigger issue is the food. I ordered the Chapli Kabob is just not good, 2 patties over rice and slice of bread. The chicken plate and the hummus were just alright. With as many restaurants in silver spring, there's no reason go back to mediocre food and service

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    3.5(370 reviews)
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    I had another destination in mind, but when I saw the sign that said they had indian, nepalese, and…read moreEthiopian food, I stopped in my tracks. It wasn't a platter type of night, but both Indian and Ethiopian cuisines have some great appetizers, so we stopped in after a movie. It was cool to see the breakdown of a vibey bar scene on one side and a sit down area on the other period both sides had the World Cup showing, so there was really no going wrong. The woman who greeted us led us to decide where we wanted to go. According to their hours, they are open until 1AM. We decided to get the stuffed naan basket, sambusas, and chicken momos -- A nice but fairly light spread for the evening. We or later told that they were finished with the naan basket... For an Indian restaurant more than 3 hours before they closed, that was surprising to me... I should have specified whether it was naan in general or just that basket, but still. The other two items came after 25 minutes or so. The sambusas were fried HARD, but had a great flavor. The momos were solid! We had a good time catching up, and they did great keeping water refilled (mostly). It took a while to close out -- they probably thought we were invested in the game and not in a hurry, but it's a weeknight and we were on Metro's time. I am curious about their proper Indian and Ethiopian entrees ... By the way, I saw a mouse right before we left... It was in the back on the dining room side past the tables.

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