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Dave's Hot Chicken

3.6 (58 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)
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Slider, tender, and fries
Peter Y.

Have been hooked, sometimes it can take a little bit to get your food, especially when it's swamped, but they try their best to get it out. And when you get it, the chicken is so tender. I love the sauce too. Great fries! I saw a manager handling an upset customer, and I thought he was very professional tonight 4/6 around 7 PM. He looked like a taller Asian gentleman. Some guys seemed upset and seemed like they wanted a refund or a free meal, but I just like how the manager handled them even though it looked like they were just trying to get a free meal. Stand your ground, you guys are doing great.

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Adam C.

So happy we finally got a DHC closer to us! The chicken and fries were just as delicious and at the same caliber as their locations around Portland, OR. Tenders were big and juicy and flavorful. Fries were crispy and hot and covered in that salty goodness(but maybe a bit too much salty seasoning). And man I love their daves sauce. Happy to report this location also gets 5/5 like the others I've eaten at. I tried the one level above medium a while back but it was just too hot too enjoy. Medium is that perfect balance between heat and flavor that keeps me coming back for more!

Yan L.

First time having Dave's hot chicken. This is a new location and newly opened. Food came out in a timely manner. I was surprised at the portion size. The chicken was surprisingly good and fried to the perfect amount; was a bit on the spicier side. Overall, pretty good experience would come back. The only thing was that they didn't put in sauces when requested and ran out of utensils

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Rene D.

Came with a lady friend today after Penny's shopping. Today was the soft opening and the app didn't work yet. Boy we got here right when the kids got outta school or something... packed. Prices are not bad! I had a #3 (14.99 I think) which is a slider and a tender with fries. She had the #4 (9.99). just slider and fries. I have to say they were fast and it was fantastic!! The meat was huge portions on the bun too. Several different heat flavors to choose from too. I didn't care for the Dave sauce but ranch was really good! I chose medium and it was perfect. We sat in the outdoor seating area with the plastic like walls. It was very warm. I saw the manager come in to Ck the heat factor out there too. So that was nice!! Will go back fur sur! The decor is modern and colorful and gives off a modern vibe. I can see being next to another burger place that kids will go here often.

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Food is subpar. The seasoning relies too heavily on the paprika or sauces. The spices on the fried chicken are disappointing. The only really good thing is the fries which may have too much seasoning for some. The Mac and cheese was kind of cold and really only tasted palatable when eaten with the fries. Speaking of the Mac and cheese, I found a piece of clear plastic in the cheese sauce when getting some noodles. It looked similar to the kind around the cutlery. The time to cook seems a bit longer than I'd expect from "fast food" but they do have a good sized seating area outside with heaters for the colder times. They offer a military discount that makes the price reasonable for what you get, but without it, it is overpriced.

Cindy H.

Im happy a Dave's is finally opened down south, but they definitely need more work. It was hectic and busy and it took almost an hour for our food. We got the chicken tenders and the chicken sliders both extra hot. The heat was definitely there just how I remembered. And the chicken was moist. I do wish they gave more sauce and pickles for the fries and sliders. But food did not disappoint.

Eileen H.

Love that Dave's Hot Chicken has made its way to the South Puget Sound. I went during their Grand Opening weekend for dinner and the line wasn't bad at around 5:45pm. We waited 20 minutes to order and the food arrived shortly after that. I like that this location has kiosks to place your order in addition to taking orders at the counter. It makes the line run much faster! The food was excellent and on par with the other locations I've visited in California. The chicken was juicy, flavorful, and piping hot. The music was really loud the day we went, so it was difficult to carry a conversation or hear your order number get called out. They also don't provide free water so be prepared to order drinks if you choose to dine in.

This is a chicken slider.
Susan H.

We visited Daves Hot Chicken today. It was clean but they provide no wait staff. You bus your own table. You just get in line and order from a menu on the wall, We each ordered a chicken slider. The chicken was very dry and thin. The fries were good but the slaw on the bun was almost non existent. You have to ask for utensils and napkins. There was no sweetener for the ice tea and when brought to the attention of the manager he just shrugged his shoulders. Would we go again probably not given the wide variety of restaurants in the area with great food. Chick Fil A has no worries

Dave's #3 1 Tender & 1 Slider w/ Fries
Brayan M.

Customer by far the worst I've seen. My friend had ordered food and they gave his food to someone else and then gave it to him even though they had already opened it. Food was decent, wasn't hot. Didn't get any utensils even though I had asked for them. It's a nice place, tables are dirty.

Price for shakes is outdated. Please get this updated asap.
Jaydon S.

Price needs to be updated. Shakes are more expensive than what's posted. Misleading. Menus should be changed prior to increasing in price

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21 days ago

There loaded fries were really good. And there atmosphere is nice I would definitely eat here again!

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7 days ago

great food! definitely coming back 10/10. food came out fast & great customer service

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9 days ago

such a great experience every time at Dave's hot chicken the food was warm and yummy and the chicken was tender and soft and juicy

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1 month ago

First time at Dave's. The service was quick and the food delicious! Had the Mozzarella Sticks & a #2.

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2 months ago

Food was pricey but pretty good. Service was very good and fast. Ambiance was good. Definite must if you like spice (I do not)

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Not good customer service sucks at the new location no flavor on chicken. Cool atmosphere and that's it

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Service was great and Fast! Very Friendly! Lots of people but moved quickly! Glad they opened one closer to home!

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