HCK Hot Chicken

I ate here for lunch on 10/1 . This is not my first time coming here. It's one of my favorite…read moreplaces to each lunch. I ordered the half and half, sloppy Jo and Greek salad. The salad was so fresh and delicious. The sloppy Jo was huge even though it was a half size portion. The restaurant was and clean and had plenty of seating. The service was fast and the staff was very friendly. They offer a large variety of desserts too but I did not order any. I frequent this place because the food is so good and the service is amazing.

First time trying this place out. I was a little overwhelmed about walking in and having to order…read moreright at the counter. I saw that they had a printable menu so you could sit down and look, but I didn't see it until after I panic ordered! I settled for a combo, half salad and a half sandwich. I guess I didn't read the small print where you had to be selective about the salad, so I ended up getting a Caesar salad and then I tried the chipotle avocado chicken sandwich. I also got a side of potatoes which were crispy and very delicious. The side costs extra, which was as bummer cause some places give you a side for free. The sandwich was good and had a huge chunk of chicken on it. The salad was fresh and crispy. It was pretty busy for a Wednesday night, but there was plenty of seating. All of the staff that I encountered were very friendly, they were very quick to clean our table as we finished with dishes, and I also bought a piece of bread pudding to take home, which was amazing as well.

Kitchen Pass next to the pizza oven and pizza chefs. What a great vibe and colors

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Great food and service!! Love the outdoor seating and…read moreambiance! Had the butter chicken and rice and iced americano!!

The coffee is awesome, the atmosphere is amazing and the outdoor seating is relaxing. You have to…read morecome and check it out!!

Interior

Chicken cilantro bowl.

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Self serve beer.

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We are very excited to have found Grounds Bistro. It's a great little neighborhood spot for a…read moreburger and some karaoke. The service is great, always friendly and they haven't gotten the wrong order yet. The prices are decent and the food is delicious. We like to treat ourselves once in a while. Don't worry if it looks like you're driving into a neighborhood, you are, it's worth it. If you could find it, grounds bistro is a lovely little spot.

Cute little bistro with a ton of burger options. Service was very friendly. Apps were very good…read moretoo. We had cheesesteak egg rolls, flatbread pizza and pretzel sticks. Good craft beer menu too.

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First time visiting this IHOP location for breakfast…read more Ordered the breakfast bowl - and a side of bacon. Food came out in about 10 minutes. Everything in the bowl was hot and prepared properly - and was quite tasty. Added some hot sauce and black pepper to make it even tastier. The bacon was hot and crispy. My server Lucy was awesome and did a great job. The dining area is a bit cramped. I think they should remove one row of tables to provide a bit more room. Paid with Apple Pay. #IHOP

The food here was terrible. Stopped here while driving down I95 and this is the worst IHOP we've…read moreever had. The pancakes were terrible, very thin and didn't taste good. Eggs tasted watered down or powdered, sausages are very thin and French toast barely cooked. Everything was cold when it came out and I think they only have 1 coffee pot so u have to wait 10 min for refill while another pot brews. The waitress was nice but I believe she was alone other than kitchen staff. This was a waste of money. We left most of our food on plate as it just tasted terrible. Save your money and just go to McDonald's.

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3.4(101 reviews)

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They make the BEST Black & Blue Burger in a 50 mile radius of Stafford. A true "pub" experience.read more

My friends and I stopped into Paddy's Public House while looking for lunch but nobody had a clear…read morepreference. Paddy's is an Irish pub/veteran's bar/dive bar all in the same building with more than enough seating, but during the day could use a little more lighting. TVs were located all over the place so you could easily watch whatever sports games were on. Menu consists of sandwiches, burgers, full entrees, and some other items. Overall service was fine, perhaps the food could have arrived a little sooner, but our server was pleasant. The Breakfast Burger I had was tasty and the fries were excellent, but the fries portion was small. My friend had the open face Roast Beef sandwich which looked good, but the portion was small and the bread could have been better. Overall prices were fine and the food was decent. Would I return here? Possibly, depending on the circumstances.

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I love this place. Every time i try something new , it never disappoints. Staff is always friendly,…read morewe always get an attentive server.

Stopped in for breakfast on a weekday morning. Ordered two eggs over easy with hash browns, a side…read moreof bacon, and an order of sausage gravy with two biscuits. The food came out in less than 10 minutes. The potatoes were bland and unseasoned, the bacon looked and tasted like it had been cooked and then sat out at room temperature. The sausage gravy was bland, thin and runny, and did not taste very sausage-like. And the gravy was almost room temperature. Not hot at all. Only the eggs were cooked properly. And the biscuits were not bad. Service was very good - but does not make up for poorly prepared food. Paid with Apple Pay. I won't be back. #BobEvans

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Stafford Wings

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Just moved here and found this gem! Very good wings. SO…read moreGLAD they have good ranch and not the prepackaged stuff. I've ordered over 10 times now. Very happy I have a wing spot here!!!

First time visiting Stafford Wings. Ordered two flavors of traditional Buffalo Wings - the Buffalo…read moreGarlic and the Mango Habanero - 8 wings apiece - to go. I also requested sides of the sauces that each of the wings was sauced in. Took about 20 minutes for the wings to come up. Wings were tasty! Service was good. Paid with Apple Pay. #StaffordWings

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Hmm! It's ok! Will I return? Probably not! Chicken was dry and bland, unless you keep adding sauce…read more I may only go back for the fried okra, that southern girl in me. Overall, with an abundance of chicken places in the area there is nothing special about Hangry Joe's. Service was slow considering there were no other customers in the place and I understand they make the food when ordered. The cashier did not get the order correct and as I said, we were the only ones in there. Not my place for chicken!

I'm always a fan of Hangry Joes food over their competitor Dave's Hot Chicken, and since it's a…read morechain, it sadly could be different depending on the location you order from. This location is worth it for me and I think it'll be worth it for you to visit as well.

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Outside - They're next door to Capriotti's

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4.1(42 reviews)

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Most random place to eat fried chicken... & definitely took 8+ minutes to get our order, but worth…read morethe wait! It was all freshly fried/prepared. Absolutely loved the amount of food and flavors with the mild sauce. Not sure about the other combos, but the Joey Fries or the one with basically a blooming onion was TOO GOOD.

My husband and I saw this place while driving down to Richmond in Stafford!! I love how everything…read morewas made fresh to order! Although we had to wait 15 minutes it was so worth it! The chicken is juicy, the flavors pop in your mouth, and the fries were the perfect balance of crispy and soft! Highly recommend this establishment

Cooking station

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Merge Cafe

4.6(91 reviews)

3.0 mi

A wonderful cafe located inside of a strip mall right off I-95 that serves some delicious Bahn Mi…read moresandwiches. Their Bulgogi beef and pork Bahn Mi sandwiches were delicious and I would highly recommend them. They do have lots of milk bubble tea options. It was definitely on the sweeter side, so take note of ordering one of their sweeter drinks, one should ask for a sugar reduction. The staff are incredibly kind, the cafe is clean, and there is plenty of parking.

Not only did they get my drink wrong today, but I waited for almost an hour to get my food. It was…read moreridiculous and I go there once a week and I haven't had any problems until today. I put my order in and it said it was going to be 30 minutes. There were 10 orders that came in after and every single one of those was filled before they finally finished my sandwich which was a stock order with nothing special added to it. This is the first time in a while that I felt blatantly discriminated against.

Banh Mi Sandwich

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Tina B.

2 years ago

If you're on the hunt for the best chicken sandwich, look no further than HCK Hot Chicken. Their sandwich is a true masterpiece--fresh, juicy, and incredibly tender. The chicken is cooked to perfection, ensuring every bite is a delightful experience. What truly sets their chicken sandwich apart is the base sauce. This sauce is the epitome of flavor, adding just the right amount of zest without overwhelming the natural taste of the chicken. It's a perfect blend that elevates the sandwich to new heights. Topped with fresh, crispy coleslaw, each bite is a crunchy, tangy explosion of flavors that complements the tender chicken beautifully. Don't overlook the fries either. They're perfectly crunchy and delicious, making them the ideal side to the star of the show. And if you're in the mood for chicken tenders, you must try them with their light yellow dipping sauce. It's a game-changer that adds a wonderful tangy twist to the already delicious tenders. Beyond the food, HCK Hot Chicken stands out for its commitment to the community. They provide teens with valuable opportunities, teaching them responsibility and customer service skills. It's always heartwarming to be greeted by their friendly, smiling faces. Their exceptional customer service makes each visit a pleasure. read more

Samuel H.

3 years ago

I must say, the quality of the food, the level of service, and the cleanliness of the dining area have fallen to an unacceptable standard in recent weeks. The food was unappetizing and lacked flavor. The chicken was dry and overcooked, the sides were cold and tasted stale, and the entire meal was generally unenjoyable. I was extremely disappointed, as I had previously enjoyed their food in the past. In addition to the poor quality of the food, the level of service was unacceptable. The staff was unfriendly and unhelpful, and seemed disinterested in providing a positive dining experience. It took a long time to get our food, and the staff made no effort to apologize or make amends for the long wait. Finally, the cleanliness of the dining area was unacceptable. The floors were dirty, the tables were sticky and covered in crumbs, and the entire place felt unsanitary. It was clear that the restaurant was not well-maintained, and it made the experience even more unpleasant. Overall, I strongly recommend avoiding Hot Chikn Kitchn until they can improve the quality of their food, service, and cleanliness of the dining area. read more

Jason C.

3 years ago

I recently visited Hot Chikn Kitchn, and my experience was extremely disappointing. The food was terrible and the service was unfriendly, but what really made the experience unbearable was the owner's behavior The owner constantly interrupted everyone's meal to talk about himself. He was loud and obnoxious, and seemed more interested in promoting himself than providing a pleasant dining experience for his customers. His behavior was incredibly annoying and distracting, and ruined what little enjoyment we could have had from the food To make matters worse, the dining room was dirty and unsanitary. The tables were sticky and the floor was littered with crumbs and debris. It was clear that the restaurant was not well-maintained, and it made the experience even more unpleasant Overall, I would strongly recommend avoiding Hot Chikn Kitchn. The food was terrible, the service was unfriendly, and the owner's behavior was incredibly annoying. There are plenty of other restaurants in the area with better food and service, and I would highly recommend trying somewhere else. read more

Logan H.

3 years ago

I had a truly terrible experience at Hot Chikn Kitchn. The restaurant was dirty and poorly maintained, with stains on the walls and floors. The staff were rude and unhelpful, and seemed to have no knowledge of the menu. When I finally received my order, the chicken was raw and undercooked, with a disgusting smell that made me feel nauseous. The sides were equally as unappetizing, with a strange taste and a gritty texture. To make matters worse, I noticed a rat scurrying across the floor during my meal. I left feeling disgusted and disappointed, and would never recommend this restaurant to anyone. read more

Thuan S.

3 years ago

My experience at Hot Chikn Kitchn was unfortunately disappointing. Although the restaurant has a decent ambiance and the staff was polite, the food quality left much to be desired. The chicken was dry and flavorless, and the sides lacked any distinctive taste. To make matters worse, I noticed a rat running across the floor mid-meal, which really took away from the overall experience. It's a shame because I was hoping for a better dining experience given the positive reviews, but unfortunately, I left feeling dissatisfied and would not recommend this restaurant. read more

DJ J.

2 years ago

HCK Hot Chicken is a great destination for those craving spicy, Nashville-style hot chicken. The chicken is perfectly crispy and juicy, with varying heat levels to suit all preferences. Their menu also includes delicious sides like fries and coleslaw that complement the bold flavors of the chicken. The casual, modern atmosphere and quick, friendly service make it an ideal spot for a quick lunch or dinner. If you're a fan of flavorful, spicy chicken, HCK Hot Chicken is a must-try. read more

Marco D.

2 years ago

.5 star fast casual restaurant all the way! Chicken sandwich and fries in the dipping sauce are a must! This place is beautiful inside perfect for a casual night out and the food was delicious! The staff were very friendly. The fries in their sauce that come with it are so good! The chicken sandwich I got mild and it was delicious and perfect for me! My husband ate his quickly! The macaroni and cheese and donut balls my kids loved! We will be back. :) read more

Helen D.

2 years ago

My family went to try HCK Hot Chicken at the recommendation of some friends and it was so much better than expected. The chicken tasted fresh and the seasoning and sauces were AMAZING! I promise you that it isn't "just another chicken place!" Try the wings: they are HUGE and the flavor is delicious. read more

Deniece P.

2 years ago

Great food Made always fresh Customer service is wonderful I love the sandwiches and fries the best I usually take them rest home because too much for me to eat. read more

Bryan R.

3 years ago

Why the hell would you put a salad with hot chicken in a cardboard box to go ? What the hell is wrong with yall man ? Smh

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