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Houston TX Hot Chicken

4.6 (1.6k reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
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Although I didn't have one, I'm going to have one of the slushies next time.
Dan L.

Wow. I was not prepared for this place. I love a good chicken sandwich, and as I've been getting older the more I'm craving spicy foods. Most places I go when you order something spicy it actually means not spicy. Let me tell you, this place. It's different. I really love the interior of this place, it's got a lot of neon and wood giving it a very cool modern/ rustic feel. It's neat and clean and very warm and inviting. People behind the counter were great. Very friendly. For suggestions. I like the fact that they have the spice meter on the wall, but let's talk about that for a second. I heard a chicken sandwich, and chose the spicy level, a chicken strip at the ready for takeoff heat level, and some fries. Fries. The weight was not long at all and so I got my word to go and came back home. What's really cool is they come in a decorative little box which is kind of fun and is a nice touch for the meal. Now let's talk about the food. The fries were super good, they had a very light seasoning on them, which is good because the seasoning really lies in the chicken. Chicken sandwich first, as I knew that the chicken tender was going to be spicy and I did not want to destroy my taste buds before having the chicken sandwich. Let me tell you something, this place ain't playin'. From the first bite, my mouth was definitely at an almost unpleasant heat level. I take the full responsibility for that, as I did not know when they said spicy they meant spicy. I powered through it though, and found it to be one of the best chicken sandwiches I have ever had. It was crispy, and the spice was addicting for sure. Pickle or two. A bun was super fresh and it was absolutely delicious. The french fries were on point super crispy and lively seasoned so there was definitely no problem there. To be honest, considering the level of spice in the spicy chicken, I was a little nervous about trying the ready for takeoff spice level. Let me just say this, the spice level was definitely hotter but not that bad. I almost think having the chicken sandwich first prepared me for the chicken strip. I definitely used a lot of the sauce on the chicken strip and I think that helped navigate the heat level. Was I sweating at the end of my meal? Yes, yes I absolutely was. But it was worth every bite. Bottom line? I will definitely be going back to this place, although I may have to readjust my reasoning when choosing spice levels. You should definitely check this place out if you're a fan of hot chicken.

Original Hot Chicken Sandwich
Juvanny J.

The hot chicken sandwich was delicious. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender & juicy on the inside. The sauce really stood out too and pairs well with the flavor of the chicken. The fries were crispy and fresh. Exactly how they should be. The mac and cheese was also great. And the customer service was top-notch. Amber was friendly and attentive. And the service was fast. Overall great experience. The ambiance was relaxed alaid back.

Sandwich & Tender
Kat O.

I tried the chicken nuggets and fries. The nuggets were really good and moist. I love the dipping sauce it came with. I don't like things too spicy so I was happy with the mild option. The fries tasted dry and were disappointing. Husband got the sandwich and tender meal. He was a fan of the "lift off". He loves hot things and found it satisfying. He's looking forward to trying the hottest option. We ordered to go and the wait was minimal. Service was great. Overall we were happy and will most likely come back.

Gill P.

It's been awhile stopped by for a quick bite ordered an Original with medium heat. Always a great quick bite and always consistent in quality and taste.

Inside the Restaurant
Row P.

Houston TX Hot Chicken serving chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders, chicken nuggets, salads, fries choices of different toppings with chicken, Belgian waffle, milkshakes, cookies and drinks. Chicken can be made with no sauce or a choice of flavored sauce. House dipping sauce is included and you can also get additional dipping sauces there are lots to choose from for $1.00. Clean inside, good lighting, good music and friendly staff. I like that the staff are keeps the dining area clean. On the menu: 2 Tenders no pickles and Waffle with French Fries meal. I like that I could choose a different flavor of sauce for each of the chicken tenders, I chose mild and lemon pepper. Good portions. I like the crinkle cut fries that are lightly seasoned. The waffle is yummy it is crispy on the edges. I ordered addition dipping sauces - cheese sauce and ranch. Their house sauce has a little sweet chili flavor. It was my first time here and I like it actually pretty good. I am adding this to my chicken spot rotation.

Original Hot Chicken Sandwich
Amanda S.

I have eaten at this place several times over the years and it used to be really good, until today. I ordered on Uber Eats because I was off late.. when I opened the box, there was only a handful of fries, there was a tiny sprinkle of coleslaw, barely any sauce, and the chicken was tough and dry I couldn't even finish eating it. Terrible experience. Sad this place is going downhill. Used to be a favorite, not so much anymore!

Oh diego oh diego, you dawg. This guy was so chill, me and da boys were tired AFFFF. But he treated us w/ a smile on his face. Really resembled what houston's hot chicken means to the world. Best service of the month award. Houston's, youre lucky to have this dude. closest thing i could get to a texas flag

Sharlene D.

I came here on a Friday late night since I was craving chicken tenders. It was a great choice. Starting from the service, angel took our order and he was super pleasant. We got mild, medium, and honey rub. They were all delicious. I usually can't take spice that well but the medium wasn't that spicy to me. I got the house sauce which is prob the best. It's gives sweet thousand island vibes? But it goes well with all the chicken. The chicken was also not dry like some places and the outside was crispy. I believe it was Pedro who made our chicken! Delish. There was also another cashier that was friendly to us, a young white dude. Wish I got his name too. Everything from the start to end was great and I'll be returning whenever I'm craving some tenders!!

Chicken Tortilla Soup
Julian C.

Went by the other day for their chicken tortilla soup which was phenomenal by the way! Highly recommend! The service was great, shout out to Vincent for always being so welcoming and kind.

Risto K.

Excellent fried chicken - based restaurant. Having lived in Houston myself, I was reluctant to try chicken as I felt there is no such a thing as Houston style chicken. However - it turns out it is Nashville style chicken!!! Very clean and hot environment, good music and good vibes. Original Chicken is pretty good with nice sauces. I tried nuggets as well as sandwich. Loaded fries were awesome!

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28 days ago

The hot chicken sandwiches here are 10/10 and the service is great. Amber was very helpful and friendly at the front counter.

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Vince was great he i recommend it the chicken tenders and the chicken sandwich in the hot honey here was awesome.

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23 days ago

Kiley was super friendly and helpful! Tenders are bomb.com! Will definitely be back! 100/10!

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No complaints! 2 tenders and slaw.. Boom! Had only one and saving the other for later.. Slaw was a little bland.

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Awesome customer service from Venice! Will definitely be back!! It is always great experience.

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The chicken here is average but their lemonade is amazing. We had an interesting view of a food truck. The service was kind of slow.

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Do you have a mild or not spicy version for adults, not just for kids meals? All the chicken sounds good but I really don't like spicy food.?

Yes they do

What's with the weird name change? You guys still the same place, same food, same owners?

Do you guys have a plain or mild option for kids?

Yes they do

Do you cook with peanut oil?

Yes they do. I wouldn't suggest coming here to eat if you've peanut allergies.

Does the chicken contain MSG(monosodium glutamate)?

Hello Sushifan, Thank you for reaching out. Our Chicken does not contain any MSG. Please let us know… 

What peppers are used in the "Houston, We have a problem" (hottest level) spice blend?

Hello Alejandro, Thank you for inquiring about our restaurant. The pepper blend for the “Houston we… 

Are dogs allowed?

You can have them in their outside seating area. They have a few tables and chairs out in front of the restaurant.

Is all the chicken spicy?? If so how would you rate the spice?? Thank you for your response in…

There are levels. You can pick mild, medium to hot. I went with mild, no kick really. Spicy is ok, my wife got it. It's hot, but not burn ya booty hot.

Is the chicken halal?

Hello Vinny, Yes our chicken is certified Halal. Please let me know if you have any further… 

What are the loaded fries?

Hello Harry, Our loaded Fries is a double portion of fries with Hot chicken, coleslaw, pickles, and… 

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3.1(291 reviews)
2.3 mi•Anthem
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I got the 12 piece chicken, half spicy and half original, and it came with gravy. Jollibee is…read morealways consistent. The chicken is crispy and well seasoned, and the gravy is delicious. I live a ways from this location, but the chicken was still crispy when I got home. The restaurant is always clean, and the employees are amazing. They greeted me as soon as I walked in, made eye contact, and helped me right away. While I waited, a very nice lady offered me a seat. Little things like that stand out. Fantastic customer service and consistently delicious food!

Jollibee, is Jollibee, no difference from the one back in Hawaii. Yes, my daughter wondered if it'd…read moretaste better on the continental US. Service, was quick and efficient, we went through the drive thru so I can only rate the cleanliness of the outside and drive thru area. It was clean and well kept. My daughter ordered the chicken tenders with adobo rice, and she loved it as always. I got the two piece chicken joy with palabok. I usually like the palabok but for some reason it was really clumped together like the noodles were left out cold and placed into the box, toppings layered onto it, not warm which was weird since everything else was hot. To me it wasn't as enjoyable cold, and the flavor was barely there. The gravy is always good :) I'll try it again another time, it may have just been an off day for them. Cause I have always liked Jollibee since my first try.

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4.3(129 reviews)
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I only ate one of the two birds in the name, but it was still very good…read more Pelicana Chicken is a fried chicken brand originally from Korea that opened this Las Vegas outpost over two years ago. I must have missed it since I tried Top Sushi & Oyster 2 next door a few months before then. That helped me find this spot pretty easily, and fortunately there was plenty of parking in the off-peak mid-afternoon. This is a sit-down establishment unless you're ordering takeout, so sit down, relax, and enjoy the music which I almost didn't recognize at all but is probably some sort of 2010s-present American since I finally heard a Panic at the Disco track near meal's end. I went with the Original Banban Chicken ($31.00), which is only available as the whole chicken size. But with a Banban order, you can get half not sauced and half tossed in your sauce of choice. I chose Signature per my friend's recommendation and enjoyed it a lot. It's sweet, mildly spicy (basically not at all for me, and I'm sensitive), and garlicky, and they coat the chicken in enough of it that you can dip the exposed surfaces post-bite to get consistent sauce flavor. The chicken itself is great. The skin is crispy and stays so on the regular pieces - better observed on the non-sauced pieces, but still present on sauced - and they intentionally cut and prep a separate piece of skin separately to give you one bite of the optimal texture. The meat is mostly juicy, especially that drumstick, although I may have had a slightly dry chicken oyster either due to overcooking or waiting. Oh, and the pickled radish cubes are really great for cleansing your palate between bites without using a beverage. I started off using them only after multiple bites, then wound up using the rest every other bite, and I still had several left over. If you do opt for a beverage though, the Mango Sparkling-Ade ($5.50) is a solid choice. It definitely tastes like mango and has some carbonation, and it isn't too sweet. I wish that the Hallabong wasn't out of stock though, as I really like citrus. They also offer complimentary iced water. Pelicana Chicken is a great choice for Korean fried chicken in a town where those kinds of places seem to vanish for some reason. I'll have to come back to try more sauces and maybe check out some of the other miscellaneous food options.

I haven't had Pelicana in a long time and was excited to try this place. Arrived at 12:30pm on a…read moreSunday and got seated right away. Original banban chicken (4/5) - got half with garlic sauce and half without any. The chicken was juicy and had a nice flavor. Wasn't a big fan of their garlic sauce though. Cream pasta (4/5) - I really like that they don't skimp on the sauce! It was tasty. There was a fly inside the restaurant that disrupted our lunch so dining in wasn't a great experience. Staff was attentive and friendly.

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