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I have been eager to try this place because of the glowing reviews. I was a bit disappointed because it was not freshly cooked. There was a line but it went by quickly. The cashier was very knowledgeable and told us that they are spicier/hotter than Dave's hot chicken so we adjusted our spice level accordingly. The service was very quick but that also implies that the food was already made and was probably sitting out. The food temperature was lukewarm and it did not seem as fresh as what you would get Dave's Hot Chicken ( there weren't different layers of flavors either). That being said, the chicken was the star and it was clear. It was definitely more spicier than most chicken sandwich places, in a good way and the chicken tasted premium. We enjoyed the sandwich but we think that our rating would have been higher if the food was fresh that would have contributed to the flavors and heat more.
I remember waiting an hour at the original Howlin Rays in LA, so I was pleasantly surprised when I found out this location opened in the Venetian food court. The wait is MUCH shorter here and the chicken just as good. The hot chicken sandwich here was massive and we were able to share between two people. Food court in the Venetian had popular national treasure, including Scarrs pizza from NYC.
As an east-coaster who is quite limited to a variety of regional restaurants, I was pleasantly surprised to find Howlin' Ray's located in the Via Via Food Hall in the Venetian! I've watched enough content creators to know what to get -- and most importantly "how" to get. NOTE: Prices will be higher as this is Vegas after all. For my meal I ordered several items: the Sando which came in at a whopping $17. I accompanied it with an order of shake fries ($6), a solo wing ($5), comeback sauce ($1) and a surprisingly lovely peach tea ($6). The total with tax came to about $37 and some change. (Oh, Vegas...) Spice level: Everything in medium. I have to say -- I enjoyed the entire meal. Of all the things I ordered, the sando was the clear winner. I was surprised how much I enjoyed all the flavors working together -- coleslaw, pickles, comeback sauce and the medium spice. The filet was about the size of a Popeyes chicken sandwich filet, nothing crazy. The wing was a bit disappointing. It had the same spice, but was cool to the touch. For a hot chicken spot, I was expecting the hot chicken to outshine the sandwich-- that was NOT the case. For this, I deduct one star. The fries were pleasantly seasoned, it was spiced but not exactly Cajun. The peach tea was the other winner of the evening, as it tasted like real BREWED southern sweet tea! I SEE YOU, Howlin' Ray's! Overall great experience, and glad to cross this place off my foodie bucket list! On to the next!
Smack your mama chicken! I was wrong about this spot, I walked by it many times thinking it would be a very average hot chicken that you see at any mall. Boy was I wrong. The wings were so frickin good! The flavor and seasoning was perfect, saltiness was on point, the crispness was light and airy. The chicken was so fresh and hot, I could barely eat it. Those fries were some of the best I've had in a long time. Crispy, tender on the inside, nice season. The Comeback sauce was honestly the best on I've ever tasted. Omg, I could not stop dipping the fries in it. I've had other comeback sauces, but this one had something in it that the others just don't compare. Overall, this is a legit chicken spot that is up there with the best of the best. Seriously!
Def go for the tenders. But the food is extremely salty no matter if you get medium or hot. Warning: Hot is actually pretty dangerous on an empty stomach; it'll hurt once it settles even if you think you can handle it with your mouth. I opted for just 1 hot tender (8/10 spice) and 2 medium (5/10 spice). Perfect balance for myself who tends to eat spice for every meal. Line was about 10 person long, but went by after 15 min. Food comes out quick ~10 minutes. Seating is in a cafeteria so there's usually a spot.
Finally got to try Howlin' Ray's! We've never gotten Howlin' Ray's in LA because the lines are just ridiculous. So when I learned they've got a spot in Vegas, I knew this was our chance. Sure enough, no lines whatsoever, same hot chicken sandwich. And it was indeed very good. Just not, "wait in line for more than half an hour" good.
The line isn't as bad as it is in LA. It goes by pretty quickly. I think for as much as they charge in general, the sauces should be free unless people are asking for hella sauces. The chicken is juicy I'll give them that. The seasoning is good if you're a seasoning wing type of person versus a sticky sauce type. That's where the divide is. Would I get it again, probably not but I'm glad I tried it. This is located in the Venetian food hall and they're open until midnight - I think. Typical food court vibes where you struggle finding a place to sit.
My partner and I split a 3-piece tender and ordered fries and one of the sauces. It was our first time, so got one mild and 2 medium. The chicken is excellent. The meat is really moist and juicy and the thin coating, both mild and medium, were terrific. The fries were nice and crunchy on the outside and tender in the inside. The counter staff were friendly and helpful as I explained that it was our first time. The sauce doesn't do much for me, but it does have flavor. I've been to chicken places where the sauce is largely mayonnaise. This is better than that. I prefer Raisin' Canes sauce. It's in a food court near the casino. Can't say much about the atmosphere other than it is a decent food court.
(3.5/5) Despite being incredibly full from lunch, I trekked to Caesars food hall with a few friends to try their favourite french fry place - Howlin' Ray's. The branding is really endearing and I love that their french fry bag says "Have a hot day". I will say the french fries were definitely some of the crispiest and best seasoned fries I've ever had. The chicken tenders were spicy despite having chosen mild and very crispy on the outside, but moist on the inside. Honestly, there isn't much competition on my end especially coming from Canada where true Southern flavours don't have much presence. Despite not feeling hungry at all, I enjoyed the few bites I had and would love to return next time and try it with a full appetite.
Aahhhhh woooooo! *I'm howlin'* LOL The heat is ON! Wow. So let me tell you that the 1st time I was here, I ordered THE SANDO and opted for the MEDIUM which was described as "feel the burn." I can take heat and said next time, I'll order the next level up. For me, the sando was cool but I'll be choosing the TENDERS from now on. The 2nd time (2 days later), I ordered the TENDERS and whoa baby, those tendies are juicy and big! Easily shareable between 2 people. I leveled it up and opted for the HOT which is "burn, baby, burn"! And wow I felt the burn but IT WAS SO GOOD! You can cool it down by dipping it in their TENNESSEE TANG which is their version of a ranch and ooooohhhh it's so good! Not your average ranch! Get yourself 2 of them so you can also dip the seasoned SHAKE FRIES in it. I'm telling you, this all HIT! Each time, there was not much of a wait for service or food and the ladies who took my order were very nice.
One of my favorite chicken spots has a location in Vegas??? Absolutely sold. The line was a bit long but their service was fantastic and fast. I love the chicken sandos, hopefully you will too! They will warn you about the spice level and they are not joking! The first time I had X-Hot I was sweating profusely, but it was so good I had to come back everytime I see it around. If you're a hot chicken lover, do yourself a favor and grab one of these immediately!
Huge huge fan of howlin ray's! Love all the LA locations and now have added the Vegas location to that list. The food as always just hit right. The staff were super friendly and gave us the banana bread pudding for free since we patiently waited. It's in the foodhall so there are plenty of options but honestly love howlin to turn away from it. Lots of open seating so it's casual.
This place sits in a the food court corner on the casino floor. I ordered a Sando and an order of their fries. The wait felt a bit long for a chicken sandwich, felt around ~20 minutes. But the wait was completely worth it. This has to be the absolute best chicken sandwich I've ever had in my life, it puts all the others I've had to shame. Very generous size of fried chicken, cooked to perfection and drizzled with their sauce, covered in coleslaw and pickles. Every bite was amazing. The wrapper around the burger was also tightly wrapped, so whenever I took a bite the contents would never spill out the other side. Their fries on the other hand are very spice heavy, definitely needs to be dipped in their signature sauce to make it more bearable, but they are quite good and crispy.
Howling Ray's have such good chicken . Usual You have to wait long lines in Los Angles, but this location is quick and efficient. I go with only the mild level, since I like their spicy, but I also like to taste the moist chicken tenders. It's located in the Venetian side of the casino floor. There's plenty of seats in the area, staff is friendly as well. Solid recommendation read more
Im a huge fan of Howlin Rays and I used to wait multiple hours in line for the one in Los Angeles. After seeing they had a Howlin Rays in Las Vegas I had to try it. I was initially worried that the flavor was not going to be maintained at the new store but there was honestly nothing to worry about. This location was as good as the one in LA and I was so satisfied at the end of my meal. I ordered a sando, a tender and a wing all medium spice and they were all made to perfection. The chicken is as tender as I remember it was from my last visit at Howlin Rays. The flavors and attention to detail on their spices and preparation for their chicken is miles better than their closest competitor. The fries are cooked perfectly and seasoned with their hot chicken spices and is something you should not pass on. They also have canned sweet tea and non sweet tea. I got non sweetened one which was great with the food. The service and staff are all friendly and the restaurant itself has the classic Howlin Rays iconic feel. The restaurant is located in a small food court in the Venetian near the casino by the North Suites. Plenty of seating. If anyone is in Vegas I would 100% try these guys out. read more
I was so excited when I saw a Howlin Rays here in Vegas since I've heard so much about the one in Los Angeles! The location of it can be difficult to find since it's in the Venetian but if it helps, it's in the food court area on the casino level. There was no line (what???) on a Sunday afternoon! I order the chicken tenders with the fries and the workers themselves were so patient in helping us pick out what we wanted to eat. Lots of places to sit in the food court. This is the best hot chicken place in Vegas/strip area! The seasoning and the flavors came together beautifully. I was so full but kept wanting to eat. I will definitely be back! read more
11 months ago
9 months ago
The Venetian's Via Via Food Hall has been open for little over half a year now, bringing many new eateries to the casino floor. And of these spots, Howlin' Ray's has been a very popular option for those looking for some chicken. Having heard rave reviews of this spot, I figured I would give them a try. Located in the left rear section of the food hall, Howlin' Rays had a small line when I dropped by around 12PM on a Friday. And after waiting for a little, I made my way up to the ordering counter and ordered their three jumbo tenders ($15) at the mild spice level and a side order of shake fries ($5). The food was ready pretty quickly and I decided to take my food to-go due to the volume of people eating in the food hall. Looking in the box, the spread of food was quite simple: 3 large chicken tenders, four pickles, and a piece of toast. For the 15 dollar price tag, the tenders alone were enough and I felt full. Each tender had plenty of meat and I never felt the breading was too much. Because of this, the price-to-portion ratio was one of the best I've seen on the strip. Looking at the fries next, the order would equate to about a small or medium fries at a typical place. For five dollars, it can appear to be somewhat expensive. But if you're adding this on as a side to the regular tenders, the total $20 price tag is fair from the price-to-portion perspective. Taste-wise, the tenders were very good! At the mild spice level, there was some kick to them. But with a small spice tolerance, I never had to reach for a bottle of water. Each tender had a good balance of breading and the outer coating was well seasoned, perfectly spicy, and lightly crispy. The best part about this chicken is that each tender was moist despite the large chicken pieces. When I finished them all, the only thing I would have wanted was a fourth tender! In tandem, the pickles were pretty standard and a nice pairing for the spicy tenders. And on the bottom, the bread helped to absorb lingering spice as I was eating the pieces of chicken. Finally, the fries were also very delicious! Seasoned with the same spices as the tenders, the fries were also lightly crisp and crinkle cut to perfection. Next time I drop by, I'm going to try the medium spice to see what the difference is. But if you have a higher spice tolerance, I was told their HOT and above are all brushed with ghost peppers. As I was passing by, someone eating the HOT tenders was constantly reaching for liquid so they seem like the real deal. But nonetheless, Howlin' Rays easily earns a 5 star rating in my book. With a great price to portion ratio, especially in a higher-tier resort like the Venetian, it's affordable for those looking to eat some quality food. And because the chicken tenders were very tasty, it only makes me want to come back here sooner. Give them a try and see what you think! read more
There are hundreds of fried chicken places. Spicy and hot versions have gained attention and traction over the many years. One notable entry into this landscape, has been Howlin' Rays. It started out in LA and almost immediately after opening, caught fire. There were lines that lasted for 2 hours. So I never went. Then I thought I had a window. I managed to get there, with the parking lot hardly crowded. But it was on the day it was closed. LOL. Yes, I am dumb. So when they opened an outpost in Las Vegas, I knew I had a better crack. This branch is located in the new Via Via food court at the Venetian. There is hardly a line, but the menu, unlike in LA, is restricted to only 3 chicken options. The Sando, Tenders or the Wings. Then there are some sides. Nothing to write home about. I chose the Sando with everything (boneless breast, comeback sauce, pickles, and slaw on a butter bun). I kept wondering, how can they serve breast chicken meat that is usually very dry. But they did and that too, in a moist, tender and flavorful fashion. You get the option to choose 6 different heat levels. I went with medium (feel the burn). How was it? Fantastic. The fried chicken was optimally crisped to emanate a balance between crunch and the spice flavor. The chicken itself, really impressed me. All the ingredients were well balanced and constructed. Yes, it was worth the long wait for me, for an amazing fried chicken sandwich. Will I try it again in LA and ruin hours of my day? No way. read more
I'm a huge fan of Nashville hot chicken so I couldn't pass up trying this place when we decided to check out the Via Via food hall for lunch. The wife wanted to try the Italian sandwich spot since we had been to the original one in Rome. But I ate at the Mexican spot. But I had to try Howlin' Ray's so I just got one of their tenders at the hottest spice level they offer. I like it when chicken is so spicy that it makes you take a knee. After the first bite, I immediately got the hiccups. It was crazy spicy. Unfortunately I was only able to eat about half of the strip, it was just too painful. But the chicken was juicy and had good flavor. Next time I'll get 1 spice level lower. read more
9 months ago
I want to start out by saying that this place was incredibly hard for my husband and I defined. We tried to map it, and the map did not take us to the right spot at all. So if you're looking for this place, it is on the casino floor of the Venetian in their newer food court area. That being said this is one of my favorite chicken sandwich places in Los Angeles so of course I had to try it while we were in Vegas. It was as delicious as I remember it being, however, the chicken pieces are definitely smaller than their LA location. Even so, the ambience was great, the service was wonderful, and it is still one of the best chicken sandwiches out there. So if you are in Vegas, definitely check it out. read more
2 months ago
Even though I got the hot level and it was one of the biggest regrets of my entire life because it was so hot that you could take two bites almost put me in the ICU even though two bites. I knew that it was the best chicken sandwich I ever had. If I physically thought I wasn't going to perish from having more bites I would have. I'm leaving a 5star review because it was the best chicken sandwich I ever had next time I will not get hot. I will get a medium or lower tier for the record. I love spice. read more
We were excited to have Howlin Rays at our favorite Las Vegas hotel, The Venetian. It's located at the new lower level food court. We have stood in 30-60 minute lines at the original location in Los Angeles. There was no line in Las Vegas. The food tasted the same as the Los Angeles location. Great seasoning on the big piece of chicken. The sauce is the best and the fries are excellent. Try the banana pudding , it is delicious. You must try if you are anywhere near The Venetian. read more
10 months ago
Howlin' Ray's is tucked in the Venetian food court. Good option for a quick meal. Workers were friendly. Ordered the mild sando and it had a kick to it. Price was worth for the size of the chicken (crispy & juicy)! Also got fries. Portion could honestly be split between 2 people. Water ain't cheap so choose your spice level wisely LOL. I recommend dining here! read more
10 months ago
Located in the new food hall at the Venetian! I love Nashville hot chicken and howlin rays didn't disappoint, the tenders were HUGE and crispy , we chose the medium spice and it was a perfect amount of heat ! The fries were hot and crispy with a good seasoning. read more
I'm so excited to see better food options in the Casino food courts. The recent overhaul of the food court brought in some great eats. We decided on Howlin' Ray's and ordered a three piece chicken tender medium, added a side of fries and one of each sauce. The girl at the counter was polite and efficient and I placed and paid for my order quickly. Our order was ready in about eight minutes and the fries were hot & crisp and seasoned well. The tenders were HUGE! Crispy & juicy. The medium heat was perfect and their "ranch" style sauce was herbaceous and a perfect accompaniment. Value wise it was great too, the three huge tenders were $15 and the fries $5. We split the meal and were both full. read more
10 months ago
If you've ever tried to go to the Howlin Ray's in LA and gotten rekt by the lines, you are like me. Honestly was so glad when I walked by it while staying at the Venetian. I got medium and it was perfect! The Hot is a huge jump from medium (trust me, I tried it and was absolutely insane). I really like how it's crispy but still tender. Make sure to get their comeback sauce! read more
I've had Howlin' Ray's before at their Chinatown location in LA, and it was absolutely bomb. Knowing how good the chicken sandwich is, I had to try the Vegas location inside The Venetian. I went with mild this time, and it was perfectly spicy--last time I tried medium and that was just a bit more heat than I needed. This is still the standard I use to judge every other hot chicken sandwich, and so far, nothing else has measured up. Absolutely worth a visit. I'd definitely return and highly recommend it. read more
Inside a food court. This place definitely had the longest line lol. The chicken tenders are really good though so I can see why! I got the mild lol. My hubby got the hottest one and they warned us at every step that it was very hot. And they give you a glove to eat it and warn you not to touch your eye or else you can get hospitalized!!! that's crazy. Well anyways he said it was hot and he could only eat one. And that was a struggle Lolol. The fries are also really tasty . Yummy spot for some fried chicken!!! read more
Holy spicy This was my first time trying Howlin' Ray's, and it didn't disappoint! It's located on the main floor in the Venetian. I want to first say that I'm thankful I saw the portion size from other customers. The food is HUGE! I ordered 2 sides of medium tenders and French fries. I feel like I can handle heat pretty well, but I was struggling a little bit, in a good way. I waited no more than 15 minutes to order and another 10 for it to be ready. This is in a food hall and it can get a little busy, but overall they were speedy and it wasn't too hard to find a place to sit. read more
Even Better Than the L.A. Location -- Same Amazing Flavor, No Long Lines We've been to the Howlin' Ray's in Los Angeles before, and this is the second location we've visited -- both deserve five stars, but this one even more so. The best part? No hour-long line like in L.A. This location is inside the food court at the Venetian, which makes it super convenient. If you're a local, you get three hours of free parking, so it's an easy stop for a quick meal or a craving fix. The food court is large, clean, and well-organized, and they have enough staff to handle a high volume of orders efficiently. The wait time is short, and the service is smooth. The menu is more limited compared to the Los Angeles location, but everything they offer is top-notch. The chicken tenders and sandwiches are incredible -- juicy, crispy, and seasoned perfectly. The spice levels are exactly as described, from mild to "super hot," and you can't go wrong with whatever you choose. Drinks are served in cans or bottles (not fountain drinks), which is good to know ahead of time. Overall, this is a must-try spot for fans of spicy fried chicken -- same quality and flavor you'd expect from Howlin' Ray's, just without the long wait. Highly recommend. read more
Howlin' Ray's is located in the food court at The Venetian. There are plenty of options to choose from, but I'm glad we went with this one. My husband and I both ordered the chicken sandwich, mild with fries. I also tried the banana pudding and was pleasantly surprised by how good it was. One tip: be careful when choosing your heat level. We picked mild and were still a little surprised at how spicy it was! The service was good, and the food was great. Definitely a solid option if you're in the area. read more
6 months ago
Amazing chicken! It was so juicy with a light breading, made fresh to order. I ordered one medium tender and one hot tender. Sooooo spicy! The medium was hotter than I expected and the hot was 'burn your lips' hot! So delicious! read more
1 year ago
Go MEDIUM or go home... I spent the block on Howlin Rays in attempt to soak up more of that Nashville Hot style flavor this place is known for. MEDIUM is totally the sweet spot. If anyone tells you different don't believe them (I'm totally kidding kind of). The savory (with a little kick of spice) flavor profile really showed up and showed out. I ordered the medium tenders just for myself this time instead of the wings and not only were the chicken tenders huge in size they were juicy, packed with flavor today and piping hot! I'm glad I came back for round two after coming across the chef on social media a few weeks ago while he was supporting another chef I follow new restaurant. I love the community and can't wait to come back and try the wings again and give Howlin that additional star... MEDIUM this time of course! read more
2 months ago
The line was long but went very fast. The prices were reasonable for eating on the strip. I was excited about trying the chicken wings. They were ok. The hot sauce that was added to them made them less crispy. They tasted alright but lacked in the flavor department unless dipped in sauce or topped with more sauce read more
Inside Venetian Hotel, Viva Food Court ON THE CASINO FLOOR. FYI, there's two food courts. High spicy is considered pretty spicy for even high spicy eaters. They give you gloves for takeout. Can eat it outdoors by the gondola canal area and outdoor strip view! read more
I've been to Nashville...have eaten at all the top Hot Chicken spots. Without a doubt, Howlin Ray's is a CLASS above, and one of the best chicken sandwiches you can eat in the U.S.A. Quick serve, friendly service that was efficient. The bun, incredibly soft, pillowy. Pickles, perfectly crisp. The chicken...plump...juicy...perfectly crispy. Flavor and heat was PERFECTION. Without a doubt a top contender for the definitive Hot Chicken Sandwich experience. read more
Amazing LA hot chicken without the LA line! I've been a long-time fan of the original LA location, so seeing one open in Venetian was a pleasant surprise. They've maintained their crispy fresh quality, but l did notice that they are less spicy than their LA counterpart. It is still a 10/10 taste and experience! read more
As someone who's been obsessed with Howlin' Ray's in LA, I had to check out the new Vegas location--and let me just say, they did not disappoint. The Sandwich Hands down, one of the best chicken sandwiches of my life (and that's saying something, because I've had plenty). That perfect crunch on the outside, juicy chicken inside, tangy pickles, creamy slaw--all stacked on a soft bun that somehow holds it all together. Every bite is a flavor bomb. The Fries Crispy, seasoned just right, and the ideal sidekick to the sandwich. I was dunking them like crazy. The Vibe Just like the LA spot, the energy is infectious. The team is super friendly, upbeat, and clearly love what they do. It feels less like fast casual and more like being welcomed into someone's house for fried chicken magic. Overall Howlin' Ray's never misses. Whether you're in LA or Vegas, this place is a must. Come hungry, bring friends, and get ready for some seriously life-changing fried chicken. read more
Six year ago I stood in a three- hour line, in Chinatown, Los Angeles for the Howlin Rays Nashville hot chicken sandwich. People thought I was crazy but the other 150 people in line with me (all foodies) were onto a great revelation as to the "perfect fried chicken sandwich ". Today in Vegas, I am ecstatic as Howlin Rays is in the Venetian food court. The lines are shorter and the ambiance is different than the shoe-box original store front, but the Nashville hot fried chicken sandwich is just as good as I remembered. A huge and delicious fried chicken breast on a bun with homemade pickles, comeback sauce and slaw. There are six different heat selection to select from with BOLD favors. This is the GOLD standard for the perfect Nashville Hot chicken sandwich. The owner is not behind the counter barking out orders but his vision in alive and well. I'm proud you have survived and yet grown and expanded over the last few trying years. Thanks for making me smile today and remembering just how great you food is. Fabulous job! read more
Just as amazing as the LA location! I had the chicken sando and it's still my #1 fried chicken sandwich of all time! Make sure to try their amazing banana pudding as well! The new spot is in the Venetian's newly redesigned food court -- very casual vibes and super convenient. Prices were surprisingly reasonable, especially compared to other options in the hotel. Definitely worth a visit! read more
Howlin Ray's is located in the Via Via Food Court in the Venetian's Casino Floor. You come here for a Hot Chicken Sandwich. Great things have been written about all the venders in this new food court and Eater Las Vegas mentioned that the medium hot chicken sandwich made a "best of the month." so I wanted to try it. They served us a BIG SLOPPY sandwich. (and big sloppy sandwiches are usually tasty) The fried chicken in the sandwich was very good. Nice, crisp, juicy, layered with flavors, a mild heats that were different, and sweet but not too much sweet. The chicken was very good but maybe the slaw and pickles might have been too wet? Maybe too much sauce? I don't know if our sandwich was too wet or made with the wrong kind of bread? Our sandwich was a wet mess and the roll disintegrated so it was hard to eat and enjoy all the layers. The shake fries with comeback sauce seemed freshly prepared and were tasty. Three stars is a positive review on Yelp and translates to A-OK. read more
7 months ago
Another IG popular brand, hearing that Vegas had one, I made my way over. Located in the completely reimagined and updated food court at the Venetian, it sits near the back. Went with Chicken Sando (slae on side), Mild, Fries, small Evian, Howlin' Sweet Peach Tea and side of Tennessee dressing (ranch with more dill). Even though it was prime lunch time, it didn't take long for the order to be ready. With the slaw on the side, it really helped to leverage it against the spice of the sandwich. The kicked up Ranch, taste great and goes well on both the chicken and fries. The sandwich itself is huge and I got thru about 3/4 of it. The Howlin peach sweet tea was a tad too sweet for my taste but it did taste good. As far as popular Cali hot chicken brands, I'd say this one is worth giving a try. read more
Tried Howlin' Ray's at the Venetian food court and it was such a fun experience! The place was clean and not crowded when we came around 9, and the wait was about 15 minutes. I went for the X Hot level and the staff really hyped it up -- they even cheered for me and asked if I wanted to sample before committing. Definitely the spiciest chicken I've ever had, and worth the challenge! The fries portion was huge -- easily big enough to share with a couple of people. Only downside is the water was pricey, but that's the Vegas food court for you. Overall, awesome service, great energy, and chicken that truly delivers on the heat. read more
Had the Howlin' Ray's Sando Burger (Hot) and omg the flavor was sooo good. The chicken was juicy, crispy, and packed with seasoning -- honestly one of the best I've had. But... the spice level was way too hot for me. I was basically sweating after a few bites. Next time I'm definitely going for a lower spice level so I can actually enjoy more of that flavor without dying read more
Beautiful and delicious sandwich. Ask for extra coleslaw. I like spicy and they do not play around with the heat level. The spice is really in the breading and it's taste so good just be prepared. The spicy is practically too hot got me. Their ranch is to die for. I'm not a huge fry girl so their fries are just whatever to me. Takes a second to come out but nothing too long. Staff is friendly and they're located in a food court with plenty of items however I do believe it's the best read more
1 year ago
Food: sando country, fries, unsweetened peach tea. I'm not sure what the hype is. Must be for if you get it crazy spicy and since I can't handle spice I thought it was just ok. The chicken was big and I enjoyed the pickles and coleslaw in the sandwich, however I asked for no sauce and they put it in. Am I wrong to prefer chik-fil-A?? Service: I ordered it without the sauce and unfortunately they put the sauce so that was annoying as I didn't want all that mayo and spiciness. Ambiance: inside the Via Via Food Hall on the casino floor. Food court ambiance. read more
We stopped in at the Venetian to try Howlin Rays after we saw an Instagram post and I'm sure glad we did. The staff was very friendly and helped us out on what to order. Plenty of seating as it's in a food court so we found a spot. We ended up ordering the mild tender meal with seasoned fries. The chicken tender portions were huge and we were able to split it. The breading and seasoning on the tenders were spot on! So crispy and full of flavor. The dipping sauce was even better! We also enjoyed the seasoned French fries. Def worth a stop in if you're close to the Venetian! read more
1 year ago
Being from LA, I am familiar with Howlin' Ray's. I first tried them during the pandemic when they were doing delivery from a ghost kitchen in my hometown, where they now have a brick and mortar. I've never been to the original Chinatown location because I heard about their long lines. Their newest location in Vegas was one of the reasons I booked a stay at The Palazzo, where Howlin' is one of the occupants of the newish Via Via Food Hall at the Venetian. When I visited, there was NO line! I always order the Sando, which comes with a boneless breast, comeback sauce, pickles and slaw in a soft bun. The tenders come on a slice of bread with pickles, a traditional presentation, but I like the cool slaw of the Sando with the chicken. I'm a wimp when it comes to spice, so I order mild, which is plenty spicy for me. There are 4 spice levels beyond mild. The Food Hall seating seems pretty plentiful, but I just went back to my room to watch "Friends" reruns. The sandwich was perfect, as always. I don't recall if the price point is the same as in LA, but the convenience if you're staying here can't be beat. read more
I've been super excited to try Howlin Ray's ever since I first started seeing reviews pop up about it. I admittedly had not heard of it before, but I love hot chicken so it was a must on my list. This spot is tricky to find, as I had read it was in the Venetian food court, but I haven't been to the Venetian in awhile and automatically assumed it was the food court in the Grand Canal Shoppes. Thankfully I used maps on my phone to find it lol! Helpful tip, it's near Blacktap and Bouchon within the actual casino floor. There are a few other fast casual restaurants in the same court area, but we were easily able to find a spot, it was around 8pm on a Friday night. It was noisy, but that's what you expect in Vegas. There was only one guy ahead of us in line, but as we pondered the menu, a younger guy behind us warned about how spicy the "hot" level was. My fiance and I both enjoy spicy food, so we decided to gamble and go with hot for our tenders. The cashier even asked us if we had tried their "hot" before, but we pushed on. I was surprised at how quickly our food was up, it wasn't even 5 minutes after placing our order. As soon as we took our first bite of the tenders, it was noticeably more spicy than other hot chicken chains. I was able to handle the spice, although my stomach has definitely been feeling the after effects lol, but my fiance tapped out. He ended up taking his tenders home so he could dowse them in ranch to cool them down. Flavor-wise, the tenders have a yummy mix of spices and the chicken was juicy and tender. It definitely seemed higher quality than other similar hot chicken spots. The fries were the star in my opinion. For $5 I was hoping they'd live up to what I had read and thankfully they did. They were perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside with an addicting spice blend sprinkled on top. I could easily have just been happy with those alone. The one knock was that they don't offer water cups, which we found odd, especially when they are serving spicy food! All in all, for $20 for the 3 tenders and fries, I think it was worth it for an occasional diet splurge. Most importantly, it was worth the calories! We will definitely be back, but maybe next time we'll take it down a notch to medium. read more
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3355 S Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89109
The Strip
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Do they have gluten free options?
Our Shake Fries, Vinegar Slaw, Pickles, Comeback Sauce, and Tennessee Tang are all gluten free!
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