I visited Nash + Tender Lodi in Lodi, CA [123 W Elm St] on Tuesday, 06/23/26, around 12:45 PM. For lunch, I proceeded to order the #1 Combo, which came with 2 Hot Chicken Sliders, Mac N Cheese ($2 upgrade), a side of special sauce, and a Strawberry Kiwi Lemonade. The Hot Chicken Sliders were flavorful and paired so well with the special sauce. The Mac N Cheese was decent. The Strawberry Lemonade was absolutely refreshing. The inside of the restaurant was clean. There were a good number of tables and chairs available for customers, indoors and outdoors. Nash + Tender Lodi makes solid chicken slider sandwiches. I recommend stopping by. read more

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I stopped into Nash & Tender for lunch after reading some positive reviews. Well the reviewers weren't wrong, because the food and service were great. I ordered a #3 combo and a side of ranch for $17.50 before tip and tax. It came with a large slider, another chicken breast on toast, a large serving of crinckle cut fries, and a drink. It was a lot of food and I had leftovers, so I was happy with the size of the portions. The slider had a big, thick, piece of fried chicken breast on it. It was a little spicey, topped with pickles, sauce, cole slaw and served on a nice brioche bun. It was one of the better chicken sandwiches I've had in a while and very satisfying. The chicken breast on toast, was silimar and just as satisfying. The fries were hot, chispy, and lightly seasoned. I enjoyed every one as I dunked them in sauce and munched them down. The staff was nice, and prepared my food quickly. The dining room was basic, but functional, and the drinks were self-serve. I'm happy to give them 5 stars. The food was really good. read more

Nash + Tender Lodi - Deliciousness! The chicken slider and fries were great! - American Near Me - Lodi, California

Great place to get hot chicken. Quick and friendly service. Clean and open seating. Several people got goo to go while I was there eating in person. My favorite part is they use crinkle cut fries which were crisp and delicious. $12 for lunch, the prices are good especially these days. Definitely a great lunch option when nearby. read more

Nash + Tender Lodi - Saucy fries - American Near Me - Lodi, California

We've been looking for another hot chicken place besides Dave's and we were pretty glad we stopped by here. The lunch special is a good deal, $10 for a sandwich, fries and drink. The type of fries they use cool down fast but they were still pretty good. The chicken was seasoned well and something either in the sauce or chicken had a type of sweetness to it that was also really good. Our food was ready fast and great customer service as well. We'll definitely be back when we're in Lodi. read more

Takes very long time for food to prepare. Places needs more cleaning. Got there food took 30 mins and table has crumbs from not being wiped down. read more

Wait time was around 10-15 minutes, which wasn't bad. The employees seemed tired and uninterested though very monotone, no energy, and the chef in the back looked irritated every time someone ordered. And it wasn't even busy, it was just me my wife, and a few other people in line. We got the #1 combo (2 chicken strip sliders + fries) and added a mac and cheese for an extra $5. That part alone already felt pricey. The drink came with the combo, but it was served in a thin plastic cup that literally looked like something you could buy at Walmart. I know the food industry always upcharges drinks, but between the extra charge for the mac and cheese and the cheap cup presentation, it just didn't feel like we were getting our money's worth. First bite of the slider was pretty disappointing. I'd rate the sandwich itself a 2/5. The bun was soft but not toasted, the coleslaw had no flavor and tasted old, and the sauce was just drenched all over the bread. Also only one small chicken strip on the slider for the price they charge, that's not a good value. Fries were actually decent, but honestly they tasted like the frozen Walmart fries you just air fry at home. Mac & cheese was okay but had almost no seasoning, just tasted like melted cheese. The chicken tender wasn't crispy at all. Overall the food looked better than it tasted. I personally wouldn't come back. I'd rather go to Angry Chicken for better flavor and better value. read more

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Pretty mid chicken. It was dry and I had to heavily rely on the sauce, which also wasn't that good. The servers were nice but I'm not sure why I tipped when I ordered because I got my own water, napkins, and everything else during my visit. The ambiance is relatively clean, but the lighting seemed kinda low. I'm not sure if it was just because it was rainy out, but it seemed like the lighting east sufficient, which gave a weird vibe. read more

Nash + Tender Lodi - American Near Me - Lodi, California

All the food tasted pretty good! The spicy chicken is pretty bomb! Will be coming back again when I'm around the area read more

The service was good.That I will recommend. I had such high hopes for this place since my co workers can't stop talking about it, yeah i know better now.The food nope I'm good. On the Nash and tender fries, I asked for the mac & cheese on the side the coleslaw on the side and pickles on the side that they did that was perfectly fine. Did this on purpose so I could taste the Mac and coleslaw well they had NO FLAVOR bland, coming home and having to add seasonings to it was not ok, sad when KFC has more flavor All and all WAY WAY over priced definitely will not be returning. read more

Nash + Tender Lodi - Got #4 meal n Nash + Tender Fries - American Near Me - Lodi, California

The food was soo good and very well seasoned chicken and the mac n cheese was a proper sauce style mac n cheese. I usually prefer baked because it can taste fake but not this recipe. Real cheese ! The service was fast and friendly , we didn't know what to order and they gave me recommendations that were great. Better than the Nashville chicken spots in Sacramento! read more

Pros: The food is awesome!!! Good flavor and the portions are fair. At the Lodi location, the service is always good and always seems to be quiet, not a whole lot noise which makes for a relaxed ambiance. Cons: Prices and parking. I'm not a fan of their prices, I mean for chicken tenders??? The parking is also bad as I had to park almost 2 blocks away, this seems to be a thing with this business as the Stockton location is even worse, I parked over 3 blocks away! read more

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I love this place for fried chicken. Their seasonings are so good and the prices are really good too. The tenders have a lot of meat good for protein. Also the service is really good everyone who works here is nice & helpful. read more

Good location in downtown Lodi. Quick service and plenty of street parking. Good fried chicken tenders and very filling. It is located next to the movie theater and probably has seating for about 20 folks. I appreciate it for what it is, a semi-fast food casual dining experience that will cost you about 15-20$ read more

The Nashville hot chicken tenders were fried to a perfect crunch, incredibly juicy on the inside, and packed a fantastic, fiery punch. I loved pairing them with the extra-crispy crinkle-cut fries and their signature comeback sauce. read more

The establishment is clean however we got the tender fries and the nashirito. I was a little disappointed that I had to request ranch which I thought came with a side of ranch and I was shocked they charged me tax for it on top of that I asked for a few additional pickles and was told I also had to buy them. I was shocked honestly. The tender fries were actually very good however the burrito had very little chicken and was a majority of Mac and cheese. Unfortunately we will not be returning to spend almost 40.00 it was not worth it to us. read more

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I really like Nash + Tender! We were going to get the chicken and waffle sandwich but opted to make our or little creations with the chicken and waffle plate (no slaw for us). Everything was perfectly cooked. The chicken portions were huge! The chicken was all white meat, unprocessed chicken breasts perfectly buttered and fried. The waffles were cooked perfectly. Crisp on the outside and soft on the inside with a little chew to them. They were so good. I ordered the medium heat and let me tell you, they pack some heat. Definitely hotter than a usual medium heat. Next time I'll order mild so my taste buds still function by the end. I added a little honey to my hot chicken and it cut the heat a little and was so good. Fast and friendly service, very clean restaurant and really good food. We will definitely be back. read more

Nash + Tender Lodi - Chicken & Waffles medium hot So good! - American Near Me - Lodi, California

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The chicken strips are huge. I ordered the mild and it was still hot. I think they have something called country style which I want to try next time. Hopefully it will be less heat. read more

I have been to other locations and so far this one is the best. Able to mix n match my tenders without any hassle from the crew.

This place was amazing, the food came out great and perfect temperature and I love their sauce

We have been coming here regularly for years. We get take out from this location one or two times a month. Parking isn't the best for that and they have their issues. Sometimes we have gotten soggy fries or the tenders have more tendons than we like. We have tried pretty much everything on the menu and have been disappointed a few times when it wasn't specified that an item did not come with fries. Once, we even got fries that were not crinkle cut. But overall, they are consistently good. I have settled on a usual of tenders and fries, while my husband prefers the chicken tacos. Also, they have the best house sauce around. I always pay for extra so I can eat it on my chicken and my fries. The sauce is really what makes it. I wish they would bottle and sell it. read more

Nash + Tender Lodi - American Near Me - Lodi, California

very late service, chicken was not that good, fries were very oily, ambience was good but the tables were not cleaned, someone's food was there, they should look at that too read more

First time trying this place & it was pretty solid! I had the Nash fries & they did not disappoint. I just wish I would have ordered Hot (spice level) chicken instead, but the food was good, service was great, and it was a very calm ambiance. Would definitely go back! read more

Nash + Tender Lodi - Nash Nash Tender Fries - American Near Me - Lodi, California

The last time I remember, trying Nash tender, was at their food truck, and it was really good. My expectation of what it was before, was definitely not the same. The fries were OK, but the chicken was really dry and the breading was not crisp at all. It seemed a bit overcooked with no flavor I am not a fan. read more

Don't order the Nashrito. I used Door Dash and my burrito had 3 small pieces of chicken in it. I expected it to have at least 2 or 3 full size chicken tenders in it, but nope, this thing was just a big and sloppy Mac/Cheese/Coleslaw with Fries, wrapped in a tortilla. $15 for this is ridiculous! Reply to Jimmy: Your store obviously didn't make sure to portion the chicken adequately on my order today (see pic). You can make it right by emailing me a $15 dollar coupon to come back. SFairley8616@gmail.com read more

Nash + Tender Lodi - A Mac and Cheese, French Fry and Coleslaw Burrito - American Near Me - Lodi, California

This review is going to be short and sweet and to the point! When it comes to chicken places like this, it really is a hard yes or a hard no never in between. This place was a hard yes! When we arrived we noticed the items on Yelp weren't on the menu but the staff member let us know the items we could order that wasn't on the menu. I ordered the tacos, and chicken salad and it was so yummy! Like I took a bite of my tacos and did the eye roll! I ate it so fast I couldn't even take a photo! My husband has the chicken loaded fries with the mac and cheese, and chicken tenders on the side and he absolutely loved it! His suggestion is to add extra chicken. I love this place, I recommend this place and I will be back to this place ! read more

Get the Nash and Fries!! 1/2 price on Fridays. Service and ambience are average, but the food is great!

nash + tender never misses! the food is absolutely amazing -- i'm obsessed with their chicken sandwiches. the pickles are the perfect touch, and the mac and cheese is insanely good. rich, creamy, and full of flavor. i can't speak on the staff since i've never been in person, but i've ordered through doordash multiple times and every single time, it's been fresh, hot, and consistently delicious. definitely one of my go-to comfort food spots in lodi! read more

Restaurant was clean, staff was friendly and Thorough when it came to our orders. Food was delicious and they seemed fairly busy for a Monday night..we were very impressed! read more

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Good food and decent service. It isn't a place I would probably go again as it isn't anything that great, but no complaints in general. I do wish they had regular forks and knives. It was hard to cut my chicken with a plastic fork & knife and the fork kept bending. read more

This place is definitely good if you're on the lookout for a Nashville Chicken spot. The food is very good. One highlight I have to say is that they might have one of the best fries that I've had in a while. I ordered them to be extra crispy, but usually, if you do takeout, it becomes soggy. When I bit into the fries, they were still hot and crunchy, and I have to give all the credit to them. I've had a lot of Nashville Chicken sandwiches, and this spot is definitely up there. I love that they offer secret menu and unique items, such as Chicken and waffle Sandwiches, Chicken Tacos, and more. The service was also spot-on. I had a girl help me in the front, and she was very helpful w/ the menu. The overall ambience/environment of the place is casual. It's really good if you just want to grab some food to eat or if you're hanging out w/ friends. Overall, I recommend Nash+Tender if you're in the Lodi area and looking for some good Nashville Chicken!! read more

Nash + Tender Lodi - Hot Chicken Slider Combo - American Near Me - Lodi, California

I was working in the area so I decided to stop here for lunch on a weekday afternoon. The place wasn't too busy. I decided to get the waffle sandwich. I have never seen a combination of ingredients like this so I had to try it. Sandwich with Waffle Crust, Chicken Tender, Mac N' Cheese, Coleslaw, Pickles, and Special Sauce The food came out quick and fresh with maple syrup and an extra side of sauce. I got it extra hot. Extra hot was the perfect amount of spiciness. The mac and cheese was really good. The coleslaw was really good and their special sauce that they use tasted excellent (better than Raising Cane's). The chicken was also great! If I'm ever in the area again I will definitely be back read more

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Saturday, 6/18/2022 - We tried "Nash + Tender" chicken restaurant in Lodi, CA. Address is 123 W Elm St, Lodi, CA 95240. There's plenty of free street parking. Uopn arrival: Pros: 1) workers were very nice. 2) it was our 1st time there, and the man behind the counter was very patient with us. He let us know if we've any questions, he's happy to answer. In which, he let us know the spicey levels they have for their chicken. 3) their chicken was perfectly cooked, large and juicy! Even my little one loved it. The fries were good too. They gave us 3 different sauces to try. Ranch, BBQ, and their own sauce. Their sauce was really good. It's like a blend of McDonald's big Mac sauce, in-n-out sauce and Chik-Fi-La sauce all in one. Kinda. Sorta. Not sure how to explain it. But it was good. It was good in the burger, good with dipping the chicken, and good with the fries. 4) restaurant was clean. 5) bathroom was really clean. Cons: 1) no cons Conclusion: We really liked the food here and the service we got. The staffs were nice. When we ran out of napkins, our little ones went to go ask for more. They didn't look irritated that a kid was asking. They kindly gave her more napkins. When the kids ate all the ketchup packets, they went to ask for more. Even tho the man was still cooking in the back, he came out and gave them a handful of ketchup. Super nice staff. The restaurant and the bathroom was clean. They had a ton of water cups to the side, which I was thankful for. All I wanted was water. If you haven't been here, try them out. They are pretty good. read more

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Been wanting to try this spot for quite sometime as I believe they may be a spin-off of a very popular food truck. Well we weren't disappointed. The chicken was some of the best we've had. Fries were also wonderful. Note though - if you order hot, be prepared to have a burning tongue, watery eyes and a runny nose, because their hot is no joke. Great service by the staff. Quick to get food out and efficient when taking orders. read more

Nash + Tender Lodi - American Near Me - Lodi, California

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Incredible Chicken Tenders and Fries - They Get It Right! You'd think a simple menu of chicken tenders, fries, and sandwiches would be easy to master--but plenty of places get it wrong. Not this one. They absolutely nail it. The chicken is always hot, tender, and perfectly spiced to your preference--mild, medium, or hot. The fries? Always fresh, always crispy, and seasoned just right if you choose. And the portions? Generous enough to satisfy even the hungriest appetite. Even though everything is made to order, service is impressively fast, and friendly!It's hands-down the best I've ever had, and I've been in the industry for years. My only concern? That more people will discover this spot, and I'll have to wait next time I come in. But honestly, it's worth it. If you haven't been here yet, you're missing out! read more

Great fast food alternative. They serve chickens in different iterations: tenders, sliders, w/waffles, salad and Mac & cheese. Another Yelper wasn't kidding about the chicken being spicy. Shared a #4 combo of a slider, extra chicken tender, Mac & cheese and fries. I ordered medium spicy and I beg to differ. It started out ok, but as I continued to eat it started to make my nose run and my scalp sweat. Did I stop eating? No. Very tasty and I'll be back for mild chicken read more

Nash + Tender Lodi - #4 combo - American Near Me - Lodi, California

Nash and Tender gets 5 starts . The chicken was so moist and fries were cooked to perfection with their yummy fry seasoning to give them an extra kick. The best part was their signature sauce that was great both with the fries and on the sandwich . I can't wait to go back ! read more

Nash + Tender Lodi - Chicken sandwich with seasoned fries - American Near Me - Lodi, California

Sad to say this place disappointed me today. The chicken tenders were small, thin, really dry, and did not have any spice. I ordered mild because thats usually my limit on spice but there wasn't even a tiny kick. I usually come whenever I pass Lodi but this time the food didn't hit hopefully the quality doesn't keep going down. Will probably give it one more try to see if it was a fluke but hopefully it's better next time. read more

Had the opportunity to try this place out on a recent trip to Lodi, California. Inside not very big with tables and chairs. It's. A walk up an order establishment and then wait for your food to be brought out to you. The young lady manning the resisters and taking orders was extremely nice and patient with us being our 1st time. I decided on the hot chicken sliders and I was very impressed with not only the size but the flavor as well. For me they weren't too spicy and even their medium wasn't that spicy as well. The dipping sauce is so good and going myself using it not only on my sandwich but for my fries as well. Reminded me of fry sauce back home. My wife and daughter also enjoyed theirs and we will for sure be back while visiting. read more

It was surprisingly really good. I was looking for a place to eat in Lodi and came across this one, the menu looked good and I decided to try it. Is in the middle of downtown with a nice sitting area inside and out. I got the Mac and cheese chicken sandwich with fries and was really good. People are friendly and food came out fast. I will be going back for sure. read more

Surprisingly good. I really appreciate their customer service. The prices are a little high but the food is good. I've had three of their combos and their biggest one was my favorite. Great outdoor seating on a nice day. Inside is a little tight but perfect for this type of restaurant. read more