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Dave's Hot Chicken

4.8

About this business

TO LIVE AND FRY IN L.A. In 2017, four childhood friends came up with a simple concept — take Nashville Hot Chicken and make it better than anyone else in America. With only a couple thousand dollars to their name, they boot-strapped a pop-up concept in a parking lot in East Hollywood serving a simple menu of tenders, sliders, fries, and kale slaw — they created a viral cult following with lines consistently over an hour long. THE JOURNEY After 6 months of running the pop-up with long lines, the team took the plunge and op... read more

Location details

2736 Showplace Dr., Naperville, IL, 60564, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon10:30 a.m. to Midnight
Tue10:30 a.m. to Midnight
Wed10:30 a.m. to Midnight
Thu10:30 a.m. to Midnight
Fri10:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Sat10:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Sun10:30 a.m. to Midnight
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Kinza D. 
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a year ago

I'm generally not a huge chicken fan but hot chicken sandwiches have a special place in my heart. After the first time I visited Nashville I was on the hunt for a local hot chicken place and I was thrilled when Dave's first opened up - I've been several times and have never been disappointed! The hot chicken slider with a side of fries, Mac and cheese, and a Coke Zero Is my go too at Dave's. I generally go with medium spice - I like the kick but also don't have the best spice tolerance and medium works great for me - paired... read more

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Grace L. 
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a year ago

Overhyped. It's $15 for 3 chicken tenders, and the flavor is very artificial. You can get better Nashville hot chicken flavors elsewhere. Also no seating indoors. 

Business response:

We'd really love a second chance to earn those 2 extra stars. If you have a few extra seconds, would you mind connecting with us at https://tellusdirect.com/dhc? -Julie 

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Anika S. 
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a year ago

Food is great! I usually get the tender and sandwich combo! I come here a lot cause it's open late (12am). The people are pretty nice and the inside and outside seating is kinda cool for a chicken sandwich place! Would recommend! 

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Balil I. 
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a year ago

Is there Dave's hot chicken addiction hotline help!! Back again and this time its better wayyyyyyyyyyy better then last time we visited!! Cheeeeeeze was just the right amount on each slider as was the heat spice level. Also the fries I counted 19 fries that's equals to 9 and 1/2 fries PERFECT amount for each cheeeeeeze slider! To the crew at Dave's Hot Chicken thank you for making my tummy happy. 

Business response:

Awwww we're so glad you and the fam had a great meal and a great experience! Guess you're going to have to come back and take some pics! Please share them with us if you do! Thanks for the love! 

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Kendall R. 
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a year ago

I loved all of my food. I usually don't like pickles but there was something perfect about the combo of the seasoning, breading, sauce, and the pickles all together. I had a great time with my friends, and everything was wonderful. 

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Hannah H. 
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a year ago

Dave's Hot Chicken in Naperville was one of my favorite chicken sandwiches to date! It was crispy and juicy. The chicken tenders were amazing too. I love that you can customize the spice level for each individual entree. We also tried the new chicken bites, mac and cheese, and oreo milkshake You can find other Dave's locations across the Chicagoland area and the US. 

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Christopher Z. 
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a year ago

"Submit" your order 2 minutes before pick up if your paranoid about not getting your meal while it's still warm. Love the service at night. Very seamless, especially if you have the app! Get the reaper tenders with fries meal try substituting the fries for the mac & cheese. If you're doing keto, this will ruin it. Stop worrying about gaining weight and feel good. Ask for honey packs. Oh. If your into spicy food, reaper isn't that spicy. 

Business response:

Thanks for this awesome review! We love that you are encouraging others to just try our food and be happy! We need more people like you! 

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Michelle L. 
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a year ago

Nice diner vibe. I love their sliders and their fries are perfect- stopped by several times already and will continue to when I'm around the area. 

Business response:

Thanks so much for leaving your review! We'd love a second chance to impress you and hopefully earn that extra star. Please connect with us at https://tellusdirect.com/dhc so we can make it up to you? -Julie 

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Myrna H. 
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a year ago

The food is fresh, well cooked, crunchy and delicious! The fries were phenomenal, and the staff was very helpful and kind! I even give them an B for cleanliness, considering they work a bit crowded. I can't wait to try them again. I'm hoping that they are consistent in their food and service. 

Business response:

Aww we are so glad that you enjoyed your meal and that we were able to create a memorable experience for you. We hope that you come back again soon! 

Frequently asked questions about Dave's Hot Chicken

How is Dave's Hot Chicken rated?

Dave's Hot Chicken has a 4.8 star rating with 2,165 reviews. 

When is Dave's Hot Chicken open?

Dave's Hot Chicken is open now. It will close at 1:00 a.m.