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Dave's Hot Chicken

4.8

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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

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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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Kevin E. 
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2 years ago

Chicken sandwich wars have a new winner. Great combo of flavor and a bit of crunch. Hot chicken with honey, pickles, and a creamy dipping sauce. Good fries as well. Best chicken sandwich I've had! 

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Rob M. 
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2 years ago

I will say that it would have gotten a 5 if it was cheaper. That is the only knock is that I got 1 slider, fries and a small drink and it was like $13. The meal tasted amazing. The chicken was great. The sauce and pickles are damn delectable. Hell even my french fries were crispy and super fresh! I can not say 1 bad word about the food in any way shape or form. I would say you should go every once in a while and treat yoself 

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Joel C. 
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2 years ago

The establishment really feels like a Nashville chicken spot. From the exterior, interior, and the service it feels like it is comfortable with what it has to offer. The portion size is reasonable for the price and the chicken is seasoned really well. You definitely won't be wanting more in terms of flavor, it has a salty and spicy (depending on what you order) dry rub in addition to some sauces that can add some extra kick or another layer of complexity to the flavor. However, the chicken itself was a bit on the dry side. ... read more

Business response:

Hey Joel, Thank you for the feedback!! How do we earn that 5th star next time? If you have a few extra seconds, would you mind connecting with us at https://tellusdirect.com/dhc? -Julie 

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Gen-Gen G. 
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2 years ago

Just know that their definition of hot is probably not what you think. I had my chicken slider and tender at their hot level thinking of Hooters level of spicy, but it was much hotter. I can't imagine people getting their higher levels of spicy, but I am probably a spice lightweight. The restaurant looked clean despite the many customers. Most of them taking advantage of the outdoor seating. I took advantage of the seating near the fountain drinks. As I said, the chicken was spicy hot. Come try it. Well worth it! 

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Gilly C. 
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2 years ago

Was out enjoying an evening with the family and we decided to try this place . We heard about it on Facebook ,and the chicken was really good ,I got the hot (8 of 10 hot level ) and my wife got the light mild one (she said there was too much seasoning on it ) maybe if they had option on how much seasoning they put on it ,her opinion but will try the reaper next time, the waiver you have to sign scared me off tbh lol 

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Antoinette A. 
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2 years ago

I wanted to try something new and Dave's Hot Chicken was it. Glad I arrived at this decision because the chicken is delicious. The spice blend on the chicken is like no other. Depending on preference, you can go up or down on the spice level without compromising on the overall taste. Dave's Hot Chicken has become my top choice when I'm in the mood for takeout. 

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Lalalia A. 
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2 years ago

My family couldn't get enough of this place that they refused to leave IL without having their last meal here. The prices and everything on the menu was excellent. The portion and quality was on point that my daughter who is a picky loved it. Can't wait to have more of this Hot Chicken! 

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Christine C. 
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2 years ago

The food is tasty but overpriced for what you get. The coleslaw was kind of bland. The spice levels confused me. I ordered medium because reaper seemed like it would be ghost pepper level hot--medium tastes like it should be mild. What's even more confusing, is I ordered my child light mild and it tasted the same level as the medium.. light mild should be mild, and medium should be mild. Ok now I'm confused. 

Business response:

Hi Chrisitnnne, Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're very sorry for letting you down. We'd like a second chance to impress you. Please connect with us at https://tellusdirect.com/dhc. -Julie 

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Christopher D. 
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2 years ago

Very good quality chicken. I didn't think the Xtra hot or Reaper was that hot however. Sauce is good and I like the tenders with cheese. 

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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 closed now. It will open at 10:30 a.m.