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Dave's Hot Chicken

4.9

Chicken Shop
Santa Ana, CA

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 opene... read more

Location details

3332 S Bristol St, Santa Ana, CA, 92704, United States

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Weekday	Schedule	Status
Mon	10:00 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Tue	10:00 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Wed	10:00 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Thu	10:00 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Fri	10:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m.
Sat	10:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m.
Sun	10:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.

4.91,206 reviews

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Jaye S.

on Yelp

a year ago

I went here last night with my friend and the customer service was so nice, the worker that helped us was so sweet. However the mac n cheese that I got was very salty and I wasn't able to continue eating it because it was straight up salt. Hopefully that changes!!

Business response:

We're sorry we didn't meet your expectations. Help us improve and earn those extra stars. Please tell us what we could have done better at www.tellusdirect.com/DHC. Thank you.

Jen N.

on Yelp

a year ago

5 stars for the owner Paul - great customer service! For California, Dave's Hot Chicken is up there! I used to live in Nashville and the flavors here are on point. I always get the tenders and fries, it never misses! I'm a wimp when it comes to spice. I got the mild and it already had a kick. My boyfriend got one medium and one hot tender, he was sweatinnn on that hot one. We usually order DoorDash. Love this place and we'll definitely be back!

Ariana L.

on Yelp

a year ago

My friend and I were here last night at midnight, we had the best service and experience. Paul, the cashier was the absolute nicest person we have ever met and was extremely accommodating. We do have a closer Dave's Hot Chicken location but we will be making all future drives just for Paul. The food was good and we have no complains.

Shelly P.

on Yelp

a year ago

Soooo damn good every single time. Classic Dave. Service is good. Store is clean. FOOD is good.

Jessica A.

on Yelp

a year ago

First time trying Dave's hot chicken Food was good ! Service was good as well very fast. The place was clean 5/5 I'll definitely be back soon

Wayne S.

on Yelp

a year ago

I wrote a review about a bad experience I had at the Dave's Hot Chicken on Bristol Street in Santa Ana. The chicken was perfect but I was charged for an item that I didn't receive. After talking to the Manager I was told that the charge had been refunded to my card. When I checked my bank the full amount was showing in the pending status. I waited to see if the charge would post before I posted the review. I was immediately contacted by the owners who wanted to make things right. Today I saw that the credit was issued on the... read more

Business response:

Hi Wayne, I sent you a private message, we would love to get in contact with you!

Brandon S.

on Yelp

a year ago

Foods always good and it's an easy option for kids. Chicken, fries, and Mac n cheese. What stood out most was the service. Paul was super helpful and welcoming. Out of all Dave's locations this one stands at the top for me. Definitely recommend this place for its outstanding staff and great food

Business response:

Reading reviews like yours reminds us why we started this business in the first place. We're so grateful for your support

Ayush S.

on Yelp

a year ago

This Dave's location was incredible. The service was amazing, especially the employee Paul, who was very friendly. Food came out within 5 minutes, and was very good. Highly recommend!