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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 opene... read more

Location details

297 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93405, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Tue10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Wed10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Thu10:00 a.m. to Midnight
Fri10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Sat10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Sun10:00 a.m. to Midnight
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Alivia B. 
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2 years ago

ruth, best worker ever. costumer service is amazing. and the food is bomblish 10/10 recommend this place 

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Stacey M. 
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2 years ago

We have been there twice and the food was pretty good although a bit expensive. I was tired after work and tried calling in an order because I just wanted to walk in and pick up my food but the guy that answered the phone said I had to order online. I explained that I wasn't near a computer to order online but he insisted he couldn't take my order over the phone. So I went threw the McDonald's drive through in AG instead. 

Business response:

Thank you for the feedback!! f you have a few extra seconds, would you mind connecting with us at https://tellusdirect.com/dhc? We'd love to make up for this experience. -Julie 

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Joshua T. 
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2 years ago

First time here. I decided to try this place while out for a walk from my hotel stay. Looking at the prices, it is rather expensive for what you get. A two piece chicken strip meal with fries is near $13 and if you want to add an extra (one) strip it is almost $5. I decided in an effort to try the flavors I got three strips; mild, hot, and reaper. Now I had to sign a waiver for the reaper which I thought was silly but whatever. The chicken was cooked well and thoroughly. this chicken is not coated in sauce, but rather a dry... read more

Business response:

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

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Tabitha R. 
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2 years ago

Food was great and the customers service was great. Charles definitely made my night for sure so sweet ! 

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Eliza J. 
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2 years ago

It's crazy busy, but it's a 3 star for me. I don't dislike it. It's just not my flavah. For those who like/yum it might tell me "Fry Me A River" We'll Im not gonna fry a river. Is it possible anyway? Seriously, if you haven't tried it, give it a biting chance. Your flavor buds just might be better than mine. I Can surely tell you this, it's good cluck for your buck. 

Business response:

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

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Buck J. 
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2 years ago

The only reason why it's a four is the staff was very helpful but a little perfunctory. (Like a mechanical device) That is not a bad thing, but if they were more engaged with me I would have loved the experience. Maybe I just like having fun when I go out to eat. Enough about my needs. I got the #1 Hot chicken strips. WOW!! The flavor was so good. I should have ordered the one below hot. But it was so tasty. The sauce was on point. Even the pickles were good....and I hate pickles. This is a must taste for anyone who likes s... read more

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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Bradley S. 
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2 years ago

Love love love Dave's hot chicken!!! Best chicken ever! The counter girl marissa is very friendly and provides excellent customer service. We will always return to Dave's hot chicken in Slo. Five stars 

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Jaylynn B. 
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2 years ago

This place is amazing, I walked in 5 minutes before they closed and we ordered my mom wanted to stay and eat but they were about to close so she asked and they said that we could stay and eat and we can take our time no need to rush. When we where waiting the owner I think named allen show us this super cool room that was close off for the night and took his time explaining what the paintings on the wall where. Then our food got there we ate it so quick because it was so delicious. When we where done the owner brought us out... read more

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Richard W. 
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2 years ago

100% Recommend! First off, the staff is super nice and welcoming. Second, the chicken is soooo juicy! I must say though, today was the first time I've ate here and the cashier said "what level of spice?" And I said, "the hottest you got." Supposedly the hottest is called The Reaper and they make you sign a waiver before you eat it. I will admit...for me it was not THAT hot. It made my nose run but it was definitely tolerable. But I also eat spicy food for every meal, everyday haha. The pickles are delicious. As are the fri... read more

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How is Dave's Hot Chicken rated?

Dave's Hot Chicken has a 4.8 star rating with 694 reviews. 

When is Dave's Hot Chicken open?

Dave's Hot Chicken is open now. It will close at 2:00 a.m.