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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. 

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2920 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR, 97232, United States

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Mon11:00 a.m. to Midnight
Tue11:00 a.m. to Midnight
Wed11:00 a.m. to Midnight
Thu11:00 a.m. to Midnight
Fri11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Sat11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Sun11:00 a.m. to Midnight
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Jamil R. 
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a year ago

We decided to order the reaper sliders. We thought they would be much spicier than they were. The chicken overall was really tasty and we would totally return. The service was probably the best part of our experience...we wanted to change the order after it had already been placed and the staff was more than happy to help. The location is also convenient since there's parking. 

Business response:

Big thanks for the glowing 5-star review! We're delighted you had a blast. Count on us to keep the fun going strong! 

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Sarah J. 
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a year ago

Wow!! Chicken here is amazing and customer service is even better! The chicken in the sliders was tender and juicy. I loved the dry rub and the fries as well. The fries were nice and crunchy but also soft! When we came in the place was pretty busy but there's plenty of seating. My partner ordered for me and didn't realize there were pickles in the sandwich which I do not like. The server offered to replace my bun which was so kind of him. The Dave's sauce is delicious and goes well with all menu items! Will definitely have D... read more

Business response:

Major thanks for your support! We're all smiles about your visit but we're aiming to wow you even more. Got a sec to share what would make us a solid five at http://tellusdirect.com/dhc? We're here for it! 

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Daddy B. 
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a year ago

Large chicken tender portions. Use caution on the spice level. MILD allows for more flavor. After MEDIUM it is all heat and fire from there. Guy at the register actually WORKED at being unhelpful , condescending , and disinterested. 

Business response:

Appreciate the kind words and the near-perfect score! There's always room to up our game, though. Give us the lowdown at http://tellusdirect.com/dhc on how we can earn that last star from you. Thanks for helping us grow! 

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stacey k. 
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a year ago

My son loves going to Daves Hot Chicken...and since I dont eat chicken there was nothing there for me. Until now. Go and eat the cauliflower slider while the rest of your chicken eating friends do their thing. It was crispy and spicy with all the same goodness. The price is comparable to the chicken sandwich, which doesnt feel right but....its pretty good. 

Business response:

Thanks a bunch for the love! We're thrilled you had a good time and we're curious, what can we do for the full five? Let's chat at http://tellusdirect.com/dhc. Your next visit should be nothing less than stellar! 

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Brandi P. 
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a year ago

Took my nephew there last weekend and he said it's the best chicken he's ever had!!! He said it was juicy and very flavorful. He got mild and said it still had a kick but wasn't unbearable. He's depressed we don't have one back home. I'm a baby so I didn't try it but he was super impressed. 

Business response:

Awww we're glad you and your nephew loved it! And sorry that we don't have one back at home (yet). But rest assured, we are growing like wildfire so we might make it out to you soon! 

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Matthew P. 
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a year ago

Chicken is good. Extra hot is the way to go. They have started skimping on the sauce though, the to-go cups they give you are half sized now and are barely half full of sauce. I dont know why they started doing this, the full sized cups of sauce were already not enough. I would give this a 5 star review because the chicken is damn good. To the owners: Why go cheap on this? Just increase the price and give people an adequate amount of sauce... 

Business response:

Apologies for any disappointment caused during your visit. We'd love to make it right. Please visit www.tellusdirect.com/DHC to share your concerns and help us improve. Thank you. 

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NinjaCreeper 5. 
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a year ago

I may be white but damn the reaper chicken is some mid level spice although really good chicken. inside of the store is to packed and loud around lunch time but the outside is nice and quiet. 9/10 would eat here again (keep in mind this user has a high spice tolerance) 

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Jodi W. 
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a year ago

I live in the neighborhood. I was excited to see a new resturant. I have come for dine in, take out and drive through. Every experience I've had here has been varied. Only the last couple times (2/24) has it been consistent when coming through the drive through. I always get the single tender in hot. The hot is a bit spicy. But the slice of white bread is nice if it gets a little too hot. The pickles also are great! I love the combo with the spicy chicken. The last two times I have come through the chicken was cooked great.... 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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Tom J. 
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a year ago

I wanted to update my review after eating Dave's for a second time. The first time we had Dave's hot chicken, it was very average and over priced. On a recent exhausting day, my husband suggested we try it again as they are just up the street from us. This time, the food was excellent, some of the best chicken tenders I've had, very moist, perfect meat and a crispy exterior. I'm a spice wimp, but was still okay with the medium level. The fries were very crispy and tasty as well. I love the pickles, don't understand the n... read more

Business response:

We'd really love a second chance to earn those 3 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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How is Dave's Hot Chicken rated?

Dave's Hot Chicken has a 4.8 star rating with 920 reviews. 

When is Dave's Hot Chicken open?

Dave's Hot Chicken is closed now. It will open at 11:00 a.m.