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Dave's Hot Chicken

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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. 

Location details

5615 E. Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ, 85711, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon11:00 a.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Tue11:00 a.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Wed11:00 a.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Thu11:00 a.m. to 12:45 a.m.
Fri11:00 a.m. to 12:45 a.m.
Sat11:00 a.m. to 12:45 a.m.
Sun11:00 a.m. to 10:45 p.m.
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Teri M. 
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2 years ago

The chicken tenders were good sized & well cooked. I got medium spice but did not care for the flavor or sauce. 

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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Sage O. 
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2 years ago

Business was very nice about getting back to me. I will definitely give five stars for the businesses taking the time to reach out to me and correct this issue. 

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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Gabrielle R. 
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2 years ago

There was a line out the door at 2pm on a Monday! That's a good sign if you ask me. Regardless of a line, they were very efficient. The tenders were perfectly crispy on the outside and moist and tender on the inside. I ordered medium heat level, they have a hint of sweetness to them. They were delicious!! The heat level was perfect for me. The fries are also crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I could see this being a real competitor for raising canes up the street...it was nice that they have additional sauce pa... read more

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P N. 
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2 years ago

The food is delicious . I've been there twice since they opened. My only complaint is how long it takes to get your food. Over an hour during both visits. 

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Lyndsey E. 
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2 years ago

Dave's Hot Chicken was pretty good, though with all of the attention they've been getting I think my expectations were too high! I ordered the #1 which was two tenders with fries, it felt a little pricey at over $13 after tax for a meal that came with a very small portion of fries and no drink. You can select your spice level which includes no spice, lite mild, mild, medium, hot, extra hot, and reaper (this last one you have to sign a waver for). I decided to go with the medium spice, but to me it did not taste spicy at all.... 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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Bethany W. 
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2 years ago

The chicken was perfect. My son had the hot chicken and he loved it so much and he doesn't love anything. I had the no spice and it was fabulous the best chicken in Tucson. Yes, it was on a slider, but the chicken was twice as big as the tiny slider bun and my husband had the mild and it was fabulous too. I have nothing bad to say I mean the wait was an hour but it's understandable. It was a great experience. I really hope that they stay in Tucson for a long time because a lot of our restaurants go out of business, and they ... read more

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Oumou B. 
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2 years ago

I liked my meal. I'm not sure if it was "one hour wait good" but it was good nonetheless. Very crowded which explains the wait. Hoping to try this place after the "newness" wears off. 

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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Catherine G. 
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2 years ago

Just went today and for it being new the wait wasn't too bad.. the inside is really nice and love the graphics/graffiti on the wall. The server was very pleasant and helpful with ordering as well. I got the strip and slider extra hot with an additional tender; the only thing I have an issue with is drinks could've came with the meal that cost dang near $20-just saying it could've came with a drink but the food nonetheless is good with a nice spice. Not too spicy to enjoy. Oh and they already didn't have milkshakes!! I'll cut... read more

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Jazmyn V. 
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2 years ago

I've been to Dave's in 2 different states already so the bar was set. I can absolutely say the food was as delicious if not better and the hot level chicken was HOT, I love spicy food and I would get this again with a large drink on the side!! One thing I'll say about this place is you gotta know your spice limit prior to ordering! The staff was incredibly calm cool and collected with a crazy crowd looking to try the newest and hottest place in Tucson. I honestly can't wait to go again. (Life Hack- put some honey on your ... read more

Business response:

Thanks for sharing your pictures! 

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 1,892 reviews. 

When is Dave's Hot Chicken open?

Dave's Hot Chicken is open now. It will close at 10:45 p.m.