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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

140 Vintage Way, Suite #G-12, Novato, CA, 94945, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Tue11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Wed11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Thu11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Fri11:00 a.m. to Midnight
Sat11:00 a.m. to Midnight
Sun11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
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Peter V. 
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2 years ago

It was good. Great taste. I got the spicy slider. Additional pickles on the side was a nice touch. Not sure but I feel a little guilty leaving since I know it wasn't the healthiest option. But I didn't go there for a salad. Great option for Sunday while chick-fil-a is closed. 

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Ricardo M. 
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2 years ago

Pretty good sliders , got the hot and was plenty spicy they have about two more spice levels after that. Wait was about 15min although I feel like they skimp a little on the fries , wait was about 15 min all in all will definitely go back! 

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Isabella White W. 
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2 years ago

I stopped in here for the grand opening and oh my goodness!! everything was so delicious and the super high-quality!! the seasoning used on the chicken is not too dry nor to sticky, and I love how they serve it with honey packets to balance the spiciness with the sweetness of the honey!! I got the Number #3 on the menu, which comes with a chicken tender, a chicken tender slider, French fries, and a piece of toast. my only recommendation is that they provide a side of the sauce they use on the slider with each meal (althoug... read more

Business response:

yesssss with the honey!!! BOMB! Thanks for the love and support! 

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Sophia O. 
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2 years ago

Thank you for opening in Novato!! So happy we got some decent chicken finally! Reasonable prices, bomb chicken (they're big & juicy)! Awesome customer service. Pro tip... if you get the combos, you can get each tender or slider a different level. Great for sharing or if you aren't sure which to get. Mac & cheese is just mid... milkshakes are too thick to drink unless it melts a bit. 

Business response:

Thanks Sophia! We're glad you loved the chicken! 

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Jeff L. 
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2 years ago

There's a new Dave's Hot Chicken in Novato! This place started as a small joint in LA and then quickly expanded with many locations now. It was pretty crowded, we waited around 15 min in line and 15-30 min for food. The star of the show here is the hot chicken. Indeed, it IS really good. 4* for that alone. It's nice to have a place like this in Marin. However, as the restaurant is brand new, it has several issues to work out. Here are some of our critiques: - This is "Marin spicy", not actually spicy. We ordered x-hot (1... 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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Casey C. 
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2 years ago

We get DHK in LA and waited and waited for this place to open in Novato and it's finally here! Great chicken, started out at mild but going to climb the heat scale 

Business response:

You've got to, it's the only way. Once you get to the reaper, Dave will appear to you in a vision. Thanks for the love! 

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Sheri M. 
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2 years ago

Grabbed a #2 today. So worth it. The sliders were delicious and very hearty. Priced well for all the food you get. Downloaded the app and got a free large milkshake. The service was wonderful. Everyone was friendly and worked quickly. The restaurant has ample seating both inside and outside. 

Business response:

Looks delicious! Thanks for the love! 

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Erin S. 
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2 years ago

Just as tasty as I remember! Chicken is on point, the fries were crispy and well seasoned and the shakes are delicious! Great service too (I think it was Tristan that rocked it yesterday and Beatris was amazing today)! They just opened at this location and I'm already back for round two! 

Business response:

We are happy you're happy! 

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Brady P. 
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2 years ago

Just opened, foods great and the restaurant is surprisingly very clean for a fast food joint 

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How is Dave's Hot Chicken rated?

Dave's Hot Chicken has a 4.9 star rating with 802 reviews. 

When is Dave's Hot Chicken open?

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