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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. 

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5010 El Cerrito Plaza, El Cerrito, CA, 94530, 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.
4.9126 reviews
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Diego Lomeli-Katen 
2 months ago

First time here as I was just visiting in town. Food was fast to come out and staff was very friendly. I got a slider and tender combo both hot. Was kinda heavy on paprika but still oddly sweet. Not my favorite, but I think I'd like it a lot more if got a more mild flavor or even spicier depending on what seasonings they use. The chicken itself was very moist and well made. I'd definitely come by again if in the area. 

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Lawrence 
a week ago

Stopped in for a quick bite and let me tell you what wonderful food and service. We were greeted by the manager and the owner happened to be there. Wonderful people at Dave’s hot chicken!!! 

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Travis S 
10 months ago

The chicken was good, although thicker than I usually like. There were a lot of spice levels so easy to dial in to your taste. I liked the slider better than the plain strip. Staff was really nice (shoutout to Linda). Maybe not the best chicken in the bay, but would eat here again 

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Andy Chen 
11 months ago

terrible experience - food was mid as expected based off the customer service. we came on Drake’s birthday and the cashier rudely told part of our group that we weren’t selected for the free sliders and took the promo off, when the people before and after us clearly “were selected.” would be fine but the portion size was poor as well - would recommend a different chicken place instead. save your money 

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Matthew Kehr 
9 months ago

Incredible food at many heat levels and wonderful customer service. Dave's sauce and pickles are god tier, and the amount of food you get for the price is really good. Overall, a must try restaurant with excellent service. 

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How is Dave's Hot Chicken rated?

Dave's Hot Chicken has a 4.9 star rating with 126 reviews. 

When is Dave's Hot Chicken open?

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