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Dave's Hot Chicken

4.5

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31875 Date Palm, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States

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Mon10:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Tue10:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Wed10:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Thu10:30 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Fri10:30 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Sat10:30 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Sun10:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
4.5645 reviews
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Elvira G. 
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a year ago

Just ordered one tender, hot. And it was just too spicy for me. Got the mild and it was very good and juicy. Not so good to justify the crazy amount of calories though. Small sign by cashier stated free drink with Yelp check-in. Asked cashier about it and she said it was only valid when one gives the place a 5-star review. Place was fairly empty- employees less than enthusiastic. Just had to try since I love and can tolerate hot Nashville chicken. I might try Dave's again at a different location. 

Business response:

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re glad you enjoyed the mild tender, but we’re sorry to hear the spice level and other aspects of your visit didn’t hit the mark. We appreciate you bringing up the sign about the Yelp check-in promotion—our offers should never require a specific rating, and we’ll look into this to ensure clarity. Your feedback about the atmosphere and enthusiasm of the team is also important to us. We’ll make sure it’s shared with the right people to help improve future visits. If you decide... read more

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Mckenzie O. 
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a year ago

Very awesome atmosphere and great customer service! The general manager Ernie was amazing super helpful. The food was amazing and the cups are so cool! 

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Marcie M. 
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a year ago

...and we're back! My son got the go ahead to go back to a regular diet after radiation. He requested Dave's! Mom and all three sons are enjoying various levels of spice on our chicken selections. Thanks Alexandra and crew! We also appreciate you reloading the Fanta dispenser. Wokka wokka! (That's the rubber chicken sound) 

Business response:

Thanks a million for the incredible five-star review! You're the best! We're over the moon that you had such a fantastic time. Your support keeps us going strong! 

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Talia B. 
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a year ago

I love Dave's !!! Thank you Mataus food is awesome favorite place after big leauge drama 

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Melissa G. 
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a year ago

8.31.24 - Nice new, clean, and great food. A bit costly ($60+ after taxes), but really delicious, moist chicken tenders, crispy seasoned crinkle fries are addictive. This has to be a once in a while treat. Honestly Carl's Jr/ Hardee's has the best tenders and fries and no where near as expensive as Dave's. we Ordered a box of ten tenders with a box of fries ... lasted my family two days. The seasoning on the tenders is A LOT. Thought they would be super hot because of the amount of bright red spice, but not spicy at al... read more

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Kris V. 
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a year ago

OMG, this place is THE BEST! I loved to go to Cane's, but I never imagined that there would be a chicken sandwich place that would beat Cane's. Every bite of chicken sandwich, there's a lot of taste going on in my mouth. Pricey, but worth it! 

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Alex M. 
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a year ago

Very nice dining room and atmosphere. The staff is very nice and helpful. It's 102° in Cat City at 11am, but nice and cool inside Dave's. The menu has sliders, tenders, and lots of sides from fries, slaw, and mac & cheese. I got a combo with a slider, a tender, and fries. Extra pickles. The fries were crispy, and well seasoned. The slider was large. Soft bun with a large piece of fried chicken and slaw and pickles. I got mild spice on all my chicken. Really tender and juicy chicken. The seasoning was indeed mild, but so wa... read more

Business response:

Thanks for the detailed review! We’re glad you enjoyed the dining room, atmosphere, and friendly staff. Sounds like the portions hit the mark, but we hear you on the seasoning and flavor being a bit too subtle. The hotter seasoning might indeed be more your style if you’re looking for a bit more kick. Appreciate the feedback on the dipping sauce and pickles too. If you have a minute, please reach out to us at tellusdirect.com/dhc so that we can make it up to you. Hope to see you again soon! 

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Farah A. 
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a year ago

The location was clean and service was good. A great place for spicy tenders! Plus, it's Halal for those who prefer/require it. 

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Jeff C. 
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a year ago

Great place! Great food! And free drink when you review :p great great great! Thankyou Dave's hot! 

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Dave's Hot Chicken has a 4.5 star rating with 645 reviews. 

When is Dave's Hot Chicken open?

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