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Dave's Hot Chicken

4.8

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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. THE JOURNEY After 6 months of running the pop-up with long lines, the team took the plunge and opene... read more

Location details

61-45 188th St, Fresh Meadows, NY, 11365, 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 11:00 p.m.
Sat11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Sun11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
4.8269 reviews
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Alisha K. 
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6 days ago

Friendly staff! Very big and colorful on the inside. The food is fresh, hot, and spicyyyy! Definitely a place I love to frequent. 

Business response:

People like you are what keep us going. We appreciate the love and support. Hope to have you back soon! 

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Aaron B. 
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2 weeks ago

I would give Dave's a 4.7 on a scale of quality and taste for fast food restaurants. My gf and I ordered the #3 and #2 with the reaper spice level. This had to be the spiciest thing we've ever eaten, but despite being so hot, it was very flavorful and juicy. The macaroni was okay, but nothing special. It was a little too watery for my liking, but it had some of the spicy seasoning which was good. The fries were crispy and dusted with spice as well, which was incredibly good. I would HIGHLY recommend ordering extra sauce an... read more

Business response:

Aww we are so glad that you enjoyed your meal and that we were able to create a memorable experience for you. We hope that you come back again soon! 

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Ali M. 
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2 weeks ago

This vibrant chicken spot delivers bold flavors in a cool, casual setting. While the heat level packs a serious punch (perfect for spice lovers!), the menu offers well-executed simplicity that appeals to all ages. Highlights: Intensely flavorful, spicy chicken dishes Ample, stylish seating in a lively atmosphere Exceptionally friendly staff Pro Tip: Come early or expect a wait - the popularity speaks for itself! 

Business response:

We appreciate your four-star review! It’s wonderful to know you had a positive experience. We aim to make every visit exceptional, and your feedback at http://tellusdirect.com/dhc can help us achieve this. If you have a minute, please reach out, we look forward to your thoughts! 

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Mike L. 
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3 weeks ago

I was looking forward to the opening of this spot since there were so many reviews of them online. Honestly, I'm not quite sure what the hype is about. Yes, this place is definitely spicy, but is the chicken actually better than what you can get at other spots? When you walk into the restaurant (we came in through the parking lot entrance), you can immediately smell the chicken and spices, and you'll notice how colorful the interior is. We ordered the meal that comes with two sliders--we chose Mild and Medium--along with f... read more

Business response:

We're sorry we didn't meet your expectations. Help us improve and earn those extra stars. Share your concerns at www.tellusdirect.com/DHC. Thank you. 

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Victoria M. 
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3 weeks ago

This place is worth all the hype it's been getting. The chicken is super crispy and still so juicy on the inside. The cheese fries are delish. Even the fries have their own cajan seasoning on them. Don't worry they're not spicy. The mild slider didn't have much spice at all. I recommend the medium. The inside is literally a piece of art. Such a cool vibe. Everything was super clean from the tables to the bathrooms. Even though they were packed the service was super fast. There is also plenty of space to sit down a... read more

Business response:

5 stars back to you for being an amazing guest! Thanks for the love and see you next time! 

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Vicky Q. 
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3 weeks ago

Ordered thru Ubereats for pick-up and you know it's busy beause our pick up time was 2hrs out lol. I can see why though. This is easily my favorite chicken sandwich out of all chicken sandwich spots. My bf and I ordered the slider and tender combo with cheese fries. Their cheese fries are nothing to write home about. Will probably sub out for a different side next time. The tenders/sliders are massive and still retained its crunch after a long ride home. I got medium and hot, and the hot was way way way way spicier than ... read more

Business response:

We're thankful for your four-star review and happy to have served you well. To help us deliver a five-star experience next time, we'd appreciate your detailed feedback at http://tellusdirect.com/dhc. Every insight helps us improve!" 

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Sarah K. 
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4 weeks ago

Ordered 2 tenders with fries, 2 sliders with fries, mac and cheese, vanilla milkshake, and a 10 pc. Dave's Bites for pick-up. It was good. I am glad I tried it, but it wasn't memorable and tasty where I want to go back for another. The food was prepared on time and it was crowded on a Friday night. 

Business response:

Thank you for the four-star review, we are so glad you enjoyed your experience. To make your next visit perfect, please share your additional feedback at http://tellusdirect.com/dhc. We're looking forward to earning that fifth star from you!" 

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Brendan H. 
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a month ago

Cashiers couldn't be nicer or more helpful. I got a tender and and slider with fries and a small drink for $18. Not cheap but it was tasty. Chicken seems to be cooked to order as they give you a buzzer and it takes a few minutes to come out. I got medium spice on the chicken it was flavorful but not painful. Not a regular stop for me as the menu is pretty much riffs off Nashville hot chicken but I will be back. 

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? 

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Xenia M. 
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a month ago

This Daves Hot Chicken is surprisingly very large with plenty of space for seating available. I got a large chicken sandwich with fries that were cooked perfectly. The service at this location is also very friendly! 

Business response:

People like you are what keep us going. We appreciate the love and support. Hope to have you back soon! 

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 269 reviews. 

When is Dave's Hot Chicken open?

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