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Dave's Hot Chicken

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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. 

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24440 Alicia Pkwy Ste A, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691, United States

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Mon11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Tue11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Wed11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Thu11:00 a.m. to 10:00 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 10:00 p.m.
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jaikub s. 
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3 hours ago

good food good service came out quick easy menu overall good experience. very cool inside 

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Corey T. 
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a day ago

Love it! The menu has something for everybody. Even for my wife that is vegetarian. I like that you can get different levels of spice 

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Benjamin F. 
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4 days ago

goated ahhhhh chicken I love this place heck yes. I did really like how nice they were at the register. I also liked how they were like yeah and j was like yeah because I like this place hecj yes I like how cool it. Is. 

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gavin g. 
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4 days ago

Food was amazing and the staff was even better. Really laid back place with tones of options on the menu. 

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DoubleD G. 
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a week ago

great foodDave's Hot Chicken is a popular fast-casual restaurant chain known for its Nashville-style hot chicken. Originally started as a pop-up in Los Angeles in 2017, it quickly gained a loyal following for its juicy, flavorful chicken tenders and sliders, served with varying spice levels--from no spice to reaper-hot. The menu is simple yet satisfying, featuring crispy fries, creamy mac & cheese, and tangy pickles. With vibrant branding and fast service, Dave's Hot Chicken offers a bold, spicy twist on classic comfort food... read more

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Alexys E. 
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a week ago

Dave's Hot Chicken delivers a bold and flavorful experience that's perfect for spicy food lovers. The chicken is incredibly juicy, well-seasoned, and cooked to perfection, with a crispy exterior that holds up well even after a short drive home. Their heat levels range from mild to reaper, allowing everyone to find their perfect spice match. The sides like mac and cheese or fries are solid complements, and the pickles add a nice tangy crunch. The simple menu keeps the focus on quality, and it definitely delivers. 

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Noah S. 
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2 weeks ago

Very great store and very friendly. Had great food and excellent service very good people working here. 

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Blake B. 
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2 weeks ago

Dave's Hot Chicken is a culinary testament to the art of simplicity executed with precision and flair. What began as a humble pop-up has metamorphosed into a gastronomic phenomenon, delivering a dining experience that is both unpretentious and profoundly satisfying. The menu, while deliberately minimalist, exudes confidence in its offerings. Each dish revolves around the eponymous hot chicken--tender, meticulously seasoned, and fried to golden perfection. The heat levels, ranging from the genteel "No Spice" to the audacious... read more

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Bob S. 
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2 weeks ago

If you've ever thought, "I want my mouth to cry tears of joy and pain at the same time," Dave's Hot Chicken might be your new go-to. 

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How is Dave's Hot Chicken rated?

Dave's Hot Chicken has a 4.8 star rating with 780 reviews. 

When is Dave's Hot Chicken open?

Dave's Hot Chicken is open now. It will close at 10:00 p.m.