The chicken is hot, fresh, crispy and available at any spice level you want from no spice to "you have to sign a waiver ". Medium is my go to. While I have tried the next level up a couple times and it's not an unmanageable heat level, but still prefer medium. This location is pretty new and the staff has been very well trained. Super friendly, polite and they know what they're doing. Will definitely return. read more

I wasn't impressed. I'm not sure what the hype is all about. Its mostly breading. I grabbed a Mild Trio order. The cheese was heavily breaded as was the nuggets. The mini sliders were one nugget in-between Hawaiian Sweet Rolls. They actually were good due to sauce but the breading was the same. I did like the Hot Ranch. All in all it was decent but I like to actually eat protein and not carbs so I probably won't be back. The staff was quick, efficient and orderly. No one was in resturant so absolutely no issues there. Its supper bright and edgy. read more

Was invited to Friends and Family Night. They greet you on a level of 100 when we walked in. I ordered a #3 Medium. I should of gotten Mild. I could not eat my food due to the after burn. Medium is like extra hot. Just gives me a reason to return! read more

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I've been to Dave's Hot Chicken a few times now, always thinking maybe this is the visit where it clicks and it never does. After discovering PoppyCox, I finally realized why: Dave's just isn't good enough. Simply put, Dave's Hot Chicken doesn't slap. The chicken is fine but it lives in a flavorless desert, desperately begging for seasoning. The heat shows up (eventually) but heat without flavor is just punishment, not pleasure. By contrast, PoppyCox serves up three of the most beautifully fried, juicy Nashville hot tenders you can get in the QC. Medium heat there is a full-on flavor and spice oasis with crispy crust, real seasoning, and chicken that actually tastes like something. That comparison made Dave's shortcomings impossible to ignore. Then there are the sides... Dave's doesn't have ranch, which honestly should be illegal in the South. The fries are trash, and the so-called "secret sauce" is a waste of a condiment cup that never had a chance to save the plate anyway. If you're craving Nashville hot chicken in Charlotte, skip Dave's. Go to PoppyCox, support a local brand, and enjoy chicken that's actually seasoned, properly fried, and absolutely drowning in ranch (the way it's supposed to be). read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Chicken Shop Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I love this establishment! The chicken, fries and Mac & cheese are always fresh! The vibes you catch at this place are impeccable. The staff and managers here are soooo welcoming and friendly. If you love chicken like I do; this place is the way to go! read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Dave's Hot Chicken Entrance - Chicken Shop Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

The chicken is good and they are serious about their hot. I had never been before so the staff member took the time to describe the food the heat levels. I grew up on Thai food so I think I have a decent tolerance for spicy foods. Out of caution I ordered a sandwich with hot chicken and a tender medium. I'm glad I did. The medium heat was spicy enough for me and the hot was notable and they still have 2 levels of heat above that. One so hot they make you sign a waiver. The restaurant is full of murals that provide a cool street vibe. With the trip for sure. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Mural - Chicken Shop Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Food was fantastic and the place was very clean. I would definitely recommend this place to my friends

My coworkers tried ordering twice from here. One time they mixed two orders into one box. The second attempt the following day was missing side dishes. Both orders included orders for HOT and neither had any noticeable spice. read more

First time coming here. Everyone was super friendly and welcoming as soon as we entered. They offered suggestions on what to order. I got one of the meals that came with a chicken tender, a chicken tender slider, and fries. The chicken was great and I loved the Dave's sauce. I will definitely be coming back again! read more

Service was good. And they were nice people. When I was waiting they had a DJ and they were kind to talk to me. Great customer service.

Everything is amazing. Spotless flora, clean bathrooms and amazing customers service from all workers 10/10

The food the service the ambitious was amazing I love how clean the store was I love the art work

The food the service the ambiance was amazing I love the art and how fast and fresh my food was

So This Review Is Not About The Food, But About The Managers, Some Of Them Are Nice, and Respectful, However There Are Others That Need To Improve Their Personalities, I'm Saying This Because I Use To Work in This Location and They Use To Put Me To Work In The Same Spot, and Didn't Give Me An Opportunity To Work and Train At a Different Spot So I Could Show Them Improvement, and I Also Had This Feeling That I Was Being Treated Differently From The Rest Of My Coworkers, It Was Like As If It Were To Be Personal Like They Had Something Against Me, Which I Have Not Done Anything Wrong To Anyone At That Workplace read more

the food blew my mind the service was out of this world and the ambiance was amazing i love the art work

the food blew my mind the service was out of this world and the ambience was amazing I would recommend this place