Dave's Hot Chicken has the best chicken ever! I don't get the super hot chicken but my husband does. I get the mild and I love it. I like how there is less batter on their tenders. But they are still breaded and taste great. I also like how they are putting orders into compostable green bags. That's a good move. But they should get away from those plastic containers to hold the food. They are totally UNfriendly to the earth. How about putting the food into compostable cardboard? read more

NGL. This place was good. DD had this BM'd and felt like chicken tenders. The place had so many take out orders during the time we arrived and ate. The staff were friendly and helpful. I saw the seasoned ruffled fries and had to have it with a slider #4 meal. The sando was like a soft brioche roll with coleslaw and sliced crunchy pickled. Fries were well seasoned a crispy. You literally get a chicken tender strip inside your slider. I got Non Spicy which meant the breading wasn't seasoned. Added some Dave's sauce and drizzled some honey. It was yummy. DD ordered the #1 which was like mine without the slider bun. Instead got sliced bread underneath it. She enjoyed it. Hubs ordered #3 which came with a both of ours. He was sweating from HOT level of spice. Next was Extra HOT and then Reaper, which you have to sign a waiver for apparently. Overall, very good. Will be back when we're craving this again read more

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Once again did not disappoint! Much better eating fresh inside the store than to get take out. I got the sliders both mild and no spicy. The vanilla milkshake was very good as well, just like ice cream! Service was very friendly staff. Will come again for this. Very clean, bright and even bathroom was very clean! read more

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Had a fantastic meal here! The store itself is very clean and well lit, and you can order via a touchscreen kiosk or at the counter. On to the food! I've only had Dave's one other time, at a different location (North Bay), so I had a level of expectation. That location was great, but this one was even better! I got the "One slider, one tender" meal, and it hit the spot. The chicken was bursting with flavor, and the yummy Dave's sauce is a nice contrast. I have a high spiciness tolerance, and let me tell you, the "hot" is hot! I left very satisfied because most places that say "hot" just wind up being mild to me, lol. I'll definitely be back, and I'll try hot again! read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - "One slider, one tender" meal! Yum! And their "hot" actually really is hot! - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

Dave's has the best hot chicken sandwiches I've ever had! It's so disappointing to me that I didn't know about it for so long but I'm glad to have one close to home that's in a plaza with a big parking lot. My hubby and I typically share their combo with the two sandwiches and fries. I get mine medium since I'm terrible with spice, but it wasn't too spicy for me. It had the right amount of flavor and the chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy inside. I also absolutely love their sauce! I couldn't stop dipping the fries into it. We don't typically order at the cashier since they have a kiosk but it doesn't take long for orders to come out. We only waited about five minutes for our last visit! This is a great place for relatively inexpensive, but quality chicken sandwiches. read more

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We were going to have a quick picnic at the park nearby so my husband and I got the two tenders combo and a side of mac and cheese to share. Since we've never had Dave's before we got mild. It had a lot of flavor for a mild! The seasoning on the fries was good too, definitely made them more interesting than plain ones. The mac and cheese was creamy and cheesy. Service was super fast and it was at lunch time. Fun decorated spot too. Will come back and try spicier levels next time for sure. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Two Dave's #1 2 Tenders w/ Fries and a side of Mac & Cheese. The Dave's sauce is really good too! - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

Food was 10/10. I ordered at their kioske, and when I went to pick up my food the sauce that I paid for wasn't included so of course I asked about it. The woman behind the counter said she could not see it on my order. Instead of just believing me, she was holding up the line asking someone how to pull up orders from the kioske. Proceeded to tell me it wasn't on my order, "unless it's doing that to everyone". My daughter realized there was an issue and walked up my receipt that accidentally left on the table showing the worker that I did in fact pay for the .99 sauce. All of this for a .99 sauce! Really poor customer service skills. read more

Their fried chicken is juicy and full of flavors, my son loves it. We always order medium spicy for the best flavor. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Nice and clean restaurant - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

A lot of people have been hyping this place up, so i finally had the chance to try it out at lunch with some coworkers on a Sunday. This place did get busy, but there is both indoor and outdoor seating. Staff was friendly and quick with ordering. They give you a buzzer that lets you know when your food is ready for pickup at the counter. Food: I ordered the mini sliders with fries and the strawberry lemonade slushie. After all the hype i heard, I personally felt it was just too much dry seasoning on this chicken. Beware: the serving portions are pretty large if you order one of the main menu items, so i would recommend sharing. Many in my group could not finish all their food and even agreed they should have just shared. There's different spice flavors to the chicken. I ordered medium for my mini slides and felt it wasn't even that spicy for my taste buds. If you don't want to eat a ton of food or take a to-go box, I'd say the 4 Mini-sliders with fries is the perfect amount of food for one person, but don't expect large pieces of chicken in the sliders. All in all, this is a convenient lunch spot to stop into. Do I need to go out of my way to eat it? Probably not. Will most likely only visit again if a group of friends or coworkers wants to go, but probably won't venture far off to have it on my own. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Daves Mini Sliders w/ Fries - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

First off, it looks very much like a chicken place but the artwork was cooler and more streetstyle artsy with graffiti. The workers helped me out quick and had me try the HOT flavor since ive never been, very courteous. Tables and restaurant were clean. Food was good. If you can handle mango habanero from wingstop, then you can do the HOT flavor fine. I got the bites medium and I wish I got the HOT instead. Dave's sauce was good, no idea what it is but it works. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

Tried out this closer location for the first time and it was pretty good! On a Sunday it was pretty packed but manageable. The chain is off the freeway and in a plaza with a bunch of other food spots. I had ordered the slider with 1 tender in lite mild. Spice was nonexistent (which I like), crispy, and filling. I only had finished the slider and it also came with fries and pickles! Overall, the food was prepared in a timely manner and well. Swing by if you are craving tenders! read more

I absolutely love this Dave's Hot Chicken! Their chicken tenders are a great size perfectly crispy and satisfying. I always order the one-slider meal, and it's more than enough for me. I get it at medium heat, and it hits just right. Their fries are delicious, and the sauce is amazing! I love that I can add honey to my sandwich it gives it a unique twist and makes the whole experience stand out from your typical chicken sandwich. The staff is always friendly, and while it's usually busy, the ambiance is still nice and welcoming. I'm just so happy they've opened more locations in the East Bay! read more

This joint is really fun with street art on all the walls. It sets a great vibe for hot chicken. Wonder of these images are standard in all branches? Orders may be taken by a friendly sever at the counter. Being our 1st visit, he recommended the Medium heat level. It was perfect though I think I can go up to Hot next time. We ordered Dave's #4- Slider & fries for $10.99 The fried chicken was bigger than the bread! It was crunchy outside, moist inside. One slider was super filling! It came with seasoned fries which were super crisp, like I like it! Hubby also liked his "no spice" chicken. The side of mac & cheese was creamy, too. This will not be the last visit for sure! read more

The food is pretty good here. You actually get a good amount portion wise for the price. The service, it's eh, it seems like younger kids working so they're talking rather than greeting those who decide to use the kiosk. However I haven't needed any help or had any questions so I guess it's okay. A lot of seating both inside and outside but I've only done pick up orders so haven't really paid attention to the inside as much. In a shopping center with a lot of parking. read more

Service was quick and the chicken is pretty good, does come out oily but overall worth a try.. the crinkle fries are amazing and the sauce they serve with the the meal is divine! read more

You guys!!!! My sister just put me on to the fact they have honey???? Omg the hot level chicken sandwich with the honey and the Dave's sauce is actually a craving I'm having lately lol. The place is new so it's really nice and clean inside, there is a plethora of parking since it's in a huge shopping mall, and the staff are very friendly! This location has actually never let me down. I've tried a location in LA and my sister and I ended up throwing our food away because it was not at all good. I am also obsessed with their pickles so there's that, the staff always give me extra Gotta try this new location out! read more

usually have a great experience at this location, especially when the store manager is there. She's always professional, warm, and genuinely seems to enjoy her job. I've even told her multiple times how refreshing it is to see someone always in good spirits -- she truly sets the tone when she's on shift. Unfortunately, this review isn't about her -- it's about the assistant manager, who has rubbed me the wrong way more than once. The first issue happened when my daughter asked for an extra sauce and was met with unnecessary attitude. I wasn't there at the time, but when I showed up shortly after and heard what happened, I wasn't happy. Fast forward about three weeks, and I ran into the same assistant manager again. Today, I asked her if she was the same person who had that issue with my daughter, and she said clearly -- "Yes, I am," like she remembered it perfectly. Whether there's a new policy or if certain "rules" are only enforced with certain customers, I don't know -- but the energy from her feels off. It's enough to make me reconsider how often I come here, especially when it's clear not all guests are treated the same. I hope this gets addressed, because the food is great and the store manager deserves better support around her. Yelp also has this warning so for such a good establishment it makes me wonder why does such warning need to be shown for such a good establishment. I've only had bad experiences with this one particular person ever. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Yelp warning about recent reviews from the company - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

Great ambiance and ample parking. It's quite busy even around 8-9pm. The sauce is good and the cauliflower fried pieces weren't soggy at all and the crispiness was on point. Sort of have to be careful when you take a bite because it sort of falls apart ever slightly more easily than as compared to the chicken pieces (as expected). Highly recommend. Would come back to try other dishes! read more

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Quick, lively. The hot is hot! They medium first. No frills. Just good *fast food*. The sauce isn't anything special. The chicken is tender. Fries quite salty. Nice change from a burger. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Cost. Tip was requested but you can also order via machine making the tip awkwardness less awkward. - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

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This was my first time trying Dave's Hot Chicken and it did not disappoint. A couple months prior to this I tried another chicken spot that everyone was raving about their sauce and bread roll. If you know, you know. I left there disappointed because everything was just average. So stepping in here my expectations was not super high. My first impression is thank god I don't have to wait 45 minutes to an hour for some fried chicken. The restaurant had 2 easy self order kiosk and the employees are there to take your order as well. That's the easy part. I recommend getting the slider and tender combo if you're indecisive about what to get. The wait time for our order wasn't too bad either. Perhaps around 10 minutes. I must say out of all the fast food chicken spots I've been to, this one's got the best seasoning. The medium spice level for both the tender and slider was not that hot. But the seasoning on the chicken was perfect even without the sauce. It's got a nice sweetness, tang and tinnie tiny kick at the end. It taste even better with the sauce and even the honey. The chicken was tender and crispy on both the slider and tender. The crinkle fries was hot and crispy as well. Overall, food was delicious and food delivery was prompt. Plenty of parking in the plaza. I'll definitely be back for more. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Tender with slider and fries - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

This place was ok. I mean the chicken isn't terrible and came out hot and fresh. Fries had definitely been cooked earlier and not freshly made. That said, my biggest complaint is the cost vs benefit issue. The outrageous price point ($18) should mean you get the world's best chicken and fries and that is absolutely not happening here. I was in the restaurant at 12:15pm and it was basically empty except for 2 other tables and so I don't expect they will be around for much longer. Overall it's definitely a no return for me... read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - $18.00 Chicken Tender Meal ...lol!!!! - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

Got my order for takeout. I had the #3 which had fries, sandwhich, and tender both at medium spice. Love that the protein was larger than the carbs. Good flavor and slight crunch to it. The fries were okay, will definitely ask for more well done but overall enjoyable paired with their sauce. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

I'm addicted to Dave's Hot chicken. I usually get Medium or Hot spice level and feel it is slightly inconsistent. Sometimes the Hot is really hot and sometimes it's more like Medium. Overall though, so good! I like how the single slider comes with a piece of bread so you can make it like a simple sandwich and the pickles are always crunchy and taste somewhat fresh compared to other fast food. Even though it's fast food it does taste a bit elevated. Services is usually really quick and easy. I don't like how there's no option to tip outside of dollar increments. Restrooms have always been pretty clean and lots of seating! read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Single Tender comes with bread and pickles - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

Sliders- got the Hot and it hits you instantly. Sliders taste much better than tenders, combination with pickles coleslow and sauce tastes much better. Sliders did look lot smaller and buns lower quality than it does in other photos. Maybe I shouldve gotten cheese with it. Sliders were good, buns couldve been higher quality. Tenders: extra hot starts off slow and starts to really ramp up. I could feel moments where my temple lobe of my brain, both sides, just felt cold, spicier and less tasty than buldak ramen. I dont even know what to do with the bread from the tenders. I almost forgot the tenders were tenders for a sec cause the fried crispy part was so thin and just smothered in that dry Cheese fries: taste good, cheese on fries never miss. Melty cheese, almost like nacho cheese. Fries were soft. Both chicken couldve been juicier but I'd be lying if I said they werent tender. Extra Lots of options when self ordering. Self order feels more specialized than other restaurants. Still feel the high from that daves hot chicken. Lips feel super soft, hands too. Heart feels euphoric and numb Self order in person order gives you those beeping device that self order doesnt have. Also email is only way for receipt in self order. Spoon knife and fork were given without being asked. Water needs to be asked. Sliders were good tenders couldve been better so 4/5 read more

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Stopped in for lunch on our way to Oakland airport. Chicken sounded good and Dave's didn't disappoint. Ordered the mild and could have gone hot. Excellent service. Tables outside! Food was hot and delicious. Dave's sauce is yummy. read more

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Came on Drake's birthday where you get a free chicken slider. I love free food but it's not a quick service. It is pretty chaotic on this day. I arrived a little before 12pm, the line was out the door. It was very crowded and busy. I think I waited a total of 40 minutes (20 minutes in line and 20 minutes for food to be ready). I recalled coming here in the past when it was NOT Drake's birthday. The chicken slider is not an actual slider but more like a sandwich. I think the chicken slider is pretty good. It has different spice level for the sauce to choose from. Overall, I do think the chicken sliders aren't too bad, the price is reasonable too. I can't recall what my opinions were in the past of the fries but when I return, I will report back. I have ate at this location in the past and found it to be your typical casual-fast dining style place. I did not eat here on Drake's building, it was just so busy inside. This location is shared with the Safeway complex so parking isn't too bad. read more

All I can say is: their (medium) hot chicken is barely mild, they don't let you upgrade the fries in their combos, the Dave's sauce is basically orange mayonnaise. and they charge you for any extra sauce. I wouldn't recommend. read more

This Dave's is always packed and the food is hot and crispy. There is sometimes not enough seating and the wait can be long (~20 minutes). read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Chicken Dave's #1 2 Tenders w/ Fries - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

Fire place. Love the chicken so much. Paying more for extra spread is kinda annoying though. Love all the flavors and lovely staff read more

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Happy to see Dave's Hot in the Tri-Valley area! This was my first time trying their food after hearing so many raves about it. They definitely have a pretty solid chicken sandwich. I ordered the #2, 2 sliders w/ fries to share and it was the perfect amount for 2. I treaded lightly and got a mild slider, though I definitely think and wish that I had gotten either medium or hot since it was a lot more mild than I was expecting lol. They're generous with the amount of pickles they give so if you're a pickle lover - this place is perfect for you! The fries were lightly seasoned and crisp which was nice. Our food came out quickly, though the service was okay. It was busy at the time we came in, and we found it difficult to find a clean table to dine at since they weren't getting cleaned promptly after being used. read more

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Great service and great food! So clean too! They are very helpful with suggestions for first timers. If you write a review you get a free drink or milkshake read more

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I found this place by accident. I walked in and there was only one person in line. The cashier was correct & warned me a slider is a normal sandwich size. I got a mild slider, while my mom got non spicy slider. I love the extra pickles, and sauce packet the gave us. It's add much more flavors I needed. Soda fountain is outside, so very convenient. Convenient parking, easy payment, lots of clean tables, clean restrooms, fast service and friendly service! read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Dave's #2 2 Sliders w/ Fries - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

Best hot chicken spot! I tried both Hot and Extra Hot seasoning and they're both well flavored. I'd say if you genuinely enjoy that spice on your tongue without being TOO overbearing, try the Extra Hot. But if you eat spice here and there but not too much, but you do want that typical "spice chicken sandwich" then try Hot. If you rarely eat spice then it might be too much for you. This flavor is meant for someone who can eat spicy but without the burn. You need to try the honey with the sauce, the combination is a game changer and a great pairing with the spice from the sandwich. The only downside was that I was struggling to open the sauce and honey packets! They were basically impossible to rip open, no perforated lines or anything! I was about to ask the people at the counter if I could borrow some scissors lol next time I'm bringing little travel sized ones. read more

Great experience all around with the food and the staff that served it. Such a welcoming atmosphere to brighten anyone's day. The chicken was not dry at all, which is a step-up from other fast food restaurants that serve fried chicken. Love the different tiers of spiciness that the customer can choose from... wish that there was a way to taste test these tiers before committing to an order. Mayhaps different levels of spicy for the sauces that customers could try? Also, I love the graffiti-like work to tie up the restaurant's look. Something unique compared to the seemingly clean-cut fast food restaurants that you spot during road trips. Shoutout to the cashier, Rosa, at this location for being such a kindhearted spirit! read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Hot Box - Sliders Box of Fries Mac & Cheese Small Chocolate Shake - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

First time trying Dave's! I was surprised that I haven't found this place earlier. I went on a Saturday night, so the business was populated. However, the wait in line was brief and my food came out within 10 minutes of waiting! I ordered a strawberry vanilla shake and a #4. I was not disappointed whatsoever. The meal itself is a good value play and it made me really happy! The chicken was not dry and the sandwich was really good! While the fries were just okay, they were seasoned pretty well. There is plenty of parking outside. There are two restrooms that are regularly cleaned. Tables are available and well maintained. I would come again! read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

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This place always hits the spot! I usually share a two slider meal that comes with a side of fries. One slider fills me up, so it's a great value for what you get. I usually get the medium spice level which isn't too spicy. I also love to dip my fries in the Dave's sauce. Whether I'm ordering Doordash pickup, through the app, or in person, the quality is always on point. I've also had only good interactions with the staff who are super kind and helpful. I stopped by today when they had a free slider promo, so the line was out the door, but the staff worked hard as always, and the wait was short. It's been great having this place in town and I look forward to future visits! read more

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Whenever I crave spicy fried chicken, Dave's is usually a top contender. Often times, places that offer spicy chicken sandwiches never make them hot enough, but Dave's hot chicken has spice levels that bring me joy. The chicken sandwiches are always flavorful and always bring the heat. The chicken in the chicken sandwiches are always fried to perfection, have a nice red color to it, and large enough to stick out of the bun. On top of the great sandwiches, customer service at this particular location is very good. My only complain is that I get the 'no spice' option for my son and it's always flavorless and just tastes like fryer oil. Overall though, it's a great choice for hot chicken. Just don't get the lowest spice level. read more

Hell yes!! I was so excited to see there was a Dave's Hot Chicken in Dublin. I had it in LA before and loved it and this location didn't disappoint! I got the #4 medium heat , add cheese, sub with Mac, and man, solid chicken sandwich. The daves sauce with it tasted fire and if you add honey to it, it's a freaking game changer. The sandwich can get a little messy so have extra napkins. I should have gotten hot heat instead of medium but medium has a nice kick to it. The Mac was hella fire too. They added paprika to it which gives a whole new taste. Hella cheesy too. Other than that, this is a go-to spot for some hot chicken read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Chicken sandwich. I couldn't wait to take a bite out of it, sorry haha - Chicken Shop Near Me - Dublin, California

Well the name is certainly appropriate. My lips are still burning while writing this review! This review is for those of us who can't take any real heat... I ordered the MILD flavor because I was worried no spice would be bland (it's my first visit!) and I'd say it was definitely hotter than I expected (but hey Dave didn't call this place hot chicken for no reason!). I got the 2 piece tenders, it came with 2 GIANT tenders, some pickles, 2 slices of bread and a side of crinkle cut fries. Love the crinkle cut fries, can't wait to try more of the sides, like the mac and kale slaw next time. I prefer Popeyes' tenders more myself because of the crispy breading but they are tiny in comparison to the tenders I got here - great value. It comes Dave's sauce which was like tangy sweet creamy sauce, which helped with the spice. Restaurant is brightly lit and plenty of indoor/outdoor seating options. Decor is funky fun. Lots of free public parking in lot. I'd give it another try if im in the area. Now I must go find some milk and tums! I can't imagine what humans would order "reaper" level of spice but they've got it for those of you who love HOT SPICE! good luck! read more

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Good if you like this type of food. Got the chicken french fry and mac n cheese mix. Also tried the chicken sliders. It is all a little fried heavy for my preference. Prefer my regular chicken sandwich place instead. Not on my particular repeat list. read more