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    Dave's Hot Chicken

    3.0 (131 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Bean B.

    The side eye i was given because I wanted To scan my code for points was baffling l and I received my food with no utensils or napkins any ways kindness goes a long way

    Dave's Hot Chicken in Hemet
    Sharquay N.

    I have came here SEVERAL times and service has just been going down hill. I don't see myself coming back to the Hemet location AGAIN! Waited 40 min in the drive thru

    dave's number Dave's #3 1 Tender & 1 Slider w/ Fries
    Cory G.

    So this was my first time at Dave's, and apparently I wandered into a luxury boutique that sells chicken tenders. I ordered the #3 meal--sandwich, a tender, some fries, and an emotional experience. Price? $14. No drink. No combo discount. No table-side violinist. Just straight-up fried poultry with attitude. Now, the young lady at the counter? A+ customer service. Super friendly, made me feel welcome even as I mentally calculated if I'd have enough gas money to get home. When the food hit the table, I'll admit--it helped close the price gap. * Chicken? Hot, juicy, crunchy perfection. * Fries? Crispy, salty, borderline addictive. * Sauce? Like spicy mayo was sent from heaven in a squeeze bottle. But real talk: the salt. After three bites, I started hearing ocean waves. By the end, I was holding onto the counter like a sailor in a storm. Tasty? Absolutely. But my blood pressure called me by my full name. Bottom line: If you're looking for cheap eats, this ain't it. If you're looking for fire chicken that slaps your taste buds and wallet at the same time? You found the place. Great food. Great staff. Great experience--just bring a full wallet and maybe a banana for potassium.

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    Ron Q.

    Visited while passing thru Hemet. Dave's shares a parking lot with Walmart and Starbucks. Plenty of parking and easy access. Walked in and was greeted by the team behind the counter. A few customers were seated throughout the dining area. Not overly busy for a Friday afternoon during a holiday week but can imagine they get busy evenings and weekends. Ordered a #3 combo which came with a slider, tender and fries. Added an extra tender to the order. They offer kale slaw and pickles as extras at no additional charge. Gladly took them and they added a nice crunch to the slider. Tenders come on a slice of white bread. Sliders are served on a soft bun with sauce drizzle and the requested slaw and pickles. Enjoyed a bite from the tender first. Was piping hot and decent flavor. I had ordered mild and lacked the expected heat from the 7 various heat options. Bit into the slider and annoyed the flavor of the chicken, softness of the bun and crunch of the slaw. The pickle added another crunch and flavor to the bite. Service was very personable from the various team members who assisted. Would stop again if visiting the area or passing thru. Convenient stop for late night adventures as they're open late! Keep on Yelp'n!

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    Sara O.

    Upon arrival the front area was empty with no employees, no greetings. We used the kiosk to order but one of them wasn't working so we waited for the working kiosk to open up. When I finally saw en employee I asked for our drink cups, again she didn't greet us or even acknowledge us, just handed us the cups and walked off. The food was ok. No much slaw on the sandwich, mild level heat is very very low heat. Overall an underwhelming experience. Raising Canes in town has much better service, too bad they don't have a spicy option.

    Dave's #2 2 Sliders w/Mac & Cheese

    I come here regularly this location has good service, good ambiance, is quick and makes really good chicken and Mac and cheese.

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    Awesome service, Victorias service is awesome! Food is also Halal and delicious. 100% recommend

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    Great spot had the sliders and wife had the loaded fries it was delicious will b going again

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    Food is 5 stars. Service is about a 3 when its busy. I will try again when its less busy. Friendly greetings as you walk in felt nice.

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    The food was so cold.. the fries tasted like they were burnt and so cold and stale. Not a good experience

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