This Dave's is so good! Chicken was perfect. Fries were perfect. Service was good. No complaints.

I decided to try Dave's Hot Chicken after hearing pretty good things about it. I was nearby and hungry, so why not? I ordered mine medium buffalo style. The first bite was surprising. It had a very distinct taste, one I did not care for. I enjoy medium buffalo style chicken and chicken wings at all sorts of restaurants. It is the perfect level of heat for me. This medium buffalo has an odd to me flavor yo it. Then, they add a bit of medium buffalo sauce. It is edible but not something I enjoyed or finished. The fries were ok. The flavor just wasn't there. They were hot at least. My Coke was good. I did not eat the bread the chicken was served on so cannot comment on that. The cashier was very nice and so was the person who gave me my meal. They were very pleasant. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Hot Box Tenders with Fries - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

The food is great, but there's an older lady at the front maybe in her 40s who has a very horrible attitude and no smile the entire time. Looks like she doesn't want to be there and made my experience into a poor one. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

This is my first time eating at Dave's Hot Chicken. What a delightful treat it reminds me of the noon Nashville hot chicken craze that's going around the country. Their chicken tender and slider was tender and delicious. I had the mild sauce which still had a little bit of a kick to it with great taste. Their french fries are also seasoned to perfection. I would definitely recommend Dave's Hot Chicken. Their service was quick and the cashier was friendly with some helpful advice when ordering from the menu . The restaurant was clean and had a lot of interesting graphics on the wall. read more

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Matthew is a major asset to your company. I had the mild and it was spicy for me. Next time I'll ask for the seasonings on the side. I asked for mayonnaise and Matthew said that Dave makes his own mayonnaise. It's a tangy thousand island. Matthew sold me on the honey. It fought the spicy flavor. Fries are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Love the pickles. The entire staff is friendly and work hard to make you happy. read more

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Excited to try this place! They did not disappoint. Many menu offerings for meat & plant based eaters. We enjoyed the outdoor seating. Misha was so sweet and helped us with trying different spice levels! We will be back soon. Download the app for perks read more

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I was pleasantly surprised at how good my experience at Dave's Hot Chicken was. The restaurant was clean and organized. I was amazed at the size of the Chicken Tender Slider. When I hear the term chicken slider, I picture a small piece of chicken on a King's Hawaiian roll. This was not the case. The sliders at Dave's are the size of a typical restaurant's chicken sandwich. The chicken tender with the mild sauce had the perfect amount of heat and spiciness. The fries were seasoned to perfection with just the right amount of crispiness. The attendant who took my order was efficient yet friendly, repeating my order to ensure accuracy. I look forward to returning to Dave's and experimenting with higher heat, maybe even the sauce called Reaper! read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

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I haven't been to the location in Florida yet! But they did not disappoint when I tried them in Cali. We decided to do the hot box which is a roulette of 10 sliders. The options are choose two level spices or one reaper and the rest a mix of mild and medium, but we originally wanted to order two reapers, two extra hot and the rest mild, however they accommodated us for two reapers, two extra hot and the rest mild. We also got a box of fries for $10 which was a decent amount to feed 6 people. I would definitely revisit. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Inside seating - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

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I really liked this place. The chicken was perfectly crispy and full of flavor. The spice level was just right, and the hot mozz were also crispy and very enjoyable. I would be happy to return. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

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I thought this was a decent chicken spot, inspired by Nashville chicken style chicken. Reminded me a lot of Hot Chicks down the road. I really like the decor and cleanliness of this place. It was pretty busy as well which to me means it's pretty popular The menu was simple but in a good way. I ordered the chicken tender meal which came with fries. Really good. I also ordered a strawberry shake which was just okay to me. Overall I'd recommend giving them a try. read more

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Dave's hot chicken is truly the first of its kind in West Pines and I was STOKED when i saw it coming in. We waited a bit while the hype died down a little because the first week or two the line was out the door! We stopped in after studying the menu and walked up knowing exactly what we wanted. As a fast casual spot, you order at the counter and then they give you a buzzer to wait for your food. We got the sliders (extra hot), tenders (no spice) and Dave's bites (nuggets, no spice), crinkle cut fries and Mac n Cheese. Almost everything was amazing. The tenders are MASSIVE, so a two count is more than enough for most. I got the two sliders and only finished one. It was big, crispy, spicy and moist. The Dave's sauce on it was creamy and left a nice balance and you add those big crunchy briny pickles and the flavors melt together perfectly. The regular tenders (no spice) while big, hot and crispy lacked any real flavor. I know we got them with "no spice" but i thought they would have more seasoning. Fries were awesome. Hot, crispy, seasoned well and dunked in Dave's Sauce were AMAZING! Mac n Cheese was meh. Seemed like Stouffers in a cup. Wouldn't get it again Spot is really cool with indoor and outdoor seating. Wall was tagged like graffiti giving it a fun vibe. What i will say, it was FREEZING in there so bring a jacket. I'll definitely be back to Dave's, for the sliders and the fries! read more

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Wow was I impressed with Daves hot chicken! From first glance they had a nicely designed inside, and a bunch of outdoor seating, one thing that also sets this spot apart from other local chicken spots is they also don't have a drive thru. The cashier was super friendly and described the menu in detail to me. I really found that great especially for being a first time. I decided to order the number 3 combo, and I ordered it Mild just in case the spice was a lot. Thankfully it wasn't, and I would definitely try Medium next time to up it a level. I absolutely loved the fries! The seasoning on them is sooo good and the slider had a huge piece of chicken on it that tasted fresh and fantastic! I loved the slaw on it as well as the pickles! I also loved Dave's sauce. It tasted like it was a mayo base sauce which isn't a bad thing at all. I would definitely recommend! My combo also came with an additional slider on bread and more pickles for that tender which I thought awesome! I really thought this combo was a great deal for how much food you got! I also ordered a drink to go with everything but they had a nice Coke machine there. I would say that they got very busy for lunch! I just beat the crowd when I arrived but when I left every table was taken, so keep that in mind. I cannot wait to go back and try two other combos that caught my eye, the four mini slider combo, and also the Daves hot chicken bites combo! They looked fantastic!! read more

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Dave's Hot Chicken I hope this place is stickin Two hot sliders and fries for fifteen A bit pricey But flavor is so good that it fits that price nicely The crazy part is that they have reaper hot But that's another level that I am not The sliders were a big size for what they are And the fries were crispy like a whatchamacall it bar Service was great and I love you can change the level of your spice Also you will need that water with a cup of ice read more

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I was between 2 and 3 stars, but I'll give the benefit of the doubt. I wanted to like this place, but I was honestly pretty disappointed. I went around 1:15 on a weekday and the line wasn't bad. The girl who took our order seemed like she didn't want to be there at all, didn't really answer questions, and kind of just seemed out of it. When our order came, we realized that she had rang us up incorrectly, overcharging us by about $14. Because ordering with her was difficult enough, we didn't even want to go back up to try to correct it. At $13 for a meal with two tenders, they're pretty expensive. The biggest plus is that you can choose from 7 different heat levels. Having more than just the normal 3 means there's something for everyone. I got the mild and my husband got lite mild (both tenders meals), which tasted almost identical. The flavor was a little strange and I can't really describe it. It was almost sweet and smoky? There was a pile of seasoning or dry rub just piled on top of the tenders, which made them slightly dry. The meals come with bread and pickles, which is a nice touch. If you're looking for really good hot chicken in Pembroke Pines, I would recommend Hot Chicks. read more

Be forewarned the Hot is hot AF but the chicken is perfectly executed juicy inside and crispy outside and absolutely worth the burn! Two is a very filling portion as the tenders are huge. The fries are crinkled and crispy. I got cheese on the side and it was a cute amount for .49. Drink is not included sadly. They are clearly cooked to order and taste just that. Inside is well appointed and clean but took it to go. Service was sufficient and hospitable enough. I would land on medium heat if I returned to really enjoy the flavors, they do not skimp on the seasoning and the fries are dusted also so it gets intense overtime. Try the sauce and honey combo with a pickle topper, wow. Truly enjoyed the experience. read more

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Now that Dave's Hot Chicken has made it through its growing pains, it's fantastic! I went just before noon this past Saturday and the place was relatively empty, so I was able to walk right up to the counter and place my order. The ladies at the counter were very polite and friendly, and I got my food within 10-15 minutes and was given a generous amount of Dave's sauce and honey when I asked for extra. I again had the #3 meal, this time opting for Extra Hot for the sandwich and Hot for the tender, and they were both freaking amazing. My food was hot, well-cooked, well-seasoned, and absolutely delicious. I didn't notice a huge difference in spice between the two levels, but that may just be because I drenched everything in that addictive Dave's Sauce! Overall, I think this location has made some excellent improvements to their processes and I can't wait to be in the area again to have another meal here. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Dave's #3 1 Tender (Hot) & 1 Slider (Extra Hot) w/ Fries - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

The food is fire. That's the most important thing to know. The best hot chicken in the area. The fries are seasoned well. The meat tastes fresh. Everything was perfect with the food. The ambiance and vibe was cool. Trendy and modern and a sort of wynwood vibe. Good stuff. The staff was friendly and helpful. People were checking on us to make sure everything was ok, the cashier was super nice. Overall cool. Only issue is the wait times. The line was out the door, so I expected to wait to order. The actual meal took about 25 minutes to get though: hoping that improves over time because if it was a reasonable wait, it would be our go to spot. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Graffiti wall - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

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If you want chicken this is your place! Dave's Hot Chicken is all about chicken and spice, and they do both incredibly well. If you like heat, go for the HOT it's packed with flavor and definitely delivers a kick & ahhh the honey is the perfect spread on top! We had the sliders, and they were amazing the spicy chicken with the slaw is the perfect combo. We loved it so much, we went back for another round of 10 bites! I'm already planning my next visit can't wait to try the cauliflower bites next time. read more

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I checked out Dave's Hot Chicken the day after it opened (not sure if is considered in soft launch). And I think it's worth the hype! The service was nice, they kept the tables and drink area stocked and clean, and they've got a good handful of tables in a really cool graffiti space! You can grab sliders, whole tenders, tender bites or a combo of both. I tried both the slider on a potato bun and whole tenders and they were both delicious and well seasoned! Just like the fries. The dave's sauce tastes exactly like chick fil a sauce so I'm here for it 100% I also tried out thier topped shakes and you can pick your base of strawberry, vanilla, or chocolate. Please understand it is freshly opened and the lines stretch into the parking lot so pack your patience and be prepared to wait. Once the hype dies down online ordering should open up as well. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Dave's Slider - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

I became a HUGE fan of Dave's Hot Chicken while visiting LA a couple years ago and was ecstatic to see a location opening up in Pembroke Pines. I checked the location weekly as they were building out the storefront until it finally opened in August of 2024. I went in twice within a couple days and am doing this review based on my combined, yet very similar experience. While all the employees were exceptionally nice, it was also exceptionally slow. On both occasions the location was not very busy... but it took 20 mins each time to receive my order. I give some leeway because they are new, and still training staff. But... In comparison to my West coast experience.. it's just not there... yet. The chicken tenders were a bit dry and WAY over seasoned to the point I could lift a tender and the spice seasoning completely fell off. It really just added to the dryness. As a person who has had his fair share of Nashville Hot Chicken from some of the best locations in the US, it just didn't stack up on these occasions. Even in the Pines area, I still think Hot Chicks is better. I would not get the tenders by themselves from this location again... but I do like the sliders. The Dave's sauce mixed with the watery acidity of the coleslaw and pickles adds some much needed moisture to the chicken tender. The potato buns however are still stellar, as are the crispy and well seasoned fries. I love Dave's, and hope this location dials in the magic that makes it such a great franchise. read more

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Stood in line for 15 minutes & waited another 10 minutes for the food. I'll be honest, at first, I was thoroughly enjoying the bites I was having - starting with the fries! Those were crunchy, toasty & well seasoned! As in crunchy all around, not just the tips. Not soggy at all! The first few bites of the tender really hit the spot. Well seasoned, juicy & tender. It paired well with Dave's sauce mixed with honey. Midway, I discovered the hair & not by eyesight sadly... I honestly thought it was my own hair, but after reviewing the pics I realized this was not the case. Looking back, I did realize hair is not completed tied in a ponytail for some workers. There might need to be a dress code review of how to properly style & upkeep their hairstyle. I wish I could rave about the sandwich, but after saving it for later, I decided to throw it out from being contaminated. I'm so sorry for leaving such a negative review, but I'm rarely in this disposition to do so... I hope it's just a few hiccups for a new establishment that will soon get corrected. If I can stomach the idea of going back for a second chance, I will most definitely update the review. read more

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My husband and I were fortunate enough to make it to the soft launch of the new Dave's hot chicken location in Pembroke Pines. The staff did such and amazing job handling the volume of the soft launch im sure they will do an amazing job with their opening! I am a huge Dave's hot chicken fan and the quality of food is always a 10/10 I would like to give a special recognition to one of the workers who was there for the soft launch: Hans! He made everyone feel so welcome and uplifted the energy of the whole room. He was constantly checking on guest and asking if they needed anything. Every guest he spoke to had a huge smile on their face (: read more

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I have to start with the cashier. This kid is the best. She's so kind, friendly and very attentive. I wish all fast food restaurants had employees like her. Didn't get her name but, she's a young kid with braces. Now the food. Food is ok. What I didn't like are a couple of things. I don't like that they use the same seasoning on the chicken and fries. I really liked the Mac and cheese but, it would've been better if it was by itself instead of mixing it with fries and chicken pieces. I liked the decor but, don't think I'll be back. read more

First time here the place is cool looks clean well maintained. Unless you are a seasoned spice enthusiast, most recommend avoiding the Reaper level. This chicken generally describe it as extremely hot, often considered one of the hottest chicken options available, with immediate, intense heat that can be overwhelming for most people, requiring a waiver to order due to its extreme spiciness; some say the heat is more of a burning sensation. Take it from me you've been warned. If you dare to sign the waiver and order a sandwich with some tenders keep some milk or a large order of Mac cheese handy you are going to need it Overall great place, quick service and good environment. Tip order the reaper tender for the table to share with everyone before you commit to a full order to yourself. read more

Food was fresh, service was fast, place was nice and clean! There could've been more Mac and cheese in the fries but that's okay! read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Hot loaded Mac and cheese fries, Small Top Loaded Fries - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

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Heard there is a hype about this fast food restaurant and decided to go checkout what the hype was about. Restaurant has an indoor and outdoor dining area. Food is ordered at the counter and a buzzer is given to pick up the food. Restaurant was very clean and loved how vibrant it looked with all the wall art. The main hype of this restaurant is the different selections of hot spices that the chicken can have. In my case im not a big fan of hot spices so i ordered my four mini sliders to be cooked in light mild sauce. Order took about 15 minutes to come out but it was worth the wait. The sliders were on mini Hawaiian breads with the chicken and coleslaw inside. The bite of the chicken had a bit of crunch but was also very soft which was the perfect combination, also used Dave's secret sauce to dip the sliders and the fries. Fries had the perfect amount of seasoning on top and were well cooked. It was a perfect meal for one. read more

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Finally had Dave's hot chicken and it did not live up to my expectations. Several people have really hyped this place up and my first experience fell short. I had the two sandwich combo. I loved the bread, the sauce and the extra pickles on the side. The regular tender had good flavor but was did not taste fresh which was disappointing. The medium spice tender was similar and I did not love the general flavor of the spicy rub. The fries were not crispy or hot. This was not at all what I expected but I do plan on giving at another shot in the near future and will revisit this review at that time. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

Dave's hot chicken is a recent addition to Pembroke Pines -Iv been wanting to try it , but ended up waiting a couple months due to huge public excitement & long lines. It was delicious... different from the KFC & Chick fil A in the same plaza . This place uses large, juicy pieces covered in a " fine dust " of flavor powder on the crispy chicken. Flavors & hot scale to your taste. I opted for the 2 piece tenders with lite mild - as I am not a fan of spicy . It came with super crispy crinkle cut fries , white bread & a creamy dipping sauce which added to the texture of the dryish powder on the meat. It was delicious I would like to go back for one of their Cinnamon Toast Crunch shakes !! All in all - good food, clean & fun atmosphere due to colorful graffiti art featuring their chicken mascot Great place to stop in during a Lu ch break with a few friends read more

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I purchased all of their basics. I got two sliders and two different flavors, medium and hot. I got two tenders with fries, medium and hot. The tenders and fries meal came out to about $13 and you had to buy a drink as well so I would say it's about $15 for a meal. In terms of portion size is not big but the food itself is good. It's not the best chicken I've ever had, but it's much better than the cheap fast food chicken. But I felt that the sandwiches were better than the tenders by themselves. I just think the chicken with the Dave's sauce as well as the pickles and slaw was a great combination on the potato bun. And yes, the hype is real. that Dave's sauce is fire. Also, on a sidenote, the fries were surprisingly good. I don't usually like crinkle cut fries, but they were well seasoned and crunchy. The staff was very friendly. Answering any questions I had. I really liked the ambience of the place. It had a cool street art vibe with a lot of cool murals but the set up was pretty basic of any fast food restaurant with a counter and a bunch of tables. Overall, it's good but it's a bit pricey. If you're looking for some fried chicken, that's better than the average fast food experience and you like it hot Dave's is your place. read more

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Dave's Hot Chicken is my absolute favorite chicken place. I first tried them in Oregon several years ago and have been waiting for a local restaurant to open. We stopped by opening day and were not disappointed. The place was clean and staff friendly even though they were packed with a line out the door. I had the sliders and fries meal in medium, mac & cheese and a vanilla shake. Medium is just spicy enough that you get a little kick but can still taste your food. Everything was great. Make sure you get some extra Dave's sauce and some honey packets for your chicken and fries. read more

Waited until the hype and lines died down to give this new spot a try. I can see the potential hype but personally thought it was good but not great. Overall everything was flavorful. Warning on the reaper heat level as it is no joke!!! I ate the whole chicken sandwich with the reaper flavor and boy did I regret it The chicken does sit heavy in your stomach and I think one sandwich is more than enough to have .... The chicken did have the heavy greasy oily taste to it that's why for me personally one sandwich was more than enough with the way it sits after eating. Overall food was good, but if I compare the chicken to Raising Canes, I prefer the Raising Canes chicken over the chicken at Dave's ! read more

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The food was so god but the temperature in there is so cold. Service was amazing. I don't know what Ambiance means. read more

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Let's talk about it. I like this place, but man, they're inconsistent. Some days the food hits like a dream, other days the mac smells like cafeteria water and the tenders miss the seasoning bus. Still--clears Canes any day. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Everything - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

Dave's Hot Chicken has come to West Pembroke Pines. This Dave's is highly anticipated and located in the plaza on Pines Blvd near Dykes Rd, next to Bath & Body Works. I went for dinner one night to try it out, hoping the craze for it died down a little and there were still big lines when we came to visit. I know a lot of people are saying that the wait time is long, and although it is, with lines like this, I don't blame them. I think they're still getting their bearings being new because it does seem that food comes out, out of order. We did see a few people get their food before us that ordered after but, again, they just opened recently so I'm sure the kinks will work out eventually. There's a good amount of seating both indoor and out. The service was actually super friendly and answered any and all questions we had. Ordering was a breeze and the menu was easy to read. My partner and I got the #2 to share which was just 2 sliders and fries, which was more than enough for a lighter dinner for both of us. The sliders are actually a good size and the fries were good to share. We also go an oreo shake with vanilla, but this shake was more lackluster. It just tasted like vanilla with oreo toppings but was a good thing to have on hand if you got a spicier sandwich. You can mix and match heat preference if you get two sliders so I got the medium and my partner got hot. The spice level was actually significantly different with the hot having a lasting kick that was making him sweat even after he finished the meal. Overall, it was really good but I'd opt out of the shake next time unless you plan on getting something with the heat level hot or more to help you satiate the spice. Welcome to Pines, Dave's Hot Chicken! read more

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Came on the first day but the line was way too long to stand in the heat so I decided to wait it out. Went back last Friday and it had no line..my lucky day! I've been waiting for Dave's to finally reach South Florida so you know the expectations were high. Start off by saying customer service was amazing..from the time I walked in to the time I received my meal it was great. The decor suits the vibe of the restaurant, bright colors and graffiti on the walls. I decided on the 2 piece tenders hot and a side of mac n cheese. The tender were cooked great and I truly enjoyed the balance of heat with the hot. It does have a kick so beware, the heat the overpower the flavor either and I loved that. Overall Dave's is definitely a great addition to Broward! read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - 2 piece tenders hot - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

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I have been DYING to have Dave's for years! And it's finally here and I'm all for it! I ordered via delivery so I don't have anything to input about service or the store. Another review will definitely cover that. But let me. Tell. You. The food was the BOMB. Just like the Costco guys the sandwiches and Mac and cheese brought the BOOM. However, huge reason I'm not giving this 5 stars... it was a small order... and you forgot a crucial thing which was the milkshakes! read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Mac & Cheese - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida

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To begin, 3 days In a row I drove by Dave's and saw a line wrapped around the building. By day 4 I had to see what all the fuss was about, and let me tell u I was not disappointed.Dave's Hot Chicken is known for its spicy and flavorful Nashville-style hot chicken. I can not stop raving about the juicy chicken paired with the perfect level of heat in their dishes. If you get the chance to try it out, I recommend starting with their classic hot chicken sandwich or tenders for a tasty experience! read more

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A little surprised that Dave's isn't averaging at least 5 stars. The boyfriend and I had been so excited to hear they were coming to South Florida. Our first attempt at visiting was unsuccessful because upon driving up, there was a line wrapped around the building. Silly us for trying to eat at a new spot on a Friday evening. After learning our lesson the first time, we attempted again on a random Tuesday for an early dinner. Take two was successful! I appreciated how helpful the staff was and the fact that they were on top of cleanliness. Our food came out quickly and all I've got to say is - wow. We loved our sliders and will definitely be returning. I opted for lite mild and that was my only mistake because I could've definitely handled mild. (I'm slightly scared of spice ) However, my boyfriend opted for hot and really enjoyed his tenders. read more

It's a shame because this is my first order but, I just got the tender and slider combo delivered 20 minutes ago. The chicken was ice cold. I was only a 4 minute drive away but couldn't leave. It's literally across the street and it was ice cold. Good flavors and true to the heat scale, just sad ICE COLD Probably won't order again read more

My friend and I went to try this place out because he went to the location in Vegas. I love hot fried chicken tbh, but this day I wasn't feeling the desire to burn my mouth lol I opted for the two chicken tenders, medium flavor and he has the two sliders, hot flavor. I tried a piece of the hot chicken and it was honestly so good! The medium tenders came with a little packet of honey but I didn't use the honey. I will say that the medium flavor had a sweeter taste so it makes sense that they put the honey on the side. Definitely will say the fries were the best I've had in a long time. It had the perfect amount of seasoning. Basically ate mine and his to the entirety. Next time when I decide I want something spicy, I will check this spot out again. read more

Dave's Hot Chicken - Two medium flavor chicken tenders with fries 10/10 - Chicken Shop Near Me - Pembroke Pines, Florida