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    Dave's Hot Chicken

    4.0 (50 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Pop Rocks Top-Loaded Blue Mixed Berry
    Esmeralda R.

    I have had better Hot chicken in the past the Mozzarella sticks however are so good! We ordered at the kiosk available and they were very busy so it took about 25 min for us to get our order. We also got the loaded fries which in my opinion were a bit bland. I would comeback just for the mozzarella sticks alone. There is seating available indoors, but we ordered to go.

    Cool interior
    Rachel M.

    My first time trying Dave's! I love fried chicken sammiches and was happy for the new addition in the TJ's plaza. Interior was spacious with eye-popping, in your face vibrant comic book style art. There were several self order kiosks and ample indoor and outdoor seating. I ordered the mild single slider with cheese fries. It took a while for it to come but there were several ppl before me and glad to know the food was made to order and fresh. I enjoyed my meal - the chicken strip was huge! I do wish they used dark meat but it was tasty and flavorful. Cheese fries were ok, I wanted more cheese. Nice spot to get your fried chicken fix!

    Grand Opening Merch
    D. Reneé B.

    So I reviewed this location on an unclaimed Yelp location. Definitely have to bring it over here. So here goes: What a beautiful space. So different from the previous location. We made it for the grand opening. Even tho it was packed, service was quick and courteous. The staff were very friendly and polite enough to explain the menu to first timers. We ordered the Slider with Fries & Dave Bites. Drinks are separate (heads up). No spice still had a little kick, mild was too much for me but Kiddo loved it. Overall a 10/10 experience, the merch with your order takes it to a 20/10. Definitely worth it and will be back. Welcome to Pinole Adding to the review: time your visits when it's not PVHS dismissal. The parking lot, while huge, is always crowded with cars; going around dismissal is a hectic mess- with the addition of teenagers and their parents picking them up.

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    Cyn T.

    Visiting when the middle and high schoolers get out of school is the worst time to go to Dave's Hot Chicken. It was crowded and the parking lot was chaos because this location recently opened. I wanted to see what all of the fuss was about. We waited in a line for a while, which gave us a chance to look at the menu and decide. They are a little pricey to me. Check out the prices on the wall menu photo. We ordered a chicken slider with fries to try it out. I took a bite, which was tasty, then went a few doors down for a different type of option. They had great music playing and the inside was decorated with bright and welcoming colors. Check them out. They serve lots of chicken with different levels of heat, sugary drinks, milkshakes, lots of different fries and more. These are definitely calories for teenagers to consume. I'm glad they have another place to go. Enjoy

    Dave's #2 2 Sliders w/ Fries
    Andi W.

    My man had been dying to try this spot and they did not disappoint. Chicken is dang tasty and giant portions! The restaurant is clean and the staff friendly and helpful. Don't go there if you're in a rush though, this place is always packed and the parking lot is a nightmare.

    Nyla J.

    Food is okay. Price is fair. Service is nice. French fries are hot and crispy, which is my favorite. The chicken isn't anything spectacular, not seasoned enough and kind of dry.

    Menu December 2025
    Agnes C.

    If you are craving hot chicken sandwich come over. For me the chicken was a bit salty. We ordered #3 - tender and 1 slider with fries. They just opened and the restaurant was very clean and had plenty of seating. The staff was friendly amd helpful. You can order at the counter or at a kiosk inside. Peking is available as well. December 2025.

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    John F.

    This was my first time here. I placed my order through the app. Once I received my order it was hot and tasty. I ordered the chicken sliders with fries with mild heat. The service was quick and friendly even during the lunch rush. Parking can be difficult with so many popular businesses nearby so come later before or after dinner to find plenty of parking.

    Dave's #3 1 Tender & 1 Slider w/ Fries
    Charles W.

    First time at Dave Hot Chicken in Pinole, I used the app to order, the staff was very friendly and helpful. My food was ready when I arrived. The place was clean very bright and inviting. I got a tender slider combo, tried to get it with Mac & cheese ( didn't have it) settled with fries. The chicken was tender and had a lot of flavor, even the fries had flavor and very crisp. The milkshake were thick and tasty and the slushes were refreshing. It wasn't too busy when I went on a Saturday around 5:30p. Just beware and not go when school lets out it'll be busy. If you're looking for some chicken tenders with a lot of flavor get it hot or not, also I forgot the tenders are big. Check out Dave's Hot Chicken.

    Deborah H.

    Came in on a Friday night with the family. I am guessing this was the grand opening night. It was very busy. Lots of people inside. We were greeted and had our orders taken right away. After paying we noticed a sign about getting merchandise with purchases and inquired we got some reusable bags and some chickens you can attach to your phone. My family got the slider meals. They were happy with them. I got the top loaded fries they were good. Manager was nice and gave my son a beanie cap when he inquired about them. Overall we were happy with our meal and experience we will be back

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    E. Y. G.

    Parking in the area is a bit congested. Nice customer service. Spacious artsy interior. Thumbs down to the high top tables as the chairs are uncomfortable. Small menu which is primarily chicken tenders. Seasoning is added outside of the batter. The light mild seasoning is still kind of hot and there is a bit of sweetness that I was not a fan of.

    I have been a Dave's Hot Chicken customer for about two years and order a few times a week. Today, I placed an order with the 2714 Pinole Valley Rd location--my first time ordering from this specific branch. I asked for two extra Dave's Hot Chicken sauces, just as I always do at other locations, but the employee was not polite like the staff at the other branches; she told me she couldn't give me more than one and that I would have to pay for them. I explained that this wasn't the usual policy and that I order frequently. The employee was a woman who acted quite unprofessionally--as if she were new to the job--and was not courteous. I don't think I'll be visiting this location again.

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    Goated dave's place with the best owners! Would come again!! The chicken was cooked really well.

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    7 months ago

    Ellie was amazing, wonderful costumer service and great food. It was very clean in there and the inside is so fun.

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    7 months ago

    Friendly staff, great service, quick and clean place. Nice ambiance. Nice variety of food

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    8 months ago

    The food here, really surprised me. It's better than most fast food areas here. I'll most likely be a regular.

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    7 months ago

    Food they serve has been sitting out tasted so bad when my friends and I went. We were excited and it just tasted so old and cold.

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    8 months ago

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    8 months ago

    Surprised there is a new Dave's hot chicken in the area. Great customer service and delicious food!

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    8 months ago

    Very friendly staff.. everyone is super helpful and efficient. Quick service and great envoirnment!

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    8 months ago

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    7 months ago

    very easy ordering experience. they hooked me up with seasoning on my mac! pam was very friendly! :)

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