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    Dave's Hot Chicken

    3.9 (52 reviews)
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    Cauli Bites Hot Box Box of Fries Dave's #4: 1 Slider with Fries
    Megan L.

    Yummy! Food is always tasty and always make sure to get extra sauce and honey (free). They also have cauliflower sliders and bites for vegetarians, which has very flavorful breading (check to make sure your location has it though!). Fries are always very tasty and seasoned. Food doesn't come out extremely fast, but is reasonable. Service is average, but that is to be expected when right next to a college town. Inside is always pretty clean with a decent amount of seating.

    five stars this is the best chicken spot in all of South Bend. Definitely all of Notre Dame.... The food is always beyond words can describe but it's an all about the vibes environment. It's always busy because it's so damn good. Carlos and Jeremy are two of the best employees here regardless of what position they are they go above and beyond they greet their customers they show respect and that makes a big deal in the fast food industry. They always have a smile on their face and they're always eager to help. I can't recommend this place enough.

    Tyler A.

    This place truly is amazing! It brings tears to my eyes just remembering the flavorful experience captured in my one picture. I went to notre dame for a football game and eating here was the highlight of my whole trip. I seriously need an explanation to why there's not more of these in the south! The line was long but moved very fast seriously I can't find anything bad about this place to say. If you're considering eating here don't miss your opportunity.. GO IRISH!!

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    Abigail G.

    We came in and placed a to go order. My initial impression of the restaurant was that it was very clean. The team members demeanor was overall the highlight. They were friendly and out going. We got home and came to the determination that they put the wrong chicken on certain sandwiches, despite the labels being correct. I ordered my own chicken and my husband got hot. They definitely switched the chicken on our orders. Mine was much hotter than his. We were unable to switch, because he got she's on his sandwich and I didn't. I also got to sliders and he got a separate chicken tender. So it made it hard to correct things on our own. (My mom also got the mild chicken, that helped in our determination that my order was wrong.) Overall, we enjoyed the flavors. My husband said that he would go back again. The chicken was well cooked. My dad got the reaper chicken, and it was manageable. He did the "one chip challenge", so it's not as bad as that. The mac & cheese, was pretty standard. It has some seasoning in it, and my picky for year old liked it, so that was a win.

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    Jessica A.

    Amazing service, the people that work here want you to leave happy. The food however is less than desirable. It has an artificial sweetness and spice with processed meat. Lots of oil and flavors, but not for anyone with health concerns or over the age of thirty. The inside of the building is even clean. It's just the actual food that is the problem.

    Daves #1 2 tenders w/fries, bread, pickles, and Daves sauce.

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    Food quality is good. But the workers are too lazy and too busy flirting with each others to actually get the order right.

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    We aim to impress! Thank you! Come back again soon!

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    best customer service ever. it was my first time there and i've never felt more welcome. specially mr brian!! i will be coming back

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    Just can't go wrong with Dave's! Quick, savory and delicious! Splendid service as well!

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    Sean gave fantastic customer service! He gave me a free drink and he was very polite and friendly.

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    Got the hot chicken, solid. Slaw was good. Fries were better than expected. A little slow on getting the food out.

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    The service at this restaurant was amazing. Shoutout to Jasmine for helping me sort out my order.

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    Cashier friendly,super crispy chicken same with the fries I drive a whole hour frequently for this chicken trust me it's good

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