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    Dave's Hot Chicken

    4.0 (115 reviews)
    Closed • 10:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
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    Dave's #3: 1 Tender & 1 Slider w/ Fries
    Yaseen A.

    I occasionally come to this Dave's for lunch because my office is nearby. It's one of my favorites, I think the flavor is very good and they have nice options. The ambiance is chill but the workers make the real difference. They are so kind and great people, Tiffani is very kind and helpful. Please keep in mind that their chicken is actually hot. I recommend this spot for anyone looking for a chicken tender and/or slider!

    Dave's #3: 1 Tender & 1 Slider w/ Fries
    Jacob C.

    I tried Dave's for the first time today - had the tender and slider combo, both extra hot. They were both very good - hot and fresh, crispy, and a nice level of heat (for extra hot). The French fries were also seasoned well and nice and crispy.

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    Tony T.

    This is a nice spot in the Tyson's area that exclusively offers "hot" chicken. The reason for the air quotes is because the dry rub and flavors aren't hot at all. We even ordered the spiciest option and that was probably the level 2 or 3 at most places that offer 5 levels of spicy. So just manage your expectations if you are looking hot and spicy. The chicken itself is freshly breaded and fried so every bite is extra crispy! Aside from that, the service is incredibly friendly and efficient. The entire ordering and receiving process took less than 5 mins. The store has a fun and open vibe so definitely a place you could hang with friends and enjoy a decent meal.

    Dave's #1 2 Tenders w/ Fries
    Jasmine B.

    You could say Dave's Hot Chicken is egg-cellent for a casual bite! I ordered Dave's #1, which came with two tenders, toast, pickles, and french fries. The chicken was very fresh and juicy, and I really enjoyed that aspect of it. The tenders were only two pieces, but they were quite large, so it felt like a good portion. I also appreciated that they offer varying spice levels--I ordered a medium, which had a nice kick but wasn't too spicy at all. However, I found the coating on the tenders a bit too powdery--it lingered in my mouth and gave a strange texture at times. The french fries, on the other hand, were excellent--hot, crisp, and just what you'd hope for in a side. The atmosphere was busy and bustling, and it seems to attract a younger crowd, which adds to the lively vibe. I'd definitely recommend giving it a try if you're in the mood for some fresh, flavorful chicken and good fries, but be aware of the coating texture if that's something you're picky about!

    Nina R.

    Absolutely delish. They call their sandwiches "sliders" but they're not small at all. I ordered one slider and one chicken tender with fries. The chicken was crispy and juicy, not dried out at all. Did not order a beverage. They have different degrees of heat available from very mild to extra spicy. Milkshakes are available as well. Open pretty late. Nice, colorful art murals on the walls. I would equate this place to Five Guys, but for chicken sandwiches rather than burgers. I think this place is much better than Hangry Joes Hot Chicken, in my opinion. Highly recommend.

    Dave's #4 1 Slider with Fries
    Julie S.

    I had a great meal here at Dave's Hot Chicken. It's a fast food chain that opened within the last year in the Tyson's Corner location. The set up is like any regular fast food restaurant-- you order at the the counter and given a number and wait until your number gets called to collect your food. The food didn't take long either. I ordered the Dave's #4 which is 1 chicken slider, fries and a drink. They call it a slider but the sandwich was on the bigger size. The sandwich had pickles, coleslaw, a type of sauce and the most tender on the inside and crispy on the outside piece of chicken i have had in awhile. SOOOO GOOD. You can also choose from mild to extra spicy. You get extra pickles on the side too which i was happy about as a pickle lover. The fries were cripsy but i prefer it with less seasoning. I will definitely be back!

    Dave's #4 1 Slider with Fries
    Diane W.

    5 stars as always. This store has never been a miss yet, only a hit. I always get hot fresh and tasty food when I order here. And the customer service is outstanding as well.

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    Jo L.

    FOOD We ordered a regular hot box (hot and extra hot) and a hot box roulette of tenders. They each came with a container of pickles and sauce as well as sliced bread, and we asked for extra sauce packets and honey when picking up. The tenders were well-breaded, seasoned, and definitely packed a punch. The spiciness of the reaper lingers for about 10-15 minutes but quickly resolves afterwards. The others are the same but at a lesser level. Definitely a great place to stop by if looking for a fun meal! SERVICE The staff are kind and friendly. You have to ask when picking up for utensils, napkins, and sauces as they are located behind the register. AMBIANCE Ample seating is available both indoors and outdoors. We went on a Thursday night, and it was relatively packed with people both inside and out. PARKING A good amount of parking is available at the side of the store.

    Medium Dave's #1
    Gene W.

    Been to Dave's Hot Chicken many times. First review as I finally around to it. First, sign up for their rewards program as you will be going time aftet time. In terms of quality of food, it's very high quality although it's not consistent. I have had on some instances where the chicken wasn't hot and fresh & some of the fries were also not hot & crispy. But this evening, everything was perfect. It did take a while as it was extremely busy and its made to order. My son usually gets the medium and I usually get the hot. It's not super spicy but leaves a little tingle in your mouth. The Dave's dipping sauce is a type of mayo/ketchup based sauce with spices. The fries are crinkle cut, seasoned and of smallest size. When cooked hot & fresh, the chicken is extremely moist & juicy. The outer coating is crispy and generously dusted with your order level of spiciness. I've tried the Kale slaw and although it's really good, the serving size is small & does not justify the price. I would say it's a dollar too expensive. The service is good. The music played is classic rock and rock in general & loud. They serve coca cola fountain drinks and gold peak ice tea with various flavors. The down side is that the prices are on the moderate side but is kinda justified by the quality of chicken. Oh and with any fried foods, it's best consumed at the location and not as good delivered or carry out.

    Elizabeth O.

    Perfect for an easy Friday night bite! As someone who doesn't have a high spicy tolerance the 'Mild' was perfect. My partner got 'Hot' and said it was very good. The sauce is amazing!! Also, the staff is very helpful if it's your first time they'll explain the spice levels to you. The food was fresh and the milkshake was very good. Will definitely come again!

    Dave's #1 2 Tenders w/ Fries
    William H.

    This is one of the better hot chicken places in DMV. Very easy to order and the food comes out quickly. The only reason why it is not a 5 star is that the size of the chicken is inconsistent. Some days, it is a big piece and other times it is smaller. It also different sizes between a slider or tenders. I would say for regular person, the chicken is spicy enough at Hot level. I backed off to just medium. I like to enjoy my food. It is also nice to be able to eat outdoor at night with the weather warming up.

    Tenders Mac and fries
    Kimberly L.

    Dave's vs Joe's - Dave's won for us as far as chicken tenders go. We got the 10 piece for $40, great value IMO bc we got 3 meals out of it essentially. The tenders were huge and flavorful. The mild was not spicy at all but the hot was pretty spicy so I'll go for medium next time.

    Dave's #2 2 Sliders w/ Fries
    Luis A. P.

    I want to start off by saying that this place is very affordable and the pricing is amazing for the size of the portions. They got so many great deals and combos. Personally, the taste was a little off for me. I felt like my chicken was heavily coated with spices. It tasted very powdery in my mouth. The fries were delicious though! The staff was quick and they were helpful when ordering and getting supplies. This location is a little small but they still have plenty of seating and everything was clean and organised.

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

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    Boom! Glad you loved it! Thanks for the awesome review!

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    Not a stand out in chicken competition. Need the vp of operation to focus and dig deeper to make it a standout in all categories.

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