By far the worst experience in my life. The bartender seems to be on drugs and I'm pretty sure was selling them as well. The older lady who was our server was rude and most definitely racist. The chicken tasted old and i pulled long black hairs out of my coleslaw. Nobody was wearing mask I felt very uncomfortable being there. Will not be going back. read more

I used to go here all the time for Fried Chicken because it used to be good, but over time the chicken has declined, so no more going here. I would also like to point out that this is an old run down place by the rail road tracks that has seen its peak a long while ago. And frankly my feeling is, that if you ain't from their neck of the woods (whatever that means), they'll pretend you are made of glass. I have almost always been largely ignored, and spoken to with bother every time I have ever been here. And I usually went for take out, and the place was mostly empty. Now, I'm not one to be uncomfortable is most situations, but this place always made me uncomfortable. Rude, unfriendly people running and working the joint, running themselves out of jobs and a business. read more

This place is all about making their customers feel at home. From the moment you walk in, you feel like you're in someone's living room- it's wonderfully cozy! They never leave your coffee cup empty- which in my book is a major win. Now to the food- it's no frills DELICIOUS! I got the crab cake eggs Benedict and it was perfection- the hollandaise was smooth, the poached eggs were the right amount of runny, and the crab cakes were just right. I definitely recommend it!! read more

This place is a dying breed and definitely worth the visit if you live close. It is a homey, hometown sort of dive with locals on an open mic or local bands or just people in the neighboorhood having fun. The staff acts like family, the server even sat on the stool next to us to go over the menu and became good friends with my friend. It's the type of old towne neighborhood bar where they know your name after the first time. The food here is good, nothing I had was particularly outstanding of its own accord but it was tasty. read more

Ok besides having the most amazing chicken and a brunch to die for this is our go-to spot for watching a game or hearing a great local band. It's like Cheers around the bar and the weekend bar tender keeps all laughing as well as making some mean drinks. He's quick to chat w clientele new and old and literally runs around trying to keep everyone happy. Even during socially distancing times it's a great place!! read more

Dropped in based solely on location and Yelp and walked into the archetype of a local family restaurant. Lots of regulars and lots of families. Relaxed old school service. Not cheap but portions were generous and the homestyle cooking "ate good". I enjoyed the shrimp and cheese grits. Service was good but Hershey's is not for the impatient. Good home cooking. We'll be back. 'Nuff said. read more

I used to go to Hershey's in the 80's and liked the place, but then had kids and also seem to recall they maybe went a little downhill for a while. Regardless, this place has come back strong. The fried chicken they were known for years ago is as good as it gets again. The bar area was renovated some time ago and the restaurant opened up by knocking down old walls that had broken it up into smaller rooms. Best of all is that they have fantastic local bands play on weekends. Between Hershey's and Outta Way Cafe in Derwood, there are no two better restaurants with bars, comfort food and music anywhere in Montgomery County. read more

My family has ordered from Hershey's for years but the service and treatment today was horrible. Placed a carry out order at 7pm and was told order would be 30 minutes. Our son arrived to pick up order only to discover the ticket was never entered and sent to kitchen. I called back to discuss my supposed order and was placed on hold for 20 minutes. I understand restaurants get busy but how hard is it to place an order and convey to kitchen. Perhaps its time to hire weekend help to answer the phone and treat customers, in particular decade+ ones with a little more respect!. read more

No idea how this place stays in business. It looks like it would be a nice, home-y atmosphere, but the waitstaff was among the rudest, surliest, biker-bar-like I've ever encountered. I went there recently with another person and we waited 15 minutes next to one of the numerous blaring television sets that no one watches, trying to get menus and place our orders and we ended up walking out. They had one other table of people to serve, so it wasn't like they were short-staffed. My suggestion? Go down the street into Gaithersburg --- to Growler's. Great food and drink and great customer service. Go anywhere but here, unless you are a masochist. Oh, and by the way, the food looked disgusting, but since we never even got menus I can't say for sure if it was better than it looked. read more

I am originally from the Deep South but have mostly gotten rid of the need for fried chicken as a staple in my diet. With that being said, once or twice a year I do get the urge for some good old fried chicken. I heard about this place through some people that live in the area and they swore by their fried chicken. They were right! Their other options are okay and it is a good cheap meal. The fried chicken is where it's at though lol! read more

I went on a hunt for fried chicken after watching Food Wars on the Travel Channel about 2 Kansas fried chicken restaurants duking it out. I was immediately jealous of the old timey chicken restaurants they have and decided to try and find one around here. Hershey's seemed to fit the bill. It's definitely an older restaurant with a classic, home cookin' kind of menu. I decided to go with the fried chicken(of course), hush puppies and fries. Both sides were pretty standard and good. Nothing particularly too great or bad about them. As for the chicken...I wanted to love it soooooo much. It was nicely breaded, very juicy and tender. However, it was so doggone salty! I found myself wiping off the chicken with a paper towel before eating my 2nd piece. I think I could easily call this my favorite chicken joint except for the saltiness! Perhaps I'll give it another shot and ask if they can ease up on the salt. read more

A Gaithersburg institution, WAY past its prime. Nothing on the menu that didn't come in a Sysco truck, cooked with indifference and served in a decor that last saw an upgrade around '73. The kind of place that Keno has kept on life support. read more

This place is disgusting. The food seems like it came out of the year 1985, greasy, over cooked, bland, boiled, canned, frozen. The only half decent thing I attempted to eat was the house salad and baked potato. The green beans seemed canned. The mac n cheese was sour and watery. The crab cakes looked like little dry pucks. The lemons were dried up and crusty. The service was the worst. One older woman was so rude to us right when we came in. Then when I left most of my plate untouched, she didn't even look at me as she took it, much less offer me something else. I waited and waited to get drink refills. I had to ask for a drink, no one even came around to offer. Our waiter was also the bar tender and he barely looked our way and never came came to ask if we wanted another drink. Brandon, I think. I asked for a menu, and instead of getting me one, the waitress I was talking to motioned across the room and told me to get it myself. Rude, inattentive, like they don't even care what the customers think. Job security must be great at this place. Also, the place felt sticky like a hotel that hadn't been cleaned in decades. Gross. DON'T eat here if you can avoid it at all. Again, gross. read more

I went here not long after moving into the area because of the lack of bars close by. Overall it was pretty good, although I wouldn't rush back. The food was definitely the best part of my experience. The menu has american entrees and typical bar food. I ordered the philly cheese steak and was satisfied with it. One bad part about this place is the very "local bar" feel. Everyone seemed to know one another and seemed kinda confused about my presence. The other problem I have with this place was even though the food and drinks were reasonably priced, they still seemed a tad on the expensive side for what you get. Of course others may disagree. read more

I believe they have the best fried chicken in the area. You have to wait 20 minutes for them to make it fresh but it is well worth the wait. It is so moist and crispy. Tried the chicken soup today and it is delicious. Homemade with lots of chicken, carrots and potatoes. Good place for home cooking. read more

The restaurant smells like cigarette. Even though the waffle and fried chicken were delicious and the waitress was nice, I don't think I will go back. read more

Came here for breakfast. The chicken from the chicken and waffles were way too salty. Apparently the chicken for breakfast is prebreaded and they don't make it on their own.... Definitely don't recommend getting the chicken and waffle during breakfast time. I like salty good but this was way too salty even for me. read more

ordered the 16pc fried chicken with slaw ,fries, and mac and cheese ,and rolls its probably the best fried chicken we've had in the area period , we will be back read more

Like many of my fellow yelpers, we came with the anticipation of enjoying some of this famous fried chicken. So my fiancée and I literally cross the tracks and end up in the parking lot. Some luxury cars in the parking lot has me thinking "this place might be swankier than I thought!" We go in there's no visible host stand we can see so we ask a server and the young lady stated there's tables "over there and there" while pointing, not seating us, so we sat ourselves. We then saw server after server walk out of the kitchen and NOT greet us (count SIX), give us menus, take drink orders, anything. So I am definitely not used to getting terrible customer service, especially after taking a detour to get to this establishment. So, my fiancée is ready to leave but I gave them ONE more time to redeem themselves. Well, the cast of golden girls came in and were not only seated, but were given menus, had drinks delivered, got a smile, you know, the basics. We left, only to be asked by their bartender (In the parking lot) who is the only person who asked why were leaving. We told him what happened, he offered to take care of us at the bar but we were already not feeling the laser stares from Mac's mom (from Sunny in Phila) and her cronies at the bar and through the dining room. Now that you read all that, I'm black my fiancée is white, what do you think? Still going? I didnt. Won't ever. Oddly enough, a black friend recommended this place!!! I went to Popeyes got an 8 piece with biscuits and stopped by Boston market to get sides and was unhappy by what I experienced earlier but Popeyes never tasted so good. read more

I don't go here often cause its kinda off the beaten path and further than most restaurants from me but.....the chicken and sides are AMAZING. I love love love it. It's a OLD house that is kinda run down but dont let that steer you away.The service is not that great so don't expect anything that will blow you away but its def worth the trip and the chicken is just amazing. True home cooked meal right there. read more

Been going to this place for years! Love the fried chicken wings basket. Only thing I ever get. Love that they remodeled a bit which makes the place look less sketchy + the daily events of trivia and live music makes it a fun place to be. Service is slow but the staff is nice. read more

You have to BEG the bartender for a drink as she's usually smoking outside, eating or talking with people. TERRIBLE service. Ordered one drink that she made after eating fried chicken and didn't wash her hands ! Grease all over the glass ! Last bartender was great, but he's gone and now so am I !! read more

The ribs are adequate, but the cole slaw was tasteless and the sweet potato had a peculiar texture. The waitress spilled a drink on my wife, and only comped the drink off the bill... should have been her meal, too. The chicken is very good. read more

The food here is really bad. We have been here about 3 times and everytime has been a bad experience. The so called "famous" fried chicken was terible and bland. The rolls they give you with your meal are straight out of the store, cheap package from the bread isle. They cant even lay the napkint out or wrap them around the forks and spoons, they tie them in a knot and leave them on the table wet and sometimes dirty. Im amazed this place is still in business. read more

This is the second time i have visited this restaurant. The food doesnt impress me. Our waitress was great. The kitchen was slow and the food was subpar. They need more help, our waitress was spread thin. The entertainment is always great, the atmosphere is great. I would say that this would be a good place for a drink. read more

Normally we enjoy a decent dinner here- tonight was bad. The chicken tasted like it was dipped in salt, the potatoes and gravy out of a box and jar, and stewed tomatoes BAD. Service was decent but this was my last trip here. read more

This is one of the original restaurants in Gaithersburg that a lot of new transits & even some natives are not even aware of. Hershey specializes in Fried Chicken, but the Catfish is also the best around. Now Hershey's is not a lot of glamour & pizzas. Housed in an old house with a very homey feel inside - it's like going to visit your grandmother. I especially love to go there on a cold, winter day & sit next to the heater stove, by the window looking out at the train tracks across the street. It's the food that is excellent here. The wait staff is very laid back, so if you're in a hurry you should probably consider another place. If you want to relax though & take your time then get ready for some great, home style cooking. read more

"Plain country-style food" is not a compliment for this place. I ate there once and that was once too many.

Located in the middle of nowhere Gaithersburg/Oakton lies a hidden treasure. It doesn't look like it from the outside and certainly has a working class feel, but inside is southern comfort goodness! The fried chicken is an absolute MUST here and probably the best fried chicken in Maryland hands down! Go on Monday where the chicken is half price. Bring your appetite and leave with a smile! read more

Hershey's is well known for their signature, mouth watering fried chicken and yummy pies, as well as their country atmosphere and friendly service. This is one place you will always want to come back to for a great fried chicken meal. The food is home made quality, and you can tell that the cooks must put effort into what they prepare. read more

Go for the fried chicken and stay for down home service. I fully believe that their fried chicken is probably the best I have had and that includes eating some in Charleston (talk about being disappointed!). The service was friendly and it felt like you were going right next door. Hershey's is a true institution in the area. Good food, good prices, yummy tummy! read more

Overall terrible experience...called in a pickup order of fried chicken wings and a waffle and was greeted with an attitude. When I arrived the food wasn't ready so I waited in their old bar. The ambiance isn't really anything to brag about. Then there was the food...I supposedly was waiting on the waffle to be ready so it should've been nice and fresh right?! No, it was dark and had the texture of a cardboard box...terrible...now we get to their "specialty" chicken. At first glance, about half of the wings looked edible, the other half looked like the meet was compromised. There were dark black patches all over the chicken wings. I am not sure how or why they looked as such, but I've never had that experience before. I ended up throwing all of the food in the garbage because it was absolutely terrible. I would not ever go back to this place. read more

Went there last night for dinner with family. Chicken was good as always. Had a burger myself and that was very good. Wife had London broil salad. She said it was good and she has ordered it in the past. First time staying for the entertainment. Guy on guitar was very good. Will have to go back and see his whole set. I wish Hershey's was closer to me or would go more often. read more

Yes, the fried chicken is a legit "claim to fame". I could easily go there often if the chicken were less salty. They also need to do something about the half hour wait for the chicken, and the quality of the service needs to be upgraded. But, I can't deny the fact that my health reminds me that l might live longer to appreciate their tasty chicken if they cut the sodium without cutting the delicious taste. read more

Food is like an old country homestyle diner. Fairly good food even yummy. The servers are like old country diner servers. Been there for years - can't wait for their cigarette break. And that is probably my biggest complaint is that there is a faint odor especially if you sit by the door. So move in closer or you will catch an an occasional whif of ciggy. Which I hate more than life itself. read more

When you go to Hershey's, you know what you're gonna get. They know how to do one thing really really well. The fried chicken is probably the best I've ever had (not that I eat much fried chicken), although some pieces can be fairly salty. The service is kinda slow though. My brother ordered a salad that never came and the waitress didn't notice. It took a fair amount of time to actually get our check and for the waitress to collect the check. As I said, you go here for the chicken and that's pretty much it. read more

Today I decided to have lunch here: I was told that the food is very good, so I decided to give it a try, long story short this my first time here and I think it will be my last. I order a 2pc white meat lunch platter which came with 2 sides, I ordered mac n cheese and green beans Results: sting beans had an oily taste and the Mac n cheese was very watery, no texture at all!!! In short- the sides were HORRIBLE! As for the chicken, it was cooked to perfection, however it was a bit salty! I don't think I'll be back. Very disappointed!! read more

That was a horrible experience. We waited an hour and a half for some fried chicken. They were unable to fill sodas. And then when it came time to pay to come another 15 to 20 minutes to bring us the check him in the card. read more

Christina was fabulous waitstaff and first time there. Diverse clientele great live music perfect London broil salad

Our waitress was really nice, but she seemed backed up majority of the time since she had so many tables to tend. We sat at a dirty table and had to ask multiple times for it to be cleaned. Took a while for drinks and to order our food. The food came out fine. Trivia night was fun though. The restaurant is nice overall but needs to hire more staff. Really long wait times and plates took a while to be collected. read more