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    Houston TX Hot Chicken

    4.2 (38 reviews)
    Open 10:30 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Charlene C.

    This place was under construction for what felt like forever, and was excited to try it out once it finally opened. I got one buffalo and one mild tender with a waffle, fries, house sauce, and a soft drink. The tenders and fries were seasoned well and tasted great, but came out a littler colder than I'd like. The house sauce is absolutely worth getting. I appreciate that their sauce makes them more unique than most places' that pretend like they invented thousand island dressing. The waffle was my favorite, just a solid Belgian waffle. I would come back for the Belgian waffle itself. Overall still a fast food place, but a pretty decent one and probably my favorite one in the area, so will be coming again!

    Chicken sandwich with tender combo
    Darrion H.

    From parking all the way to relaxing a bit after finishing the food, my experience was giving club vibes. Every customer was legit vibing out my entire visit. Out of all the chicken based places ive been to, this spot is top tier. I cant decide if the most vibrant time to visit is during night or during the day. If its a nice day they open the sliding windows which creates a really fun indoor outdoor dining experience. While at night, the illuminated decor really mezmorizes. The parking situation only adds to the club ascetic. Its very limited street parking so theres a chance youll have to park a block so so away. As you approach youll probably hear the music bumping and conversations more and more. You might even have to wait in a long line thats wraps around. When you finally get to the front youll be grated by great personalities ready to help you. Their menu is pretty simple. They offer chicken tender based dishes along with several options for side dishes. For each main dish youll get to pick a sauce. All of these menu items are displayed on their big and bright monitors. The food isnt cheap, but it is beautiful and delicious. All of my chicken was so juicy. Oddly Half of one of my tenders did have a weird chewy/dry texture while still being juicy. Either way my food was extra saucy by default just how I love it. I made so much mess I wish I used a fork and knife instead of just my bare hands. Overall I really feel like this place delivers. Idk if the people who run this spot really care about customers and food or if they or just following some really cool template. I just hope they keep up the good work. I forsure recommend everyone should experience this place at least once. I also recommend going with at least one friend.

    Loaded Fries
    Justin C.

    Houston Hot Chicken is a great addition to the food scene near the Pacific Science Center. They had a very interesting atmosphere inside, pretty dark aesthetic but with some shiny embelleshments. The restaurant was relatively small but had ample seating inside for about 30. The staff were really nice and kept checking in on every group of diners inside to make sure their experience was great. There isn't a parking lot so it's street parking. Staff: Really Nice (5/5) Sanitation: Really Clean (5/5) 3 Tender Combo (4/5) I thought the 3 tender combo was great. You can choose a different spice level for each tender. I ended up getting Mild, Buffalo, and Medium. I would definitely get the medium again but it had a bit of a kick to it. The fries were crispy and the house sauce tasted like your typical campfire esque sauce. Loaded Fries (4/5) The loaded fries seemed like it came with 2 tenders cut up and a lot more fries and pickles. definitely could be a good choice if you like more fries.

    June D.

    Houston TX Hot Chicken delivers on both flavor and atmosphere. From the moment you walk in, the space hits you with a modern, urban vibe. The interior blends an industrial look exposed ductwork, dark ceilings, and concrete floors with warm wood accents and hanging Edison-style lights. The neon lit counters and colorful mural (with the sunglasses) really stand out, giving the spot a trendy, late night city feel. It's the kind of place that feels alive, especially at night. Food wise, everything impressed. We ordered the 3 piece chicken tenders with buffalo sauce and mac & cheese, and the chicken was juicy honestly surprising for a fast casual spot. Paired with the house sauce and cilantro sauce (the cilantro was my favorite), it hit perfectly. The mac and cheese was creamy, rich, and easily one of the best I've had at a fast food spot. Also tried the 5 piece chicken nuggets with honey rub, and those were just as juicy and flavorful sweet, savory, and addictive. We also got a cucumber watermelon drink, which was super refreshing and balanced out the heat from the chicken really well. Customer service was great no rush at all, and the cashier took time to explain the menu clearly. Bonus: They're open late until 1AM, which makes this a clutch late night food spot. Overall: Great vibes, standout sauces, and some of the juiciest chicken you'll find in this category.

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    Deviantislander C.

    Inside is bigger than it appears outside. Service was friendly and efficient. They deliver your order to your table. Food was good.

    3 Tenders & Fries
    jessica l.

    I came for dinner on a saturday and there were a good amount of people. I got the 3 tenders and fries set, and the food came out pretty quick. I got the medium spice level and it was a just right for me. The chicken wasn't dry in the tenders, but I tried to chicken sandwich as well and did not like the chicken in it (it was smaller and very dry). I would recommend the tenders instead. The house sauce is a bit too sweet for me though. The restaurant is very clean and large and the workers are very friendly .

    Audrey M.

    This is a cool spot to visit with friends. The team was very friendly and the food came out fresh. As a person that isn't really into spicy food, I was happy to see that they had a wide range of spice levels. It would be nice if they added more seating.

    Justin J.

    Enjoyed my meal here! All the workers were super friendly and were attentive. The vibes were good and the food was solid. We got the mango chicken fries and the Belgian waffle and tenders. I prefer my chicken a bit juicier but it flavored really well and paired well with everything else!

    Chocolate milkshake and Chilled Strawberry Hibiscus Lemonade
    Ella H.

    Stopped by as part of an Elite event and we were greeted by very friendly service! We were worried parking would be difficult, but there was ample parking on a weeknight on the street directly in front of the shop. We tried the strawberry hibiscus lemonade, chocolate milkshake, and chicken sandwich and tender at a medium spice level. The lemonade was delicious and the sandwich was also good! The chocolate milkshake was definitely mostly just vanilla, and the chicken tenders were not very crispy, but we really enjoyed the lemonade and sandwiches!

    Edward V.

    I had a Cheese Chicken Sandwich with a side of fries and Buffalo Sauce. Ordering was pretty easy at the counter. The manager and the girl at the counter helped me navigate through a special Yelp Elite event. They also made suggestions on what's good to order. We went to the branch in Denny and 1st Avenue. There's parking on the street in front of the restaurant . The restaurant is spacious with a lot of seating. It was cleaned with floors nicely polished. The menu board is bright and colorful. The workers were all smiling and cheerful. Now for the food. The chicken itself is real , not some indescribable patty. It's crispy outside and moist inside. It's fried and topped with gooey cheese sauce. Then it has like a pickled coleslaw which made the chicken sandwich kick it up a notch. The buns were toasted, a plus. The fries were perfectly seasoned and fried crispy. This is what a chicken sandwich should be!

    Jacc M.

    I heard about the viral opening and thought I'd give it a try. It was amazing, the whole family enjoyed their food! The staff was amazing and the ambiance is totally cool. Not to mention the space needle view! I went all out with the Waffle milkshake (which is delicious)and frozen lemonade (could use more sugar) the tenders were juicy and flavorful (honey butter)

    Alex N.

    One of my favorite places to get chicken tenders! The flavors and seasoning are so well and the chicken is very juicy and flavorful. Service here was excellent, Overall, I recommend and I would come back.

    Chenie X.

    My coworker was raving about how good the fried chicken is here, and we did a group order for delivery. I should have known that fried food and take out boxes are not a good combo with all the moisture being trapped inside. Everything becomes soggy, the chicken wasn't juicy, though the flavors were good. Unfortunately the delivery also missed one sauce. Lesson learned to never get take out again, but I'd be willing to try it at the restaurant since I'm still hunting down the best fried chicken place in town.

    3 Tenders & Fries

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    16 days ago

    Omgg i loved the chicken it was so freaking good and the food was amazong. The songs as well are cathy, the service was grrat also

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    Food wa fast and great 1000% recommend just like TikTok and instagrams and had a free drink

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    I visited on a weekend it was busy but it was worth the wait food was delicious and staff was nice

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    Ask the Community - Houston TX Hot Chicken

    Big Mike’s Sandwich Company - Italian hot beef with provolone.

    Big Mike’s Sandwich Company

    4.4(45 reviews)
    0.3 miLower Queen Anne

    I am a bit torn on Big Mike's. While they serve up a great sandwich, I don't know that it's a…read moremust-visit. Located in the Seattle Center Armory, along with many other food vendors, Big Mike's Sandwich Company is serving up huge cheesesteaks, chopped cheese, and other East Coast-style subs. For $25, I picked up the cheesesteak and fries combo. Not a terrible price for the portion. Waited about 10-15 minutes for the sandwich to come out. You order on a tablet here, and then they call your name. It's a small storefront, so you really have to stay nearby to hear your name being called in the large space that is the Armory. Not much interaction with staff. Plenty of seating throughout the Armory, though shared with other restaurants. The food came out piping hot. Obviously, they cook everything fresh to order because the inside of the fries was like lava. The fries were thick-cut and seasoned to perfection. The sandwich was good. I thought some pieces of the steak were a bit tough, and the roll seemed a bit over-steamed or possibly stale. A good sandwich and decent portion, nonetheless. I'm still going 5 stars here. I think Big Mike's is a great choice if you want a hearty, meat-filled sandwich and you happen to be in the area. However, I think you could be happy with another dining option in the Armory, too. My kids loved the MOD Pizza nearby. While there isn't anything wildly unique going on at Big Mike's, they are still pushing out great sandwiches at reasonable prices with a no-frills ordering process.

    We needed somewhere quickly and this place fit the bill. The Philly cheesesteak was very tasty and…read moreso were the steak fries. Both were piping hot. The workers looked mean, scary, and looked like they wanted to hurt us. Get someone friendly in there and you'll get higher stars in the review

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    Michou - I miss you, Michou

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    4.3(704 reviews)
    0.8 miDowntown
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    When I used to work within walking distance of Pike Place Market, this would be one of several…read moresandwich places my coworkers and I would hit up for their ready-to-go sandwiches. For this visit, i came here on a Saturday noon after finding literally everywhere else I wanted to eat at full or plagued by long lines. I mean here also has long lines but it goes by quick. Staff are proactive on grabbing your stuff, toasting them if you want them to, and bringing out your orders after paying. There's a ton of sandwich options, and all are on display along with their ingredients. You can either get half a sandwich for $7 or a whole one for $13, and there are other baked goods like baked potatoes, pasta bake and shepherd's pie. Seating consists of wall seating that you need to bus yourself. and water and napkins are self-serve. I got half of a roasted beef and gorgonzola sandwich, and my bestie got half of a crispy chicken sandwich. We also shared a chicken and parmesan pasta bake, all of which we asked to be toasted. - My bestie's crispy chicken sandwich's chicken could have been more crispy. There wasn't too much pepper seasoning on it either. - The chicken and parmesan pasta bake tasted more like mac and cheese, and wasn't the best. - The real winner for both of us was my roasted beef and gorgonzola. Normally I don't enjoy blue cheese because of how pungent it tastes, but this sandwich - along with the nicely caramelized onions - gave a fresh, savory taste and even enhanced the flavor profile of the roast beef for both of us. My bestie went back at a later time just to have their roasted beef and gorgonzola, so it's clear we have a favorite here! I'm down to find more favorites and go-tos in future visits.

    Wait was pretty long but line goes by fast! All the sandwiches are ready made and they toast it up…read morefor you so it's fresh :-) Place is bustling for a reason - very fairly priced and filling sandwiches. The chicken one was simple and hit the spot! I loved the bread. Highly recommend for a quick bite in between tourism activities

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