Dave's Hot Chicken
Chicken restaurant · Union City ·

Dave's Hot Chicken

Chicken restaurant · Union City ·

Nashville hot chicken tenders, sliders, fries, and slaw

spicy chicken
sliders
chicken tenders
friendly service
juicy chicken
crinkle fries
dave's sauce
hot chicken
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32200 Dyer St, Union City, CA 94587 Get directions

$10–20

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32200 Dyer St, Union City, CA 94587 Get directions

+1 510 240 1000
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$10–20 · Menu

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•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Popular for dinner
•Trendy
•Family friendly
•Good for groups
•Good for solo dining

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Dec 28, 2025

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"The popular chicken chain opened its Union City location with its signature spicy hot tenders and sliders, celebrating with a grand-opening event on March 25." - Paolo Bicchieri

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Dave's Hot Chicken

Yamanashi The Moon D.

Google
Unfortunately I played it way too safe and got light mild and regretted it, I was afraid I was gonna have another Angry Chikz episode where the "hot" flavor comes with ghost chilis. Food is still amazing though, each and every single fry was coated with seasoning which I do appreciate, sometimes you get a plain fry at some places but not here, every fry gets to stand out. Chicken is nice and crunch and packed with delicious flavors; the slaw and pickles definitely help balance the richness of everything too.

Kate X

Google
I got the hot chicken bites and they were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. There were about 10 pieces of chicken bites along with a slice of white toast. The hot level wasn't that spicy - it was a comfortable level of spicy.

Abrahm J.

Google
I visited Davis Hot Chicken and tried the double slider with medium spice. The taste was really good — flavorful with just the right amount of heat. The restaurant itself was clean, and the atmosphere was comfortable and welcoming. Overall, a solid spot for a spicy chicken craving!

Chie B.

Google
The food is good. Sandwiches are cooked to order, so the chicken is still hot when served. Fries is good, not too crispy and not soggy. It's good for family, friends, and for those looking for a fast food joint that's decent. Service is alright as well.

Chris

Google
The chicken here is good. I would eat it if I was craving some fried chicken quickly, but it wouldn't be my go to. The location is clean and the staff were very friendly.

Truth T.

Google
Alrighty... So let's start by saying how packed this place was on a Wednesday evening... VERY! So much so that because we caught an appetite while shopping that we decided to check it out. Clean establishment... Attentive and helpful service... Orders slow to come out because of all the orders they had between dine in, take out and 3rd party ordering apps... But I must say, it was worth the wait. Our order consisted of a #3 (1 tender and 1 slider with fries); 1 tender which was accompanied with a slice of bread; and a coleslaw. My son didn't like the coleslaw which the young lady was happy to accommodate a Mac and cheese (creamy) in it's place. My combo 3 was made up of lite mild and medium spice level which is more well seasoned than actually with any spiciness. However the chicken was moist on the inside and crispy on the outside and not in a hard typa way either... Next time I am going to try the hot spice level and see how that goes 😏 We also noticed they had a cauliflower option... What was down by the registers instead of on the main menu... My recommendation would be to add it to the menu so that people don't miss it because it wasn't mentioned... I would also go as far as to add some sort of chicken tender salad option and some kid-friendly options to the menu! (That would make this place a real hit!) With that being said, obviously there will be a next time and I recommend people come on out and give it a try 🤗 Happy Eating

Masood S.

Google
We ordered the number 3, which includes one chicken slider, tender, and fries. We selected hot as the level of spice. Each slider contained a hearty piece of chicken and a generous amount of light, crispy breading. The pickles were of excellent quality and had just the proper amount of acidity to go nicely with the chicken's heat. The unique sauce is much more tangy and sweet than others. When we next visit the area, we will most certainly return :)

Danny A

Google
1/24/25 Friday We enjoyed the taste of food..... 4/19/24 Friday This is our 1st time n we ordered#3 medium heat 1 tender, 1 slider with fries n strawberry shake with oreo, all taste very good. Definitely come back again.
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Donna T.

Yelp
Finally got to try Dave's Hot Chicken after watching everyone's tiktoks and... I am a stan! It's basically Wingstop chicken tenders 2.0 and much better than Raising Cane's imo. I got the #3: 1 slider (added cheese) and 1 tender with fries, which comes with a piece of bread as well. At first I was skeptical on if this was going to be enough food but the chicken tenders are huge! They don't skimp on the pickles either and for me personally, I'd probably ask for mine without it next time. The food came out so fresh and piping hot; the only way to eat it! I got medium spice because I heard that their spice level is crazy here, but it tasted mild so I'd definitely get spicy next time. Nonetheless, the Nashville hot flavoring was jam-packed and the crispiness was out of this world. The fries were similar to the crinkle cut ones from Shake Shack (which I love) but with some cajun dusting on it which hit the spot. The location is in Union's landing and itself is pretty clean. We got our order quickly so no complaints as well! Am already planning to come back next time and try the mac and cheese + hot cauliflower!
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Cynthia Y. L.

Yelp
Everything here is SO good! The chicken is perfectly crunchy and seasoned. The Mac n Cheese is perfectly gooey and cheesy. The fries are perfectly crispy. Only con is wait time. :( We ordered online for pick up but still ended up waiting 20 minutes at the restaurant. Hopefully they improve their wait time estimation soon.. otherwise this place would be 5 stars!!
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Tiangcob A.

Yelp
When we're craving Nashville style hot chicken tenders, we eat here. We order DAVE'S #2: 2 SLIDERS W/ FRIES Chicken sliders are served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles and drizzled with Dave's sauce. The chicken sliders are so tender and so delicious. Their potato bun is soft and blends very well with the taste of the slider, pickles, kale slaw and sauce. Their seasoned potato fries are crunchy and very tasty. It's casual dining and there are tables available all the time Order comes out in around 10 minutes, no complaints with the service. It is also beside the movie theater.
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Tbd F.

Yelp
They finally added small rubber chair leg protectors... I can finally enjoy a lunch without having screeching chair noises being dragged across the floor.
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shannon m.

Yelp
Finally had Dave's Hot Chicken and it was hella good. Got the medium hot tender which wasn't hot at all. Next time I'm gonna kick it up a notch with the spice level. I love the fact that it comes with pickle and that the serving is generous. Speaking of being generous, they didn't skimp on giving me extra sauce. I really like that the tender wasn't dried out and it was well seasoned. I also got some cheese fries and a strawberry shake - both were equally good. I like the fact that the shake was super thick and the french fries were nicely seasoned....just wished they would've put more cheese sauce. Overall this place is solid. I'll definitely be coming back to late night when I'm craving some hot chicken
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Janna P.

Yelp
Food is Mid. No ranch here lol bring your own ranch and more buffalo hot sauce. I mean it's a dope place to eat at and hang out for a quick idgf what I'm wearing type day. They're open late which is great for ppl coming out the movies next door. Def a youthful environment.
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Ronald L.

Yelp
We seen a bunch of Dave's chicken commercial decided to give it a try. This place is nice tidy restaurant with many seats and quite clean. Customer service is great at Thai location. We had a problem with the order and after signing the waver for the reaper when we got it. It was missing a slider the gentleman warned us and allowed us to try it and kind enough to change to non reaper. The chicken is quite juicy and tasty. If you are looking for good spicy chicken then try Dave's Hot Chicken.
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Lisa W.

Yelp
Almost 5 stars. Ok so I was wondering what the hype was all about and finally decided to give it a go and got the Dave's #2 slider thingie thinking it's like any other slider I've had. Holy CLUCK these things were huge! The pieces if chicken could have fit in 4 buns. Impressive. The seasoning was tasty , a little sweet but probably my fault since I chose MILD. I love the whole sweet, salty, tangy thing but will go hotter next time. Sauce is good and u like that they put it in the side. The pickles were crisp and delicious too. The sad part of the meal was the poor forgotten Mac n Cheese! Come on now, if they can do chicken right they should step up their game on the supporting characters like the MAC ...it was lacking. Mac was less than basic, bland and processed but not in a good way. Otherwise the chicken is crave worthy and I'll be back. Pssst Dave : More sauce please
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Thuyvi M.

Yelp
Wanted to see what the hype is with Daves so we gave it a try tonight. Them tenders are big! Fries were perfectly seasoned but I kept it safe and ordered mild. Dave's sauce is really good and went well with everything. The sliced bread that comes with it evens out the seasoned. The employees were super friendly and service was fast. Dining room is spacious and kept cleaned. As for the sliders me personally I would get it without slaw and maybe on the side. My son did get hot level for his strips and it was a bit too spicy for us even with the honey. If you can handle the heat dooo it! Price is a bit steep since drinks don't come with meals but if you like seasoned chicken it's a must try.
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Ivan B.

Yelp
Kinda surprise that preparing the food became faster here compared to the recent times I come to this location. It's also one of the first establishments I go to for chicken tenders and fries. I don't go here often because of the service, but it changed my mind wanting to come back often now. I definitely should get the sides except fries since they don't get included in the meals.
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Luan T.

Yelp
I came to eat here and I am glad I did. I ordered the #1 chicken strip meal. The chicken was very juicy and tasted great. The fries were the crinkle fries and I loved them. it comes with bread and pickles. The sauce was great for dipping your chicken in. The service was great. I was greeted as soon as I came in the door. The manager came to the table and did ask how everything was and I told her I loved everything. The restaurant is a little loud when there is a little of people. I would compare to a cafeteria loud. Don't let that stop you from going. I do think with the number one Meal I could share with someone. You each can get one chicken tender, a bread, pickles and fries split between 2 people. I will be going back to try other meals.
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Jazlene T.

Yelp
Came here on w him while I ran errands in Union Landing. I took a bite too fast lol. They serve good portions! I knew I wasn't able to finish mine, I think the 2 tenders were just right for me. The bread was whatever, it's just the white bread they give you. I loved the sauce, wouldn't be the same without it. I will say it wasn't as spicy as I had imagined. I ordered Mild because I overestimated the spice and it turned out to taste like Cajun. Still good, tender chicken but I would kick it up a notch next time. The fries were good with the sauce. Overall, I'd come here again and try the sliders (medium hot) It's nicely decorated inside and the workers work fast! You can peep them cheffing it up and they're quick with the food coming out.
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Tiffany D.

Yelp
Their spicy fried chicken sandwich is so delicious! The breading of the spiciness, is something not to be missed. Add on the coleslaw and pickles in between, makes the whole chicken sandwich, bomb. It definitely hit the spot when one is in this plaza and wanting a nice casual meal.

STEVEN H.

Yelp
Tried Dave's Hot after watching a movie Nextdoor. This was our first time eating here. We ordered 2 number # 3 meals which included 1 tender, 1 slider with fries, pickles and sauce. The fountain drinks were extra. Pros: very clean restaurant. Service is fast and efficient. Food: Too expensive for what it is. The 2 orders plus 2 fountain drinks tax and tip came to $48! (We would have been better off going to Texas Roadhouse). Fries and pickles were good tasting The chicken tasted just ok and was salty. We ate the slider and fries and took home the tenders, but eventually just threw them out. Would we return? No. There are better chicken places out there. Raising Cane is also pricey, but if I had to choose between the two, Raising Cane tasted 100% better.
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Ebony W.

Yelp
I love me some Dave's Hot! The food is always immaculate. The best tenders ever. All I need is two every time. My go to flavor is hot and I add the cheese. HONEY AND DAVES SAUCE IS A MUSSTTT!!! The service at this location is amazing! I always order to go and my food is always hot and ready at the time I pick up. Very clean here too! Thank you!!!!
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Isaac G.

Yelp
I have been here a few times. It's really really good. I had been craving it for a few weeks and finally broke down and drove to Union Landing. Friendly staff, delicious food and no wait time. I got the mild tenders and the wife got extra hot. Restaurant was clean and well maintained and the 2 of us ate for about $28 bucks. Highly recommended
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Ricca Cathrina E.

Yelp
The place was clean and organized. Food is good though I've observed decrease in the quantity of fries. Service was quick and servers were really friendly.
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Carol G.

Yelp
I like the decor. The chicken wasn't crispy and the medium spice was bland. Not coming back. Hot boys in hayward is better. I use Hatti B's Nashville as my standard for hot chicken.
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James C.

Yelp
I knew it... I knew it... I knew that the Dave's Not Chicken... was not real chicken... it's cauliflower and it's delicious!! 5/5 moist but not watery. I got the medium spice to make sure it was seasoned enough. Chicken always hits and so do their pickles Not that many tables and the line gets busy, but the servers are cute and nice!
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Usha A.

Yelp
recently went with friends. I ordered the chicken tenders (item #1), and my friends tried the chicken sandwiches (items #2 and #3) with medium spice. The food was excellent. Their chicken sandwiches and tenders are consistently good. If you like a kick, you'll love their spicy options. Service was quick; you order at the counter and pick up your food when it's ready. The restaurant's ambiance is casual, similar to a McDonald's.
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Linda L.

Yelp
They have very solid hot chicken sandwiches for a franchise. I got the #4 combo, which includes a slider (I got the extra hot) and fries. I also got a mac and cheese on the side. The spice level was enjoyable for me. I think I could've gone a level up if I really wanted a little more kick. Chicken was big and juicy, fries were well seasoned, and the mac and cheese was standard. They don't charge for their house sauce, which is a plus! Their house sauce was also good, but nothing out of this world. Definitely one of the better hot chicken sandwich franchises out there.
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Marshal R.

Yelp
Completely forgot to take a picture. FAIL! Either way, 4.5 out of 5 Wife wanted to come here since we were at Lowe's and wanted to try this joint. We got two sliders (Hot) + fries. The seating situation wasn't too bad. Plenty of seats, plus some seating outside, so technically you can bring your dog with you. It was also bright and clean inside. The wait was average, can't complain. Staff was friendly and understanding when I didn't read the menu right and had to change which combo I wanted. Got home to devour it. Was worried it'd sweat too much and make it soggy, but it was fine. I wish the bun was longer instead of round so it'd cover the whole tender. The HEAT was enjoyable. Got the mouth tingling, nose running a bit, but still had great flavor. Perfect. I may even get hotter next time! Fries were good as well and even our young one liked it with the spice.
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Jose S.

Yelp
This is my first time eating at Dave's hot chicken and the chicken was amazing! I wanted to personally thank the manager for coming out and speaking with us. I ended up ordering the mild sliders with cheese, and my wife ended up ordering one slider and one tender. The chicken is juicy, the spice was just right. The fries are amazing and the bread is out of this world!
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Brandi P.

Yelp
Staff just doesn't want to be here, no hellos or greeting. Tables not bussed or cleaned. Bathroom a mess. Waited over 40 minutes for 3 meals and we got home to 2 meals missing cheese on the sliders.
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Meriel R.

Yelp
I went to this location recently after not having Dave's for a while, and all I can say is that the food is still a great way to cheat on my diet. The service was actually pretty amazing, too, compared to what it was before. One server in particular, I think his name was Maic (?), went above and beyond and made sure my meal was perfect! Definitely will be coming back to this location based on the great service alone.
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Kayla Ann R.

Yelp
Medium has a good kick of spice if ur looking for spice. Mild not so much. Lots of seating- indoor and outdoor. Next to the movie theatre & starbucks & baskin robins
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Neleh H.

Yelp
Not usually my kind of food but after a movie we were looking for a bite & wandered in here. Decor is very...loud. Folks behind counter were really nice. Waited a bit but I guess that's a good sign that stuff is made fresh. Chicken was delicious. Crisp but not greasy. Honey & Daves sauce were yum. White bread... kind of pointless but I guess if u like wonder bread it works.
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Daisey V.

Yelp
The food was good, but i do feel it's overhyped, but this to me is just another fast food fried chicken spot. Though you can select your spice level, there's not much flavor going on in the spices like other fried chicken spots. I will say their sauce and Slaw definitely save the whole shindig, and the vibe is dope with the playlist selection they got. Maybe because we always go towards the night we get the rush service so maybe that's why we don't get the hype of Dave's ‍ service was good though, those taking orders in the front really did good at listening and giving us their go to orders for us to try.
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Shafiya R.

Yelp
Excellent customer service from employee Andres, he was very polite and nice with my 4 kids orders. Thank you Andres for your excellent service
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Sherman T.

Yelp
Big fan of Dave's Hot Chicken! Fortunately this location is relatively accessible to us so we have actually tried their meals before Drake's birthday freebie promotion, which I felt was very successful in expanding the brand awareness. A lot of first timers got to try their deliciously crafted chicken sandwiches and tenders. The menu is simple - they focus on what they do well and do it exceptionally well. Same chicken, different pairings and spice level. Choose from sliders/sandwiches or tenders, and pair them with fries. There are a few spice levels ranging from no spice to what would effectively burn all the way down so anyone should be able to enjoy their goodies. I personally enjoy the sliders most. The buns, sauce, veggies, and pickles just pair so well with the crispy chicken tender. Perfect size for hearty bites, not too big but big enough to keep you full for the whole day. Plus, if you have a friend or looking to really fill up, get the two slider combo! Consider using their app as well to earn points and rewards. Also order online to pick up to beat any lines. In any case, there are plenty of parking in this mall and you'll have plenty to do before or after getting your food (it's right next to a movie theater). They have plenty of tables and seats indoor and a few in the outdoor patio. They tend to play their music loud so just don't expect to have any type of significant conversations here outside of just "mmm" and "yum". Overall, these aren't your typical tenders you get from a fast food chain; Dave's serves up some meaty chicken strips that will have you craving for more. If you haven't tried it, you are missing out!
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Hoa G.

Yelp
I have seen Dave's Hot Chicken around for a while, but never got the chance to go and try it. Hubby saw a YouTube video that made him want to try Dave's Hot Chicken so we decided to go. We had gotten the Dave's #3 with an extra tender on the side in mild. During the time that we got there it wasn't busy, so we were able to place our order and just wait about 20 ish minutes before our food was ready. Everybody that we encounter was friendly and the service was smooth and quick. When we got home we heated up our fries again in the air fryer for that extra crispiness. Hubby and I enjoyed it! The slider was good with the sauce that they have. The tender was big. It was good too. The mac n cheese was OK. It could've been better. I read a review that stated the mac n cheese was really good, but honestly we have had better. Overall it was a good experience. We may come back again whenever we are craving for a chicken sandwich!
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Anita T.

Yelp
We ordered online for pick up in store, the pickup was super easy and convenient. The slider was tasty and super filling (make sure to get the sauce). I had chosen the Mild flavor for the chicken, but wish I got a spicier flavor. The Mac & cheese was okay, pretty cheesy as you can see from the picture!

Asher M.

Yelp
the food was super good and i loved it so much highly recommend anyone in the area check it out.
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Jade L.

Yelp
My first time trying Dave's hot chicken. A coworker told me about them and when they opened in Union City, they had lines out the door. Thankfully I came a year later and on a random Tuesday night. No line, not too busy! The menu is straight forward. I ordered number 1 and 3 and a milk shake on the side for a friend. Total for 2 number 1s, number 3 and a milkshake is about $50. I didn't realize the food is all labeled as to go meaning they are served on take out boxes. You can dine in or just order and go. We decided to just eat there. Looking at the food I already knew it was overly seasoned, but people have said it was good. I took a bite of my chicken tenders and I honestly could not eat most of it. It is way too salty. The seasoning is overwhelming. My lips started to prone too. I really want to love it but I couldn't eat it.

Matt C.

Yelp
Food is mid, to be honest. They don't actually season the chicken, it's all added after frying it. And if you get it with no spice, that also means no seasoning. It just tastes like boring fried chicken with no flavor, but if you get it with spice then it's just this overwhelming amount of salt and paprika that's not enjoyable at all. The sauce does basically all the heavy lifting, and while it's good, shouldn't be the entire flavor profile of a food. If they sold just the sauce in stores or something I'd get that, but the food itself is not worth it. At least you get good portions, so you'll leave full, but disappointed
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Linda K.

Yelp
Really big portions The chicken was a little salty for me but still delicious Liked the crinkle fries but its better with cheese on top Basic drink selection Self seating and outdoor seating available Pretty busy and loud on a Sunday so we sat outside Service was friendly and quick Food took about 10 minutes but super worth the wait Everything is packed to go with extra ketchup, honey and Dave's sauce
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Sondos A.

Yelp
Their chicken is tender , my kids love it. All locations are nice and one in Union city has ample parking and nearby biz that you can utilize. The staff is friendly and I love their patios seating a lot. I am not a fan of fast food in general but their chicken tastes real and yummy. I wouldn't date anything beyond lite mild. Not much options for veggies or fruits. Their sauce is dangerously delish ! But I don't indulge much in it. I am often there because of my kids.
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Brenda K.

Yelp
I have to say Dave's Hot Chicken is the best Hot Chicken I had so far. The flavor of the seasoning and signature sauce is super delicious. I am also amazed by the size of their tenders. They are on the larger side that even one piece is pretty filling already. I also appreciate them giving so many slices of pickles. It goes really well with the tenders. For heat level, I think a medium is the sweet spot. I can hand medium no problem so i tried a hot. The jump to a hot was pretty significant so I recommend sticking to a medium so you can comfortably enjoy all the flavors of your meals. I really like the vibe and design of the place. The restaurant is pretty clean in general however just watch out for the soda fountain as it can get quite messy. This place can get crowded and parking can be quite difficult to find as this is a popular plaza. Definitely worth the try!
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Cameron B.

Yelp
3.5 Stars for sure! Great customer service and fast, hot and spicy chicken. I mean, ya, that's what the name says and they deliver. With a hyper limited menu of fried chicken alone or in between buns it means Dave's can focus on their signature product. A thinly battered, crispy fried white-meat chicken that is coated in various levels of hot dust and served with sauces (signature, BBQ, etc.), and pickles. Period! I came in late on the day before Xmas knowing that I wouldn't get my next meal until Xmas dinner. I got two orders of the 2 piece meal (comes with fries) as they don't really do standard 4 piece, 6 piece, 12 piece style orders. I was impressed by the size of the strips...2 pieces and some fries is definitely a meal. The chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Maybe the brine the chicken first? I don't know, but even the next day, a quick pop of the leftovers into the air fryer revived those strips back to nearly their prime. Daven's is worth a stop if a sweat-inducing and fried treat is in your future!
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Sheila K.

Yelp
This place opened up months ago and the line was insanely long. One of our friends waited for almost 2 hours when it first opened up, crazy! We're not the type of people that would wait in line that long LOL. When we finally tried it, there was almost no line woo! We got 1 slider w/fries (#4) with cheese, 1 tender & 1 slider w/fries (#3) with no pickles and a drink. There wasn't a lot of tables inside and all of the empty ones were really dirty and sticky. Some of the chairs were wet and sticky as well. It took them 40 minutes to get our food out to us and it wasn't even too crazy busy. I can't even imagine how long they take if it was busy. The slider was good, the spices they used was tasty. I got mild and it was a good amount of spice for me. My husband got medium and he thought it wasn't hot at all. The chicken tender was just ok, it was smaller and plain. I wouldn't get it again though. Overall, I'm glad there's finally a decent chicken sando place close to us and we don't have to drive so far to get some. Service could do a better job though.

Hector C.

Yelp
Hands down best chicken rate this place a A+ just wanted to mention crystals hot sauce, BBQ and Ranch will be a game changer
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Tony G.

Yelp
This place had such a long line out the door since the day it opened. Now that the rush and hype has finally settled down a bit, I can finally go in and try it out. I got the #3 combo to try to get a feel for everything. It has a tender, a slider, fries, and a piece of bread. Honestly, I don't know why the bread is there or feel it's necessary. It's probably there to soak up oil or just help fill up your stomach some more. It woulda nice if they included a fountain drink with the combo. When you think combo, you usually think of the main, fries, and a drink. I was very surprised by how juicy it is. It's not dry at all, I think they use the dark meats. The seasoning is decent, nothing spectacular. Likewise for the Dave's sauce. I found myself using the honey packs actually for the chicken. The slide was good. The buttery buns with slaw and tenders actually blended really well together. I would pick Dave's over Cane's. Just wished it was cheaper and the combo's came with a drink! If I'm in the area again, I could see myself coming back.
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Alan G.

Yelp
Very tasty with fresh ingredients. Friendly quick service. Medium spicy was just right for me.
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Kaye T.

Yelp
I've been seeing EVERYWHERE. We'd drive by this place a few times and would always see this in IG when it first came out. It was one of those things where I wondered if the hype was worth it because I'm quite afraid of dry chicken sandwiches as most I've had were dry. We decided to get the sliders in a bowl with extra coleslaw.. one medium and one reaper. Surprisingly, the chicken was NOT dry and tasted super juicy! I also loved the sauce it came with because it did compliment the chicken really well. I think in terms of spiciness level, I would probably go up one higher from medium because it wasn't spicy enough for me.. reaper, however, ooooweeeee!! That is actually a punch in the face for me LOL. The size of the sliders were fair.. it makes me wonder how big the tenders are because the chicken for the sliders weren't as big as I thought they'd be nor do they offer full sized "burgers". The price is really UP there for what you get though so expect to come here because you're really craving a spicy chicken sandwich.
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Trina W.

Yelp
This location is fairly new and is located in Union Landing right next to the Century Theaters. It's been pretty busy from what I saw passing through the plaza. There are plenty of seating area and people seemed to leave s soon as they finish. Hubby and I got 2 orders: Dave's # 2: 2 sliders with fries & Dave's #3: 1 slider & 1 tenders with fries. We got both orders as mild in terms of spice level because as much as I love me some spicy food, my stomach can no longer handle it. I thought that the mild still had a pretty good amount of spice, but not enough where my nose was running or I can no longer enjoy my food. The sliders are bigger than what you would think. I think the bread it's in is almost as big as a hamburger patty so order accordingly. I've tried quite a few spicy chicken sandwiches and i'd probably place this in 3rd - same as the Popeye's Spicy Chicken Sandwich. However, the upside is that they have more levels of spice as opposed to what you would get at a fast food place. #2: World Famous HotBoys Chicken in Oakland, CA #1: Howlin' Rays in Los Angeles Chinatown My biggest complaint about this place is that everything is given in a To-Go box in a plastic bag no matter whether you eat in or get it to go. I feel like it creates so much waste for no reason. Not sure if it's related to COVID or not, but I've previously seen photos of their food in trays in other locations.
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Reeven S.

Yelp
This new fried chicken place recently opened in Union City and has been hyped up, so I gave it a try and it did not disappoint at all. The menu was very simple and straightforward, which I really like for a fast-food stop. I ordered the third option (1 slider and 1 tender) with a Medium spiciness level. The price is very decent, especially with the amount of fries and the size of the tenders they give. I'm not a huge spicy flavor guy, but I thought even Medium was quite spicy. My tolerance is pretty low (obviously), but I thought that the spiciness flavor was overpowering the other flavors in the chicken. I was still quite satisfied with my meal. The sauce was delicious, hoped they drenched the sliders more! I don't usually order crinkle fries since they often come in soggy, but these fries are absolutely crispy! I also added the kale slaw to my sandwich which added another layer of taste. I really enjoyed the interior vibe. The cashier was friendly. The wall and ceiling decoration added a cool diner experience.
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Jo Ann D.

Yelp
Took an exam nearby and wanted to grab some lunch afterwards. Dave's popped up on Yelp and decided to try! It's right next to century, lots of parking. They open at 11 and I showed up at 1107 -- it was already pretty busy! I would say there already about 5 people waiting for the their orders. The decor is pretty cool, really colorful and hip. Lots of seating inside and outside. I was able to order quickly and got my food within 10 minutes. I ordered the number 3 mild (drink, fries, 1 tender, 1 slider with cheese). Price was 20 bucks which I thought was a lot but it stretched out to like 2 meals for me. I ordered mild and I'm glad I did, it still has a pretty good kick to it. I usually order medium but this was still spicy enough for me. The chicken is good! Crunchy, flavor and not dry. I like the sauce they serve with it. I like alternating bites with the sauce and the honey packets they offer. The fries were ok--gives off frozen fry vibes but they were crunchy and seasoned so good enough for me. I can definitely see myself coming back here when I have a craving for a chicken sandwich.

Vanessa R.

Yelp
the worker named jay with the cool tattoo was really nice! the food was good and the milkshake was amazing because of jay, must come back!
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Donna L.

Yelp
I came here yesterday and Dave's Hot Chicken surpassed my expectations. I got the slider with fries. The chicken tender inside was the right about of crisp and tenderness. The fries itself were delicious and crispy. The sauce they provided was also enough for me to dip my one slider into it. It also came with a side of pickles. Dave's Hot Chicken has become my new favorite chicken sandwich spot!! I wish they had one closer to SF. The only reason I took off a star is because they use styrofoam containers which isn't environmentally sustainable.