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TO LIVE AND FRY IN L.A. In 2017, four childhood friends came up with a simple concept — take Nashville Hot Chicken and make it better than anyone else in America. With only a couple thousand dollars to their name, they boot-strapped a pop-up concept in a parking lot in East Hollywood serving a simple menu of tenders, sliders, fries, and kale slaw — they created a viral cult following with lines consistently over an hour long.
Hours
| Friday | 10:30 AM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–12 AM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM–12 AM |
| Monday | 10:30 AM–12 AM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM–12 AM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM–12 AM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 3948 Rivermark Plaza, Santa Clara, CA 95054
Phone: (669) 319-4384
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Dave’s Hot Chicken
Street food sensation turned fast-casual hit, Dave’s Hot Chicken brings the heat. Specializing in Nashville-style hot chicken and serving tenders & sliders …
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Street food sensation turned fast-casual hit, Dave’s Hot Chicken brings the heat. Specializing in Nashville-style hot chicken and serving tenders & sliders …
Reviews
Dan Kim
Been a while since I’ve been to a Dave’s Hot Chicken but saw they had sort of lightly breaded nuggets so went today.
I’ll say their tenders are fine but not my style, however the bites were fantastic. Probably one of the best chain chicken I’ve had in a while.
Pricing is pretty decent too for what it is so would go again.
… moreI’ll say their tenders are fine but not my style, however the bites were fantastic. Probably one of the best chain chicken I’ve had in a while.
Pricing is pretty decent too for what it is so would go again.
Wilson Roy
Dave’s Hot Chicken is an amazing spot that delivers bold flavor and perfectly crispy chicken every time. The menu offers just the right level of spice for everyone, from mild to fiery hot. The staff is friendly, fast, and always upbeat. Every bite is juicy, flavorful, and satisfying, making it a must-visit for chicken lovers.
… moreMondo A
The quality of this location has gone down I believe since losing the senior manager to the new Cottle location. The quality control here is lost. I saw the girl who works the cash register behind the kitchen cooking my food last few times. I think she’s a teenager with little experience my order came out wrong and for what I paid for I feel ripped off. This order was a complete disaster the Large Top Load Fries were in the cardboard box that wasnt half full the fries were not crispy as usual the chicken was overcooked and dried out. It was lacking cheese that is essential for this item. When I ordered a regular sized item at Cottle loction I got the same amount this time around even though I ordered and paid for a Large. Horrible experience ruined the Thursday Night Football Game because I was not even able to share with anyone since the portion was minimized. Worse Dave Hot experience to date and I’ve never had a bad experience since I started going. This use to be my go to Spot.
… moreTing
My fav fried chicken place in town. I order one hot box of tenders at least once a week and they always come hot and impeccable. Stuff are generally friendly and helpful.
… moreB Lilu
Their food is fine, well explained on the menu board, the portions is reasonably priced .
They give a ticket to scratch ! surprisingly we got a free frozen drink 🙂
Their problem was with WAITING time is really unnecessary! there is an empty
Seats to rest, but why on Friday night there is not enough staff on the evening shift to ease the service, we waited 25 min for 2 orders:(
I believe ordering online or through a 3rd party ordering app doesn’t take long waiting! I noticed the staff were handling these orders fast while we were watching/waiting patiently ;(
Portions are not impressive! Not equal for same orders at the time !
Lastly!it’s a fast food store! At Swiping the card there are 3 options of tipping ( 15% , 18% , 20) !!!That’s unreasonable! The customer tipping a worker to their job just taking the order ! since there is no table service!
… moreThey give a ticket to scratch ! surprisingly we got a free frozen drink 🙂
Their problem was with WAITING time is really unnecessary! there is an empty
Seats to rest, but why on Friday night there is not enough staff on the evening shift to ease the service, we waited 25 min for 2 orders:(
I believe ordering online or through a 3rd party ordering app doesn’t take long waiting! I noticed the staff were handling these orders fast while we were watching/waiting patiently ;(
Portions are not impressive! Not equal for same orders at the time !
Lastly!it’s a fast food store! At Swiping the card there are 3 options of tipping ( 15% , 18% , 20) !!!That’s unreasonable! The customer tipping a worker to their job just taking the order ! since there is no table service!
Dave Nichols
Just flew in to San Jose from Seattle and needed some eats as the hotel restaurant was under renovation. Ok, quick search turned up the usual fair but then I spotted Dave’s. Hmm I like chicken, I like spicy chicken, let’s go.
Well, until now, spicy chicken was Pop Eyes, Chic-fil-a, or Ezells Famous. (Seattle place)
Whoa, those are no longer spicy, but much to my delight Dave’s Hot Chicken lives up to their name. This is spicy chicken like it’s meant to be!
I ordered the slider, tender meal at level “Hot.” I figured that was a safe bet as there were still 2 levels above that.
Hot did not disappoint! Lip smacking, juicy, spicy and tangy all at the same time. Absolutely deliciously fantastic!
Add in the pickle slices, crinkly cut fries with Dave’s sauce and this was an outright 5 star treat!
My only regret, it will be much too longe before I get to return and enjoy another great meal.
Great tunes playing in the dinner room as well.
Hey Dave, when you coming to Seattle!?!? You got your number 1 customer ready to go.
… moreWell, until now, spicy chicken was Pop Eyes, Chic-fil-a, or Ezells Famous. (Seattle place)
Whoa, those are no longer spicy, but much to my delight Dave’s Hot Chicken lives up to their name. This is spicy chicken like it’s meant to be!
I ordered the slider, tender meal at level “Hot.” I figured that was a safe bet as there were still 2 levels above that.
Hot did not disappoint! Lip smacking, juicy, spicy and tangy all at the same time. Absolutely deliciously fantastic!
Add in the pickle slices, crinkly cut fries with Dave’s sauce and this was an outright 5 star treat!
My only regret, it will be much too longe before I get to return and enjoy another great meal.
Great tunes playing in the dinner room as well.
Hey Dave, when you coming to Seattle!?!? You got your number 1 customer ready to go.
Alexandra
Loved the location, restaurant was clean for the most part, outdoor seating I believe functioning restrooms. Not a wide selection of drinks or sauces nonetheless atmosphere was overall unwelcoming. Service was sub par, would I return – definitely not. Recommended by a close friend of mine and I’m so glad we came together, it made up for the unpleasant experience.
… moreZoheb Mujahid
Dave’s Hot Chicken at Rivermark Plaza is my go-to spot when I’m hungry and need food quickly. I usually get the medium-spiced chicken slider with fries, and sometimes the chicken nuggets with a soda. The chicken is always fresh, juicy, and consistently delicious.
The place is clean with plenty of seating, the bathrooms are well-maintained, and the staff are courteous. A big plus is that they serve halal chicken and stay open late at night, which makes it a reliable choice.
Overall, a solid spot for flavorful chicken and quick service.
Quick Tip: Go for the medium-spiced chicken slider with fries—perfect balance of flavor and heat!
… moreThe place is clean with plenty of seating, the bathrooms are well-maintained, and the staff are courteous. A big plus is that they serve halal chicken and stay open late at night, which makes it a reliable choice.
Overall, a solid spot for flavorful chicken and quick service.
Quick Tip: Go for the medium-spiced chicken slider with fries—perfect balance of flavor and heat!
Rishi
First of all, I absolutely love Dave’s Hot Chicken — it’s hands down my favorite spot for a cheat meal. I usually eat there once a week, sometimes even twice, because the food is just that good. I typically go to the Union City or San Jose locations, and they’ve always delivered great food and top-notch service.
Today, though, I decided to try out a different location and was honestly really disappointed. I placed my usual order, which totaled close to $60. That’s not a small order, and I expect at least decent service for that. But right from the moment I walked in, there was no greeting, no welcome — nothing. The staff felt cold and unapproachable, which already put me off.
The worst part? This is the only location I’ve been to where they’re stingy with the sauce. The guy at the counter told me I could only get two sauce packets per order. I even offered to pay for extra, and he said there’s no option to charge for more sauce. I mean, really? What kind of customer experience is that? The sauce is one of the best parts of the meal, and not being able to get more — even when I’m willing to pay — felt ridiculous.
On top of that, the food itself was disappointing. I’ve eaten enough Dave’s to know exactly how the heat levels are supposed to taste. I ordered the “Extra Hot” heat level — like I always do — but this time, it tasted milder than even the “Medium” level. It was completely off, and it felt like they just didn’t care to get it right.
I left feeling really dissatisfied. Dave’s is known for quality — not just the food but also the service — and this location just didn’t live up to that standard. On the flip side, I have to give a shoutout to the Union City location. The staff there is always friendly, welcoming, and happy to serve. By far the best service and management I’ve experienced at any Dave’s.
The manager and area of operations really need to look into this store and help bring it back up to Dave’s standards.
… moreToday, though, I decided to try out a different location and was honestly really disappointed. I placed my usual order, which totaled close to $60. That’s not a small order, and I expect at least decent service for that. But right from the moment I walked in, there was no greeting, no welcome — nothing. The staff felt cold and unapproachable, which already put me off.
The worst part? This is the only location I’ve been to where they’re stingy with the sauce. The guy at the counter told me I could only get two sauce packets per order. I even offered to pay for extra, and he said there’s no option to charge for more sauce. I mean, really? What kind of customer experience is that? The sauce is one of the best parts of the meal, and not being able to get more — even when I’m willing to pay — felt ridiculous.
On top of that, the food itself was disappointing. I’ve eaten enough Dave’s to know exactly how the heat levels are supposed to taste. I ordered the “Extra Hot” heat level — like I always do — but this time, it tasted milder than even the “Medium” level. It was completely off, and it felt like they just didn’t care to get it right.
I left feeling really dissatisfied. Dave’s is known for quality — not just the food but also the service — and this location just didn’t live up to that standard. On the flip side, I have to give a shoutout to the Union City location. The staff there is always friendly, welcoming, and happy to serve. By far the best service and management I’ve experienced at any Dave’s.
The manager and area of operations really need to look into this store and help bring it back up to Dave’s standards.
Tarique Shakil
A clean American style fast food joint. Good ambience taking you back to old school american fast food culture. The items on the menu are simple , just friend chicken breast southern style. The chicken pieces are without bone. They come by themselves or as a slider sandwich. They have their magic sauce. The restaurant does what I love to provide a small menu with fresh ingredients and stuck to the basic recipe. Plenty of seating. The restaurant is clean. The location is fantastic inside the river mark plaza. You have ice cream , coffee shop , asian tea and dessert places right next door and you can get a quick grocery at Safeway. They serve the food fast fresh and hot. You will have to wait max five minutes even during peak hours. They just opened last friday. Congratulations to the team. As a fast food joint I give this place 5/5.
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