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Dave's Hot Chicken Chicken Restaurant

Dave's Hot Chicken was created by best friends Dave Kopushyan, Arman Oganesyan, and Tommy and Gary Rubenyan. Dave, a chef trained in Thomas Keller's (French Laundry) organization set out to create the perfect Hot Chicken by searching, tasting, and frying. The four friends scrounged up $900 to put a tiny stand in an East Hollywood parking lot. The menu was simple, and chicken was the star. And what chicken it is! Sourced and prepared to be the juiciest and most tender imaginable with each piece topped with Dave's own mix of spices ranging from "Mild" to "The Reaper". Arman created Instagram buzz and the lines began to grow. Two nights later, Eater/LA showed up to see what the fuss was about. The next morning's headline read "East Hollywood's Late Night Chicken Stand Might Blow Your Mind". Almost instantly, the lines stretched around the block. A year later, the boys had the money to open a shop in a hip strip-mall with de_cor by local street artists, where the crowds continued to grow with wait-times of an hour and more. From there, the incredibly craveable "Hot and Spicy" varieties have created a cult following with rave reviews across the U.S. and Canada.

Website: daveshotchicken.com

Phone: (239) 237-1155

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  • Wed 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

7925 Dani Dr, Ste 150 Fort Myers, FL 33966 ·800.52 mi

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Angela R. 10/06/26

I've known about Dave's Hot Chicken for years in other cities and never gave it a try until recently. I was always thrown off by their prices and what I thought the portions were like, but now...

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Emily W. 07/21/26

Quality chicken, fantastic thick-cut pickles with extra on the side, fries seasoned perfectly, and a wonderful signature sauce. Mozzarella sticks are AMAZING, but I wouldn't consider them a...

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Sandra W. 07/02/26

If you're looking for a great chicken spot to try in Fort Myers, put Dave's Hot Chicken on your list! The first thing we noticed when we walked in was how vibrant and fun the restaurant is. The...

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Martin N. 04/26/26

A new franchise of Dave's Hot Chicken opened in early March 2026 in Fort Myers. Dave's Hot Chicken is famous for its Nashville Hot Chicken and it started its beginnings in Los Angles in...

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Barrett B. 04/18/26

I'm glad I ate the food first and then read the reviews because so many people got so much wrong. I loved it here and my wife did too. Here's what's delicious. First off, the slider meals are...

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