Dave's Hot Chicken – American
Vibrant street-art murals and glowing neon set a high-energy stage for a fiery culinary adventure where the air is thick with the tantalizing scent of cayenne and toasted brioche. Succulent, hand-breaded tenders and sliders are dusted in a spectrum of signature spices, paired perfectly with crinkle-cut fries smothered in molten cheese and cooling scoops of creamy kale slaw. This bold experience culminates in a satisfying balance of heat and comfort, often rounded out by a thick, velvety shake that offers a sweet, frosty reprieve from the Nashville-inspired flames.
1206, Western Avenue, Albany, NY, 12203 +15187764065 https://www.daveshotchicken.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Dave's Hot Chicken
Dairy-Free at Dave's Hot Chicken
Dave's Hot Chicken in Albany has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kale Slaw and Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Dave's Hot Chicken
Dave's Hot Chicken in Albany has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Kale Slaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Dave's Hot Chicken
Dave's Hot Chicken in Albany has 5 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheese Fries, Kale Slaw and Mac & Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Dave's Hot Chicken
Dave's Hot Chicken in Albany has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bottled Soft Drink. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Dave's Hot Chicken
Dave's Hot Chicken in Albany has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bottled Soft Drink. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Dave's Hot Chicken
Dave's Hot Chicken in Albany has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Kale Slaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Dave's Hot Chicken
Dave's Hot Chicken in Albany has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kale Slaw, Bottled Soft Drink and Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Dave's Hot Chicken
Dave's Hot Chicken in Albany has 5 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheese Fries, Kale Slaw and Mac & Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Dave's Hot Chicken
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cheese Fries | 7.5 g | 5.8 g |
| Shake | 139.6 g | 5.2 g |
| Fountain Drink | 12 g | 3.2 g |
| Kale Slaw | 5.8 g | 2.7 g |
| Mac & Cheese | 6.2 g | 2.4 g |
| Fries | 16.5 g | 1.8 g |
| Bottled Soft Drink | 0 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Main Courses
- Slider - $6: Dave's signature hot chicken slider Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tender - $6: Dave's signature hot chicken tender Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dave's Combo Meal - $12: Full combo meal featuring sliders or tenders Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Fries - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale Slaw - $3 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Fountain Drink - $3: Any size
- Bottled Soft Drink - $3 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol
- Shake - $6: Any size
Frequently Asked Questions about Dave's Hot Chicken
- Is Dave's Hot Chicken dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Dave's Hot Chicken has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kale Slaw and Fries.
- What can I eat at Dave's Hot Chicken on a dairy-free diet?
- Kale Slaw and Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Dave's Hot Chicken have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Kale Slaw and Bottled Soft Drink.
- Is Dave's Hot Chicken gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Dave's Hot Chicken?
- Cheese Fries, at roughly 5.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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