DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN – American
Three friends, nine hundred dollars and a fryer under folding tables in an East Hollywood parking lot in 2017: that is the origin story, and Tampa now holds two branches of it. The format stays stripped back. Hand-breaded tenders, sliders, bites and Hot Mozz sticks, each dialled to a chosen spice blend, with cauliflower Not Chicken tenders for anyone skipping the meat. Sides are short and deliberate, kale slaw, mac and cheese, cheese fries, top-loaded fries, and milkshakes arrive with Oreo or candy toppers. Doors open at eleven daily and stay open well past dinner. Order above your tolerance carefully.
2540 E FOWLER AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33612 +1-626-559-0005 https://daveshotchicken.com/locations/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN
Dairy-Free at DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN
DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN in Tampa has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dave's Bites and Dave's Not Chicken. 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 Tampa has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dave's Bites and Dave's Not Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN
DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN in Tampa has 3 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dave's Hot Mozz, Slushers with Pop Rocks and Top-Loaded Shakes. 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 Tampa has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Dave's Not Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN
DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN in Tampa has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Slushers with Pop Rocks. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN
DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN in Tampa has 3 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dave's Hot Mozz, Slushers with Pop Rocks and Top-Loaded Shakes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN
DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN in Tampa has 1 low-sodium-tagged dish on its current menu, including The Triple Threat. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN
DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN in Tampa has 2 paleo-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dave's Bites and Dave's Not Chicken. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dave's Hot Mozz | 17.4 g | 38.1 g |
| The Triple Threat | 89.4 g | 21.9 g |
| Dave's Not Chicken | 15.7 g | 0.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Main Courses
- Dave's Not Chicken - $12.99: Plant-based chicken alternative available in various heat levels Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, South-Beach, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mini Sliders (4 Pack) - $14.49: 4 Mini Sliders in your choice of heat level Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Triple Threat - $18.99: A trio of Hot Mozz, Dave’s Bites, and Mini Sliders, served with choice of sauces Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dave's Bites - $9.99: Bite-sized hot chicken pieces Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Dave's Hot Mozz - $6.99: Melty, crispy mozzarella sticks with signature heat Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Slushers with Pop Rocks - $4.99: Fizzy slush drink topped with Pop Rocks candy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Top-Loaded Shakes - $5.99: Milkshake with choice of toppings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
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 Dave's Bites and Dave's Not Chicken.
- What can I eat at DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN on a dairy-free diet?
- Dave's Bites and Dave's Not Chicken 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. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Slushers with Pop Rocks.
- Is DAVE'S HOT CHICKEN gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are 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?
- Dave's Hot Mozz, at roughly 38.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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