Music City Hot Chicken – American

The air hums with energy and the intoxicating aroma of toasted cayenne at this vibrant tribute to Nashville soul, where every plate celebrates the art of the perfect crunch. From shatteringly crisp quarters glistening with spice to golden-fried catfish and smoky tempeh, the kitchen balances fiery heat with soulful comfort to create a high-octane dining experience that lingers long after the last bite.

1820 North College Avenue, CO 80524-1304 https://mchcco.com/location/music-city-hot-chicken-bar/

Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)

Cuisine: American

Price range: $

Dietary options: high-protein, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, keto, low-carb, sugar-free, pescatarian, plant-based, diabetic, whole30, paleo, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, south-beach, volumetrics, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free

Currently closed

Hours

Monday - Sunday: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

What diners are saying

Celebrated for its exceptionally tasty menu and fast, polite service, guests frequently highlight how the helpful staff goes above and beyond to guide newcomers through the ordering process. Families especially praise the variety of kid-friendly options, noting that the welcoming atmosphere makes it a perfect spot for diners of all ages. The experience is defined by an efficient yet warm energy that ensures every visitor feels well-cared for from the moment they arrive.

Breast Quarter - $12: Breast and wing, served with 1 side, 1 sauce, bread, and sliced pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Leg Quarter - $11: Leg and thigh, served with 1 side, 1 sauce, bread, and sliced pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Half Chicken - $18: Served with 1 side, 1 sauce, bread, and sliced pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Chicken Tenders (3 Piece) - $13: Served with white bread and sliced pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Gluten Friendly Chicken Tenders - $14: Breaded in gluten-free flour and coconut milk Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Crispy Fried Tempeh - $12: 3 piece crispy fried tempeh, locally sourced Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
Whole Wings (3 Piece) - $13: Served with 1 side, 1 sauce, bread, and sliced pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free

The Chicken Sandwich - $11: Crispy thigh on a toasted brioche bun, coleslaw, and house sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
The Music City Club - $13: Fried or grilled chicken thigh, bacon, swiss, lettuce, tomato, spicy remoulade on toasted bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Catfish Sandwich - $13: 2 fillets of cornmeal fried catfish, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and Caine's sauce on a brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
8-Buck Lunch - $8: Simple sandwich with chicken or tempeh, house sauce, and pickles. Served with chips Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free

Fried Chicken + Waffles - $15: Crispy chicken tenders, full buttermilk waffle, honey butter and fireball syrup Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Hot Mess - $14: Waffle sandwich filled with a crispy tender, chorizo or bacon, fried egg, honey butter and fireball maple Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Painkiller Sando - $12: Crispy tender, house chorizo or sausage, American cheese, and raspberry-pepper jam on a toasted bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Built for Speed - $10: 2 eggs, potatoes/hashbrowns, toast, raspberry-pepper jam, and butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free

The Wedgie Garden Veggie Salad - $11: Mixed greens with bacon, blue cheese, tomato, snap peas, red onion Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber
Seasonal Soup (Cup) - $5: Served with choice of side Dietary tags: Volumetrics
Seasonal Soup (Bowl) - $8: Served with choice of side Dietary tags: Volumetrics

Mac & Cheese - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Bacon-braised Collard Greens - $4 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
Sweet Potato Fries - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
Pimento Cheese Sauce - $3: 4 oz

House Margarita - $8: Fresh sweet & sour, El Jimador Blanco, Triple Sec
Shawn O’s Mai Tai - $5: Pineapple, orange, cherry, three types of rum
Labatt Blue Draft - $1.5
Fountain Soda - $2.5