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: 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, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Music City Hot Chicken
Dairy-Free at Music City Hot Chicken
Music City Hot Chicken in Fort Collins has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Potato Fries, Crispy Fried Tempeh and Leg Quarter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Music City Hot Chicken
Music City Hot Chicken in Fort Collins has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasonal Soup (Bowl), Seasonal Soup (Cup) and Bacon-braised Collard Greens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Music City Hot Chicken
Music City Hot Chicken in Fort Collins has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Potato Fries, Catfish Sandwich and Crispy Fried Tempeh. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Music City Hot Chicken
Music City Hot Chicken in Fort Collins has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Seasonal Soup (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Music City Hot Chicken
Music City Hot Chicken in Fort Collins has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Seasonal Soup (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Music City Hot Chicken
Music City Hot Chicken in Fort Collins has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasonal Soup (Bowl) and Bacon-braised Collard Greens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Music City Hot Chicken
Music City Hot Chicken in Fort Collins has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Potato Fries, Crispy Fried Tempeh and Leg Quarter. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Music City Hot Chicken
Music City Hot Chicken in Fort Collins has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Potato Fries, Crispy Fried Tempeh 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 Music City Hot Chicken
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Mess | 95.7 g | 51.3 g |
| Painkiller Sando | 6.1 g | 40.5 g |
| The Music City Club | 46 g | 35.2 g |
| Catfish Sandwich | 27.6 g | 30.1 g |
| Breast Quarter | 78.8 g | 29.7 g |
| 8-Buck Lunch | 29.9 g | 24.3 g |
| Crispy Fried Tempeh | 88.8 g | 21.8 g |
| Built for Speed | 101 g | 17.6 g |
| Leg Quarter | 0 g | 17.2 g |
| Shawn O’s Mai Tai | 62.5 g | 14.4 g |
| Whole Wings (3 Piece) | 70 g | 13.3 g |
| The Wedgie Garden Veggie Salad | 65.5 g | 13.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
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.
Menu
Hot Chicken Plates
- Breast Quarter - $12: Breast and wing, served with 1 side, 1 sauce, bread, and sliced pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Leg Quarter - $11: Leg and thigh, served with 1 side, 1 sauce, bread, and sliced pickles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Half Chicken - $18: Served with 1 side, 1 sauce, bread, and sliced pickles Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders (3 Piece) - $13: Served with white bread and sliced pickles Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gluten Friendly Chicken Tenders - $14: Breaded in gluten-free flour and coconut milk Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Fried Tempeh - $12: 3 piece crispy fried tempeh, locally sourced Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Wings (3 Piece) - $13: Served with 1 side, 1 sauce, bread, and sliced pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- The Chicken Sandwich - $11: Crispy thigh on a toasted brioche bun, coleslaw, and house sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Music City Club - $13: Fried or grilled chicken thigh, bacon, swiss, lettuce, tomato, spicy remoulade on toasted bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catfish Sandwich - $13: 2 fillets of cornmeal fried catfish, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and Caine's sauce on a brioche bun Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- 8-Buck Lunch - $8: Simple sandwich with chicken or tempeh, house sauce, and pickles. Served with chips Available at: lunch
Brunch
- Fried Chicken + Waffles - $15: Crispy chicken tenders, full buttermilk waffle, honey butter and fireball syrup Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Hot Mess - $14: Waffle sandwich filled with a crispy tender, chorizo or bacon, fried egg, honey butter and fireball maple Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Painkiller Sando - $12: Crispy tender, house chorizo or sausage, American cheese, and raspberry-pepper jam on a toasted bun Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Built for Speed - $10: 2 eggs, potatoes/hashbrowns, toast, raspberry-pepper jam, and butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Soup & Salad
- The Wedgie Garden Veggie Salad - $11: Mixed greens with bacon, blue cheese, tomato, snap peas, red onion Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Soup (Cup) - $5: Served with choice of side Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Soup (Bowl) - $8: Served with choice of side Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Mac & Cheese - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon-braised Collard Greens - $4 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pimento Cheese Sauce - $3: 4 oz Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Beverages
- House Margarita - $8: Fresh sweet & sour, El Jimador Blanco, Triple Sec
- Shawn O’s Mai Tai - $5: Pineapple, orange, cherry, three types of rum Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Lectin-Free
- Labatt Blue Draft - $1.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Fountain Soda - $2.5
Frequently Asked Questions about Music City Hot Chicken
- Is Music City Hot Chicken dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Music City Hot Chicken has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sweet Potato Fries, Crispy Fried Tempeh and Leg Quarter.
- What can I eat at Music City Hot Chicken on a dairy-free diet?
- Sweet Potato Fries, Crispy Fried Tempeh and Leg Quarter carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Music City Hot Chicken have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sweet Potato Fries and Crispy Fried Tempeh.
- Is Music City Hot Chicken gluten-free?
- 3 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 Music City Hot Chicken?
- Hot Mess, at roughly 51.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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