Underdog Hot Chicken – American
This vibrant spot pulses with the irresistible aroma of cayenne-dusted poultry and sizzling fryers, drawing diners into a high-energy space dedicated to the art of the perfect crunch. Whether you are biting into a towering hot chicken sandwich or savoring spice-rubbed wings, the fiery heat is expertly tempered by indulgent sides like velvety mac and cheese and crisp, tangy fried pickles. The experience concludes on a nostalgic high note with decadent fried Oreos, offering a sweet, melt-in-your-mouth finish to a meal defined by bold flavors and soulful comfort.
160, Brighton Avenue, Allston, MA, 02134 https://www.underdoghotchicken.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Underdog Hot Chicken
Dairy-Free at Underdog Hot Chicken
Underdog Hot Chicken in Allston has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kaleslaw, French Fries and Potato Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Underdog Hot Chicken
Underdog Hot Chicken in Allston has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Kaleslaw. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Underdog Hot Chicken
Underdog Hot Chicken in Allston has 5 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kaleslaw, French Fries and Potato Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Underdog Hot Chicken
Underdog Hot Chicken in Allston has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Underdog Hot Chicken
Underdog Hot Chicken in Allston has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Underdog Hot Chicken
Underdog Hot Chicken in Allston has 4 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Potato Salad and Mac & Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Underdog Hot Chicken
Underdog Hot Chicken in Allston has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potato Salad and Mac & Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Underdog Hot Chicken
Underdog Hot Chicken in Allston has 5 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Combo #2 - Chicken Tenders, French Fries and Fried Oreos. 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 Underdog Hot Chicken
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Combo #3 - Wings and Drumsticks | 14.5 g | 30.5 g |
| Combo #1 - Hot Chicken Sandwich | 23.2 g | 20.8 g |
| Combo #2 - Chicken Tenders | 2.4 g | 19.9 g |
| Fried Oreos | 4.8 g | 14 g |
| Fried Pickles | 43 g | 6 g |
| French Fries | 44.6 g | 4.1 g |
| Mac & Cheese | 6.2 g | 2.4 g |
| Potato Salad | 11.2 g | 1.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Combo Menu
- Combo #1 - Hot Chicken Sandwich - $14.99: 2 tenders, kaleslaw, pickles, and homemade comeback sauce served on a buttered and toasted brioche bun. Served with a side. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo #2 - Chicken Tenders - $15.99: 3 tenders marinated, fried, and dunked in our secret blend of spices and served with our homemade comeback sauce. Served with a side. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo #3 - Wings and Drumsticks - $16.99: 3 wings and 3 drumsticks marinated, hand battered, and fried to perfection and served with our homemade comeback sauce. Served with a side. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kaleslaw - $4.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickles - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Salad - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Fried Oreos - $6.99: A sweet treat to balance that awesome spicy chicken Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Underdog Hot Chicken
- Is Underdog Hot Chicken dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Underdog Hot Chicken has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kaleslaw, French Fries and Potato Salad.
- What can I eat at Underdog Hot Chicken on a dairy-free diet?
- Kaleslaw, French Fries and Potato Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Underdog Hot Chicken have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including French Fries.
- Is Underdog 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 Underdog Hot Chicken?
- Combo #3 - Wings and Drumsticks, at roughly 30.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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