The Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices for 2026 starts at $4.79 for one tender or one slider, with 2 tenders or 2 sliders and fries at $10.99 and 3 with fries at $11.99. The new 4 Mini Sliders cost $7.49, Dave's Bites $6.99, sides $2.99 to $4.79 and Hot Boxes for groups $30 to $85. Below is the full Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices and calories.
Dave Kopushyan, Arman Oganesyan and brothers Tommy and Gary Rubenyan started Dave's Hot Chicken as a small stand in East Hollywood, Los Angeles, in May 2017. Based in Pasadena, California, it now has more than 390 restaurants in the United States, Canada, the Middle East, the UK and Ireland, and Roark Capital bought it in 2025 for about $1 billion. All chicken is halal. Prices vary by location, so these are typical 2026 Dave's Hot Chicken prices. See the official menu on daveshotchicken.com.
Also see the Dave's Hot Chicken guide, Dave's Hot Chicken nutrition facts, the Dave's Hot Chicken allergen menu, compare Popeyes menu prices, or browse our fast food menu prices and restaurant menu prices directory.
Overview
Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices 2026 overview
Every category · popular items · price · calories
This overview shows Dave's Hot Chicken menu prices for every category, from a $0.25 extra sauce to an $85 Hot Box.
Dave's Hot Chicken menu prices by category
| Category | Popular items | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tenders & sliders | 1, 2 or 3, with or without fries | $4.79 to $11.99 | 550 to 2,480 |
| Mini Sliders, Bites & cauliflower | 4 Mini Sliders, Dave's Bites | $6.99 to $10.99 | 300 to 1,340 |
| Hot Boxes | 5 to 20 tenders, 50 bites | $30 to $85 | For 2 to 10 people |
| Sides | Fries, Cheese Fries, Mac, Kale Slaw | $0.25 to $15.99 | 50 to 660 |
| Shakes & drinks | Shakes, Slushers, lemonade | $1.99 to $6.99 | 0 and up |
Each section below lists the Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices and calories. Every tender and slider comes in seven heat levels, from No Spice to Reaper, and Reaper needs a signed waiver.
Compare
How Dave's Hot Chicken prices compare with other chains
Dave's Hot Chicken vs 9 other fast food chains
The cheapest main on the Dave's Hot Chicken menu costs $2.99, and 5 of the 9 fast food chains below start lower. Tap any chain to see its full menu with prices.
Dave's Hot Chicken vs other fast food chains
| Chain | Cheapest main | Price range | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Taco | Value Bean and Cheese Burrito $1.00 | $1.00 to $24.99 | October 2026 |
| White Castle | Original Slider $1.19 | $1.19 to $119.99 | October 2026 |
| BJ's Wholesale Club | Hot Dog Combo $1.50 | $1.50 to $24.99 | October 2026 |
| Sonic | Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger $1.99 | $1.79 to $13.29 | October 2026 |
| Buc-ee's | Cheese Kolache $1.99 | $1.14 to $18.38 | October 2026 |
| Carl's Jr. | Hamburger $2.99 | $1.24 to $37.49 | October 2026 |
| Dave's Hot Chicken | Kale Slaw $2.99 | $0.25 to $85 | October 2026 |
| Baskin-Robbins | Kids Scoop $3.29 | $0.25 to $119.99 | October 2026 |
| Torchy's Tacos | Chorizo, Egg & Cheese Taco $5.35 | $1.70 to $61.85 | October 2026 |
| Potbelly | Grilled Cheese $6.99 | $1.29 to $16.19 | October 2026 |
Dave's Hot Chicken prices come from this page. Other chains use typical U.S. menu prices from public price trackers; local prices vary.
Tenders
Dave's Hot Chicken tender and slider prices
Single, double, triple, with fries
On the Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices, one tender or slider costs $4.79, two cost $6.79, and 2 or 3 with fries cost $10.99 or $11.99.
Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices: tenders and sliders
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Tender | $4.79 | 550 |
| 2 Tenders | $6.79 | 1,100 |
| 3 Tenders | $8.79 | 1,650 |
| 2 Tenders with fries | $10.99 | 1,540 |
| 3 Tenders with fries | $11.99 | 2,090 |
| 1 Slider | $4.79 | 620 to 680 |
| 2 Sliders | $6.79 | 1,240 to 1,360 |
| 3 Sliders | $8.99 | 1,860 to 2,040 |
| 2 Sliders with fries | $10.99 | 1,540 |
| 3 Sliders with fries | $11.99 | 2,300 to 2,480 |
Pick any of the seven heat levels for each tender or slider.
New
Dave's Hot Chicken Mini Sliders and Bites prices
New for 2026
Dave's Hot Chicken prices for the new Mini Sliders are $7.49 for 4 or $10.49 with fries, Dave's Bites cost $6.99 and cauliflower options cost $6.99.
Dave's Hot Chicken menu prices: Mini Sliders, Bites and cauliflower
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Mini Sliders (new April 2026) | $7.49 | 800 to 900 |
| 4 Mini Sliders with fries | $10.49 | 1,240 to 1,340 |
| Dave's Bites | $6.99 | 400 to 500 |
| Dave's Bites with fries | $9.99 | 840 to 940 |
| Cauliflower tender, slider or bites | $6.99 | 300 to 450 |
| Cauliflower bites with fries | $10.99 | 740 to 790 |
Groups
Dave's Hot Chicken Hot Box prices
Group meals for 2 to 10
On the Dave's Hot Chicken menu, Hot Boxes for groups cost $30 for 5 tenders, $45 for 10 tenders, $65 for 20 tenders or sliders and $85 for 50 bites.
Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices: Hot Boxes
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Box, 5 tenders (2 to 3 people) | $30 | varies |
| Hot Box, 10 tenders (4 to 5 people) | $45 | varies |
| Hot Box, 10 sliders (4 to 5 people) | $40 | varies |
| Hot Box, 20 tenders or 20 sliders (8 to 10 people) | $65 | varies |
| Hot Box, 50 bites (8 to 10 people) | $85 | varies |
Sides
Dave's Hot Chicken side prices
Fries, Cheese Fries, Mac, Kale Slaw
Dave's Hot Chicken sides cost $2.99 for Kale Slaw, $3.59 for regular fries or Mac and Cheese and $4.79 for Cheese Fries, with loaded fries from $6.99.
Dave's Hot Chicken menu prices: sides
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Fries, regular / large | $3.59 / $4.79 | 440 / 660 |
| Cheese Fries | $4.79 | 460 |
| Mac and Cheese | $3.59 | 290 |
| Kale Slaw | $2.99 | 120 |
| Loaded fries, small / regular / large | $6.99 / $9.99 / $15.99 | varies |
| Extra Dave's Sauce | $0.25 | 50 |
Drinks
Dave's Hot Chicken shake and drink prices
Shakes, Slushers, lemonade
On the Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices, shakes cost $5.99 to $6.99, the new Slushers $3.99 to $4.99 and soft drinks, lemonade or sweet tea $2.99.
Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices: shakes and drinks
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Shake, small / regular | $5.99 / $6.99 | varies |
| Top loaded shake | $5.69 | varies |
| Slusher (new), small / large | $3.99 / $4.99 | varies |
| Soft drink (20 oz), lemonade or sweet tea | $2.99 | varies |
| Bottled water | $1.99 | 0 |
PDF & hours
Dave's Hot Chicken menu PDF, hours and rewards
PDF, app, delivery
You can download our free Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices PDF below; hours vary by restaurant.
Order at the counter, ahead online or in the app and join Dave's Rewards, or through delivery apps, which charge more.
FAQ
Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices FAQs
Q1What is on the Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices for 2026?
The Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices for 2026 includes tenders and sliders from $4.79, combos with fries at $10.99 to $11.99, 4 Mini Sliders at $7.49, Bites at $6.99, sides from $2.99, shakes from $5.99 and Hot Boxes from $30.
Q2How much is one tender at Dave's Hot Chicken?
$4.79, with about 550 calories.
Q3How much is a slider at Dave's Hot Chicken?
$4.79 for one, $6.79 for two and $8.99 for three.
Q4How much is 2 tenders with fries?
$10.99.
Q5What are Dave's Hot Chicken Mini Sliders?
Four small sliders for $7.49, added in April 2026.
Q6How many spice levels does Dave's Hot Chicken have?
Seven, from No Spice up to Reaper.
Q7Do you need a waiver for Reaper?
Yes. Reaper, the hottest level, needs a signed waiver.
Q8How much is a Dave's Hot Chicken Hot Box?
$30 to $85, depending on size.
Q9Is Dave's Hot Chicken halal?
Yes. All locations serve halal chicken.
Q10Are Dave's Hot Chicken prices the same everywhere?
No. Prices vary by location, and delivery apps charge more.
Q11Where was Dave's Hot Chicken founded?
In East Hollywood, Los Angeles, in 2017.
Q12Is there a Dave's Hot Chicken menu PDF?
Yes. Download our free Dave's Hot Chicken menu with prices PDF from this page.








