Inside the Menu

At Dave's Hot Chicken, the menu is all about bold flavors centered around chicken, paired with a selection of fun, flavorful drinks and shakes to round out your meal. Most people start by choosing their heat level for the chicken, then explore the sides and beverages to balance out the spiciness. Whether you’re in the mood for something hearty or a quick snack, there’s a good range of options priced between $10 and $20, making it easy to find just the right meal for your appetite. After you’ve picked your main dish, many like to cool things down or add a sweet touch with one of the creamy top-loaded shakes or refreshing slushers. From light and fruity slushers to classic bottled sodas, the drink choices help make every visit something a little different. Overall, the menu flows smoothly from fiery mains to satisfying desserts and drinks, creating a well-rounded experience.

Menu Sections (81)

  1. Dave's Hot Mozz 3 Piece Meal – 3 golden fried, mozzarella planks. Crispy, cheese-pully, delicious! Comes with fries! – $11.89

  2. Dave's Hot Mozz 5 Piece Meal – 5 golden fried, mozzarella planks. Crispy, cheese-pully, delicious! Comes with fries. – $17.89

  3. Dave's Hot Mozz 1 Piece – Single golden fried, mozzarella plank. Crispy, cheese-pully, delicious! – $3.59

  4. Dave's Hot Mozz 3 Piece – 3 golden fried, mozzarella planks. Crispy, cheese-pully, delicious! – $9.59

  5. Dave's Hot Mozz 5 Piece – 5 golden fried, mozzarella planks. Crispy, cheese-pully, delicious! – $15.49

  6. Dave's Hot Mozz Slider – served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles, and drizzled with Dave’s sauce. – $9.59

  7. Dave's Hot Mozz Slider W/ Fries – served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles, and drizzled with Dave’s sauce. – $13.09

  8. Dave's Hot Mozz Hot Box – 20 golden fried, mozzarella planks. Crispy, cheese-pully, delicious! – $53.59

  1. Dave's #1: 2 Tenders W/ Fries – All tenders are served with sliced bread, pickles and a side of Dave's sauce – $15.49

  2. Dave's #2: 2 Sliders W/ Fries – Sliders are served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles and drizzled with Dave's sauce – $17.89

  3. Dave's #3: 1 Tender & 1 Slider W/ Fries – Sliders are served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles and drizzled with Dave's sauce & all tenders are served with sliced bread, pickles and a side of Dave's sauce. – $16.69

  4. Dave's #4: 1 Slider With Fries – Sliders are served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles and drizzled with Dave's sauce – $11.89

  5. Small Top-Loaded Spicy Buffalo Mac – Dave's mac & cheese piled high with fries, ranch, spicy buffalo sauce, and Dave's Bites. – $8.69

  6. Regular Top-Loaded Spicy Buffalo Mac – Dave's mac & cheese piled high with fries, ranch, spicy buffalo sauce, and Dave's Bites. – $13.49

  7. Large Top-Loaded Spicy Buffalo Mac – Dave's mac & cheese piled high with fries, ranch, spicy buffalo sauce, and Dave's Bites. – $19.69

  1. Hot Box - Saucy Bites – 40 pcs. of white meat boneless chicken bites tossed in your choice of sauce. – $41.69

  2. Flight Of Saucy Bites – 18 pc Saucy Bites sampler that's sweet, saucy, and savory. – $17.89

  3. Flight Of Saucy Bites With Fries – 18 pc Saucy Bites sampler that's sweet, saucy, and savory. – $21.49

  4. Saucy Bites – All-white meat boneless chicken bites tossed in your choice of sauce. – $10.69

  5. Saucy Bites W/Fries – All-white meat boneless chicken bites tossed in your choice of delicious sauce and served with a side of fries. – $14.29

  6. Side Of Ranch Dipper – $1.79

  7. Side Of Reaper Ranch Dipper – $1.79

  8. Side Of Mikes Hot Honey Dipper – $1.79

  9. Side Of Spicy BBQ Dipper – $1.79

  10. Side Daves Sauce Dipper – $1.79

  11. Side Of Spicy Buffalo Dipper – $1.79

  12. Large Ranch Dipper – $3.59

  13. Large Dave's Sauce – $3.59

  1. Hot Box - Sliders – 10 Sliders. Choice of Two Heat Levels (5/Heat Level) – $77.39

  2. Hot Box - Tenders – 10 Tenders. Choice of Two Heat Levels (5/Heat Level) – $53.59

  3. Hot Box - Dave's Bites – 40 pcs. of white meat chicken tender bites served with a slice of bread and side of Dave's sauce. – $35.79

  4. Box Of Fries – 18 ounces of our awesomely seasoned and perfectly crispy fries! – $11.99

  1. Cauli Daves #1: 2 Cauli Tenders With Fries – Cauliflower Tenders are served with sliced bread, pickles and a side of Dave's sauce. – $20.29

  2. Cauli Dave's #2: 2 Cauli Sliders W/ Fries – Cauliflower Sliders are served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles and drizzled with Dave's sauce – $22.59

  3. Cauli Dave's #3: 1 Cauli Tender & 1 Cauli Slider W/ Fries – Cauliflower Sliders are served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles and drizzled with Dave's sauce & all Cauli Tenders are served with sliced bread, pickles and a side of Dave's sauce. – $21.49

  4. Cauli Daves #4: 1 Cauli Slider With Fries – Cauliflower Sliders are served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles and drizzled with Dave's sauce – $14.29

  5. Single Cauli Tender – All Cauliflower Tenders are served with sliced bread, pickles, and a side of Dave's sauce – $8.39

  6. Single Cauli Slider – Cauliflower Sliders are served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles and drizzled with Dave's sauce – $10.69

  7. 10 Pc. Cauli Tender Bites – Cauliflower bites served with a slice of bread and side of Dave's sauce – $8.39

  8. 10 Pc. Cauli Tender Bites W/ Fries – Cauliflower bites served with a slice of bread and side of Dave's sauce – $11.89

  1. 10pc. Dave's Bites – White meat chicken tender bites served with a slice of bread, pickles, and side of Dave's sauce. – $8.39

  2. 10 Pc. Dave's Bites W/ Fries – White meat chicken tender bites served with a side of fries, a slice of bread, pickles, and side of Dave's sauce. – $11.89

  3. Small Top Loaded Fries – Fries piled high with cheese sauce, pickles, kale slaw and topped with 3 Dave’s Bites and drizzle of Dave’s sauce. – $8.69

  4. Regular Top Loaded Fries – Fries piled high with cheese sauce, pickles, kale slaw and topped with 6 Dave’s Bites and drizzle of Dave’s sauce. – $13.49

  5. Large Top Loaded Fries – Fries piled high with cheese sauce, pickles, kale slaw and topped with 10 Dave’s Bites and drizzle of Dave’s sauce. – $19.69

  1. Mac & Cheese – $4.79

  2. Fries – $4.69

  3. Cheese Fries – $6.49

  4. Kale Slaw – $4.79

  5. Dave's Sauce Packet – Each combo comes with Dave's sauce, but you can get more! – $0.59

  6. Side Of Cheese Sauce – $0.59

  7. Cup Of Pickles – Take yourself home a 1/2 Pint of Pickles! – $2.39

  8. Large Dave's Sauce – $3.59

  9. Single Tender – All tenders are served with sliced bread, pickles, and a side of Dave's sauce – $5.99

  10. Single Slider – Sliders are served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles and drizzled with Dave's sauce – $8.39

  1. Small Oreo Top Loaded Shake – Choose your shake flavor: Chocolate, Vanilla, or Strawberry. – $7.99

  2. Regular Oreo Top Loaded Shake – Choose your shake flavor: Chocolate, Vanilla, or Strawberry. – $9.19

  3. Large Oreo Top Loaded Shake – Choose your shake flavor: Chocolate, Vanilla, or Strawberry. – $12.79

  4. Small M&M Top Loaded Shake – Choose your shake flavor: Chocolate, Vanilla, or Strawberry. – $7.99

  5. Regular M&M Top Loaded Shake – Choose your shake flavor: Chocolate, Vanilla, or Strawberry. – $9.19

  6. Large M&M Top Loaded Shake – Choose your shake flavor: Chocolate, Vanilla, or Strawberry. – $12.79

  1. Vanilla Shake

  2. Strawberry Shake

  3. Chocolate Shake

  1. Frozen Minute Maid Strawberry Lemonade – $4.79

  2. Frozen Hi-C Orange LavaBurst – $4.79

  3. Frozen Hi-C Flashin' Fruit Punch – $4.79

  4. Frozen Powerade Mountain Berry Blast – $4.79

  5. Rocket Creme Slusher – $7.19

  6. Orange Creme Slusher – $7.19

  7. Strawberries And Creme Slusher – $7.19

  1. Bottled Water – $3.39

  2. 20 Oz. Coke – $3.99

  3. 20 Oz. Diet Coke – $3.99

  4. 20 Oz. Coke Zero – $3.99

  5. 20 Oz. Sprite – $3.99

  6. 20 Oz. Dr Pepper – $3.99

  1. Small Soft Drink

  2. Regular Soft Drink

  1. Napkin – $0.00

  2. Straw – $0.00

How This Menu Feels

Dining at Dave’s Hot Chicken feels effortlessly vibrant yet comfortably casual. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite on your own or sharing plates with friends, the menu invites a laid-back pace—fast enough to satisfy a hungry afternoon, but relaxed enough to linger over good conversation. The balance of bold and mild flavors encourages both adventurous and familiar choices, creating a mood that’s both lively and welcoming. It’s the kind of place where the food fuels more than just your appetite; it sparks connection, warmth, and a genuine sense of enjoyment that fits any occasion or mood.

Menu Questions

Is there a variety of spice levels available on the menu?
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  • 10:30 AM - 02:00 AM
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Where This Food Place Lives

318 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901, United States

+1 302-549-4445