Dave’s Hot Chicken Locations: City & State Guide
Last updated: October 2026
Dave’s Hot Chicken locations are available across different regions, and exact hours can vary by location. This guide covers general regional patterns, popular U.S. city hours, and how to use the official store locator to find your nearest restaurant.
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How to Find the Closest Dave’s Hot Chicken Near You
The quickest check is Google Maps. Type “Dave’s Hot Chicken near me” and you’ll see the nearest stores, how far away each one is, the drive time, and whether it’s open right now.
Keep in mind that the closest store on the map isn’t always the fastest to reach. One a couple of miles further down the highway can beat one across town in traffic.
Official Store Locator
Use the official store locator at daveshotchicken.com/locations to check ZIP-based or device-location results, along with distances, parking information, and hours. Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Grubhub can also show nearby delivery stores, and the official Dave’s app can help you check live wait times.
Can’t Find a Dave’s Hot Chicken Near You?
Not every town has one yet. If the locator shows nothing close, try a ZIP code from the next city over. Stores are often a short drive away.
Delivery apps help too. DoorDash and Uber Eats sometimes list a store the locator misses. Type in your address and see who shows up.
If neither works, the chain probably isn’t in your area yet. It’s worth checking again every few months.
Dave’s Hot Chicken Locations by State
Here’s where you’ll find Dave’s in the three biggest states, checked on Google Maps in September 2026. The table below covers more states.
California
This is where Dave’s grew up. Los Angeles has stores all over, including Western Ave, Wilshire Blvd and out in the Valley on Reseda Blvd. In San Diego, look around Pacific Beach and Mira Mesa. Up north there are more around San Jose and the South Bay.
Texas
Houston and Dallas both have several. In Houston, try Westheimer Rd, or Wallisville Rd on the east side. Dallas has spots on Ross Ave and Preston Rd. San Antonio has a couple on the south and north sides. Right in Austin it’s thin, but there are stores just north in Cedar Park and Georgetown.
New York
Manhattan has the most, including the Upper East Side, Hell’s Kitchen and Harlem. Queens and Brooklyn (Bay Ridge) have some too. Upstate, the Buffalo area has two, one north of the city and one south.
Dave’s Hot Chicken Locations by State (2026)
| State | Stores | Main Cities |
|---|---|---|
| California | ~90 | Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose |
| Texas | 37 | Houston, Fort Worth, Dallas, El Paso |
| Florida | 30 | Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville |
| New York | 20 | New York City, Brooklyn, Rochester |
| Massachusetts | 16 | Boston, Braintree, Dedham |
| Illinois | 16 | Chicago, Naperville, Schaumburg, Springfield |
| Wisconsin | 13 | Madison, Milwaukee, Appleton |
| New Jersey | 13 | Cherry Hill, East Brunswick, Kearny |
| Colorado | 13 | Denver, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins |
| Ohio | 12 | Columbus, Cincinnati, Canton |
| Arizona | 10 | Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tucson |
| Georgia | 9 | Alpharetta, Savannah, Buford |
| Nevada | 8 | Las Vegas (5 stores), Henderson, Sparks |
Store counts are from Dave’s official store pages in September 2026. New locations open often, so check the locator for the latest.
Not in one of these states? Dave’s is in many others as well. Put your ZIP into the locator to see the closest one.
Dave’s Hot Chicken City Guides
Some stores have their own page on this site, with hours, what to order there and what a combo works out to after local sales tax. Texas also has a full state page covering all 37 stores.
| State | City Guides |
|---|---|
| Georgia | Buford, GA |
| Massachusetts | Worcester, MA |
| Nevada | Sparks, NV |
| New York | Poughkeepsie, NY, Vestal, NY |
| Ohio | Canton, OH |
| Oregon | Salem, OR |
| Texas | El Paso, TX, Lubbock, TX, Waco, TX (all Texas stores) |
| Washington | Spokane, WA |
Dave’s Hot Chicken Hours in Popular U.S. Cities
Most Dave’s stores across major USA cities open around 10:00–11:00 AM and close between 11:00 PM–12:00 AM daily, but exact timing may vary slightly by location.
| City | Opening Time | Closing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | 10:30 AM | 12:00 AM |
| Dallas, TX | 11:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
| Chicago, IL | 10:30 AM | 11:00 PM |
| Atlanta, GA | 10:30 AM | 12:00 AM |
| Miami, FL | 11:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
| New York, NY | 10:30 AM | 12:00 AM |
| Phoenix, AZ | 10:30 AM | 11:00 PM |
| Las Vegas, NV | 10:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| Houston, TX | 10:30 AM | 12:00 AM |
| San Diego, CA | 10:30 AM | 11:30 PM |
These hours are not guaranteed for every branch — always confirm with the official store locator before visiting.
Dave’s Hot Chicken Store Hours by Day and Region
Typical U.S. Hours by Day
| Day | Opening Time | Closing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Thursday | 10:30 AM | 11:00 PM / 12:00 AM |
| Friday – Saturday | 10:30 AM | 1:00 AM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM | 11:00 PM / 1:00 AM |
Typical Hours by Region
| Region | Typical Opening | Weekday Close | Weekend Close |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA | 10:00–11:00 AM | 10:00 PM–12:00 AM | 12:00 AM–4:00 AM |
| United Kingdom | 11:00 AM | 11:00 PM–12:00 AM | 11:00 PM–1:00 AM |
| UAE | 10:00–11:00 AM | 10:00 PM–12:00 AM | 12:00 AM–1:00 AM |
| Qatar | 11:00 AM | 12:00 AM | 1:00 AM (Fri split hours) |
| Saudi Arabia | 5:00 PM | 5:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
These are typical regional patterns, not guaranteed hours for every branch.
Dave’s Hot Chicken 2026 Holiday Hours
Dave’s Hot Chicken closes early on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day, while Christmas Day is fully closed. Most other holidays generally follow normal hours, although some holiday hours vary by location.
| Holiday | Operating Status | Typical Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Christmas Eve | Open — Shortened Hours | 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Christmas Day | Closed | — |
| New Year’s Eve | Open | 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| New Year’s Day | Open — Shortened Hours | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thanksgiving Day | Open — Standard, varies by location | 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Easter | Open — Standard, varies by location | 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Memorial Day | Open — Standard, varies by location | 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Labor Day | Open — Standard, varies by location | 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
How to Check Your Local Dave’s Hot Chicken?
Because exact hours can vary by branch, it’s always worth checking the official store locator before visiting: daveshotchicken.com/locations. It’s the best resource for ZIP or device-location results, distances, parking information, and hours.
Check Location
Use the official store locator to find the Dave’s Hot Chicken closest to you.
Check Hours
View the specific operating hours for your selected location.
Check Nearby Options
Use location-based results or delivery platforms to find nearby stores.
How to Order Dave’s Hot Chicken
Dave’s Hot Chicken can be ordered a few different ways: through the official app or website, by walking in and ordering at the counter, via curbside pickup, drive-thru where available, third-party delivery apps like DoorDash and Uber Eats, or by dining in. See the full ordering guide →
Why Dave’s Hot Chicken Hours Can Vary?
Exact restaurant hours may vary slightly by location — major U.S. city hours listed above can shift branch to branch, so it’s always worth confirming with the official store locator before you visit.
Tips for Visiting Dave’s Hot Chicken
Choose Combo #3
For a first order, try Combo #3 at Medium spice. If it feels too mild, increase the heat next time.
Order Extra Dave’s Sauce
Extra Dave’s Sauce is recommended because it complements the chicken so well.
Visit During Off-Peak Hours
Go during the week when it’s less busy — weekends are often crowded.
Dave’s Hot Chicken Locations FAQ
Does Dave’s Hot Chicken have locations outside the US?
Yes. Stores run in the UK, UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia too, and hours differ from the US, as the region table above shows.
Why does the locator say there’s nothing near me?
Usually it means no store is within the search radius. Try a nearby ZIP code, or check the delivery apps.
How do I know if a store is open right now?
Check the store’s own page in the locator or in Google Maps. Hours can shift on holidays.
How many Dave’s Hot Chicken locations are there?
More than 390 as of 2026, across the US, Canada, the UK and the Middle East. California has by far the most, with around 90 stores.
Is there a Dave’s Hot Chicken near me?
Most likely, if you live in or near a big city. After California, the biggest numbers are in Texas, Florida and New York. Check the state table above to see the main areas covered.
Where is the closest Dave’s Hot Chicken to me?
Search “Dave’s Hot Chicken near me” in Google Maps, or enter your ZIP code in the official store locator. Both list the nearest stores by distance and show if each one is open now.
How far is the nearest Dave’s Hot Chicken?
It depends on where you live. In big cities there is often a store within a few miles. In smaller towns the nearest one may be in the next city over. Google Maps shows the exact distance and drive time.
Find Your Nearest Dave’s Hot Chicken
Use the official store locator to check nearby restaurants, distances, parking information, and hours.