Dave's Hot Chicken Menu Price Guide 2026 Edition
Popular menu items with current price ranges, all seven spice levels, money-saving tips and ordering advice.
Independent guide — not affiliated with Dave's Hot Chicken. Prices checked September 2026; prices vary by location.
Introduction If you are trying Dave's Hot Chicken for the first time — or just want to stop overpaying — this short guide is for you. It covers the most popular menu items with current price ranges, all seven spice levels, simple money-saving tips and practical ordering advice. For the full, regularly updated menu, see the Dave's Hot Chicken Menu Price Guide — an independent, fan-made resource with no connection to the official Dave's Hot Chicken brand. Prices below were checked in September 2026 and are shown as typical starting prices. They vary by location and can change, so check your local restaurant before ordering.
The Numbered Combos The menu is built around four numbered combos. Every combo includes crinkle-cut fries, kale slaw, sliced bread, pickles and Dave's Sauce — what changes is how much chicken you get, and in what form. Combo
What's included
Price (from)
Dave's #1
2 Tenders w/ Fries
$14.89
Dave's #2
2 Sliders w/ Fries
$17.49
Dave's #3
1 Tender & 1 Slider w/ Fries
$16.09
Dave's #4
1 Slider w/ Fries
$11.89
Dave's Big Trio
Hot Mozz planks + Dave's Bites + Mini Sliders
$17.99
Dave's #4 is the cheapest full combo — a sensible first order if you want a complete meal without the biggest bill.
A La Carte Chicken Item
Price (from)
Single Tender
$4.99
Single Slider
$6.99
10 pc Dave's Bites
$7.99
Dave's Bites w/ Fries
$10.49
Saucy Bites w/ Fries
$14.29
Dave's Mini Sliders
$7.49
Mini Sliders w/ Fries
$10.49
Hot Mozz (3 Piece)
$7.99
Single Cauli Tender (plant-based)
$7.99
Single Cauli Slider (plant-based)
$8.99
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Sides, Dips & Drinks Category
Item
Price (from)
Sides
Fries
$3.99
Sides
Cheese Fries
$5.49
Sides
Mac & Cheese
$4.29
Sides
Kale Slaw
$3.99
Sides
Small Top Loaded Fries
$6.99
Dips
Dave's Sauce packet
Dips
Side Dippers (e.g. Reaper Ranch, Hot Honey)
$1.79
Dips
Large Dave's Sauce
$2.99
Drinks
Regular Fountain Drink
$3.09
Drinks
Bottled Water
Shakes
Classic Shake (Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry)
$4.99
Shakes
Top Loaded Shake
$7.19
Shakes
Frozen Drink / Slusher
$3.69
$0.25–$0.59
$2.99–$3.59
Feeding a Group: Hot Boxes For parties and offices, the Hot Boxes scale better than individual combos: Hot Box
Price (from)
Hot Box – Dave's Bites
$35.79
Hot Box – Tenders
$50.00
Hot Box – Sliders
$70.00
The 7 Spice Levels Every chicken item can be ordered at any of seven heat levels, at no extra cost. The heat is applied as a seasoned rub and spiced oil after frying, so the level changes the flavour on the surface of the chicken. • No Spice — plain fried chicken with salt and pepper; nothing hot at all. • Lite Mild — gentle warmth and seasoning; the safe first order for cautious eaters. • Mild — smoky and slightly sweet, closer to a barbecue rub than a chilli hit. • Medium — a real kick that most people can finish comfortably; a good starting point for first-timers. • Hot — serious burn; keep a drink handy. About as far as most regulars go. • Extra Hot — sustained heat that builds through the meal. • Reaper — made with Carolina Reaper pepper; some locations ask you to sign a waiver before
ordering.
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Choosing a level costs nothing extra, so start lower than you think — you can always go hotter next time.
Money-Saving Tips • Order direct for pickup. Delivery apps typically add 20–25% to menu prices before fees. A combo
that costs $14.99 direct can be $18 or more through a delivery app. • Compare the combo to the pieces. Dave's #4 ($11.89) is the cheapest full combo, but a single
slider ($6.99) plus a side of fries ($3.99) comes to about $10.98 if you don't need the slaw and bread. • Share bites, not combos. A 10-piece Dave's Bites ($7.99) split between two people with a side of
fries is one of the cheapest ways to eat together. • Skip the shake if you're on a budget. A classic shake ($4.99+) costs more than most sides; water
keeps the bill down — and cools the burn for free. • Feed groups with Hot Boxes. At $50+ for tenders and $70+ for sliders, a Hot Box usually beats
buying individual combos for four or more people.
Ordering Tips • First visit? Start at Medium. It's the level most first-timers find interesting without being punishing,
and you can adjust up or down next time. • Mix heat levels in a combo. Order one item hotter and one milder so you can balance the burn
across the meal. • Combos already include the extras. Fries, kale slaw, sliced bread, pickles and Dave's Sauce
come with every numbered combo — don't pay for them twice as sides. • Reaper needs a waiver at some locations. If you want the hottest level, be prepared for the
paperwork. • Check prices before you go. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Closing That's the quick tour: combos from about $11.89, sliders and tenders a la carte, sides from $3.99, and seven spice levels at no extra charge. For the complete, regularly updated menu with the latest prices, visit the Dave's Hot Chicken Menu Price Guide. Happy ordering — and remember the medium rule on your first visit. Prepared October 2026. This is an independent fan guide and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Dave's Hot Chicken. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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