Welcome to Dave's Hot Chicken West Covina
At Dave's Hot Chicken West Covina, culinary passion meets flavorful excellence. Nestled at 222 S Citrus St, this Halal chicken shop has quickly become a local favorite, serving up delicious hand-breaded tenders and sliders that pack a flavorful punch. With a commitment to quality, each dish is prepared with care, highlighted by their signature sauces and vibrant kale slaw. Guests enjoy a clean, spacious atmosphere with attentive service, ensuring a welcoming dining experience. Whether you crave fiery heat or deliciously seasoned comfort, Dave’s delivers on taste, making it the ultimate destination for chicken enthusiasts in West Covina.
- 222 S Citrus St, West Covina, CA 91791 Hotline: (626) 727-7277
If you're in West Covina and craving some mouthwatering chicken, look no further than Dave's Hot Chicken. Nestled at 222 S Citrus St, West Covina, CA 91791, this vibrant chicken shop brings a unique twist to the fast-casual dining scene.
Known for its Halal chicken offerings, Dave's Hot Chicken serves up a range of delectable dishes that satisfy any chicken lover's cravings. From the classic Single Tender, served with sliced bread, pickles, and a side of their signature Dave's sauce, to the piled-high sliders with kale slaw and pickles, there's something for everyone. Popular meals include:
- Dave's #1: 1 Tender for just $5.99
- Dave's #2: 2 Tenders with Fries at $15.49
- Dave's #3: 1 Tender & 1 Slider with Fries for $16.69
The ambience is another highlight. Customers rave about the clean and spacious environment, adorned with stunning wall art that makes every visit a visual treat. The service here is notably quick and friendly, ensuring a pleasant dining experience from start to finish. One customer, Daniel A., praised the establishment for its "amazing, fast service," while others echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the attentive staff who genuinely care about your experience.
For those seeking a fiery challenge, Dave's Hot Chicken offers a “Hot Box Roulette” featuring tenders with varying spice levels, including the notorious Reaper. A waiver is required for those brave enough to tackle it—it's not for the faint-hearted!
Beyond the crispy chicken and the bold flavors, what truly sets Dave's apart is the care put into every meal. The seasonal and flavorful options, from Cauliflower Sliders to cheese fries, cater not just to traditional meat lovers, but also to those seeking a plant-based alternative.
Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or planning a gathering with the Hot Box for a crowd, Dave's Hot Chicken West Covina is a spot that guarantees satisfaction with each bite. Don’t miss out on this local gem—it’s time to indulge in some of the best chicken around!

Best Dave's around! Honestly, very clean atmosphere, wall art is astounding and the staff is quick and courteous! Special shout out to the boss Miss Christina!! Amazing, fast service through & through every time I visit. I can't commend them enough! And you know the food hit the spot!

Wasn't sure what to eat and this place is right by our house. Walked in and it was really clean and a big space. Asked for recommendations and went with the favorites. We had the Dave's slider with fries. Got some cheese fries as well. Everything was delicious. Chicken was seasoned well, juicy and full of flavor. Server was super nice and attentive. Good can out quickly. Took the meal to go and ate at home. Overall great experience. Will come back.

Got the craving for chicken tenders and Dave's hot chicken satisfied it. Be careful choosing the spice level because it can get very spicy. We tried the spiciest one and I couldn't finish my chicken tender. As for the medium, that one was better and manageable with the spice level.

Food is good. Not the best I ever had but good Now I need to right more to make 85 characters for yelp.

Dave's really hit the fried chicken sandwich craving. The chicken was very crispy, tender, and well seasoned. The slider was tasty; kale slaw, pickles, and Dave's sauce really tied the whole sandwich together. There's a lot of seating inside and it's also so clean. Service was great, the lady taking my order was really nice. Food came out pretty fast.

When my youngest son, twenty-yr old Brad, came home toting a bag of Dave's Hot Chicken (DHC) sliders two wks ago, your favorite Yelp correspondent vowed to visit the neighborhood DHC, in West Covina. Sticking to a time honored practice honed by four yrs and nearly 200 reviews, I ordered their "money maker," i.e., the item that vaulted Dave's from overnight food truck sensation into a media darling and bona fide rival to Chik-Fil-A: Their hot chicken sliders, featuring near-burgundied chicken breast lacquered to a glossy shine with its medium heat rating, accompanied with crinkle-cut fries snowed with seasoned salt. The sliders are served on what I am pretty sure are Hawaiian bread burger buns- TERRIFIC choice since the doughy sweetness absorbs a bit of the heat. My choice of medium heat was perfect for meeeeh, but again I'm the acknowledged lightweight in a family that routinely inhales homemade salsas made from garden-grown habaneros. I probably could've handled their hot selection, but since I didn't tow my antacids with me...why tempt fate?! The crinkle cut fries are...spectacular. Quintessentially crunchy, served piping hot and dusted with seasoning salt. The kale slaw, which I ordered on the side, is good but since they only gave me one spoonful...hardly enough to form a strong opinion. DHC does good, steady business, as evidenced by how the dining room was at least half-occupied during the entirety of my one hour visit. So- If they're a "bona fide contender with Chik-Fil-A" for the casual dining chicken crown, then why not accord them five stars? My caveats: Multiple of the dining tables are unstable. So much so, that it was only my former athlete reflexes that kept my 40oz drink from tumbling off the table when it bounced! To my chagrin, two other of the small dining tables had the same issue. Memo to DHC- Consider stabilizing your tables so they're not as bouncy as a bounce house at one of my kid's parties of yore! Not to mention the possible fall risk, for elderly or less-able bodied guests. The restrooms were a letdown. Grafitti sprawled on the walls and sink, with multiple cracks in the floor. The only "A+" component of your restroom? Industrial strength hand dryers that blow harder than Monica Lewinsky! My bill, including tax and a nominal tip, was $12.50. Not bad.