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Chattanooga, Tenn. — Late-night heat just got local. Dave’s Hot Chicken has debuted its first Chattanooga restaurant at 2266 Gunbarrel Rd., Unit 14, opening the weekend of Oct. 5. Lines formed fast as crowds tested seven heat levels, from No Spice to the infamous Reaper. The debut underscores the brand’s expanding Southeast push and puts Gunbarrel’s busy retail corridor on notice.
Here, the kitchen keeps the menu tight and distinctive: oversized, halal‑certified chicken tenders; slider‑style sandwiches stacked with pickles, kale slaw and Dave’s Sauce; and crinkle‑cut fries. Heat is the calling card—seven levels culminating in Reaper, which requires a signed waiver. Sides include kale slaw and mac & cheese, plus cauliflower sliders and bites (“Dave’s NOT Chicken”) for a plant‑forward option…