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Raleigh’s hot‑chicken scene just got spicier: Dave’s Hot Chicken opened in Midtown East at 2920 Sherman Oak Pl, Unit 140, taking over the former BB’s Chicken near Trader Joe’s. Local outlets reported the grand opening on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025. Expect halal tenders, seven spice levels, and app‑fueled freebies at this high‑visibility spot off Wake Forest Road.
Built on jumbo Nashville‑style tenders and sliders, the Los Angeles‑born Dave’s Hot Chicken keeps a streamlined menu and a heat scale from “No Spice” to waiver‑only Reaper. Hand‑breaded tenders or sliders come with pickles, kale slaw and Dave’s Sauce, plus crinkle fries; delivery also features shakes. The tenders use halal‑certified chicken.
Inside Midtown East, the shop runs daily 11 a.m.–10 p.m. and lists a public line at 919‑647‑7053. Convenience is the pitch: mobile ordering, takeout, outdoor seating, Wi‑Fi, wheelchair access, Apple Pay/Google Pay, and highchairs. It’s steps from anchors like Wegmans and Trader Joe’s…