22 Best Chicken Restaurants in Columbia

“Dave’s Hot Chicken located in the heart of Columbia is a food chain restaurant that offers cooked to order chicken. I was so excited to try Dave’s Hot Chicken, due to all of the fantastic reviews. When arriving be prepared to park in close quarters, the parking lot is pretty small and the spots are narrow. I went around noon and there were still spots available, but it was limited. If it is a nice day you can sit outside but they also offer tables and booths inside. I loved the decor inside. It was lively. When walking in we were greeted with friendly staff who were eager to assist us. I was so pleased because I was unsure how the ordering process worked, but it was extremely easy. I ordered the mini chicken sliders that came with a side of fries. If you sign up for the rewards app, like I did. You will get a free drink and if you complete the survey at the end of your order you will get an additional free drink, which is awesome. Our service was extremely good, even though we were in the midst of a lunch rush. All of Dave’s chicken is fresh and cooked to order. One will receive a pager and it will buzz when your order is ready. I like this because it makes your experience more personal. Our meal was delicious, the chicken was so moist and the breading flavor was fantastic. One special feature Dave’s Hot Chicken offers is you get to decide what spice level you would like your chicken. I decided to do no spice, due to my daughter not having a spice tolerance, but have heard amazing reviews of Dave’s chicken with the spices on it. In addition our meal came with coleslaw and fries that were perfectly cooked and seasoned. Although Dave's is a fast food restaurant the establishment was extremely clean with no visible dirt on the floor. I was highly pleased with our experience and will definitely come back to Dave’s Hot Chicken. Dave’s restaurant is not like the average fast food chain, you can tell that they take genuine pride in every order they serve.“

“If you’re looking for FAST, friendly, hot made to order food, this is the place. All the locals come here so it fills up quick ensuring your food is hot and fresh. They work on a number system similar to other restaurants, so pay attention.

We got 2 lunch specials 10.50 each. 3 piece chicken of YOUR choice fries, slaw, and a dinner roll. Hot sauce is provided at the tables! Plenty of tables for dining in, plenty of parking but it fills up quick! We WILL be back!

10/10“

“All around great food. Good place to eat wings and watch the game“

“It’s always a great visit at Chick Fil A but this one was top tier!

When I came in two corporate Chick Fil A men were heading out , and one opened the door for me . When I walked up , the cashier immediately said “Are you picking up or Placing an Order” , immediately ready to service me! She let me know she would take my order as soon as I was ready.

Dave placed my order. He was knowledgeable about the Tortilla Soup I asked about.

Food was DELICIOUS! I got the 12 ct nugget and decided to give to soup a try for the first time. Wonderful choice. Absolutely delicious! Just perfect. Love the hint of spice ! Just enough!

Lastly, Marie came around and made sure my meal was tasty and took my tray when I was done eating.

I was in the mall and almost went to the CFA there but opted out . Glad I did. I love this location.

Definitely enjoyed my lunch on my day off .

Wonderful team, Chick Fil A !“

“Yes, yes, yes this place has some good food there in Columbia SC. there wait staff is great, Big shout out to there cook Mrs.Kizzy Davis !! Will eat there agaín on our next visit“

“My friend and I stopped for lunch at Hot Headz on a Saturday afternoon, and what a treat it was. I decided on the mild Nashville style tenders, with a strawberry lemonade to drink. The man working couldn’t have been kinder (I wish I got his name!) He gave us a 10-15 minute timeframe for our food to be ready as everything is made to order… And boy, is it worth that little wait. To start, the strawberry lemonade tasted incredibly fresh and was the perfect remedy to a hot August day. I’d absolutely recommend anyone try it if you’re a fan of tart lemonades. The waffle fries were cooked to perfection; crispy yet not fried too hard. The chicken was absolutely fantastic, and was certainly the star of the show as it should have been. The comeback sauce that is served with the meal is the perfect pairing for the chicken and fries. I can’t wait to come back, and will absolutely recommend Hot Headz to anyone looking for delicious food from an honest local business.“

“I have waited 46 years to try chicken and waffles.. the sweet potato waffles with chicken made me realize I have been missing out and at the same time I will always try to chase that first time high but never be as good! Shayla was charming and polite! Couldnt have asked for a better dining experience!“

“The food is dependable and always good. I don't like the way Chick-fil-A has taken to making all of the drive-thrus a nightmare. traffic is everywhere, running in different directions, and it is quite confusing. God forbid somebody hit one of the cones and render it out of place“

“Outstanding Service Thanks to Astrid!
Our visit to Chick-fil-A was absolutely amazing, and Astrid truly made the experience exceptional. From the moment we were greeted, she was warm, professional, and genuinely attentive. She took the time to make sure our order was correct, answered questions with a smile, and made us feel welcomed and valued as guests.
The food was fresh, hot, and prepared perfectly exactly what you expect from Chick-fil-A but Astrid’s customer service took it to another level. She checked in on us, made sure we had everything we needed, and did it all with a positive attitude that made the visit memorable.
It’s rare to come across service that feels so sincere and caring. Astrid is a true asset to the team, and because of her, this was more than just a quick meal it was a great experience. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Went inside to place a to go order. I had the Steak and Fries, along with 10 Sweet and Spicy wings. I ordered my Steak all the way, and it was delicious! I was really surprised of how flavorful the wings were, they were great! I also like the fact they put some of the wing sauce with the wings, that made it great for dipping. The service was quick, and the atmosphere was nice.“

“I placed a mobile order and mistakenly entered in this location. Andrew called me and said my order was ready. I was at a neighboring CFA. They obviously didn’t have my mobile order so I called Andrew back to let home know I was headed his way. He was so pleasant and walked out to me car as he saw me approaching…..and it was a rainy rainy day! They even gave me hot fresh fries! Customer service at CFA is a gold standard. I appreciate Andrew!!“

“It’s late they are closing, cleaning, probably tired as well but the night time manager KP still ptt fr voided good service. Food is still fresh and hot!! She helped me with my order and was very nice very good customer service. It’s always hard finding food around this time of night for me when I get off. Thanks KP❤️ good people do still exist y’all!“

“Better chicken than Zaxby's or Popeyes. Fries are okay. The jar deserts are a TAD over priced but they're amazing. Only dinging a star on service because they had me pull forward at the window and wait in a parking spot. But it was very busy after church on Sunday. Really enjoyed it.“

“Great food and great customer all for the Kingdom of God. check it out“

“I had a drive thru order. I picked it up and proceeded to go home. When I got there, I had a whole meal missing. I never thought to check the bag because it was Chic fil A!!! I called customer service ans they rectified the situation by offering me a free meal. Way to go for handling the situation promptly.“

“We had the absolute BEST customer service experience at Zaxby’s on Garners Ferry Road. Every single meal was perfect. 34 individual/separate orders. Before each student could get their drink made, their name was being called for their food. The manager was top notch. He was super encouraging to each of our students. He took the time to show them real-life work skills. Absolutely, hands down, one of the BEST restaurant experiences I’ve ever had!“

“As soon as I walked i I was seated. The staff were really friendly. The food was cooked to a perfect temperature. The somlee came out mid course and asked if we'd like the house wine. 5 star meal at an affordable price. Only place i can get a gourmet meal and some virginia slims.will definitely be there again.“

“I was trying to place a huge order through the APP but reached the max. I called and spoke to Jonathan who took my order and solved the problem and pushed my app order through so it could all be picked up together! Thanks to Toni-Marie and Sequoia for helping me with my order and getting it to the car! Shout out to you all! Thank you.“

“The zalad was delicious. I have no complaints and truly enjoyed my food. It was my first visit, and I will visit again. Employees are very nice and professional. Could not add a photo because I ate the food quickly it was so delicious. ??“

“Ordered a 2 piece dark meat with 2 sides. What I got was a very tiny thigh and a midget wing. A wing is white meat, google it! The Cajun Fries were good but the mac and cheese appeared to be the Kraft boxed variety. My husband got the shrimp poboy and you had to look hard for the shrimp. To top it off, the soft drinks taste like chlorine. Awful. We are here once before and it was good. Today was a complete bust. Won't be back, there are too many other places to eat. Update: manager contacted me and offered me a free replacement meal. I accepted and it was really good Thank you for correcting the problem.“