Hot Lola's Ballston

Amazing chicken sandwich and amazing service thank you

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Hands down the best hot chicken in Arlington. The spice level is legit and that Sichuan peppercorn twist makes it stand out from any other chicken joint. It’s been my go-to for a quick, spicy fix for years. Truly a neighborhood gem that I’ll miss dearly after the Rosslyn one was closed down.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Disgusting. Undercooked chicken. I was hungry after a 2 hour workout and could still barely eat this. Bun was soaked even though I opened immediately after it was made and I’m very sure the chicken was undercooked.

Hot Lola’s is a true gem. I went there expecting decent fried chicken, but instead, I was blown away by the flavors that filled me mouth as I took the first bite. Hot Lola’s isn’t just any fried chicken spot; it’s truly special. As someone who enjoys eating spicy food, I can guarantee this place has the perfect balance of spice and flavor. The chicken was perfectly crisp, and the sauce that comes with it was very flavorful, giving slight hints of black pepper and other spices. Originally founded by Chef Tian, Hot Lola’s fried chicken takes Nashville fried chicken and adds Sichuan spices to add a layer of complexity found in no other fried chicken. This is by far, my favorite fried chicken spot. In addition, everything is halal. While some halal fried chicken places don’t quite deliver; I can promise you, Hot Lola’s will!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Tasted just as good as I remembered. Best fried chicken I've ever had.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Og Hot Chicken Sandwich, Seasoned Waffle Fries, Chicken Tenders and Fries, Hot Lola's Sandwich

I usually love there sandwiches but today they gave me some pink undercooked chicken 🤢.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Got food poisoning, and only after did I see that others have left reviews saying the same, steer clear

Food: 1

Used to be one of my favorite place to eat. Food’s not like it used to be, specially when they don’t remove the fat from the chicken.

This chicken joint is really good. Their fries and their fry sauce is 100/10 to die for!!!!!! I got the chicken’s spicy level at the 2nd most hot and it was perfect if you love a spicy adventure. I wish I had a place like this back in Seattle. 치킨은 너무 맛있고 진짜 역대급이예요!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

YUMMY YUMMY YUMMY OMW right now Don't miss out on the FABULOUS Food...My mouth is watering..1 hour Drive worth it...Yes Yes Yes YUM YUM YUMMY

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Their fried chicken is really good. Service was fast and timely.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chicken was a bit rough.

I paid $200 into the InKind app for this Hot Lola’s a few years ago when they had some kind of deal. Spent around $80 of it, but haven’t been back in a while. Just came back and they said they can’t honor the $120 amount I had in the InKind app and told me to call InKind to get my money back. That’s so great - took no responsibility whatsoever and no honoring a prepaid card. Thanks a lot. I feel scammed.

🍗 Blown away by the quality of this place. I can’t wait to come back. Portions were nice and big, and the food was tasty and seasoned really well. The chicken is fresh and tasty.

This spicy chicken sandwich here is super tender and juicy. I ordered the spicy level 2, and it was just a tingle of spiciness, everyone should be able to handle it. Waffle fries is very crispy and freshly made. Parking can be a bit difficult here, you might have to drive around to find street parking.