Big Shake's Hot Chicken & Fish Menu & Heat Levels

5 heat levels from Mild to Reaper. Located in Franklin, Nashville.

$10-1811 AM - 9 PMFranklin, TN

Heat Levels at Big Shake's Hot Chicken & Fish

Classic fried chicken — all the crunch and flavor, zero burn.

A noticeable, building burn. The sweet spot for most visitors — enough heat to be authentic without being overwhelming.

Serious, sweat-inducing heat. Locals' territory. Have dairy nearby.

Intense, sustained burn that lingers. Not for the faint of heart.

Extreme heat. This is a legendary challenge — finish it and earn serious Nashville credentials.

Chef Davis's maximum heat creation, sign the waiver and go

send Nashville hot chicken to someone you love (or want to test)

Chef Davis's recommended pairing for first-time visitors

the chef-driven quality that makes the drive south worth it

Chef-driven hot chicken worth the drive to Franklin. They ship nationwide if you want to take some home!