At a Glance
The ladder tops out at Poultrygeist. The Szechuan versions come in Medium, Hot, and Poultrygeist only, per the brand's published menu. Check before you go.
- Rating shown is from Yelp: 4.2 stars from 11 reviews as of Nov 2026. This location opened July 31, 2026, so review counts are still small.
- Yelp named the brand the number one place to eat in Canada in 2024 for its Toronto restaurants. The Nashville location is the first in the United States, per the brand's official site.
Verified Oct 2026. Hours and menus change; check before you go.
Chen Chen's Nashville Hot Chicken
"A solid addition to Nashville's hot chicken scene."
The Real Story
Chef-driven hot chicken at 130 19th Ave N in Midtown, pairing Nashville heat with Szechuan flavor. Chef Chen Chen was born in China and raised in Nashville, built the brand in Toronto, and brought it home in 2026. The chicken is halal and made from scratch.
Heat Levels Available
What To Order
Szechuan x Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich: the signature order
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich on brioche with slaw and pickles
Nashville Hot Elote corn ribs
Mac N Cheese with hot chicken bites
Dirty South waffle fries
SPICE LEVEL
5 published heat levels
VIBE
Restaurant, Asian Fusion, Halal
HOURS
Tue to Sun 11 AM to 9 PM. Closed Mon.
ADDRESS
130 19th Ave N
"The Szechuan x Nashville sandwich is the signature: Szechuan peppercorn heat layered on a Nashville hot chicken sandwich, served on a toasted brioche bun with slaw, pickles, and aioli. Seating is limited, and takeout is popular."
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