Pepperfire Hot Chicken

Spice level: 5/5 Taste: 5/5Crunchiness: 2/5I'm visiting Nashville, TN, and was recommended to try this place! It's a small hole in the wall with limited seating but plenty of parking.I've tried Nashville fried chicken the first time in Maryland with similar spice levels but different names. What I love about Nashville fried chicken is that it is typically overall well seasoned. When I had eaten the Nashville fried chicken in Maryland, it was one of my top chicken places ever! The crunchiness with the flavors and spice level.But, when I tried pepperfire hot chicken, the chicken was barely crunchy. The seasons and heat were spot on. I ordered spice level 4, and I'm typically someone who could tolerate my heat. It was definitely spicy, and I would probably go one level down the next time I order it to actually enjoy the taste more. I wish the sandwich as well had more of a crunch to it! There needs to be more texture in the chicken sandwich.

Great Nashville Chicken place. Prince's delivers a more classic rendition of the chicken, but Pepperfire is VERY spicy and better for those who have graduated from the kids'-menu level spice other joints offer.Most people will start with "Trainin' Wheels", which carries a small kick that comes relatively quick. It's manageable by hot chicken fans, but it's spicy for a first-timer.Then people will kick it up a notch with "Learner's Permit", which wields a kick fairly quickly and has a lasting spicy aftertaste, but it's nothing too crazy yet.Some people may skip levels one and two and head straight for "Sparkplug". It's just as menacing as its name: it kicks up fast and doesn't let down easily. You'll have a mouthful of spice for the rest of your meal. It's hard to eat three whole tenders of such rich, spicy white meat!Real thrill seeks and spice freaks will opt for "Hot Rod". A truly potent breed of hot chicken, it bears a quick burst of fiery pain and then maintains a consistent level of scorch in the back of your throat. Eat slowly, it may hurt you!Veterans will surely appreciate the fifth level of chicken, "Overdrive". Whew, it certainly put my mouth on overdrive! It's VERY spicy, so intense, that it may congest you and bring tears to your eyes. It's a fireworks show for the mouth. While you may not be able to see these bursts of light, you'll taste the vibrant flavor erupting every time.But for the most daring customers, those who have no regard for the wellness of their tastebuds, there is one final option laying in wait. "No Refunds" is the final challenge for anybody who dares think they've mastered the menu. It is a gradient both in and out, and in the middle, a wildly strong burning sensation will shock your gizzard. More than one bite of this chicken is an achievement that deserves a trophy. I was only able to finish one tender of this chicken, and I've had three whole tenders of Prince's XXX Hot and Hattie B's Dang Hot. Pepperfire seals the title of spiciest chicken by far.The takeout is efficient and nicely priced. However, the space only seats 10, so don't plan to dine in. For those craving a ludicrously spicy slam-dunk, Pepperfire will not disappoint.

The chicken here is AMAZING!!!! I was slightly skeptical when I walked in, only because this is a "grab and go" spot with only a few chairs and two tables. No reason for that to deter me, it was very clean. Food was slightly pricier $12-15 a plate. But let me tell you..... SO WORTH IT! The bread, the pickles, the slaw, THE CHICKEN! All so delicious. I got the #3 spice which is just enough to taste it. My son got #4 spice which was a little hotter but still very delicious. Oh and the fried okra!!! Next time I'm trying the fried pickles cause the pickles were so fresh.

This place is very convenient considering it's just up the street. Very small on the inside and can only go in to pick up and if you place an order it has to be done through the kiosk. They only accept credit or debit. NO CASH! Order was ready before the original quoted time, which is a plus. Everything seems to be very fresh. Only complaint I have is the apples. I ordered apples hoping for some decent baked apples. I'm aware these were out of the fan and most people who serve apples get them from a can. But maybe switching the brand of them would be good. They didn't have much flavor and tasted very artificial. The tenders were great along with the fried okra.

Really good! I think the sabi sauce should just automatically be on the sandwich--a little dry otherwise but over great and I loved the care put into the packaging for takeout

With their last move I lost touch with Pepperfire, but my buddy and I found them today. I had forgotten just how good they are. Hands-down the best in the Nashville area, and we have tried them all. Tenders were outstanding. Crispy exterior, very moist interior, and the heat level was exactly as ordered. Excellent potato salad and baked beans. Owner Isaac is a first class guy, and the young woman helping him was efficient and friendly. At the moment it's more of a takeout place. They have 2 small round tables at the entrance, but the owner plans to add seating down the road. Today we ate at one of the tables, but I think more often I'll be ordering it to go. Can't wait to go back!

This is a TO-GO ONLY spot now! It isn't as good as I remember, and I'll give reasons why.First of all, they no longer do the version that comes with a waffle. This is a missed option that I felt was simple and still delicious back when this restaurant was open in East Nashville on Gallatin.Second, the spice levels are quite misleading. Don't go with anything below a level 4 if you want to taste any heat at all. While their seasoning looks like a ton if you get a level 3, it's as mild as a plain tender. I will give them credit for having super juicy and soft chicken tenders. It was not dry at all.Their fries are good, and their cinnamon apples are as good as I remember. I also like their fried okra also this is very reminiscent of a frozen variety you can buy at a grocery store.Overall while the quality of the food is good, the fact that the spice levels are inconsistent and it isn't readily know that this location is now to-go only bring their rating to a 4 star.

A decent takeout Nashville hot chicken place, it takes cards only and you do everything yourself on the screen which leaves you to wonder about the tip button. The supposed hot didn't taste much different than our medium though we could have gotten the same by mistake. Decently flavored. The fried grilled cheese was actually the best part by far. I'm from out of town and my fave, Reds, closed early so we chose here. No regrets. 3.75 star.

Amazing chicken in the Nashville area 100% recommend for anyone around Nashville. Mary messed up my order but it was quickly fixed.

I live between Pepperfire and Hattie B's and Pepperfire wins hands down. However it's take out only.