Reviews of King of the Coop. (Restaurant) in Tampa (Florida).
King of the Coop
5910 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33604, United States
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Open hours of King of the Coop
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11 am–10 pm
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11 am–10 pm
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11 am–10 pm
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11 am–10 pm
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11 am–10 pm
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11 am–10 pm
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11 am–10 pm
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Reviews of King of the Coop
stephanie tuckler
Recently had a company gathering here (Saturday 12-18-22). We had catering, drinks, games, and a private room. It was amazing. I loved the atmosphere. The aesthetic is great and loved watching sports during down time from the gathering. The service was exceptional. I love that the owner made sure to speak to us and make us feel welcome. We had chicken sliders, wings, pizza, and salad. Everything was tasty and the drinks were delicious. It was my first time here since I recently moved to the area. I will definitely keep this as a top option to hang with friends and future company outings. King of the Coop made our event a success. Thank you!
Bill Waller
This location is quite underwhelming. I guess you would consider it more of a take out place than a dine in but there are tables out in the back. The chicken is unique enough and tasty enough to overcome the lack. I believe there is a second location on Howard maybe it has a better presence. Good spicy chicken!
nishant narula
We heard about king of the coop from one of the instagram pages and from there we came to know about the history of king of the coop. So for Friday night dinner we decided to have dinner at King of the coop. For the order after having discussions with our server Gabriella and after browsing through the menu we decided to order Nashville Tenders and Nashville Hot Sandwich. We got the order in 10-15 minutes. The only drawback is that it is a small shop with no seating so better be prepared to takeout the food. The food was hot and freshly prepared. The food was delicious and loved the sandwich as well as chicken tenders. Loved the food and loved the service. Definitely try out this place.
Rudy Rodriguez-Chomat
This place was recommended to me by someone as the best chicken tenders he has ever had. Well I had to check it out when in town this weekend. I went twice in three days it was that good. First by myself and then with my Wife. She loved it too! The tenders are amazing. They are Cajun style with a dry rub on them. Delish. The sauces are amazing. The fries Mac and cheese and tenders combination is exceptional. The one thing that wasn’t great was the time waiting and service the second time i went. It was a long wait for service and food, but the food was amazing. The decor is pretty cool too! Highly recommended.
Eric Martinez
Ordered the Nashville Hot chicken sandwich and the chicken tenders. Both were very good, the seasoning was well done and spicy. Added the King Sauce which gave it more tang. The Mac n Cheese was beer cheese mix which was tasty. Overall great food!
This location in St Pete just opened and Is only offering takeout/delivery only. I ordered from their website without issue. The customer service was great.
Lala E
One of a kind Nashville hot chicken made in Tampa 😋😋 Made to order so make sure you sit in your car and taste some while it's fresh.. but be careful because it might not make it home. Order ahead to get in front of the wait
Josh Mann
Best Nashville hot chicken in Tampa! The level 5 is just hot enough to where I get a little sweat and still enjoy that awesome taste. Great sized portions, amazing food all around!! Grateful they finally came to St Pete!!
Ed B
This place was recommended to me by someone who knows i like spicy foods. I ordered the Nashville Hot tenders and they were dead on. The fries were also delicious. This is now my go to place for chicken.
Gill Cruise
10/10 chicken tenders, the cole slaw is around $3.00 extra, when made right it is worth it! The employees and service is great and fast. Although the last time unfortunately we found a piece of metal in our mac and cheese. Thank goodness we saw before consuming it. Other than this there’s nothing really else to complain about. They also forgot my bread. Would and have recommended to friends and family !!
Brady Schappert
Perfectly done y'all. Perfect breading, spice, sauce, and dont even get me started on the "roll"-like bread. Coops juice is koolaid and lemonade. Classic. Fries were excellent as well. This is exactly what I wanted from a Nashville Hot sandwich!!
Shahedul Islam
I guess the best Nashville style spicy fried a place around tampa. They moved to this new location just a block away which is quite specious . Barely any parking though. Absolutely loved the Nashville hot! The Hen is a for someone whose not into spicy. Both of them rocks. The fries are outstanding .
Brittany Janice
The ambiance is amazing! Such a good vibe! Great food, good music, polite staff. Especially Carlos. He made our first time experience here memorable. I love how the outside bar allows dogs and speaking of bar the drinks are made to perfection. We definitely came to the right place to kick off the weekend. We will definitely return!
Soleli Rivas
got the tender basket, midway. the spice level was perfect- not extremely spicy, but also not for those who can’t handle it. tenders were very good, a bit sweet and powdery which was new to me, but not bad. fries were delicious. 7.5/10
Maria
I am trying to find some good Nashville hot chicken around town, and I expected the chicken from here to be much hotter, in my opinion. It was decent - maybe it tastes better when physically ordering from here, at least that's how it usually goes pretty much anywhere I've delivered/ordered from. The coleslaw was basic but good. The fries were probably the most delicious in the meal overall. The pickles weren't that fresh. The sauce that comes with the meal is good.
Alma Pineda
Chicken was tasty, I got the spiciest flavor, but I didn’t really find it spicy. I wouldn’t say it’s beyond amazing but it was pretty good 👍🏼 …
Sweetness Rima
Overall, I loved the atmosphere of the place. I wasn't wowed with the food but I would definitely go back for drinks and try other things on the menu. Customer service was good.
Ashlyn Sargent
The best Nashville hot sandwich I’ve had HANDS DOWN!! Living up north, their Nashville hot was weak and sad. Thank the lord for bringing me back down south with an abundance of amazing food!! Will be back!!
TallCakes Malone
Can I first just say the banana pudding pudding was the best, most flavorful pudding I've had in a VERY long time? I legit was NOT expecting that. DELICIOUS. Although, overly sweet.
Appreciated that the large is just $5.99 -- too. Not a lot of cookie, some crumbles on top and a slight dusting as bottom layer. (See pics.) That's fine; I don't like vanilla wafers, honestly. However, maybe only 5 slices of banana on top. Would've liked more of that.
Even still, happy with this creamy sweet pudding and would absolutely get it again! Even if I can only eat a few bites at a time.
FYI, the dry person who took phone order said I had to pay "before they will prepare this food." Um. Alright?
I've heard stories about restaurants losing $ with so much food going to waste due to food delivery service issues. And it's not like I wasn't about to leave to pick it up. So I paid beforehand, no big deal. Though as I think about it, not sure why I wasn't more hesitant since I'd never been to this restaurant before, and had no idea about them or their food.
She also said they'd text when it was ready, then gave me no estimate on ... how long that would be. So I just drove there right away and sat in the vacant lot next door, waiting for their text.
Though the order taking woman was lackluster, once I arrived, all the employees I encountered gave a genuine-seeming smile and/or greeted me, so that was nice. The person who gave me my food was cool and nice.
The worst part was the mac and cheese. It seemed like velveeta shells and cheese with a slight amount more cheese, and a slight hint of spice. I was sad about this. Some pics looked like it might taste like that; others looked like there was a layer of melted cheese on top, like it was homemade and baked. I hoped for the best (the good, gooey one). Sadly, I did not get that.
I won't be getting this again.
I have mixed feelings. I may come back one day and actually try the chicken. In the pics, it looked great. (That salad looks amazing!)
But oh...! The banana pudding pudding...!! *faints*
Danielle Miranda
Hands down. The best Hot Chicken in all of Tampa Bay. They have everything from loaded fries and loaded mac, to crispy tenders and flaky catfish. King Of The Coop is THE spot to go to in town for chicken. PERIOD!
Marcos L valdez
The New location is some much bigger and really nice with all the artwork on the walls. And of course the delicious food that everyone knows.
Gabriel G
Tasty sandwich nice fries. It’s more of a chicken tender sandwich as it is two tenders on a bun. Kind of unusual sandwich architecture and experience in that regard.
Cory Hansen
This place was amazing! We all got the Mac King sandwich. I got Nashville hot and others were the Midway level. King sauce was elite. Got fries and collard greens. Very good greens lots if pulled pork in there. Will be back soon.
Peter Eskander
Wow, just wow! the food was pretty awesome, drinks were great as well. Customer service was a bit short staffed but the ones who were there treated my group and I pretty well. The Nashville hot sauce was pretty great so whatever option you make sure it’s tossed in it. The space is very wide and has a bunch of things to do inside and out and it seems like it would be a fun hangout spot. Definitely would go again for the fresh bread and the crispy chicken!
Destineé Spruell
The batter is a little intense for the fried chicken however the sauce is amazing. The chicken strips however could use a little more love. The sides of hush puppies and fries though were really good. The waitress for her to be fairly new gave excellent service.
Pauline Sherris
The seasoned fries were divine! We were advised to not get their spiciest option after we stated it was our first visit. I would say if you know you like spicy, just go with the spiciest option. We got intimated when the cashier insisted we didn't and found that our sandwich was almost on the sweet side for our taste buds. We look forward to returning though and getting their spiciest option.
Sandra Cooper
Definitely one of those "hole in the wall" places, literally and figuratively (there actually was a hole in the wall in the painting picture) lol. It is shared space with Wicked BBQ, but you walk in and order and get your food to go. Parking is tight, but the food is AMAZING so I can see why they get so busy. We got the King Mac in Nashville Hot (pretty spicy on the back end-has mac n cheese, slaw, chicken and some MAGICAL coop sauce all over it) with seasoned fries. I got the Dirty Bird, in the medium level spicy (had a good flavor) with the sauce all over it and some pimento spread they use with jalapeno hush puppies (very filling). Definitely gives any other chicken sandwich place a run for their money. It was sooooo good!
Tracey Pate (Tracey P)
Delicious chicken tenders. Nashville hot was the perfect heat level for me. Had to take a few breaks to cool my mouth! Yum!
Muddle Duck Mama
First time ordering and it came delivered. It was hot, prepared well and looks like it would be a TEN. Sadly I was disappointed. The mac n cheese is spicy which I love but needed salt and some flavor. I ordered the Nashville hot sandwich-the first bite I couldn't even chew. It was hard and dried out from overcooking. The slaw on top was delicious. The fries were seasoned and slightly sweet and Smokey, different and I appreciated that. The pickles still had the stem, which I couldn't chew..little things like that can sometimes alter the perfection of a dish. A few slight changes and this could have been an exceptional meal!
Mari Clements
Doesnt beat hattie b’s but I’m not going to cross state lines for hot chicken so it will suffice. Ordered the tenders. They were very crunchy. And They came with fries. Ordered the Nashville hot flavor. It was hot but not anything deadly. Fries also had a very good flavor too. It is a hole in the wall though. They need a fresh coat of paint or something. Parking is atrocious. There were 5 spaces and the building king of the coop is in is the same as a bbq restaurant. But service was efficient.
Kristine Evans
This site is rather lackluster. Although there are tables in the rear, I would say it is more of a takeout establishment than a restaurant. The chicken is distinctive and good enough to compensate for the absence. I suppose a second place exists on Howard; perhaps it has a stronger presence. Excellent hot chicken!
Steven Fruge
One of my favorite chicken restaurants is Gus's Fried Chicken in Memphis TN. This place "King of the Coop" has exceeded my expectations.
Hot, Juicy and fantastic Crunch. Strips, sandwiches and much more. Enjoy it on the back patio. Top quality food and large portions. Great staff as well.
Cody K
Not hot. I love Nashville hot chicken. This place makes good chicken and good sides consistently. The problem is that the chicken's not hot. I've had the coop's fury chicken several times and it's more sweet than hot. It's good fried chicken but I want heat.
Mohammad Al Azem
This place is sick! I was always in pursuit of finding the best chicken sandwich and this here, by far, the best I ever had. I had many chicken sandwiches in NYC and LA, they definitely were great, but this here at the Coop is just right, nothing wrong about it at all, couldn't find anything to criticize! As much as I loved the sandwich, I must say that I am so happy I don't live really close! Otherwise I would have eaten there probably every couple of days 🤣 the stuff were all cool and welcoming as well. Their southern homemade sweet tea is top shelf kind of stuff. Thank you The Coop, keep grinding and keep the quality up it is right now.
Lishia Mack
It was my first time here. Just driving by me and a friend so we stop. Order the Taco tenders and hamburger & fries was good. The service girl with long black hair gave good service. 12/30/2022 lunch time.
Teana Allen
Will DEFINITELY return!🥰 The chicken tenders were SO DELICIOUS & FLAVORFUL! I was told to visit here awhile ago and decided to finally do it and they now have a regular customer and will bring many more!🥰 Jose was super nice & offered food choice recommendations! Great customer service!🤩🤩. …
Michael Carr
The BEST and most juicy chicken fingers I’ve had in my life. If you’re looking for a sign on where to eat: HERE IT IS! “The Biddy” claims “no heat, all flavor.” Exactly correct - smoky, slightly sweet, pepper. 20-25 min wait on a weekday lunch rush. Worth it!Oh, and the fries. Not sure how these are made and fried but they’re not your normal boring ones. WOW! Hope to make it to Tampa again to come again!!
Christine A
This place has some REALLY tasty chicken! It was my first time there Saturday, we went as a group... everyone loved it! I have two 12 year old boys and the chicken was a little spicy for them they still loved every bite! I'm a Mac and cheese fan, so I had to try that as well...it was good. The hush puppies had a different taste, a little jalapeno I think. They were quite yummy! I recommend this place. Must Try!!!
I had the Nashville hot sandwich, my son had the dirty bird sandwich.
Michelle Corbin
Oh my!!! You can’t go to Tampa and not visit this place!! Order online for pick up or order and wait at their place. Wait time is not long!
I had the chicken strips and waffles and I crave it since I’ve been back. I don’t know what they put in their seasoning but it is bloody good! The spice from the chicken and the sweet from the maple syrup is heaven. It’s an explosion of flavours in your mouth that one can only dream of. The chicken was so tender and juicy, the waffles were so soft, everything was delicious!! Love the little place they have. Parking available. A must place to eat from!
Oscar Arias
We hauled from Brandon so we made sure to call ahead to get our order in, we didn't have to wait much after we arrived. The chicken is definitely top quality, juicy and tender, the breeding is generous but not overpowering, and the fries are excellent! We had an order of midway and an order of the Nashville hot. The midway were delicious while the Nashville hot had just the right amount of kick! I'll just have to try the next level up to get that extra punch! The meal was great, the only thing, very minor, and why it's not five stars, is well, we ordered extra sauce, the label had extra sauce, we paid for it, but it was nowhere to be found, I looked at the order real quick, but I would have had to dig through the chicken to verify, not something too comfortable to do on a togo order in the car, my only complaint of the experience.
Joel P
The food here is great! I love the spicy chicken tender meal with fries. The chicken tenders are always juicy with a nice crunchy crust. The fries are some of the best I’ve ever had. My only complaints are that they only give you a small cup of sauce (regardless of how many tenders you order) and charge extra for any additional sauces. Their water bottles are also small and overpriced. Overall it’s a great place to visit.
Elizabeth Cavey
Found this spot one evening, just looking for something different in the area, and was not disappointed! It is a little spot right next to a BBQ place. There are some picnic tables in the back where you can enjoy your food under the shade of the trees and some cute stringed lights! The King Mac sandwich was delicious and messy, piled high with mac and slaw! The seasoned fries were also a plus! I will definitely be returning!
Thomas Dominicak
Great food real busy parking is not the best since it does not go all the way around and once you get back there it's really hard to do a turnaround. If your vehicle is big you're going to have to back all the way out once you realize you can't go around. It would be nice to have a sign out there warning customers about this inconvenience but other than that this place is top notch
Patrick H
In the mood for something a little spicy and stopped by for some Nashville Hot chicken. I had the chicken tender sandwich topped with coleslaw and pickles. Hot, spicy, and delicious! Came with a side of crispy coated fries. Place is clean and practicing safe distance. You wait in your car and they text when your order is ready.
Christopher Gardner
Very cool place with some great chicken. Service was pretty slow but they may have been short on help because it seemed like there was only 2 people waiting on all the tables which is ridiculous. Other than speed to order and receive food it was a great dining experience.
Michelle Fernandez
This place is the plug!!!!! The crispness is on point the Nashville heat is everything the king sauce wow the chicken is fresh and pipping hot and Venus need I say more she always greets you with a smile she’s pleasant she’s attentive and deserves all this praise. Excited to see how this local spot succeeds!!!
Erik Schwarz
I’ve been to this place twice in 4 months. I drove up from Fort Lauderdale to get this sandwich again while stopping at Busch Gardens. First time I had the King Mac, phenomenal. This time got the Nashville hot and just as good as the other. Tenders are fantastic as well. Just wish they would sell a T-shirt. Highly recommended.
Nathan Hamilton
The asthetic here is great can go to the bar and watch the games or dine in. The options between westshore pizza and king of the coup selection on top of hand crafted beers makes this a place worth stopping by. I will definitely be coming back to this fine dining establishment.
David Hand
WOW was that good! Great sandwich, great fries, great service. The only thing I would do differently next time is call my order in before I drive over, just to cut down on the wait. Good fried chicken doesn't come out immediately, but calling ahead can cut that down by ten minutes, easily.
Patricia Nolette
First it should be said, you might go into the BBQ side but it is same building just south of the BBQ place. There is no paper menus and the place has a lot of foot traffic. The sandwiches are HUGE and delicious. I got the biddy seasoning but my husband got the king mac (pictured). Both were delicious. The guy taking the order was very nice and helpful. We will definitely be back. Great price for the food we got. We sat out back on a picnic table and it nice.
Joe Parker
WOW JUST WOW!! I’ve had A LOT Of chicken from a lot of different places and this place is off the chain amazing!!!! I will bring everyone I know here! The Nashville hot chicken sandwich is the perfect blend of hot and flavor. The coleslaw is next level good! And the hush puppies were perfect! Way to go King of the Coop! You really have something here!
Alex
Update: Apparently the food quality and service have gone WAY downhill since they moved, according to reviews on here and on Reddit. That's too bad. Consider yourself warned.
old review: Incredible chicken sandwich (I had the Nashville hot King Mac). Also maybe the best fries I've ever had too. You have to try this place.
Docking one star because of the awful interior, I understand it was designed for take-out but it's still pretty run down and dingy in there, and could really use a touch of love. Looking forward to seeing the new Florida Ave relocation and updating it's future 5 star review.
Edit: docking another star because they don't answer the phone
Sergio
First impression is the atmosphere and friendliness of the staff! It was a great experience. The fried chicken had an amazing flavor and cooked to perfection. Minor breading which allows for the chicken to truly capture the true flavor profile. The pickles really caught me by surprise and it just pairs perfectly with the chicken.The hush puppies were just seasoned that lives in perfect harmony with their pimento cheese. The fries are so tasty and not overcooked, perfect crunc The coleslaw and mac n cheese were the low points of my visit. I am not a big fan of either, but impossible to win them all. Overall, it was a great experience and will definitely be back! I mean, you got a pescatarian to eat chicken. That's a win! Lol
Jonathan L.
Best fried chicken I've had in the Tampa bay area so far. The cook the chicken absolutely perfectly, not too greasy, and not dry either. The seasoning gives the meat an incredible flavor. Even the fries are better than most places you'll go to. It's an all or nothing level of heat, you either get no spicy or very spicy so keep that in mind. They also don't sell alcohol here, and don't provide water cups (only bottles for purchase). It can get a little warm in the inside seating, but they have outdoor tables as well that are cooler with the air flow. Will definitely come back many more times.
Update 10/2020: They now offer a "Midway" seasoning that's halfway heat. It's still pretty spicy, but very flavorful and now my primary choice when i go.
Greg Dee
I'm not a fan of fried chicken. This place however is amazing. The Nashville hot chicken is juice, spicy and full of flavor. Get a sandwich or the tenders, which come with 2 slices of bread anyways. The fries are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. I've heard the Mac and cheese is also fantastic. I particularly love the greens though which are too notch. If there's a line when you come, stand in it. It's worth it.
Bob Bernhart
It feels like the quality has dipped a bit since the move to Flocale from their original location, but it’s still some of the best chicken in Tampa bay. Nice to be able to sit and enjoy their food along with a drink now, though I wish Flocale would just simplify things and switch to only counter service; I’m not sure if anyone would miss the table service.
Marcus Goff
They food was pretty good. I did not try any of the spicy sauces but the chicken was friend pretty decent. I loved the sauce it was pretty good. For me the Macaroni and cheese was not good I guess because I have pretty high expectations for the dish. The customer service was great. It's not that much seating but they also have seating outside. Also there's not that much parking. I recommend this place for everyone to try .
Scott Johnson
I was so excited to hear King of the Coop had opened. I showed up and they were packed and had quite a line. Despite the line the food came out quickly. I ordered the Nashville Hot Sandwich with fries and extra sauce. It came in this brown box and opening it was like Christmas morning. The two chicken tenders were to big for the bun so I had one tender with slaw and a pickle on bun and it was amazing. I ate the second tender on it's own and it was also amazing. The fries were fried perfectly, and the seasoning on them were amazing. My only complaint is that they had sweet tea on the menu and the tea was unsweet and you had to make it sweet, that's not okay when you have a fired chicken place. Over all this place is amazing, I'll be back for sure.
Ebone Cruz (The Entrepreneur Plug)
Call in your order to avoid the wait but definitely worth the drive where ever you're coming from! If you like spice the go for the Nashville HEAT! I'm a little softy so I played it safe. Great proportions and affordable.
Brandie McCallum
Love the smell of a hot new foodie spot!! And the King did not disappoint!
Tucked away in Seminole Heights, the usual problem is parking. There are 5 or 6 spots in front otherwise, street parking. The spots are small and awkward, especially if it's high traffic time.
It's a smallish location, with a fresh clean look. Bright, with a few tables of four, doesn't leave a lot of room to sit and eat. Knowing that we took ours to go.
The food. Fried chicken. You can order 3 tenders or leg or sandwhich. Pick your level of spice from Naked to all the flavor none of the spice to Take the Throne! All meals come with fries and you can order the usual Southern sides.
We ordered the tenders with extra pickles and a small Cole slaw.
I got the Biddy and my son got Coops Fury (mid-hot). The wait wasn't bad and the had a line.
Everyone was super friendly, make sure if you are ordering Togo you let them know.
Getting ours, we barely made it to the car before cracking the box for a fry. WOW! Fries are fresh, crunchy, seasoned and delicious. The tenders were sitting crunchy on a piece of potato bread with a yummy dipping sauce. The tenders are crunchy, moist and juicy. They are amazing!! The pickles are brined perfectly with a hint of spicy as the finish. The Cole slaw was fresh, vinegar recipe. It was ok, it lacked the flavor of the rest of the meal. Which is sad.
The flavors and freshness of everything else totally makes up for it. Expect this spot to be a new local favorite!! They do have hush puppies and mac & cheese, which I didn't try but I'm sure they are amazing!! I can't wait to go back!! Let me know what you think.
Ernest Cummings Jr
It was my first time here and the staff was super nice and very helpful with the questions we had. The food was just ok, to me. Everything was covered in paprika (not adding much, flavour wise) and my fries were just barely warm and my sandwich was super sloppy to eat and just slapped together but the homemade juices were excellent. Will probably give it another try in the future.
Daveo Breeze
The chicken was great!!! Ordered the Nashville hot and to tell you the truth......it was kinda spicy hahaha. Do wish it was bigger for more of a dine in option but other then that chicken was fire.....literally lol
Nathaniel Downes
Went here as part of the grow financial promotion, so mind you my food was free.
Either way, i'm personally not a fan of fried chicken but i would be lying if i said i didn't enjoy the chicken. It was heavily seasoned (the way i like it), and had a unique taste that i had never had in fried chicken. Although a little heavy, it was still very good.
It also came with fries that i believed were seasoned but these were much better than your average french fry in my opinion. They had the crunchy yet soft texture i desire in a fry. The pickles were also a nice little touch on the side.. If i was a bigger fan of fried chicken, i'd definitely see myself coming back.
John Bhisitkul
This place is a must try for foodies in Tampa. Innovative. Big chicken tenders, moist with thick tasty red breading. Not crunchy. Very interesting flavored. Can be a little heavy. I almost ate there two days in a row and I don't live close. I've only tried the flavored, not spicy ones. Sauce for the fries and side pickles also good. A simple menu. Chicken and fries basically. Street-y, dive-y atomosphere adds to the overall experience.
David Cohen
Incredible food and service. Extremely reasonable prices for a very satisfying meal. The owner made rounds and make sure every customer was happy with their meal. We sure were! The Nashville Hot sandwich was spicy and good. The chicken was crisp on the outside and joint inside. This place has some serious friend chicken mojo going on. Definitely worth going.
Mrs Davis
Very limited parking. Circled the block a few times looking for a spot. Inside very small. Almost no room to move around without literally stepping on someone else. Drink station was weird. Have to dig out your own ice from a cooler on the floor which wasn't very sanitary. Drinks tasted like they were all unsweet. We tried all 3. Chicken was ok but surprised they didn't have wings. They only sell tenders and leg quarters. Hush puppies were very good. Homemade pickles and Cole slaw were ok. Saw the restaurant on Instagram and had to check it out for myself. In my opinion it wasn't good enough to make me want to return. Also didn't feel like there was an air conditioning inside.
Karina Hux
Kind of weird to not bring everyone's food out together. 3 people got their food while 2 of us wires for our food to come out. The other 3 people were left waiting on their sides. Not really great for customer service. Burger buns are also cold...
Ashwini Venkatesh
Last month we had been to Nashville had spicy chicken and we wanted to try it out again. Heard about this restaurant. I would say i dont want to compare. This chicken is ok. Fries are damn good. Fried chicken was hot but not balanced when it comes to flavor.
Greg Carlile
I've been dying to try this place & I finally had the opportunity to grab lunch here today. I'll start with the good. The Nashville hot chicken sandwich was excellent, the fries were great and plentiful, the sauce they served on the size kicked everything up another notch. Oh, and the service was fast & friendly. The chicken isn't really hot, like habanero pepper hot, it's just got a little heat to it, like cayenne pepper hot but the spice mixture is perfect to me.
There are a few things that I feel could make this place even better. First off....the tiny little hamburger bun is just way two small for the tenders, slaw, & pickles. The sandwich essentially disintegrated into the plastic basket after my 1st bite. A large hoagie roll or maybe even a brioche roll would probably be much better suited to hold the generous portion size of the sandwich. Also, when I went to get my soda from the back part of the restaurant, the floor was greasy and slippery. And when I sat down at one of the little tables inside the restaurant, the table was dirty.
From what I could tell, because it's an open kitchen, the kitchen was clean. It was a little past opening time and they were slightly busy & getting busier but I really don't know why the floor would be so greasy or the tables not clean. I just think they'd be much better in a different location because the place is small and cramped. I can only imagine the challenge of finding a place to park your car or sit & eat when it gets busy. Overall, I really liked the place and I recommend checking them out if you've never tried hot chicken before.
michael beard
I have never had better Nashville Hot Chicken outside of Tennessee. Take note all you posers tossing a fried chicken breast in Buffalo sauce, this is how it is supposed to be done.
Brandon Taylor (brndntylr)
Are you looking for the best Nashville Hot Chicken, look no further this place is the $h!t. Everything on their menu is amazing ! Tenders, mac n cheese and sandwhiches! 🐓 …
Louie Talacay
Yummm. Nashville Hot was the way to go. 🔥 Perfect spice level for me and I’m usually the kind to go “medium” at a Thai Restaurant. Chicken was excellent and M-O-I-S-T with a nice crunchy outer layer of spice.
Highly recommended that you add the Collard Greens 🥬. It was crack!!
Andrew Scott
The chicken was perfectly moist and the seasoning is to die for. I didn't come up for air once while eating oh my goodness! What a great New hole in the wall with a friendly and fresh young staff. The establishment was also clean and comfortable to just sit and enjoy the experience. King of the Coop will be here for a very long time I think. EAT LOCAL!😘
Rainy Atherton
Had the tenders, Coop's fury (hottest), and really enjoyed. Not too hot, about a Hattie B's Medium. But flavors were on point. The staff is very friendly and for a hot Chicken place, the food came out super quick. Definitely recommend. My only disappointment is those horrible butter pickles - doesn't go at all and I definitely missed the traditional flavor of the dill and the spice. They should change that, or at least give an option
Tim Butler
Perfect indulging food! Alot of bang for your buck!
We are at the Howard location! The Nashville hot was very good! I'm from Nashville and have tried many hit chicken places there as well. The King of the coop is right up there!
Service was awesome! Julia B. Hooked us up!
Thomas LaBelle
The fries could be a standalone meal, fried chicken is phenomenal. Best in the area without a doubt
Samantha Shorey
Hot fresh chicken with tasty fries. The chicken was a little dry though, but I’ve been another time and really enjoyed the catfish!
Shady Khechen
Great as usual! The chicken tenders (Biddy) are crazy good. Their seasoning is the best. Would recommend always, go for it!
WALLY WOOD EATS
King of the coop is amazing. The mac n cheese comes together with the coleslaw it's a great compliment to the fried chicken. I like it hot so I tried the Nashville hot. Had some heat but I will try hotter next time. Place is always jam packed. Show up late they may be sold out. Happened to me 1st time I tried. Also parking is scarce so be prepared to park on a side street. The way you line up to get your food is from the back so it's a bit awkward but the food is worth it.
J
Definitely the best fried chicken in Tampa. I would also say the best french fries in Tampa, too, or at least the most consistently good. How do they do that?? I also love the new location/collaboration - Flocale. Great beer to go with the food.
Matheus Bloemer
Highly recommend the Mac Attack for those who can’t separate their chicken and Mac&cheese. Great combo and was delicious
Insta: jatin_tulsulkar
King of the coop is the best fried chicken spot in town. If you are craving some fried food try out this place! There is no place to sit inside however, they have cute patio outside to sit and eat with good ambiance! The host seems nice. Please visit this place and support the local business.
Mike Hay
This place was great, Random Saturday afternoon in Seminole Heights, stopped in to get some Nashville Hot Chicken Wings and it was great.. You do have to wait but waiting for good food is worth it!!! Can't wait for this place to be in Wesley Chapel
Sean DeLeon
Stopped in bc of the good reviews. Got the Nashville hot tenders and the sandwich version. The fries are amazing and the chicken was delicious! Definitely will be back to try other items.
Willie Cabrera
@kingofthecooptampa is one of my favorite spots. It was my first time here, and the food was amazing, customer service on point too.
Sandwich Pictured: The KingMac, this chick sandwich has mac n cheese in the sandwich! I got mine with Nashville Hot Sauce. I'm pretty sure it's the best chicken sandwich I've had!
Lei By Day
I posted a video of the tenders box and my DMs were immediately filled asking about this chicken. Not only does it look good, but it also tastes amazing! Portion sizes are great and prices are reasonable. Friendly staff. Dem pickles? Dem picklesssssss. I’m still daydreaming about them. I tried the habanero spice sauce. Will probably stick to Nashville hot because that spice level was pretty high (although I typically enjoy spicy foods). They apparently run specials all the time (like $5 tenders boxes). Will for sure be returning to try more items
Brian Canady
ou live in the Tampa Bay area you need to come check this place out. It's no secret that o love good food, hell one look at me and you can tell that easily haha... but this place is amazing.
Located in Seminole Heights, this is a new Nashville Hot chicken joint, that is definitely going to leave its mark on the area. While they are not prince's or hatty b's, they are incredibly delicious. I got the King Mac sandwich, which is a Nashville hot chicken tender sandwich topped with king's sauce (their version of comeback sauce), spicy mac and cheese, bread and butter pickles, and coleslaw if you want it. I'm not the biggest fan of coleslaw so I usually opt out of it, plus I wanted to get a real feel for the heat. The heat is spot on...perfect balance of heat and flavor and lingers just long enough to leave your lips with that familiar tingle. Overall, it's a great meal.
The last time I was here, they asked my opinion on things, and I brought up the bun size and all and how it wasnt able to hold up to all the food they were giving out...and it seems that they listen to their customers, which is a huge thing for me...they changed the bun which makes the experience even more enjoyable...now they just gotta tackle this whole not having sweet tea thing 😂😂😂
Robert Harley
We had to wait a while as they were backed up but was totally worth it for me! I had the tenders at their top spice level with coleslaw and it was proper good!
Angel Conde
Good Nashville chicken but honestly sometimes it’s hit or miss especially when ordering though delivery apps
TampaRestaurantGuide DotCom
Got a Nashville hot chicken sandwich and fries. I enjoyed it and would come here again. The indoor dining area was small and full, but they have plenty of tables out back.
Matt Gerlinger
Absolutely awesome. The new location is way bigger, with a great bar. Food is still great. Parking is a challenge when it's busy.
Curt Gilmer
Would have been 5 but they were short staffed in kitchen for lunch rush. Lunch took nearly 50 minutes from time of order. Pieces are very big. Order ahead to avoid. Delicious!!! Personally don't care for coated fries.
Adam Macleod
I kept driving past this spot and seeing lines out the door. Decided to visit one day and was blown away by the chicken! Definitely a must! just keep in my the sitting area is very small and can accommodate 6 parties.
Love the 90's hip hop rap playing as well.
Reece Arcarola
Have been here a few times, I think three. Food has always been tasty, but I was looking for something really spicy. I got the Coops fury twice and it is amazing. I am looking forward to trying the spicy challenge whenever it is offered next! Coops fury is delicious but not exactly a spice challenge.
Jia Liu
We heard a lot of good things about this place and finally decided to give it a try. The food was ok but not great like everyone had been raving about. I would definitely go if I'm in the area but would not go out of my way for it.
laura mason
The food wasn't terrible but Definitely not Nashville hot chicken..... As a native Nashvillian I honestly feel like calling this Nashville Hot Chicken is disrespectful to the Princes legacy. We ordered the Nashville hot flavoring and it was like peppered chicken and barely spicy at all. The breading was also not ideal. Honestly super disappointed
Thalese Golson
It was good. food was fresh. very small ordering area. the sandwich I ordered was the dirty chicken. it was ok next time I will try just the strips. I didnt care for the cheese 🤷🏿♀️. fries was on point. Nice lunch/dinner spot …
Caleb Cruz
FINALLY!!!! A Nashville hot chicken joint in Seminole Heights, what a treat! King of the Coop is here to bring the heat! Unintentional rhyme there lol. As a resident here in Seminole Heights, this will for sure be a new community favorite. Fantastic crispy chicken with a perfect level of signature heat. We will be back, and if you try it, so will you!
Christy G
Delish Nashville hot chicken, homemade pickles and fries. And now I know to order extra king sauce as the one that comes with the meal
Is not enough it’s so good! Catfish is fantastic too- we LOVE the new location and have dined in 2x since the move! Different levels of seasonings so you do not have to have it Nashville hot if that’s not your thang. Plenty of seating, casual vibe and a nice covered porch out front if you want to sit out with your doggo. The employees inside were so nice at the register and the ones cleaning tables asked if we needed anything extra and were so nice and polite we noticed :-)
Yes parking is busy but that’s life in the city. We will be back!
Ray Nelson
The food was really good, the restaurant was clean, and the staff was friendly. The only things that could have been better were if the fries were a bit hotter and if they weren’t out of waffles. Will definitely be back for more hot chicken and collard greens!
J N
As a guy coming from london who has very little experience with Nashville hot chicken I was excited to try it this place. I was a little confused with the scale for heat at first so just decided to get the one in the middle for heat as wasn’t so sure how hot it would be.
When the food came out it was put into boxes to take out. The chicken wasn’t hot enough for me tbh so if it’s your first time and your used to spicier food I would go above the medium heat level.
The chicken was crispy and sweet at the same time, the slaw and pickles were tasty. The fries were seasoned nicely. Would come back.
Pros: good flavor, crispy quick service, good customer service, cool aesthetic.
Cons: no indoor seating in the chicken shop, wasn’t clear if you could eat in the restaurant next door.
Ruth Brick
Food is just ok. King sauce taste like a powder that they mixed with water. Apparently they already moved. BEWARE Their website touts old address and new location soon. Placed an online order, they said it would be 35 minutes so I placed the order based on this time frame knowing it would take me 20-25 to get there. 10 minutes after placing the order I received a text saying the food was ready. Great, cold food. Hurry and get going only to arrive at there old location. Person on the phone when I called couldn’t even tell the new address. I’m not from Tampa “down the road a few blocks” doesn’t help me if you don't know North from South.
Robin Womack
The food is excellent. They have something for pretty much everyone.
Denise J Morse
KOC is a must try ‼️ The Seminole Heights location is killing it in their new location. Plenty of space for inside or outside dining. The food is made fresh, super delish & served super fast. All the employees serve you with a smile & pure pleasantry, especially Skylar 😁 Tonight I had their Mac & Cheese with chicken tenders - DELICIOUS & good portion. Brian had the tender basket with a side of Mac C & Cheese - great flavor m. The Mac and cheese is very creamy. Highly recommend KOC & will be back to try other entrees.
Ridita Rahman Khan
Great food! One of the best southern chicken fry...... A must try one.
K C
I ordered online, which was easy. Food was amazing. Even got the approval of a picky eater. Biddy is a favorite with king sauce, the spices seal the deal. Also tried the Nashville hot and it was also great. Mac and cheese is delicious too, and the fries. Everything we had tasted great. been back a few times, and food always taste great. Make sure to check your name on the bag before leaving.
Jess
Food is very good. I got the Nashville hot sandwich and it was delicious; everything about it. I would definitely get it again. However, this location and their is service/cleanliness is dreadful. The girl at the front counter (12/7) acts like she literally hates life. She didn’t acknowledge any customer that came in, just went through the motions and just sat there biting her nails. Gross. Also, it was so hot inside, AC was definitely not working. If that’s how it is when it’s cooler weather then I can’t imagine when it’s summer time. All in all, if you don’t care about customer service and the cleanliness of the restaurant and only care about food then this is your place. Maybe focus on the locations you do have instead of worrying about opening others. Quality over quantity. Just a thought.
amanda hernandez
You know the food is good when you finish and immediately run to Google because you feel it is necessary to let people know how amazing this place is.
Ordered through Uber eats. Food arrived hot and fresh. I've never eaten here before. I'm a super plain girl so I ordered the hen with the midway seasoning and no other toppings. It was delish. Perfect amount of heat. Potato bread is so good. Fries are tasty band re heat well in the air fryer. Also got the Nashville hot sandwich. Amazing as well.
Christina
I love this place! Their Nashville hot fried chicken is sooo good. Their burgers and sides are great too! I really enjoy spicy food. Their spiciest flavor is a little too much for me, but one level down is perfect.
Braxton Campbell
Huge change and everything is even better than before! Drinks, best chicken tenders in Tampa, or a great pizza spot you have it all here. Guy at the counter for orders has excellent service as well.
David Cy
Fried chicken was decent. Thought it was a little pricey for what you get which was 3 pieces of chicken tenders for 10 dollars. Also they dont give out water cups...
Yasin Hosein
Food was delicious!!! Flavors and spot on! Service was swift and the cashier was very knowledgeable. Definitely somewhere to check out when you're in the Tampa area.
Joseph Miller
I found this place driving for Uber eats and I gotta say Excellent food.. I ordered the Nashville sandwich and it was delicious.. The chicken was cooked to perfection nice and juicy which says a lot because the tenders are monsters.. The service was also good Logan was very friendly.. the wait was a little long but it was totally worth it!! Definitely recommend
Rue
Chicken was good but the macaroni threw everything off. The macaroni taste like someone was in the middle of making potato salad and said "let's add cheese". The macaroni looks like it would be good until you bite into it. The macaroni taste like they seasoned it with everything but cheese. I was confused 😕 to say the least cause its looks cheesy. So you really have to register your brain before taking a bite. Cause it looks like macaroni but taste like macaroni salad. The macaroni taste like somebody was craving banana pudding when they was making it. I'm sorry it's a no for me. Next time just leave it off the menu. But yeah I was just really disappointed in the mac and cheese . Maybe it's a Tampa thing.
J.E. Porter
So much better than Chick-fil-a and Popeyes. Absolutely delicious!
Jeff Girard
This place has excellent chicken tenders!😋 I highly recommend stopping here! The service is outstanding and you will not be disappointed!! …
Norman Shawe
Different I guess. I wasn't that impressed by the seasonings or style of chicken. Kind of over seasoned really. I will try it again though to see if it was just a sometime thing
Tim Wagner
I've visited multiple times, and everything is always hot and fresh. By far the best Nashville Hot chicken in the area. Their fries are amazing, and the King sauce goes so well with everything.
jacob flanagan
So apparently now it’s no longer order at the counter like before. You now sit down at a table and someone serves you. Weird change. Still amazing chicken though!
Guy Simon
Their fried chicken is simply fantastic! It's unlike anything else you can get in Tampa, their sauces are unique and freshly made... you can tell in the taste. Their fries are a revelation! I get the regular seasoned ones and they're savoury and sweet and crispy and delicious. Then you have their self made pickles to top it all off. I definitely recommend. The only issue is the lack of parking, but that's not really their fault. Try this place out!
Nastassia Clarke
Best chicken sandwich I’ve ever heard and I’ve tried my fair share. The portion size is amazing, especially for the price. The ingredients taste fresh (I like the fact that there’s sprouts in the slaw because that’s different to what most places do) and the flavors are unique and phenomenal. I’ve been wanting to try Nashville hot for a while but wanted it to be from a legit place and I’m glad that I waited because this was definitely it.
Bonus: the staff are pretty nice.
es75274901
Im 60 and have eaten a lot of chicken in my life. I love spice and the Nashville Hot does not disappoint. This chicken is perfectly cooked and seasoned. It is a must stop whenever I am in the area. Bring a few beers. In the car for the perfect lunch or dinner.
Jerry Phelps
Tried the Wesley Chapel location as our first time eating at King of the Coop. I'll start by saying it's very easy to order takeout online from their website. My order was ready 15 minutes faster than the original time stated. I ordered the Dirty Bird sandwich with the Nashville Hot sauce. It was amazing! The buns are fresh and are perfect! The bun isn't sliced all the way through, so nothing falls out while you're trying to eat it! Huge plus! The chicken was very tender, moist and sauced perfectly. The Nashville Hot sauce is very flavorful and pretty spicy. Pimento cheese and king sauce adds even more flavor! My wife ordered the same sandwich, but with Biddy sauce instead. She loved it! We also ordered a side of hush puppies and those were good too. Excellent food, we'll be back!
Devonte Spencer
Got the chicken and waffles with a side of fries. Fantastic.
Zack McVicker
Very good chicken and very good lemonade! Their signature spice is quite hot and packs a nice bunch to your taste buds. I'd highly recommend people who don't like hotter than a jalapeño getting mild. Those who like spice getting medium. Those who like very spicy getting their signature hot. Lastly, those who like a challenge getting their extreme. Overall, they have very good food and staff.
Lauren Scapin
This place has certainly changed from pre pandemic (as a lot of places have). It’s not all it’s hyped up to be unfortunately.
The pickles aren’t even homemade, the slaw is certainly not mamas recipe and the chicken is very salty. Mac and cheese is NOT anywhere near Nashville quality.
Honestly, we will be trying somewhere else next time!
Warren Whittington
There are too many great things I can say about this place. My wife and I came here after searching “Fried Chicken” in a google maps search. We were definitely NOT disappointed. There was plenty of flavor in both our platters. 10 out of 10… Would definitely recommend. Don’t forget to try the banana pudding… It’s like Christmas in a cup 😀 …
Krissy Brandon
Best chicken in all of Tampa! If you haven't come, you need to! For someone who can only handle a mild spice, the Midway chicken is perfect amount of heat and packed full of flavor.
But if you're wanting to cry, coops fury will do the job!
Of course you could get the middle ground, Nashville hot. Though they also have no spice options for the kiddos and those with a low tolerance for spice (me a year ago) lol
The fries are seasoned to perfection every time and are amazing with some King sauce!
My recommendation: Kingmac or Fowl fries!
YOU WONT BE LEFT HUNGRY!
Will cHA
Portions are nice and the tenders for the most part in my several experiences were good. Had a good amount of tenders to quench my hatti b's thirst over the pandemic year. But, now i want real chicken back. Will it ever comeback ?
Travis Watson
Best chicken sandwich in central FL. Outperforms numerous other local spots from cities within the central FL umbrella. Fat piece of chicken with a ton of rub and some tasty/fiery sauces. This will make you miss your next meal based on how full you’ll be.
Fielding Brewster
We were in town on vacation and decided to stop here after visiting the zoo.
The chicken strips were large and 2 was enough for me. We got the Nashville hot which we found to be the right amount of hot. It was flavorful with heat I could feel while not being overwhelming. I was able to eat it without drinking anything and I'm used to sriracha sauce.
Pickles were good and paired well with the spice of the chicken. They were a very mild sweet pickle.
I wouldn't hesitate to go back if I come back to Tampa.
The only complaint I would have is that they didn't have tables and seats for us to eat there.
Ruben
3 stars would rate lower but the food is really good. But I've paid for a banana pudding twice now and have never got one. After ordering another one and speaking with the main cook for about 10 minutes today about the banana pudding I have still yet to taste it.
Steve Duncan
Picked up chicken tenders and fries for the family. Wow is all I can say. The tenders were huge and the flavor was fantastic. I got the Nashville hot and it was delicious. If you like chicken you need to give this place a try. I will definitely stop by again next time I’m in the area.
Adam Chapman
Just moved to Tampa from Miami and had this place recommended to me by a coworker.
I'm a fat boy raised on fried chicken and the sandwich with the Coop's Fury spice is the best spicy chicken sandwich I've had. Its the absolute perfect balance of masochism and taste. My eyes were watering and I was hurting but there was still a great deal of balance between the great flavor and the burn.
The fries also held their own. Perfectly doubled fried without much if any grease to the touch.
Glad this place is within my delivery range. Wonderful chicken joint. Would definitely recommend.
Christina Brooks
The tenders are amazing, fries, pickles, and coop sauce are good, but the hush puppies were the worst I’ve ever had. They were overcooked, dry, and pretty flavorless (at least at the Wesley Chapel location). Couldn’t taste any jalapeño or cheddar. Online ordering was convenient, but now all meals are $1 more than what’s posted on their online menu and all other items have a .50 cent markup each. Insanely expensive for a tender meal. Their drink is equally overpriced at $3 for a small to-go cup. They used to provide a large one which was a decent value for the price. It would also be nice if they had an online code for the military discount they offer.
Bradley Marshall
Wow, delicious food. If you order plain, you get regular chicken tenders. If you order mild, medium, hot, very hot - the tenders come with Nashville spice flavor. I really recoend medium spice level as mild was tasty and delicious, but a tiny bit of medium heat really enhanced the flavor more!
Mine None Your Biz
Very quaint. Fantastic food. Their catfish, Mac n cheese and chicken tenders very moist, tender, crunchy. Cooked to perfection. Naked is no spice, midway is very very warm. Full seasoned make sure you have a fire truck for your mouth. Will go on and highly recommend. Price is reasonable. You won't go hungry.
Rachel Munds
Great spicy chicken sandwich and wings! Love the food and the vibe of the place
Ivette Lopez
This place is BANGING.
Hands down the best Nashville chicken in town.
I got the “Hen” in Nashville heat level with a side of fries and their signature “Coop Juice” (koolaid & lemonade).
The chicken sandwich was incredible. It has the perfect amount of heat, complemented by their signature “King sauce” to balance out all the flavors all on perfectly toasted buns, not to mention it’s a huge sandwich. The fries are one of a kind and always crispy and delicious and perfectly seasoned. Coop juice is essentially nectar of the Gods.
They seriously give Chick-fil-A a run for their money.
Do yourself a favor and skip Chick-fil-A, and come here instead. Same cost, but you’ll get an out of this world experience that you can here in Tampa.
All About The Stars
This place has HANDS DOWN- the best fried chicken sandwiches you will ever have. I know, some strong words, but hear me out- we got two different sandwiches, each had their own distinct flavor. If you want a crazy, messy, very satisfying sandwich, go for the King. If you want something more manageable yet just as amazing in flavor, the dirty bird! Wow, the sauce, the bread, the chicken is super crispy and juicy. The fries are so flavorful with their spices. The staff were nice. I wish I had one criticism to add, just to not sound like I’m over exaggerating, but I honesty have none. GO HERE
Christina Hodges
There wasn’t a long line when we were there and food came out in good time. Food looked great, but the chicken was tough.The fries were great though! Think BBQ chip flavor on a crispy French fry. My 1.5 year old was serious about not sharing her fries with anyone. Hush puppies were super spicy (a little undercooked), but the pimento cheese is a perfect addition to tame the heat. I would like to believe that I would like the leg quarter better than the tenders that I ordered.
I would definitely try it again because it seems like there are a lot of good reviews and Mr. Coop has the drive for success. I hope your business stays booming and tweaks are made over time to really perfect it all!
I revised my review and added stars because I ate my leftover chicken the next day and the flavor really came out. I enjoyed it even more on the second day and so did the 1.5 year old. Chicken wasn’t tough on the 2nd day either. I might have just torn into the chicken too quickly while I was at the restaurant and it needed some time to rest instead of practically eating it straight from the fryer.
Will be back soon!!
Juliana Janicke
By far THE BEST fried chicken and macaroni and cheese that I’ve ever had. I had the king Mac sandwich with a side of fries and a side of the macaroni and cheese. After dining here my boyfriend and I told all of our friends and coworkers about how amazing it was. The chicken was well seasoned and juicy. The fries were perfectly fluffy and crunchy. The macaroni and cheese was so well seasoned and creamy. We went on a Thursday night and it was packed. The owner came by and checked on every table to make sure everyone was enjoying their meals. The dining room is small but they also have outdoor seating. I don’t care if I’d have to sit in the parking lot to eat it. Totally worth trying and the prices are great for the amount of food you receive. I’ve never written a review before, but this food was worth reviewing.
Cytina Chandler
Having had Nashville hot chicken in Nashville, I was prepared to be disappointed honestly. I was more than pleasantly surprised to be blown away by my meal! The fries are seasoned well. I had the Dirtybird sandwich... amazing flavor! Oh and the huge hush puppies are homemade as is the pimento cheese. Will definitely be back!
Darrin308
The Nashville hot sandwich is actually spicy which is good and their portions are massive. Price is really good for how much food you get. I can see my self as a regular at this place and the people who recommended me it are regulars and now i see why.
Jonathan Saba
It was great! Chicken was juicy and tender. The Coops Fury spice was really spicy which I loved. Excellent customer service and fast service. Mouth was watering all the way back home!
Matt Pietri
Suuuuuper tasty Nashville Hot Chicken. The staff was really friendly and energetic and the food was amazing. Their Nashville Hot recipe is a really robust flavor. I will say, however, I ordered their highest level of heat "Coop's Fury" and I found it not really spicy at all lol. And also, have patience. It's a busy place and takeout took 20+ minutes.
Valerie Sirithai
I’m originally from Nashville, TN- grew up there my whole life- and this place is AMAZING- really just like NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN! Reminds me of home… no other places in Tampa makes “nashville hot fried chicken” like King of the Coop. I was shocked when I first ate here because they have it spot on! I definitely recommend going here.
Wendy Knafla
This Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich was incredible. First off, it was 2 sandwiches - no joke. Two top buns and two bottoms and HUGE flavor packed pieces of chicken in between. The slaw on the sandwich was perfect. I opted for greens instead of the fries and they were some of the best collards I've had in my life. I had never tried this place until now but I'll be back. Oh, also during the COVID times, I can tell you that they are very careful and clean when handling your food. A++
Andrew Shahbazian
King of the coop is hands down my favorite chicken joint in the area. Chicken is always cooked to perfection. The seasonings match the descriptions as far as spice level. The fries are heavenly, and their lemonades and other drinks are the perfect compliment to their food.
Dahlia Ramirez
Heard so many great things about king of the coop so visited the Seminole Heights location everything I’ve heard was right on point the service was excellent staff was extremely friendly and most importantly the food was amazing. They need to open a location where I live in Tamarac Florida. Looking forward to visiting it every time I come back up to Tampa!!! It was Certainly worth the trip!!
Sara Zura
Love this place! Great chicken and the flavors are on point
Alex Rivera
Love their fried chicken, particularly the Nashville hot flavor. They do a great job preparing the food, and the prices are reasonable. I will say their Mac and Cheese has also improved significantly since I first ate there when they opened, and has a decent flavor to it. The chicken, however, has been consistently good since I started eating here.
My friend got the Nashville hot sandwich with the tenders tossed in the King's Fury spice, and she was sweating by the end of the meal. I also tasted it and can confirm that it's real spicy, so be prepared and make sure you get a drink of some kind (and maybe get some ice cream from revolution ice cream after you're done). I feel the Nashville hot has just the right amount of kick to it where you don't feel like your lips are on fire.
Overall, a great fried chicken joint with good prices and plenty of food to fill you up for most of the day.
Trey Crews
I lived in Nashville, TN my whole life until recently relocating to the Tampa area. I have been to many local places with “Nashville Hot Chicken” on the menu but none of them are authentic. I FINALLY heard about King of the Coop and went there today. This is authentic Nashville Hot Chicken. Please open a location in St. Pete! Logan took our order and is a great employee with a positive attitude!
Amanda H.
This place was easily one of the best Nashville hot chicken places I've been to. The chicken was juicy, not too spicy, and the fries were also good. I did like the mac and cheese as well. The space itself is a little small, but worth it for yummy chicken. I'll definitely be back.
Benjamin Owens
This food was surprisingly tasty. Its literally I hole in thr wall type of joint. The only downside is seating. I understand its limited with space. However maybe put out some fly bait stations to make the outside dining a little more pleasant. And again let me rephrase the food and staff were 100% fantastic! 👌chef kiss …
Kayla Hawkins
Food was absolutely amazing, fed 2 people with one sandwich and a side. Best Chicken sandwich hands down. Fries were fresh as hell. Bread was soft and good. Me and my girl enjoyed every part of our experience. We'll be back soon!!!
Nicholas Casella
This is an absolute must stop if you are in Tampa. I visit here often and never miss an opportunity to indulge in some of the best tenders I’ve ever had. The chicken is fresh and made fresh to order. Also the sides are absolutely amazing. We met Phil who I believe is the kitchen manager, he knew exactly what customer service is. Well done man! See you next time!
Jennifer F
I can NOT say enough about how good these chicken tenders are! And the Coop Juice?!?! Delicious!!! Don't look over this place when you're searching for a bite to eat! You won't regret it 😉 …
Michelle B
I can tell that a lot of people really enjoy King of the Coop, it was recommended to me by a coworker so I gave it a try. I tried the tenders, fries, mac n cheese, hush puppies, and lemonade.
Really enjoyed the fries, and the hush puppies with pimento cheese. The rest was just okay for me, nothing wrong with it, there are just other places I like better.
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JL Thames
Amazing chicken. I hadn’t had Nashville Hot style before but I’m a fan now. One tender is the size of a chicken breast. The sauce had a little kick with a hint of sweetness. My family ordered too much, but leftovers will be delicious.
Lisa Stevens
The best chicken around. We had the Nashville hot tenders last night. Fantastic! The fries are great, hush puppies amazing. And the homemade pickles, perfect. This place is a go to for us.
Shake
Awesome chicken! The heat is just the right amount! Highly recommend
Doug Coyle
Nashville hot chicken in Tampa... Excellent side dishes, chicken is cooked perfectly every time. The Coups Fury heat level will properly burn your face off! The regular Nashville Hot is a proper balance of heat and flavor. Easy to order online for pickup. Staff have all been wearing masks when I have picked up food.
Alex Rosenthal
This chicken is fire 🔥
Flavorful, spicy, portioned right, all around delicious and I am savoring every bite. The fries are fresh, crispy, also seasoned well. I thought it was expensive at first, but this is well worth every bite.
The staff was friendly, smiling, and looked like they have fun at work. The building was clean, fun, and had good music. I hope I go back soon!
Manuel Yglesias
The Best chicken in Tampa. The portions are good, the taste, the hot sauce. I order a burger that have mac and cheese in it. An the combination was AMAZING!!!. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Vanessa Spencer
Our first time visiting, we were very impressed. Everything was very tasty. My husband got the Nashville hot and I (upon the recommendation of the hostess) got the biddy as I don’t like hot! It was perfect! I was disappointed that you were out of Mac and cheese so I got the fries. I don’t like fries..but I loved your fries perfectly cooked! Thanks for a fun evening.
Zack Bell
Hard to find parking, but the (bitty) seasoned fried chicken and fries are absolutely amazing! Wish the bread on the side wasn't just plain, and I would like to see some more sauces and drink options. Either way its delicious and I highly recommend!
E Reyes
Superb food, excellent customer service and overall great place.
Maija Robertson
Owner was super friendly and nice - I got the Nashville hot 3 piece chicken tender which is an entry level spice. Tenders are huge, juicy and tender. I liked that the spice was complex and finished a little sweet. The kind of place that lovers of fried chicken get exactly what they want. Definitely would recommend.
Corey “Coco” H.
Every Monday, I come here for lunch/dinner break. The Nashville hot tender box is where it's at. Really nice spice. The tenders are hands down some of the best I've had. The portion of fries is the perfect amount. Price is great. Absolutely worth it. I can't gush enough about this place. I can't. Keep up the killer work.
Brandy Gifford
Dirty bird is so good! Fries are nicely seasoned and tasty also. Very friendly service, not from the area but it's definitely Made it into our Tampa go-to list for every visit!
Phil_
This place is a gem! I’ve been there three times so far and I’m overdue for another visit! The Nashville Hot flavor is pretty hot and I love it. The seasoned fries are some of the best I’ve had as well. My kids love their chicken too, especially my picky toddler lol. My only wish is that they served local beers, but I’m sure that’s in the works! Great local spot!!!
Trinette Lester
Great job! Perfectly seasoned. Perfectly packaged to go! I had the chicken & waffles and sampled the Mac & cheese and the greens. Very nice! I will never be in Tampa again but I’ll be sure to tell all the members of my travel group where to fo if they find themselves in Tampa! All Hail The King!
Ian Stryker
The chicken here is always amazing. They have a variety of spice levels to appease folks who aren't really into spicy food. I typically only get the tender basket, however friends of mine also swear by the King Mac.
It's cheap, reliably good hot chicken. Whenever I'm in the mood for that I'm probably going to King of the Coop.
C Du
The chicken tenders were good. We enjoyed the sweet and spicy taste mixed in it. The guests really enjoyed the Lil Biddy and Nashville.
The mac and cheese were bland. We should of order more cole slaw for the spicy chicken. I thought it was too vinegary and lacked the creaminess; others enjoyed it tho.
We had a few orders of fries, but it arrived soggy. It would of taste great fresh. They should consider using paper bag to prevent that, instead of enclosing it in a box.
We had placed an 80 tenders with sides on Thursday afternoon, and on Friday night, the staff informed us they threw away our order 🤦 which delayed our Friday party ☹️
The restaurant should have a better system of keeping track of large orders.
Christopher S Crawford
I'm gonna say for simple food it's really grand and I'm also gonna say they charge too much.... That's said it's still worth a treat whenever you feel a chicken or a fish hankering coming on. I am a hothead and LOVE the Coups Fury, but also really love the Midway as well ;) Hey brother you JUST replied, King of the Coup Charged me $15.04 for ONE PIECE OF CATFISH, fries, white bread and 3 slices of pickles. NAH!
Christine Antoine
This chicken place is the business!! I got the mild tender box, my hubs got the hot tenders box. We got them for free on veterans days, which was much appreciated. Honestly I wasn't expecting to be impressed. The chicken was so crispy and its like a dry rub, not sauce. It came with a special dipping sauce, on the side. I never like dry rubs, so I was shocked. The coleslaw was ok, fries were good. I just wasn't a fan of the parking lot and we were a little confused with the signage. Thats the only negative!
Richard Yan
Really phenomenal chicken sandwich. Very well seasoned, crisp, and it's a generous portion. You won't leave hungry. I love spicy food and I got the Coop's Fury level of heat, and it actually had some real kick to it. The fries are also top notch and the pickles pack some serious flavor. Service was quick and friendly.
Mr Foodie101
I wanted bone in chicken of which they no longer do. I settled for the tenders and waffles. Didn’t expect much from the waffle since I only got it to avoid fries. I was impressed with the waffles, provided butter and syrup. The tenders were good too. Great spot so I visited the BBQ spot next door too. Lol. Sitting in my car debating about the ice cream shop across the street. SMH!
Kirsty Herzog
I have been going to King of the Coop at least once a week since they opened. The food is amazing each and every time! I like my food super spicy, so I always get the Coop's Fury heat level...great flavor to go along with the heat. The tenders are fantastic but I'm absolutely addicted to the catfish! The fries have the perfect seasoning and crunch, and they give you a generous portion with the platters. If you haven't been yet, give it a try and I promise you won't be disappointed.
Juliana Chenoweth
Got the dirty bird sandwich with Nashville hot sauce. Tenders were perfectly cooked- juicy with a fresh, flavorful crispy breading. Pimento cheese was great and not overly messy. The ‘King sauce” I believe it’s called was VERY GOOD and the bun was fresh and buttered/toasted.
mary walker
That pimento chicken sandwich is so fire I would eat it everyday if I were closer!
Jeremy Ratliff
Great chicken, great people, great atmosphere. The Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders bring the perfect balance of heat and flavor. Plus they are huge. They have both unseasoned chicken if you don't want the heat, and some extra hot if the Nashville don't have enough kick to it. 🔥🐔 …
Casey Bauer
Great food, authentic and fresh. It gets spicy so be cautious if your not used to it. Great service too, always busy but the staff is helpful, fast and kind. The only downside is finding a parking spot when you get there. Hush puppies are the best.
Phillip Kangari
This place is the BEES KNEES. We love their chicken, their sauce, and their prices. That alone earns them 5 stars. But what they also do is constantly evaluate their food and make it better... That is why I give 6 stars. Try the new beer mac and cheese... Mm mmm mmm
Stephen Austin
King of the coop is the best chicken in Tampa, hands down!
James Crenshaw
Awesome food definitely worth it. Great prices too can't go wrong if you love Chicken
Michelle Vigil
The service is great, they always have a smile and a greeting when you walk in. They give you advice on orders to make sure if you take away the catfish to eat it quickly so it maintains their high quality. The sides are solid and the spice is just right. The Nashville Heat is perfect and the Fury is so much hotter but in the best way. If you like heat you'll love it!!
Mark J
Got the Nashville hot chicken sandwich. Crisp breading, spicy, and tender strips. The slaw added a nice sweetness since there was no tomato and the pickles were something special.
Got an order of the hush puppies with pimento cheese, it was good as far as hush puppies go. Also the fries that came with the sandwich were above average.
THE BAD, the structure is inconvenient for parking, picking up orders, dine in, and their employees. Fortunately they are opening other locations and I will wait for another one to open.
Sutherngirl33
Made to order. Food and fries are hot. Very full of flavor. Visiting from Nashville and the spice was as expected
Matthew Cole
Food was absolutely excellent.
Great Nashville Style hot chicken. Fries are awesome. The only negative to this place is a lack of seating. There are maybe 20 seats inside. But they have outdoor seating to help.
Can and bottled drinks. Tea and lemonade on tap.
Carlos Carrillo
Had an item missed on an Uber eats order. Couldn’t reach the store and vented on a Facebook post.
Owner personally reached out to me via text message. Literally tracked down my number from somewhere and reached out.
Absolutely great to see and turned my night around. Customer service is key!
David Moreno
Best fried chicken you'll ever have! Sandwiches are fantastic! Try the catfish tacos as well and the Mac attack or fowl fries. Thank me later!
Danielle Franklin
The food is great. The seasoning and there sauce on the sandwiches is amazing. They should bottle their sauce and sell it. Its be nice if they could have more parking and maybe out door seating in the front. Should sell wing with with their current set of seasonings. Bomb!
Erin Suarez
My husband and I really wanted to like this place. All the amazing reviews gave me high hopes, so we made the trek from Brandon to experience what all this hype was about. We had tried some hot chicken places in North Carolina, and we were blown away, so we were excited to try a place in our own state. We placed our order online when we were about 10 minutes out, to time it perfectly so that our food would be ready when we arrived. It tells you on both your confirmation screen on the website, AND the confirmation email, to wait in your car until you receive a text that your order is ready. Our estimated time comes and goes, no text. I checked to make sure I didn't incorrectly enter my number - nope, it was right. After about 10 minutes, I called to check on the status of our order. The woman on the phone said that our order was ready. So why no text? How long would we have waited had I not called? So when I walked in, our order was sitting on the front counter. When I asked the cashier how long it had been sitting there, she said 10 minutes. I told her that we were instructed to wait in the car until we were texted, but never received a text. She didn't seem to care. No apology offered, and an apology goes a long way. I told her I hope our food was still hot, and she said nothing.
Fast forward to us eating in the car since the dining room is closed. We ordered my husband's sandwich with no pickles and no slaw - his sandwich had both things on it. They put the potato bread slices on the bottom of everything, so it's too soggy to eat. The macaroni and cheese had a weird, gritty texture. My fries had good flavor but were starting to get soggy. And my biddy chicken tenders? Flavorful alright, but way too much of one spice (probably paprika). And very salty. The best thing about our visit was the sweet tea.
We drove away very disappointed, and will not be back.
anthony jordan
The Chicken was absolutely mouth-watering! What is that seasoning!!?? Incredible! Hushpuppies were very good, but who can mess up Hushpuppies? Collard greens taste very close to Granny's. Yummy! The Mac and cheese is more like Mac" NO CHEESE!. Very bland, more like bachelor food. Not good. Sorry :("
Rosa Parson
I love king of the coop, but the soho location isn’t exactly the cleanest. And there’s no places to set. I’m
Anne Gary
Came in on a Friday at 6pm for a couple of sandwiches and mac n cheese. It took a little while but everything is hot and fresh, including the mac. The Nashville hot had some heat but it won't melt your face off. Fries were perfect.
Edit: came back a month later on a Friday at 6pm. Service was fast, food was better. The hush puppies are crispy on the outside and super soft inside. The pimento cheese is on point. I tried the next level of heat and it was a little bit hotter but still not melt your face off. Also, the portions are big for a good price.
MIKE DISCO CYCLOMANIACS
If you want good chicken, then this is the place for you. Always on point with the food as well as the service. Everything on the menu is so good that sometimes it's hard for me to choose. I e never had a pri Kem with them getting my order wrong. Good spot to stop by and try out. 🌀 …
Ashley Dietsch
I've gone here numerous times! Absolutely love their Nashville hot tenders! Fries are soooo good and I love their kool-aid! :) go go goooooo!!!
Grace Monsanto
"Ive gone once for me is expensive very good well done delicious ribs and sooo love the guava bbq.
Im from PR and they use the guava sauce on their ponchos (cobbabs). I wonder where the owner is from" keep up the great work and many blessings will com with a lot of faith and work.👍
Mark Saltiel
This is the best hot chicken in the Tampa Bay Area. The chicken is so tender and flavorful, and they have great seasonings and spices to go along. Portions are also on the larger side, so you get plenty of bang for your buck.
Brittany Houck
In town for less than a week and had to go back for a 2nd time before pulling out! Everything was seasoned perfectly! As long as they keep it up this will be one of my stops I look forward to when coming back to Tampa!
raf Rod
I've had take out about 5 or 6 times and it's my new go to place! The biddy is where it's at for me and my girl. She loves this place too. The chicken and waffles was great. Now all I'm waiting on is some new breakfast sandwiches at least on the weekends would be nice.
Matthew Fugett
The food is 5/5 stars. The customer experience; however, is a 1/5. I have come here several times, and I’ve never once had a seamless experience. They leave the food off to the side for anyone to pick up. They will often leave small things in the order out. The experience when you walk in the door is also extremely claustrophobic and poorly executed. There is no signage telling customers what to do, where to go, or a line separating pickup customers and new order customers. There have also been instances where the cashier is sitting in the back talking and I’ve had to wait to pick up/pay for my order. I enjoy the food, but not the experience.
Nestor Montoya
I’m a first time customer. I received bad news today and I was mentally compromised. I walked in to place my order and I ,unfortunately, forgot my credit card. Due to safety this restaurant is cashless. I apologized for my error and turned to leave. The lady behind the counter stopped me and paid my meal with her card and I gave her the cash. She brightened my rather gloomy day. I ordered a Nashville hot sandwich. The food was off the chain and the service was out of this world. Give this restaurant a chance. You will not be disappointed.
Eric Wannemacher
Food was fantastic! The Nashville hot fried catfish could not have been any better! The chicken sandwich was amazing. I could have eaten the fries all day long! Staff was pleasant and accommodating.
Andy Cooper
Finally! Real Nashville Hot Chicken in Tampa! I have been to a handful of restaurants in the Tampa area claiming to have Nashville hot chicken and they all have been NOTHING like the real thing. This is the real deal. The flavor was great and the long lines moved quickly. The fries were also fantastic. The only difference is that it is toned down from the stuff you find in Nashville. So if you’re used to...say...Medium, make sure you jump up a level or 2 here. If you like the real hot hot stuff I’d recommend going with their hottest level. Overall I was very happy and would recommend this as the ONLY real hot chicken in town.
P
I must have gone on an off day because I ordered the famous Nashville Hot and it was the most boring chicken sandwich I've ever had. I actually think KFC's Nashville Hot has more flavor. All I "taste" is paprika and chili with a little salt. The b&b pickles are also more like cucumbers realistically and that threw me off completely. Would like to try another sandwich next time but definitely going in with lower expectations. I went in thinking it would be like Bodega flavor and left with disappointment.
Chelsea Szerbiak
Exceptional!
We ordered two, 3 tenders boxes. One was biddy (because I'm a whimp) and the other was Nashville hot chicken. We got a small side of Mac and cheese and hush puppies. Let's just say, we are on the quarantine diet! The chicken was hot (temperature), juicy, and crunchy on the outside - the flavor on point! Fries, seasoned great and just how you want them prepared. Hush puppies were like eating clouds of billowly dough dipped in a pool of delightful homemade pimento cheese.
The only negative thing I can say about our experience i, I should have got more delicious sauce!
I am not sure who got the soggy chicken and fries tasting like they were under a heat lamp but my only guess could be they didn't come pick it up when they were alerted their meal was done!
We can't recommend King of the Coop enough! Thanks for the fantastic lunch/food coma! 😂
Grant Patterson
So good. Fresh fried chicken, amazing pickles, white sauce. What is there not to like? And they're expanding their space to include more seating are and maybe better air conditioning? Note - Be careful with some of the higher heat levels! May be tolerable and enjoyable at the time but... You'll pay for it later... It's Nashville style. The normal Nashville is the safest bet.
Ellyn Halko
It was our first time here and we absolutely loved it! The Hen sandwich, the greens and the mac n cheese were ordered. They were super packed with it being a beautiful Saturday afternoon, but kept the line and people flowing. The wait was about 30 mins.but every bit worth it. The guy came out of the back and apologized for the long wait. Unfortunately its expected nowadays, if you dont have the patience, STAY HOME! We will be back.
Patrick-Julian Q. Fulgado
This place is pretty legit Nashville Style hot chicken! We just went to Nashville earlier in the year and had Hattie B's. It's really close to it and just as hot. There's 3 tiers of spiciness and I'm good with "Nashville Hot" tier 1. Can't imagine the other 2 but those who love spicy pain, those would be for you. It's small inside but there are four picnic tables outside in the back. Prices are just about right and the wait after the order want long. Definitely recommend this place.
Aquel Suleiman
Here to change my review. I went to this place a few months back a lady working in the front was so disrespect. But the food was amazing. Came back later and Tony is the man. The restaurant was out of Mac and cheese but he made it happen and made sure I was cool with a substitute for the side. This guy kept coming out And talking to people and making sure everything was in order.
Ricardo Castro
Chicken is REALLY good. Also those hush puppies were AMAZING!! Take it from me, I know my fried chicken. Crispy, well seasoned, , fresh fried, great service and fast. These guys are doing great. Visit them you won't be disappointed. Place needs a bit more fixing, stronger a/c is also needed for sure, but they just started, give them a break,. Guaranteed you will like it!!
lori green
Found this local spot on IG and just had to check it out. It was worth the drive from Riverview. The chicken tenders were out of this world. The heat options made them perfect. We also loved the hush puppies with the pimento cheese. We will certainly return!
Cory Games
This is likely the best Nashville Hot Chicken you are going to find in Tampa. My wife and I are both addicted to it at this point.
-Small joint with minimal seating and parking can be scarce. But neither of those things really matter.
-Service is very quick. Even when they are swamped.
-Pricing very affordable especially considering the portion size. For the standard platter, you get 3 hefty chicken tenders and a heaping helping of fries for under $10. Oh, and some pickles!
-Both the chicken and the catfish are delicious. Try the hush puppies.
Personally, I get the 2nd level of spiciness called Coop's Fury.
It is perfect... if you can handle the heat!
Antoinette White
I enjoyed their food very much, from the homemade pickles to the mac and cheese and fresh coleslaw. I had the King Mac Nashville hot style, wonderful food. Its always the small overlooked places that are the best. I only gave it 4 stars instead of 5 because the staff seemed to not be too friendly, it wasn't too many people in there. I tried to talk engage in conversation regarding how i traveled from Daytona beach just to try them, and i got literally no response no acknowledgement, not that i was looking for trumpets to play but acknowledge a fan base that's traveling two hours just to try your food.
Carley A
We tried King of the Coop today and it exceeded our expectations, the dirty bird and king mac are delicious! The chicken was flavorful and crispy with no grease present. The restaurant was also extremely clean and crew friendly upon pick-up.
Margaret Shepherd
I should have ordered closer to rush hour. The chicken was very tender as usual but showed evidence of sitting under a warming lamp rather than being actually hot. The collards were really good but it was a mistake substituting them for the fries - I won't forgo the fries again, they're delish.
Edward Fusco
So good you have to try it if you love fried chicken your missing out and the collard greens are amazing yes go you have to
Jim Snell
If you like Nashville style chicken, this is the best place in town. Ample portions of bird come with a healthy side of seasoned fries and a side of pickles and secret sauce. The chicken is so good that the heat sneaks up on you and before you know it, you worked up a sweat.
ITHINKIMFUNNY 813
Soo good flavorful and delicious 🤤 will definitely come back and bring a friend really king of chicken! The banana pudding wasn’t as good but the rest was delicious. Just stick to the chicken 👍🏿 …
Brian Winston
What a great addition to the neighborhood! The King has amazing hot chicken, but you can turn down the hotness if that’s not your thing. Fries were perfect, homemade pickles! Seating is limited, but they have nice benches out back.
Parking is limited. It’s the norm for the area.
Kevin Mahoney
This place is great! I've been coming here since shortly after they opened, and I've made attempts to introduce new people to it whenever I can. Your favorite chicken chain is obsolete now. Popeyes? KFC? Honestly, there's little reason to go there when you could go here. It's nice to actually be able to buy some chicken with some heat! And the flavor is phenomenal. Highly recommend. Also, the lemonade is top-tier! 👍
Kristan McCants
Tried this spot today after hearing the buzz. Clean spot. Not the most welcoming staff but not the worst. My partner and I ordered fish, fries and leg quarters. Seasoning wasn’t bad but nothing compelling. We were disappointed to find that basic condiments you would expect were unavailable like hot sauce or tartar sauce. Also, don’t waste your time buying the Mac and cheese. It went straight to the trash. Definitely an okay spot to try out but probably won’t be back.
Prick
Oh my!!! This place is so good. I've had the King Mac every time I have visited this establishment. My wife has also had the King Mac but she switches out the chicken for the fried catfish. Which she says "Damn that's good." I absolutely love there chicken there staff. I'll keep on coming back over and over again every time I'm in the Seminole heights area.
Matt T
Finally made it out here! The chicken tenders were very good and cooked perfectly. My only complaint is that even with ordering Coop's fury - it wasn't very spicy and they didn't have any hot sauce (that I saw). I will probably be back and see if they can add some extra spice for me on future visits.
Whitney Willis
Amazing! I will happily drive the extra mile to get a Nashville Chicken Sandwich from this place. We've dined in and ordered to-go, with Covid restrictions, and the customer service and food is always great. Ordering on the app is super fast and easy. I can't wait for the location in Wesley Chapel to open.
Brandon Hodges
Dope place near Seminole Heights. Great soul music playing when you walk in is the pre-game. The chicken and sides are the main event. Even if you don’t like it too hot, they have non spicy options that don’t skimp on flavor. Can’t wait to go again!
GetKaseFit
I had the King of the Mac substituted with catfish, and even though they got my order wrong, it was one of the best sandwiches I ever had. The flavor was amazing, and they gave me a brand new order with no issue! Five stars!!!
Ken Gorski
Fantastic chicken, perfectly seasoned and spicy. Even the fries were great. Very small place though with a crowded dining area that can maybe seat 12 people. Tons of food for the money. I'll be back for sure.
Will d
Decent enough most of the time. But I’m over the tenders only stuff. COVID’s over . Time to bring thigh and legs etc back into the mix
Carlos Hernandez
King of the Coop is a solid new-addition to the Seminole Heights neighborhood. Their chicken quality is good, plenty of meat for the price. Fries are delicious. Sauce is good. Pickles are good.
We spent about $20-something dollars for 2 people for a business meeting.
My only issue overall is their chicken was a little over-fried which is pretty obvious if you look through any pictures of their food online. Compared to other fried chicken places I have been to in other cities, it doesn't quite match up, but I am not an expert on Nashville hot chicken and will happily admit that.
Personally, I feel like the buzz for the place is fever-pitch and that's okay because it is exciting to have a new spot that is trying to change the chicken game and we're finally moving past everyone being overly obsessed with Chick-Fil-A and Publix chicken.
Despite long lines and a huge amount of interest, they are knocking out orders fairly consistently and well. I noticed plenty of people coming in and out of the place. The restaurant itself is small so plan accordingly, I think that at the pace they are moving at they will grow quickly.
For me, it's not something I'm going to probably be craving on a regular day, but it is something I will tell people to try and give a shot if they're looking for something new and different in Tampa. It's long overdue for this town to have more options in chicken and these guys are really out here trying to change things and I do support that.
Zed Xu
Amazing my friends!! Why did I know this restaurant so late 🥲 They have one of the best fried chicken & fish in Tampa!! And I love love their Nashville hot flavor!!
Cassandra Rivera
Update: my boyfriend was talking about the sandwich he got ALL NIGHT. He insisted we go back today. Tried to call in but they prioritize in person consumers which is totally understandable, so I was on hold and ended up in their parking lot. Totally fine because honestly if I went to sit down and eat I would want to have their attention too. I got to order in the restaurant and the crew was awesome, super personable group. The meal was bomb AF and they graciously included the missing mac from yesterday. We will definitely be back... probably this week to be honest.
I’ll start by saying the food is GOOD and I will most definitely go back. I took away a star because I got take out and when I got home (30 mins away) my side of Mac wasn’t in the bag. Bummer. I’ll double check it next time.
Kristen Cother
Chicken was amazing!! Highly recommend! Minus stars bc they advertised Mississippi catfish and found out it’s actually Vietnamese “catfish” big difference. The chicken is great though seriously
Maggie Malarkey
Just ordered takeout from here tonight! Super delicious food, slightly disappointed however - I ordered the KingMac Sandwich, but when we got home we realized the Mac and cheese was left off the sandwich. Still giving 5 stars because what we did get was 💯💯💯 but will be checking out order before leaving next time 😁 …
David Walker
Average Chicken for $9, Catfish was good, but it's not catfish, it's Swai or Pangasius. $7(one piece only) Loved the pickles!! Loved the Sweet Tea!! French Fries are really good, but huge amount. If in the area I might stop again but I wouldn't go out of my way. Decor and ambiance leave a lot to be desired. Did not see the great service and attitudes that I had read about in other reviews.
I stand corrected by the owner's response.
Please accept my apologies. I'm used to catfish being thicker as a filet and that is why I made this assumption.
Ashley Richardson
The food is incredible here! I've ordered several different items and none of them has disappointed me. The fries are bomb, the king sauce is amazing, and the chicken is juicy and cooked perfectly.
pink diamond
Owner came out to the table personally and allowed me to try the Biddy chicken Great flavor not too spicy definitely will be back.
Anthony
Food is probably excellent, I could not bring myself to eat here as I saw no masks and lax use of gloves.
Update: They have switched to a mask policy and I look forward to trying their nashville hot chicken.
deborah ames
So this is just my personal preference but I like to be served when I'm in a restaurant. I don't like to have to serve myself and bus my own table and you will have to do that. It was very rushed you got to the counter and you really only have a choice of a couple of different items. It seemed like the owner was still training the kids who are doing the cooking....because I heard him saying how to batter the chicken and then fry it. There are only a few tables maybe 8 or so in the entire restaurant . It is very tight. Like some of the other reviews said The chicken was very tasty definitely on the spicy side and the mac and cheese was very good. They give you tons of food but it is pretty pricey. My boyfriend and I decided we would try somewhere else before going back there again.
Amy Valenti
Amazing!!!! Literally the best fried fish and chicken in Tampa. Coming from a Chi town girl who grew up with Harold's Chicken shack .. I love King of The Coop. Seasoned and cooked to perfection every time.
thomas mabe
I love their Nashville hot chicken. I take the regular Nashville level of hot, but the wife and kids prefer the midway level. I've tried all of the sides and they are gret, including greens.
Randy
Had the chicken fingers that were well cooked, their sauces run very warm. Drink selections are a bit lame but it's a small place. The left overs were not as good as hoped, so finish what you want to enjoy there. Pleasant people work there, will return for sure.
Alex Pietropaoli
Fried chicken. Spicy? Not spicy? Doesn't matter. It's all delicious. Come with friends, and enjoy plenty of seating inside and out back. I would steer clear around lunchtime during the week, as it is normally packed with a line out the door... This doesn't necessarily mean that you shouldn't go. This sort of thing wouldn't happen if the food was bad, right? ;)
Njah
Ordered the tender basket, Nashville Hot. Solid portions of chicken, nice breading, nice heat, sides (pickles, fries, and bread) were good. The only problem is the chicken itself. There’s no flavor beyond the breading and heat. An overnight brine would make this place a THING. Right now, it’s alright if you’re in Seminole Heights. Nothing to brave 275 for.
Apeksha Wadhwani Harjani
The best hot chicken in town! Had the best experience and Tony was incredibly kind to us, we will surely be back to try the other menu items!
d f
Wow! Wow! Wow! The hot chicken basket was on point! Sooooo 🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏🙌🤤😍😍 Big shout out to the owner for keeping his word over a year! The. chicken was so good had the best experience last night! Even tured 4 newbies on to the place as well and they ordered a gang of chicken and crushed every bit. I want to try the bbq next door now as well. SOOOO FLIPPEN GOOD! DONT MISS OUT!🙏🙌🥳🥰
Stephanie Torres
I actually really liked the catfish here more than the chicken. The chicken is good but good catfish can be hard to find. I got the chicken sandwich with pimento cheese..which I have to say wasn't grandma's pimento cheese so I didn't care for it so much. That's really just me being picky about my pimento cheese. The chicken was juicy and flavorful. For sweet tea drinkers they have good tea here!
Gabrielle Kossaris
I LOVED the biddy chicken tenders. All the flavor and but not spicy. My three tenders were all a good size, juicy, and crispy. The fries, sauce, and pickles are the perfect addition. Cannot wait to go back.
Precious Stew
My daughter took me to King of the Coop. She ordered online, we had fried chicken tenders and fries. I didn't like the cajuan seasoning salt or whatever seasoning. My niece order didn't have seasoning salt on her food. On a scale to 1-10, I would give it a 7 only because I didn't see any healthy choices on the menu.
Marie Giardina
My new favorite place for chicken! I always order the chicken sandwich with Mac n cheese, Cole slaw and hot pickle all piled together on a fresh bun. Delicious! Don't forget a side order of hush puppies with pimento cheese spread. Your tummy will thank you!😀 …
Alicia Roosa
Ordered for the 1st time here...I got a tenders platter..midway as the heat - I'm a slight wuss to major spice and this had a bite to me..now I must say..the tenders are quite large in size, tender and extremely juicy. The mid way heat was WOW...was not expecting that...in all the right ways. The pickles were delish..will get extra next time. The King sauce is delish and provides the right balance to the heat of the chicken. Wanna try the hush puppies on my next visit.
Jared Briguglio
We’re visiting from Michigan and the food was amazing! Pulled pork and Mac an cheese you can’t go wrong! The staff was super polite checking on my girlfriend and I seeing if we needed anything. Excellent food and great people.
Josh Hawkins
Food was okay, but the place was really weird. It shares a building with a BBQ place. The floor is all sticky. The ceiling tiles are old and sagging. There is no menu up on the wall to look at. Came up from Sarasota, they said open at 11am. We arrived at 11:20ish. They said not opening till 12.
BillysFoodruns
Love this place. The chicken is amazing and they give you a huge cup, the kool-Aid is fantastic. Some of the best chicken I’ve had since moving to Tampa.
Kyle Culpepper
Easily one of the if not the best chicken shops in Florida. Only downside it is far enough that the fires get cold by the time I get home. Ive had just about everything on the menu. Their chicken and fries and chicken sandwiches are
$%#*ing fantastic.
John Strom
I travel and go out of my way to find friend chicken everywhere I go. This happened to be in my neighborhood! Please note that I have eaten at Gus' in Memphis, Hattie B's in Nashville, ChickNSnack in SC, Maryland's (Augusta & Plant City) among many others. KofCoop is OK. I ordered the leg quarter Nash. Hot. Unfortunately mine was overcooked (better than under!) and I was surprised how little meat was actually under the thick crust. The heat factor was perfect but the flavor was just OK. As others have mentioned, the fries were excellent and the sweet tea was good, but the chicken...just OK.
Saahil Panikar
Food is prepped quickly and is absolutely delicious. I've tried everything and would recommend it all. My only complaint is that they sometimes forget an item in your order, and they don't vent the to go boxes so the fries can be soggy.
Rosana Rivera
Always proud to support another Chef's business, especially one as good as this one. At King of the Coop the compliments will flock to easily. On our first visit we had the Biddy Tenders, the Hot Nashville Catfish, creamy collards and the hush puppies. Every item was perfectly executed and with a lot of love. Will tell you that those hush puppies blew us away. The best we've had anywhere! You need to fly, not walk or drive to this place today! Plus the people behind it are the most humble and kind in town! Go at off times if you don't want to wait but if full, it's worth the wait!
Angel Oak Adventures
Utterly fantastic chicken sandwiches that bring the heat if you're looking for it. I'd recommend ordering in person or close to picking up as the amazing fries can get a bit soggy in the fancy to-go containers from the steam. Thanks KotC!
Teresa Collins
They surprised me! The serving size is larger than expected and everything was cooked well. Be prepared for lots of paprika if you order the less spicy options.
Pernella Rivera
I am in love with there food it is phenomenal.
Emily Holbrook
Good food and a really cool vibe! The bar had some great cocktail and local beer options. The staff was also super friendly.
Mister S
Just tried King of the Coop tonight and it was amazing. I ordered from Uber Eats and was looking for something new. I didn't want to spend a lot of money since it was just me. I noticed that Uber had recommended KotC as a great value. Let me tell you they did not lie. I got the Nashville Hot sandwich, it was MASSIVE and delicious. Just the right amount of heat with a touch of sweetness from the cole slaw. If you are like me and hate getting skimped on fries, rest assured that wont happen here either. I am glad I discovered King of the Coop tonight and I will be back!
Great food + great value = 5 stars from me!
Douglas Sawyer
Where so I start? The location is a little small and parking is scarce so prepare for that. Once you get past that, the place is awesome! The service is fast, you can see them making prepping everything so no surprises, the employees are nice and the owner is the most chill guy ever. The food itself is banging! Definitely my new favorite spot in Seminole Heights.
Jason Casey
First time visit and yesssssss the King Mac was what I dreamed of coming here!!! The fries were awesome as well. I will be a forever customer.
Frank Scott
I'm a health coach and wanted to try this place. The food was good and staff was ok. Order tenders and hush puppies with fries and mac n cheese. The chicken was good, the hush puppies were ok, my first order of hush puppies came out burned and one of the staff members tried to justify it but made another batch that came out better. The mac n cheese was good. Needs more hospitality coming from staff. Dont think I would go back based off of hospitality.
Mark Swift
Four stars for the chicken And all the food definitely my new spot to go to.I gave it minus one star Because the dining room is small with no AC and no window blinds the sun light Beams right through the window which Makes the dining room super hot.That is my only complaint other than that the owner was really cool he took his time to explain the different types of sauces and Other items on the menu. I’m sure that in time they will install the AC and put some shade then I will revisit my review and give them a full five stars.Plain and simple I will never eat Chick-fil-A or PDQ again.they finally put an AC in the dining room so I came back and gave them a full 5 stars.
Shawn Kihn
Let’s start by saying the chicken is always amazing but I decided to try the hush puppy’s today and I was very let down they seem to be over fried/very dry. Maybe it was just a fluke I hope they are better next time.
Sheila Mcgaughy
The chicken and waffles are amazing! The tenders are HUGE, they are very juicy as well. I am in love with the fries 😍 This is a must try place! …
Jaime Rogers
The sandwiches were great but I wish there was more of a warning about how spicy their different levels actually are. I like spicy food and got the 3/4 level and it was extremely spicy. I had to take it home where there was more water lol really great food though!
Morris Murray
Tried first time as part of restaurant week. Loved the chicken...will definitely be back. Chicken and fries were delicious. Mac and cheese was just ok.
Jose Chavez
Great new local spot. Place was packed when I came but the employees did an excellent job at providing food as quickly as possible. Chicken tenders were a great size and fries are crisped to perfection. Will definitely be returning.
Alexandria Bishop
We love this place. Logan was like a tall drink of cold water despite the stress of a busy Friday night. We understand the stress of the service industry and appreciate his patience. Also the fact that y'all don't use Frank's is awesome...not that Frank's is bad--its just overdone. So rad. Thank you.
Joe South
Truly the best chicken in Tampa nay, Florida nay, America nay, THE WORLD. Seriously, it's pretty darn tootin good chicken .
Evelyn Aimée De Jesús
When I went the first time I tried the Nashville seasoning, but it was too hot for me. I decided to give it a second try and tried the Biddy. Is delicious! They should think about having a "Nash-biddy". The staff is the sweetest and attentive. Joe, the owner, is a professional.
I wish them the best of success!
J Dell
GREAT food not good but GREAT food and service from ordering to delivery of the food to you. I don’t know if it was the manager or an associate who just takes pride in where he works but he even “Thanked me for my dining with them!” That’s just not something you hear anymore! Oh YEAH the Coop Juice is the truth. I will be back
Lily Ice
Really recommend this place. Everything is just delicious and flavorful. Staff is super friendly.
Zach
The food was cooked and seasoned well, the service was very good as well.
Felipe Fulgencio
A great choice in Seminole Heights, which is quickly making itself Foodie Central in Tampa. The sauce is amazing, and they have wings, although not in the way you ordinarily think of wings. But I won’t spoil it for you. Come try them out for yourself. Searing can be a
Little tight, but it’s worth it.
Jesse Jackson
Stellar fried chicken! They have safe options for those with weak taste buds, they also have that HEAT if you live for the spice. Overall a must go if you are in the area.
* Sit outside if the weather allows they have a beautiful dining area around back many do not know about.
Joey Pacheco
King Of The Coop serves up some tasty chicken with great sides. Their Nashville hot is equal to the real deal! It’s not something I could eat everyday, but definitely a novelty that everyone needs to try.
Jamie Vega
Amazing flavor especially when you're ordering at the spiciest level. They aren't stingy with their servings and menu is fairly priced. Don't skip on those collard greens and hush puppies with the pimento cheese!
BDE Consulting INC
Man, some of they negative reviews are kind of funny:
-they didn’t tell me their sauce was hot
-they wouldn’t sell me a beer
-they wouldn’t take a phone order
-I had to stand outside
Man, some of you need to re-evaluate what you’re complaining about. Do what everyone else does and look at the website and see for yourself what they offer and how to order.
Youve never been? How did you know about the place then? Website maybe? Yelp? Google? It’s pretty clear what they serve and how hot the tenders are.
These are some of the best chicken tenders in the world and only a few of you are salty about it enough to leave a bad, poorly thought out review.
I wish the owner would step up his replies to some of y’all because you’d deserve it for talking my tendies this way.
Anika Zaman
The chicken tenders are very flavorful. I got the Nashville hot chicken tenders and it had the right amount of spice to it. I will definitely order chicken from here from now onwards.
Cody Johnson
Good food (nice size helpings), good flavor and good service. Can’t go wrong if you like delicious chicken tenders and French fries. Their Biddy seasoning was really good.
mario conte
The food is awesome. I drive for uber eats and had to pick up an order and the place was mobbed. It smelled so good i had to go back and try it for myself. Parking is horrendous trying to get in and out is a cluster (you know what) BUT the food is fantastic. I got the King Mac nashville hot style and it was out of this world. Either Uber eats and have it delivered or call ahead and have someone run in and get it while someone waits in the car it will be less of a headache. But definitely give it a try I'll be a regular from now on
Marrie Held
Outstanding food and service. The chicken was excellent. Juicy and perfectly spiced to your taste preferences. And the staff was very helpful and do whatever they could to be helpful. Highly recommend this restaurant. We will be returning.
Sean Lopretto
Had the Nashville Hot chicken sandwich with the Coops Fury rub. Spicy enough that it put me in pain but still had a good flavor, would definitely order with extreme caution. Coop Juice is fire
Carliyah Regis
King of The Coop was amazing I just ate the food and I'm literally dying of goodness juiciness just amazingness like everybody go there because it is amazing and I'll definitely give it a five out of five stars because they know what they're doing in that kitchen and I'll tell you right now they hook me up and I'm about to tear up this food
Anon Blackman
I'm going to give this chicken joint a solid 4 out of 5. You're in the kitchen aa they make your food to order. 3 real chicken tenders & a generous amount of fries is more than enough. I was pleased. Got a homegrown feel. Tenders, fries, & kool-aid!!!!
I would say this is worth a stop. Small menu but they've mastered what they sell which was wvwident by the constant line. Respect!
emily esclangon
Oh My Goodness. The Biddy was so freaking tasty. It was spicy but not too spicy. I loved it, the fries, and the mac. Great kool aid too!!
Sonny Del Monte
Tried it twice, both times felt like it was missing something. Not sure if the chicken needs to be brined more, or fried less or at a lower temp as the crust on the Nashville tastes burnt. Hush puppies were very dry too
Frankie Barrett
The woman at the front was a BEAST! She was friendly, helpful, and hardworking. She had a great attitude! She was preparing and serving to-gos, the cashier, the server. AND the food was great! When I travel back to Tampa, we’ll be back!
Angela Leon
Food is amazing !Highlyr the Nashville Hot strips. Tried the online order process twice on their website, first time was seamless, second time they didn't see the order until I got there. Was hoping for a quick pick-up... currently sitting here and waiting
Bryon Nugent
Drive from Naples just for the King Mac. Awesome sandwich!
Mitchivan Taylorov
.. finally got some competition for the best tenders in town
Amanda Cappello
Chicken is fantastic.
Really irritating that the automatic tips start at 18%, the go up from there, considering the only thing they do is take your order. They don’t deliver food or get you a drink at all.
Also the hush puppies sucked.
Marc Williams
Food is always delicious but the woman working the register was terrible. Rude from start to finish and I ask her why she’s acting like this or if she’s having a bad day and she responds, ‘why yes I actually am.’ I then reply that she shouldn’t take it out on the customers and she doesn’t apologize or even try to look for my food which was sitting on the pick up counter the entire we were talking.
The same day I wrote this the owner reached out to me to fix everything. The owner and management took time out of their day to get my issue handled. Thank you
Me Me
Food is typically good. But someone needs to keep the foul mouth cook in check. If an order gets messed up, take a breather, explain the order needs correcting to other employees and to the customer and just fix it.....
Tom Chesnutt
Great tasting Nashville Hot Chicken with excellent seasoned fries. Mac n Cheese was outstanding. Next visit will be Cat Fish!
Ethan Hansen
Overall great food and decent price. The fries are the best, chicken was amazing, get extra house sauce. The mac and cheese was not cheesy enough and way under-salted, skip it.
matthew summerall
Yes yes yes!! Great chicken. Really cool owner. The Nashville hot is great. next time I am going to step it up a heat level.. I will be returning soon!
Kareem Qaisi
Ordered 3 Nashville hots because I like cole slaw. My sandwich had basically no slaw on it. 3 stars.
Josh Crockett
Great fried chicken. I normally don’t like coated/seasoned fries but these were good. Didn’t love the king sauce and would love to see some additional dipping sauce options.
Slake Counts
Because the spicy King Mac with Coop's Fury Sauce will feed you for 1 maybe 2 days - the staff are so cool and excellent. A cook asked me on the way to my truck how it was. I told him "Dudeman, it rocked my taste buds so big time!"
Joel Morales
Holy cow this is some good chicken. I went in skeptical but this is the best hot chicken I've ever had. Collard greens and Mac and cheese were delicious as well.
Dakota Jacobsen
I say this with zero exaggeration. This was the best chicken sandwich I've ever had. Top notch spice and tender meat. Fries were also a great compliment.
Victor Campisi
The food here is outstanding; it keeps making me want to come back! I've been here multiple times and everytime the food is amazing. I'm especially surprised about the fries, the seasoning is incredible.
Ashley
This place is serious 🔥🔥🔥. We had takeout on NYE and it was, quite possibly, the most delicious chicken I’ve ever had. I’m so excited for their expansion into Wesley Chapel. We will, for sure, become regulars then! …
Amadis Reyes
The chicken is good.The potato tot salad was gross and cold.They only give you 1 dipping sauce when you order 5 tenders.Prices went up.Will only go once in a while at best.
Chris Ervin
Fantastic chicken and car fish. Something you will not get just anywhere. If you love Nashville hot chicken this is your place! Oh and the hush puppies are amazing!
Naida Ward
Love it! Never thought I'd be looking forward to ordering Kool Aid but here we are! Can't wait for them to have a location in the south county area.
Dom Iven
Fantastic food! Great job on hot and juicy, perfectly done chicken. Hush Puppies and Collard greens were perfectly done as well. Great job guys, see you again soon!
Evangeliz Quiles
So good and reasonably priced for good quality and honest service. 3 tenders fries ,bread ,sauce ,pickles and a drink for $9-11 dollars. Only been open for a short amount of time and excited to see them grow and what else comes into the menu!
Jorge Varandas
This is THE hot chicken joint of Tampa Bay. The Nashville Hot is an absolutely perfect blend of juicy chicken, unreal flavor, and kick your teeth in spice.
Shawn Schantz
Got best of the bay 2019 for a reason. These chicken tendies are off the chain. If you are contemplating on going then jus gooo. I get the nashville hot everytime, it has such a signature taste to it and paired with the scrumdeliumptous fries, it is a hearty meal for a quick 10 spot
Christopher Jensen
Not a bad spot, the seasoning they use as opposed to tossed sauces are good but can get a tad overwhelming, just make sure you double check your order when you leave. Overall good place.
Krystal Gilbert
Fantastic food!! ❤️ Service was ok! It was my first time there, I didn't know exactly how there menu worked with the different levels of spicy so I asked and the cashier replied there right there in front of you!
Cooks we're super friendly!
Not alot of seating space but definitely yummy food! 😊
Tony Knott
Highly recommended. Was very happy to find out that they now serve whole wings. Everything was cooked perfectly. I can't wait until they open up in Wesley Chapel as I will be a regular customer.
Fischer Timothy
Good chicken, great fries just a tad bit overpriced in my opinion.
Brian
Best around...im fro. NASHVILLE and this makes me feel at home when take bite of there chicken. I drive 45 minutes to come here.
Theartis Fennell
My first time at the new location. The Kingmac is complete different.
Tam M
Great fried chicken, no substitutions, a bummer if you don't eat fries, 3.00 up charge. VERY limited seating, mostly a to-go place. With all of that said, I go back to great fried chicken.
Kiersten Whelply
This is my favorite place in Tampa for lunch food. I literally crave king of the coop when I go away on vacation. The nicest people work here, the service is fast, and it is the same quality every single time!
Twin mom Hart
Ok food is very good. Employees are good. Parking sucks. Suggestion order your food before you get there especially at lunch and you work. Again delicious. Oh yes you get to pick you hear tolerance AND beware it can get very hot
Eddie Williams
I enjoyed my food. Its was great!!!! I will definitely return... The wicked bbq was awesome.. I can't wait to return..
Katie Clark
King Mac is the go to!! So delicious
Robert Maloney
Really good food, but lackluster customer service to be honest. Every time I’ve ever got food from here, there has been some issue and they cannot refund you on the spot for whatever item is missing. So be prepared for there to be some issue with your order.
Chandler Thompson
Absolutely love this place. It’s right next to my office which I couldn’t be more thankful for. Some of the best fried chicken you will ever have and the staff are always super friendly. Definitely check them out if you are in the area.
Anicee Garcia
The sliders are amaaazing!! They give a reeeaally good portion. Highly recommend the sliders!
Frank H
Amazing food, friendly/helpful staff and quick service... Best Nashville hot place I've had in Tampa so far and the season fries are perfect
Alton Shady
Excellent chicken! A little pricey, but for the size of the portion, it really is a reasonable meal. Incredible flavor and cool staff make this a must visit!
Kc Macias
The flavors were consistent .it really was a coup lol .the chicken was hot..only unsweetened tea that day for drink option that's the minus..I'd recommended ☝️
berthious
Delicious hot chicken, be prepared to sweat. Best eaten with Kool aid of the day.
Saul Perez
Nice place, options for everybody, pizza, hamburger and chicken.
Daiana Andrews
If you've lived on Tampa for more than a year and yet to bless your tastebuds with chicken from King of the Coop then you've yet to live. Best chicken in Tampa. Thank me later.
Ps parking is harsh to put it kindly but the food is soooooo worth it!
Recia Donaldson
The food is amazing! I’m not from Tampa but whenever I come to visit I make sure to stop in. This a small establishment with BIG flavor. I’ll keep coming back for more.
Jessica Jean
Had the Mac attack and it was amazing. Portion size was well worth it and the customer service speed was exceptizonal.
Fitzroy Gallimore
Been looking for a place to get Nashville hot chicken since I went to Nashville last year. This place is as good as it gets! I have no problem driving from wesley Chapel for food.
James Krepps (360CATsanine)
The best chicken sandwich in Tampa.
Roy Evil (Mr. Big 3viL)
Best chicken sandwich in the Bay area hands down.
Eddie Sfeir
Found another reason to venture into Seminole Heights. Nashville Hot is my jam
wanda pardo
It was my first time the food was great. The people were great I recommend to all try their chicken it's off the chain. Yummmmmy you'll come back for more.
Reshawn Wynn
Amazing chicken. I love it!
Kristina Hickman
Hands down the best friend chicken in Tampa!!! French fries are Golden, seasoned, and crispy. The dry rub options for the chicken? 🤤 Wow. …