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Prince’s Hot Chicken — South
$Counter serviceThe family restaurant credited with originating Nashville hot chicken
Last Update: August 6th, 2026
Why we’d go
The reason to put it on your list
Prince’s is not just another stop on a hot-chicken checklist; it is the family story every later version points back to. Choose a heat level for pleasure, not proof, and give bone-in chicken the time it needs.
Plan the meal
A few things worth knowing
Best for
- Understanding the dish at its source
- Bone-in chicken
- A South Nashville food trip
Start with
- Hot chicken on white bread
- Pickles
- Traditional heat levels
Good to know
This profile covers the Nolensville Pike location. Prince’s also operates downtown, at Tanger Outlets, and at BNA; hours and experience differ by location.
Ready to go?
Plan your visit
Check Prince’s Hot Chicken — South’s website for today’s menu, current hours, and reservations, or open the map for directions.
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