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5 great places to get hot chicken in Nashville

Photo: Courtesy of 400 Degrees Hot Chicken Hot chicken and Music City go together like three chords and the truth. Several restaurants around town pay homage to the original Nashville delicacy. Here are five places to start your own hot chicken journey.

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Why it stands out: Open for over a century, Prince's is widely recognized as Nashville's original hot chicken stop. South Nashville: , open Monday-Saturday 11am-10pm.Assembly Food Hall: , open Monday-Wednesday 10am-10pm, Thursday 10am-11pm, Friday-Saturday 10am-1am, Sunday 10am-11pm. Photo: courtesy of @hafu.eats.nyc

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Why it stands out: Bolton's gives customers the courtesy of choosing from six different spice levels, from non-spicy to extra hot. Address: Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 11am-7pm.

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Why it stands out: 400 degrees is the name for the hottest spice level offered. Address: Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11am-3pm, Saturday 12-4pm. Photo: courtesy of 400 Degrees Hot Chicken

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Why it stands out: The family behind Bishop's Meat & Three (which serves more than just hot chicken) the juggernaut , which is probably the most popular hot chicken destination for tourists and residents alike. Address: ; Franklin Hours: Monday-Saturday 11am-8pm, Sunday 10:30am-2:30pm.Photo: courtesy of Bishop's Meat & Three

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Why it stands out: There are multiple ways you can enjoy Party Fowl's hot chicken including in a quesadilla, street tacos, po boy, Cuban sandwich and tenders. See their hours and locations . Get more local stories in your inbox with .Subscribe Support local journalism by becoming a member.

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