Diablo Hot Chicken
📍 East Austin, Austin · Opened March 2026
Diablo Hot Chicken at a glance
About
- Nashville-style fried chicken with Mexican chiles
- Choose-your-spice system from mild to inferno
- Casual, counter-service East Austin spot
- Crisp, double-battered crunch
- Bright, tangy sides to cool the heat
Diablo Hot Chicken turns classic Nashville hot chicken up several notches with bold Mexican heat and bright, tangy accoutrements. The counter-service spot in East Austin pairs perfectly crisp, spicy fried chicken with playful sides and a choose-your-own-spice system that makes every visit its own dare. Expect flavorful heat, crunchy texture, and a vibe that’s unapologetically rowdy.
What to Order
Diablo Hot Chicken Sandwich
A double-battered breast slathered in house chile paste, tangy slaw, pickles and a soft bun — choose your level of damnation.
Spice Ladder Wings
Crispy wings tossed on-the-spot with progressively hotter chile blends so you can climb (or fall off) the ladder.
Inferno Tenders & Fries
Golden hand-breaded tenders with blistering sauce and crunchy seasoned fries built for dunking and daring.