Blazin’ Hot Chicken opened in Louisiana because a group of friends wanted to bring Nashville hot chicken to their home state. The restaurant originated in Lake Charles. It is conveniently located within walking distance to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette; a perfect addition to the food options for UL students.
They offer many food combinations that include their chicken tenders. From crunchwraps and sliders; they have it all.
I went around lunch time so it was really busy. The drive-thru was packed, but there was only one other person inside. The artwork on the walls was very vibrant and filled with chickens.
The customer service was friendly. Upon walking in, I was greeted by a male worker. After my order was placed, it wasn’t long before I got it. I placed my order for dine in, but it was accidentally put in as if to go by the worker. I was a little disappointed and ended up taking the order to eat at UL Lafayette.
I got the Blazin’ #2 and #6 with the hot spice level. The spice levels included country, mild, medium, hot, xtra hot and blazin’ hot. To be able to get the blazin’ hot spice level, there was a waiver you had to sign by the register. My drink of choice was a Gold Peak sweet tea. The drinks were self-serve and there was a drink station with many options.
I genuinely enjoy spicy food, but I do’t think I could handle any other spice level above hot at Blazin’.
Blazin’ #2 consisted of 3 tenders, waffle fries, pickles, sandwich bread, honey mustard and Blazin’ sauce. The flavor of cayenne pepper was prominent, but I could still taste the flavor of the tenders. The tenders were moist and not dry. I made a sandwich out of my meal by putting the chicken tender inside of sandwich bread and adding pickles, fries, Blazin’ sauce and honey mustard on top.
Blazin’ #6 is loaded fries that consist of fries, 2 tenders, mac and cheese, honey mustard, blazin’ sauce and pickles. The fries remind me of Chick- Fil-A fries. This one is my favorite item on the menu and I’ve tried every one. The spicy and sweetness just balance each other out. I’d recommend eating it fast or it does get soggy.
Blazin’ Hot Chicken reminds me of Raising Canes, but better. They have bigger tenders than Canes. The Blazin’ sauce reminded me of Canes sauce. The honey mustard sauce was a little too liquidy. I expected it to be a little thicker.
The prices are cheap. Both of my meals with a drink came out to $28. The prices range from $9-$13. It is very feasible for a college student.
Blazin’ Chicken is located at 1011 E University Ave Suite B, Lafayette, LA 70503. They are open Sunday to Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. and Thursday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3:30 a.m.
Blazin’ Hot Chicken is a great addition near UL Lafayette since it is cheap and is open late. It will come in handy for late night classes, study sessions, a night out and finals week.