“ I’ve been having Nashville style hot chicken in California and Texas for a while now and was driving through Nashville- thought I’d check this place out. Literally if the best hot chicken I’ve ever had before was a 10/10- these guys made sure to make that an 8/10 at least! EVERYTHING was perfect- the tender chicken thigh with the crunchiest crust- the pimento cheese and the pickles. Will DEFINITELY be back if I’m ever driving through Nashville. The 5/5 rating on Google is no joke. Try it out. ”

“ I have been trying to align my schedule so I could try Brave Idiot for quite some time now. But the wait was well worth it. All the offerings are definitely fun and creative but I knew I had to try the classic hot chicken sandwich for my inaugural visit. I ordered heat level 7 and it was definitely a nice mix of hot, tasty and painful. The pimento cheese is a nice addition and the classic pickles are of high quality. We also got the Donut Boi as it was very much brunch time and this sandwich definitely encapsulates that well. The donut adds a nice sweetness to the very rich combination of smash burger, cheese and a fried egg. The sandwich was a bit structurally unsound but still ridiculously delicious; just get plenty of napkins. Overall a great meal that was made even better by the cat owner discount, just show them your kitties! I'll definitely be back, hopefully very soon. ”

“ Stopped here while visiting Nashville for the week. My husband and I split a hot chicken sandwich and tenders at the level 6 (hot). This was our third and favorite hot chicken spot we tried during our visit. The spice and flavor was fantastic and the chicken was cooked to perfection - nice and juicy, not dry at all. ”

“ Once upon a time in Thailand, I ordered a Thai salad. The server asked if I wanted it spicy. I puffed up my chest and said, “Yes, spicy.” He raised an eyebrow. “Thai spicy or American spicy?” he asked, already knowing the answer. “Thai spicy,” I replied with full confidence and zero survival instinct. What arrived at my table was less a salad and more a culinary fire drill. It was 98 in temperature and 10,000 in attitude. One bite in and I was transported to the gates of Mount Doom—eyes watering, soul leaving body. It was glorious. Fast forward to today at Brave Idiot—my friend and I became the actual brave idiots who dared to tango with the infamous level 9. We started humble: three level 3s, three level 7s... then, like true spice warriors, we summoned one (yes, just one) level 9 and split it into six modest, fear-soaked pieces. Each of us took a bite the size of a communion wafer... and spent the next 20 minutes contemplating our life choices in silence and tears. Now don’t get me wrong—I LURV spicy food. I chase heat like some people chase clout. But this? This was a different realm. A spiritual awakening via capsaicin. All that said, the chicken? Juicy, flavorful, perfectly seasoned. The heat doesn’t overpower—it seduces, then slaps. And the cacio e pepe pasta salad? Chef’s. Freaking. Kiss. Highly recommend this spot for all your Nashville hot chicken dreams and near-death experiences. Just don’t say I didn’t warn you about levels 8–10. Proceed with caution... and a gallon of milk. ”

“ Authentic style Nashville hot chicken with a twist. This is a must stop spot for locals and travelers alike. They usually offer the traditional chicken tenders, but the rotating menu allows for a different experience every time you visit. Everything I’ve had here is absolutely delicious. Make sure you look at the menu the day of your visit. If you need a drink you can hop into No Quarters for a Coke or beer. The heat levels are true to Nashville fashion, so make sure you order a lower heat level on the menu if you don’t have much affinity to spicy food. ”

“ Absolutely amazing. The burger is one of the best I've ever had in my life and I eat a lot of burgers. Their hot chicken hash brown is amazing too. I've had their hot chicken before and it was absolutely amazing. Also, just a side note. I was on my motorcycle and extremely limited for space, they made some changes to make my whole order fit in my backpack and I couldn't be more appreciative. 10/10 must try if you're curious. ”

“ Unbelievable chicken, unbelievably hot. Do not underestimate the validity of the 1-10 scale. Anything over 6 is not for most, 9 makes you cry, convulse, and hallucinate. 10 will likely put you in the hospital and ruin your day. Don’t do it. I can really handle spicy, Thai spice, ask for 10/10 at most places... not here. Don’t do it. Amazing chicken and friendly people. Sunny chipotle sauce is amazing. ”

“ Definitely one of the best restaurants or food trucks in the city that also makes the spiciest hot chicken I've ever tried by a longshot, even compared to the max heat levels at places like Princes, Hattie B's, Bolton's and others while still having a felicious authentic flavor. The double smash crunchwrap was also one of the best food items I've ever tried in my life which I also highly recommend trying. Everything here in general tastes exceptionally high quality and the prices especially for a food truck are reasonable. ”