I was introduced to this spot by my son while he was at UTD. Now that he is out, we have to drive up from Waxahachie. And we do. This is the GOAT of chicken!! I have gotten the HOT tenders several times and I can tell you that spice-wise I was sweating and an one point tearing up... but I didn't stop because OMG CHICKEN!! SO crisp... SO tender... SO spicy.... absolute heaven and the fries.... nomz. I do think next time I will drop to MEDIUM (which is supposed to be "jalapeno" level) because I had to stop after 3 of my five tenders at HOT level. The staff there is FANTASTIC, fun, practiced and great at what they do. The restaurant is small with a couple of tables and a window bar, but Alamo Drafthouse has tables a couple of doors down or there is your car :) RICKY'S baby, they won't do you wrong. and get the RANCH dip, it is greatness!!

I don't have any pics because the bird nests we got were so good the food was gone before I had a chance. Plenty of chicken and fries and the comeback sauce just brings it all together. Oh and the vinegar coleslaw and pickle add just the right taste. Service was friendly and they were super busy. Place smelled amazing. If you were not hungry before entering you will be. Enjoy!!!

Everything about this place is great! When you walk in there is a small eating area (looks like you mainly pick up for takeout) and a full line of employees making fresh chicken. My husband and I ordered the HOT chicken (Half chicken and I got the tenders). The size on these meals were enough for two people. Let me stay the HOT is HOTTTT and I forgot my tums, but it was so good. The chicken tenders and half chicken were fried just right, with the perfect crunch, the zesty fires amazing, and the cole slaw was just the right amount of vinegar to beat the heat. I already have plans to go back!

BOMBBBBB! Best chicken I have had in DFW period. There is a line usually, but they are organized and they get you your fresh chicken in a timely manner. I literally have no complaints. This is now in rotation for sure.

I came here for the ducks only, jk. I had the xL Hot & man I was sweatin. The fries were delicious as well. Small location but they have a great system which keeps a constant flow inside. Great spot and great food

OMG this place was amazing! Where do I even start about the food? The chicken has the best consistency all around. The crunch is not too powerful but not too soft. The absolute KING of crunch. The actual chicken is SO GOOD too!! And oh man, the sauce is just too good. The fries were on the average side of things but I didn't expect that they were great. And last but the HEAT!!! I know someone who loves heat. Like REALLY loves heat. Ghost Pepper type heat. He only tried the X-Hot and started having the hiccups. Do NOT under any circumstances try the A-Bomb. Unless you don't like breathing. The service is AMAZING with our chicken being out within less than 3 minutes. And the outside does not look spectacular and so does the inside but has a unique ambiance that I have not experienced. Chicken: 9.8/10 Service: 9.9/10 Ambiance: 9.3/10 Overall:

Whenever I'm looking for a chicken fix, this is where I go; hands down the best hot chicken in town! The service here is always great. Despite the long lines, they get you in and out quick. I've tried almost everything on the menu, but my go-to are the wings... it's just so good! It's something about the seasoning that gets you hooked. BEWARE: their spicy levels are serious business. I've had the mild, medium, and hot and that's as far as I'm willing to go without sacrificing enjoyment from every bite.

If you're looking for Nashville HOT, this is the place to get it! Super friendly staff, simple menus, quick process, AMAZING FOOD!! It's a small place so don't expect to be wowed here. There is a big and clear menu with all the options and a Spice Meter as well. They have different varieties of chicken meat (tender, legs, thighs etc..), sides, and heat levels. Take your pick, order at counter, and wait till they call your name (it took about 10mins) We got the chicken n waffles which is available on weekends only- so hearty, so crispy, so juicy, and oh boy did it hit the spot (heat level HOT) And we got an order of the tender (XHot - ghost scorpion heat ) the server gave us a fair warning ‼ when we got this one! For the sides we got the Fireballs (cheese curds), Shake Fries (which were crunchy, with the perfect spice flavors) and the comeback sauce! Overall the food was super delicious and pretty much perfect!!! If you're looking for that kick in the a** - this is a must try!

This place always serves hot fresh food! & I do mean Hot Chicken! Not just spicy, but freshly made to order... They have a greet variety of items, which makes ordering easy. My kiddo enjoys their tenders, wife loves their legs & thigh, and I am a big fan of their Bird's Nest! My girls can only handle mild & I'm barely able to enjoy medium! I tried hot once, and it was just too much spice to enjoy comfortably. At least for me, So do yourself a favor and make sure you know what spice level you're into before ordering it.

Okay, this review is long overdue. Went to Ricky's for the first time after being hyped for so long. True to self, I thought it's just gonna be an overhyped spot, but after experiencing Ricky's first hand, I gotta say the hype is real. Let's get some of the complaints out of the way, starting with their business hours. They're open for a bit during lunch time and then again for dinner. When I say a bit, it's literally only a few hours, so if you want to get your chicken dinner, you better get there fast (by 7 pm). Speaking of hours, they do run out of certain things, come early, so you can get what you want. Last is their location, specifically the Richardson one. There's practically no seating, so just be prepared to eat in your car or take it to go. They will put your food in a to go container anyway. So with all those complaints, is it worth it? In my opinion, it's a resounding hell yes!! I visited Ricky's 3-4 times in a week; something I don't do very often. I wanted to make sure that it's not just a fluke before writing a review. I tried both the bird's nest and the quarter bird. Both were amazing!! The tenders are so juicy and flavorful even without the sauce. The combination of slaw and fries and sauce made it the perfect meal. As for the quarter bird, the bone-in pieces are even better. Ricky's doesn't just try to hide behind its spiciness like most hot chicken establishments do; they also seasoned their chicken so well that they can stand on their own!! Honestly, there's not much else I can say when it comes to good fried chicken, and Ricky's definitely has one of the best hot chicken. Speaking of spicy, fair warning that their hot chicken is HOT, so please start off with medium even if you're an avid hot chicken fan. My friend, who has a very high spice tolerance, ordered half hot and half extra hot or something, and he was bawling all the way (had to stop mid way and continue his meal because the spice kicked his ass). Luckily he didn't throw up, especially not in the sink. Ricky's staff prob has seen their fair share of people soiling the sink that they put up the sign (pictured) in the bathroom. Two other aspects I love about Ricky's are their prompt service and value. You order at the counter and wait till they call your name. You can have your meal there if there's space, but the tables were full every time I went there. Your meal also comes with fries and drinks, so there's no need to order separate, which makes it a perfect spot for me to frequent lol All in all, I can't say enough good things about Ricky's despite the minor complaints. I do hope they stay humble and continue to maintain their quality. And for us, dear patrons, the least we can do is to NOT throw up in the sink please!