Nothing hits the spot like a juicy, flavorful piece of chicken that’s been cooked just right. If you’ve ever heard of Hot Chicken Takeover in central Ohio, you should know it’s worth all the fanfare and hype you’ve likely encountered. It’s a picnic style restaurant that specializes in local chicken prepared in a Nashville hot style that’s downright addicting.

Here’s why this one-of-a-kind restaurant belongs at the very top of your Ohio dining bucket list:

Hiding on the second floor of The North Market is one of the capital city's best kept secrets: Hot Chicken Takeover. There are also locations in Easton Gateway (pictured) and Clintonville.
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North Market Address: 59 Spruce Street, Columbus, OH, 43215
Here, the line forms fast, but the line also moves fast—because everyone is here for one thing and one thing only. The chicken is insanely delicious.
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You can visit the Clintonville location daily from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Address: 4203 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43214
The "juicy, perfectly fried chicken, that's rubbed with a secret cayenne-infused paste" is what keeps locals and visitors alike coming back for more. It's Nashville-style hot chicken at its finest.
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You can also visit the Easton Gateway location daily from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Address: 4198 Worth Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43219

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Once the fresh, 100% local chicken is gone, it's gone, so be sure to get in line in plenty of time here.
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(Thankfully, there's a running count on the wall to let you know what your chances are.)
If you don't know if you can handle the heat; don't worry. You can choose your level of spiciness.
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Note: The North Market location is open daily from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Whatever you do, don't skip the sides. They're just as mouthwatering and we highly recommend trying Ma's Mac.
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Added bonus: This homestyle eatery also offers free sweet tea and house made syrup and ranch with every order.

Have you ever been to Hot Chicken Takeover before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

For more mouthwatering chicken in Ohio, check out our previous article: The Chicken Wing Trail Through Cincinnati That’s Worthy Of A Food Coma.

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