Prince's Hot Chicken Shack South

You can usually rely on Prince’s to deliver perfectly seasoned, crunchy, and still-moist tenders, along with a messy but delicious sandwich doused with a sweet heat sauce reminiscent of Frank’s Red Hot. But they have some inconsistency issues—there’s a small chance you'll get some dry and overly salted chicken. Still, we recommend it if you’re looking to try all the big poultry players in Nashville, since Prince’s is the reason hot chicken exists in the first place. It’s also a great spot for sampling a few flavors, since you can order tenders by the piece with different spice levels. They have locations all around the city, but we like the spot in Nolensville Pike best. Just know it’s more of a bar and grill than community center, unlike the original location that closed in 2018.