Cauli Dave's #3: 1 Cauli Tender & 1 Cauli Slider w/ Fries
Cauli Dave's #3 mixes both formats into a meal deal: one breaded fried Cauli Tender, one Cauli Slider, fries, kale slaw, a drink, and Dave's Sauce. Plant-based, all seven heat levels. Vegetarian.
About the Cauli Dave's #3: 1 Cauli Tender & 1 Cauli Slider w/ Fries
Cauli Dave's #3 is the best-of-both numbered combo in the Dave's NOT Chicken lineup โ one bare breaded Cauli Tender for the pure crispy-rub experience and one brioche-bun Cauli Slider with pickles and slaw, rounded out with fries, kale slaw, a drink, and Dave's Sauce. It's the meal deal for anyone who can't choose between a tender and a slider.
At roughly 1,300 calories and $17.99, the #3 lets you taste how the same cauliflower and rub behave naked versus buffered by a bun. Each piece can be its own heat level, so it doubles as a side-by-side heat tasting. Vegetarian but not vegan โ the batter, bun, and slaw dressing contain dairy and egg.
What's Included the Cauli Dave's #3: 1 Cauli Tender & 1 Cauli Slider w/ Fries
1 Cauli Tender
A bare breaded fried cauliflower floret with the Nashville rub โ the pure crispy-and-spicy experience.
1 Cauli Slider
A breaded fried cauliflower tender on a toasted brioche bun with pickles and kale slaw.
Fries + Kale Slaw
A side of crinkle-cut fries and a side of cool kale slaw to round out the meal.
Drink + Dave's Sauce
A fountain drink and a cup of the creamy signature dip complete the meal deal.
The 7 Dave's Spice Levels
Every tender and slider comes in one of seven heat levels at no extra cost. The heat builds as you eat โ order one level below what you think you can handle.
No Spice
Pure crispy flavor โ golden, crunchy, zero heat. Great for kids.
Lite Mild
A gentle whisper of warmth โ very manageable for spice-sensitive eaters.
Mild
Flavor-forward with a friendly kick. A safe first-timer choice.
Medium ๐ฅ
The crowd favorite โ real Nashville balance of flavor and burn.
Hot
Where the chili heat kicks in hard. The seasoning really sings.
Extra Hot
Intentional, lingering heat. Order this one on purpose.
Reaper โ ๏ธ
Carolina Reaper extract โ most locations require a signed waiver.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Estimated values โ may vary by location and preparation.
How to Customize
Free Heat, Any Level
Set the tender and slider each to any of the seven spice levels at no charge.
Plant-Based Meal Deal
Cauliflower replaces chicken in both pieces. Vegetarian (contains dairy & egg).
Pick Your Drink
Choose any fountain drink, or upgrade to a creamy slusher for spice relief.
Swap or Add Sauces
Trade Dave's Sauce for ranch or add extra dips โ they buffer the heat.
Upgrade the Fries
Make the side cheese fries or top-loaded fries for a richer plate.
Best Pairings
Kale Slaw
Included โ the cool slaw gives the bare tender the same contrast the slider already has.
Included
Dave's Sauce
Included, but extra helps with a tender, a slider, and fries to dip.
Must Order
Crinkle Fries
Already in the combo โ neutral, salty crunch between spicy bites.
IncludedFrequently Asked Questions
What comes in Cauli Dave's #3?
Cauli Dave's #3 includes one bare Cauli Tender, one Cauli Slider (on a brioche bun with pickles and slaw), a side of crinkle-cut fries, kale slaw, a drink, and Dave's Sauce.
Is Cauli Dave's #3 vegan?
No. It's vegetarian but not vegan โ the batter, brioche bun, and kale slaw dressing contain dairy and egg.
How much does Cauli Dave's #3 cost?
Cauli Dave's #3 costs $17.99 at most Dave's Hot Chicken locations in 2026.
How many calories are in Cauli Dave's #3?
The meal contains approximately 1,300 calories, including the tender, slider, fries, slaw, and a standard fountain drink.
Should the tender and slider be the same spice level?
Not necessarily โ a bare tender runs hotter than a slider at the same level because the bun and slaw buffer the burn. Many people order the tender a level lower to balance the two.
Is Cauli Dave's #3 gluten-free?
No. The breading and brioche bun contain wheat, and the fries share fryer space with breaded items, so it's not gluten-free.
