Hot Mozz 3 Piece
Three golden fried mozzarella planks — crispy, hot, and seriously cheese-pully. The ideal shareable starter or snack. New at Dave's.
About the Hot Mozz 3 Piece
Three thick planks of real mozzarella cheese, breaded and fried to a deep golden crust. Crispy on the outside, molten and cheese-pully on the inside — a new addition to the Dave's lineup and an instant favorite as a starter or snack.
The 3-piece is the sweet-spot order — big enough to satisfy one person as a snack, yet easy to split as a shareable starter for the table. Each plank is breaded in a seasoned coating and fried fresh so the cheese inside reaches that perfect molten pull. This is the order to get when you want a little more than a single but aren't ready to commit to a full 5 Piece or Hot Box.
The 3 Piece is served à la carte — no fries are included. If you want fries with your mozz, grab the 3 Piece Meal instead, which bundles the same three planks with a side of crinkle-cut fries. However you order it, the Hot Mozz is best enjoyed hot and fresh, ideally with a side of marinara for dipping while the cheese is still at peak pull.
What's Inside the Hot Mozz 3 Piece
Mozzarella Cheese
Real low-moisture mozzarella, cut into thick planks. This is what delivers the signature molten, cheese-pully center when fried hot and fresh.
Seasoned Breading
A seasoned breadcrumb coating creates the crispy golden exterior. It's thick enough to seal in the cheese during frying so it stays molten inside.
Buttermilk / Egg Wash
The cheese planks are dipped in a buttermilk and egg wash so the breading adheres evenly and fries up into an even, golden crust.
Frying Oil
The planks are fried in high-heat oil just long enough to crisp the breading and melt the cheese inside without it leaking out.
Italian Seasoning Blend
A blend of herbs like oregano, basil, and garlic in the breading gives the Hot Mozz its savory, pizza-shop-inspired flavor profile.
Salt
Layered into the breading and seasoning to balance the rich cheese. The sodium content (~780mg per order) reflects this seasoning.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Estimated values — may vary by location and preparation.
How to Customize
Marinara Dipping Sauce
The natural partner. Warm, tangy tomato marinara is the go-to dip for fried mozz — it cuts the richness and brings that pizza-shop flavor full circle.
Dave's Sauce
The signature creamy Dave's Sauce works as a savory, tangy alternative to marinara. Dip a corner and decide which side you're on.
Optional Dave's Spice Dusting
Want a little heat? Ask for an optional dusting of Dave's signature spice over the planks for a hint of Nashville flavor — entirely optional, never required.
The Cheese Pull
Eat them hot and fresh. Pull a plank apart while it's molten for the full stretch — the cheese pull is best in the first few minutes before it cools.
Upgrade to 3 Piece Meal
Want fries? Switch to the 3 Piece Meal, which bundles the same three planks with a side of crinkle-cut fries.
Order the 5 Piece or Hot Box
Feeding more people? Size up to the 5 Piece for a bigger share, or grab a Hot Box to bundle mozz with the full Dave's spread.
Best Pairings
Marinara
The natural partner for fried mozzarella. Warm, tangy tomato sauce that cuts the richness bite for bite.
Best PairingDave's Sauce
The signature creamy dip — a savory, tangy alternative to marinara for your mozz planks.
House Favorite
Saucy Bites
Add a little Nashville chicken to your share board. The saucy bites round out the mozz for a fuller starter spread.
Add Protein
Vanilla Shake
Cold and creamy — the perfect sweet contrast to hot, savory fried cheese. A classic snack-and-shake combo.
Sweet ContrastFrequently Asked Questions
How much does the Hot Mozz (3 Piece) cost?
The Dave's Hot Mozz 3 Piece costs $7.99 at most Dave's Hot Chicken locations in 2026. That's for three breaded, fried mozzarella planks served à la carte. If you want fries included, the 3 Piece Meal bundles the same planks with a side of crinkle-cut fries. Prices are estimates and may vary by location.
What is Dave's Hot Mozz?
Dave's Hot Mozz is fried mozzarella — thick planks of real mozzarella cheese breaded in a seasoned coating and fried fresh to a golden, crispy crust with a molten, cheese-pully center. It's a new vegetarian starter and snack item on the Dave's menu, served in 1, 3, and 5 piece options as well as a slider and meal.
Is the Hot Mozz vegetarian?
Yes — the Hot Mozz contains no meat. It's made from mozzarella cheese, breading, a buttermilk/egg wash, and seasonings, making it vegetarian-friendly. Note that it does contain dairy and egg, so it is not vegan, and it's prepared on shared equipment with chicken.
Is the Hot Mozz spicy?
No — the Hot Mozz is not spicy on its own. It's a savory, Italian-seasoned fried cheese with no Nashville heat by default. If you'd like a kick, you can ask for an optional dusting of Dave's signature spice over the planks, but the spice is entirely optional and never required.
How many calories are in the Hot Mozz 3 Piece?
The 3 Piece Hot Mozz has approximately 360 calories per order, à la carte (no fries or sauce). That breaks down to roughly 21g fat, 27g carbs, and 18g protein, plus about 45% of your daily calcium. Adding marinara, Dave's Sauce, or fries will increase the totals.
What's the difference between the 3 Piece and the 3 Piece Meal?
The 3 Piece is the mozzarella planks on their own, served à la carte with no side. The 3 Piece Meal includes the same three planks plus a side of crinkle-cut fries. If you want fries with your mozz, order the 3 Piece Meal; if you just want the cheese, the 3 Piece is the à la carte choice.
