If you’re tired of regular fast food and want something with actual flavor, Hangry Joe’s in Annapolis is a good place to try. They’re known for their Nashville-style hot chicken, and people go there just to test how much spice they can handle.

The menu is pretty simple, mostly chicken sandwiches, tenders and wings. But, some of the food items are inspired by Korean dishes as well. What makes it different is that you can pick your spice level, from no spice all the way up to “Angry Hot” which requires a waiver. So basically, you can play it safe or take a risk.

The chicken itself is really delicious. It’s crispy on the outside and perfectly juicy on the inside, which makes it better than a lot of other places. The seasoning actually had flavor too, not just color, so it doesn’t taste plain at all. For example, the medium level is spicy but still easy to eat, so most people would probably like it, But if you get to the hottest level, it’s very intense and kind of hard to finish. That demonstrates they’re not lying about how spicy it is.

Also, the portions are big. If you get tenders with fries, it’s enough for a full meal and maybe even extra.

The place itself is pretty chill and not very fancy. It’s clean, has a modern look, and feels like somewhere you can just hang out with friends. When you walk in, you can already smell the flavors, which makes you even more hungry.

Compared to other places like Chick-fil-A or Popeyes, Hangry Joe’s is way spicier and has stronger flavors. Those places go towards the more basic side, while Hangry Joe’s feels more bold and different.