Joella's Hot Chicken - St. Matthews

4.5
2195 reviews

About

Restaurant
Joella's Hot Chicken. The place where hearts are always warm and the chicken is spiced just right. At Joella's we spice our 100% antibiotic-free, hormone-free, all-natural chicken just the way you like - from just enough heat to bring out the flavors and warm your heart, to Fire-In Da-Hole, bless your heart. So, come on in & get the Hot Chicken you want off your brain & into your belly.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsNot available

Location

Joella's Hot Chicken - St. Matthews
3400 Frankfort Avenue, Louisville, KY
40207, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.5
2,195 reviews
5 stars
1,520
4 stars
409
3 stars
141
2 stars
70
1 star
55

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Most customers praised the food as delicious, especially the chicken and sides, though some noted inconsistencies in flavor and portion sizes.

Service

The staff received high marks for being friendly, helpful, and providing quick service, with several customers highlighting individual employees for exceptional service.

Cleanliness

While many reviews mentioned a clean environment, there were a few complaints about dirty tables during specific visits.

Atmosphere

The restaurant is generally described as having a welcoming and pleasant atmosphere, suitable for families and casual dining.

Order Accuracy

Several customers reported issues with incorrect orders or missing items, particularly with takeout and delivery.
  • DH
    David Hughes
    1 day ago
    5.0
    Food was delicious, came out quickly and the staff was very friendly and shot out to Gotie the manager he was very kind and made sure our experience was one of a kind.
  • GH
    Goteair Hughes
    1 day ago
    5.0
    Amazing staff and great food loved how the staff was very attentive and even gave me an extra ranch.
  • RS
    Rylie Shelton
    4 days ago
    5.0
    Always fast and reliable service. Super kind workers and it feels like they’re all a family there. Very rare atmosphere to find in fast food.
  • AR
    Anes Ramic
    Nov 8, 2025
    3.0
    Not bad spot, I really didn't know what to order, since it was my first time there. Service is kind of bleak. I tried to get one of the staff members involved in the menu. They weren't really interested in recommending anything. Food is OK, nothing that I would be craving again.
  • HW
    Hailey Welch
    Oct 29, 2025
    5.0
    Me and my man came here for his first time and it was amazing. I got the tenders and he got the sliders. We also got mac and cheese snd fries with jojo sauce , we rate everything a 10/10 ! The staff was amazing & the food came out hot and fresh less than 5 minutes after ordering ! (:

Frequently Asked Questions About Joella's Hot Chicken - St. Matthews

What types of chicken does Joella's Hot Chicken - St. Matthews serve?

Joella's offers 100% antibiotic-free, hormone-free, all-natural chicken, including hot chicken, fried and grilled options, wings, chicken sandwiches, and vegan chicken.

What are the spice levels available for the hot chicken at Joella's?

Joella's features six unique spice levels, from mild heat to Fire-In Da-Hole for those who like it spicy.