DaBaby's No Knife Chicken & Waffles faces price debate in Charlotte

DaBaby No Knife Chicken & Waffles Charlotte restaurant menu pricing controversy soul food

Rapper DaBaby has opened a new restaurant, No Knife Chicken & Waffles, in his hometown of Charlotte, North Carolina. The establishment's grand opening drew large crowds, with some customers waiting up to three hours to dine.

Following the launch, the restaurant has faced significant social media criticism regarding its menu pricing. Notable items causing debate include a $45 Soulfood Cornbread Waffle topped with collard greens, candied yams, and mac and cheese, as well as $15 plain waffles and $6 bottled water. Many critics noted that chicken must be purchased separately for an additional $10.

In response to the backlash, DaBaby defended the costs in a radio interview, stating that the menu offers an “elevated dining experience” and that the ingredients, such as homemade cornbread and fresh sweet potatoes, justify the price. He remarked, “this is really a $100 waffle!” and suggested that customers seeking more budget-friendly options could visit Waffle House.

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Charlotte · Charlotte Observer · Complex · DaBaby · No Knife Chicken & Waffles · Waffle House

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[○ 1 SOURCE] Waffle prices at No Knife Chicken & Waffles range from $15 for plain to $45 for specialty toppings. blacknews.com
[● 2 SOURCES] DaBaby has not directly addressed social media criticism regarding his restaurant's prices.
[● 2 SOURCES] A reporter waited three hours for food at the restaurant.
[○ 1 SOURCE] No Knife Chicken & Waffles opened on Atando Avenue on a Sunday morning. blacknews.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Bottled water is priced at $6 at the establishment. blacknews.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Customers can add six chicken wings to a waffle for an additional $10.