Update 1:
Decided to go back today to see how consistent they might be, and to try the Sandwich @theoffalo @Haeldaur @A5KOBE all recommended.
Note: We showed up around 1:30 p.m. and the line was about 20 deep, LOL. Waited about 40 minutes in line, but finally got in. At around 2:30 p.m. it was calmed down (only 7 people in line).
Fried Chicken Dark (Leg & Thigh), “Country” Style (No Heat):
We had the Breast & Wing last time, so I wanted to try their traditional Fried Chicken (no sauce) for dark meat.
Delicious yet again! 
The Fried Chicken has a crunch and is crisp on the outside, and tender, juicy and well-seasoned on the inside.
They were sold out of their Fried Chicken Sandwich! 
Apparently it was their morning delivery of their buns for the Sandwich that never made it, so we opted to try the next level of heat.
Fried Chicken Dark (Leg & Thigh), “Hot” Style (“Burn, Baby, Burn”), Level 4:
Note the darker, ominous crimson coloring… I was thinking Level 3 “Medium” was fine, so how bad could Level 4 be?
Woo! This was beyond Jitlada’s Level 4 (which is really bad). 
Taking the first bite, it seemed only lightly spicy, but there was an immediate burn. But then after a few seconds… Oh yah! WOW! I started to sweat. This serious burn and heat started hitting me, and I started sniffling, LOL. A few seconds after that, I couldn’t feel my mouth! 
About 45 minutes later (after I stopped eating), was able to feel my lips again.
But seriously, I think I got that “capsaicin high” that people talk about, because I wanted to keep eating a bit more of the Chicken. It was delicious, but not overly painful actually, just a monstrous burn.
I found out that for Level 4 they add the infamous Ghost Pepper! Wow.
Pro Tip: Do not attempt to rub your eyes unless you thoroughly wash your hands (repeatedly), LOL. 
We were originally going to attempt Level 5 “X-Hot” (“You’ve Been Warned!”), but found out for Level 5 they use a blend of Ghost Pepper, Red Habaneros, and Carolina Reaper Chilies! 
The server warned us it’s “9 out of 10” for spicy.
And that Level 6 “Howlin!” (“Can’t Touch This. 10++”) is not to be messed with, LOL.
For all the FTC Chili-heads please report back on this experience, I won’t be ordering that. 
Cucumber & Sweet Onions with Creme Fraiche:
It was fortuitous their Daily Market Side dish was a cool Cucumber & Sweet Onions Salad. Phew! The cooling power of the chilled Cucumbers with fresh Dill and the Creme Fraiche helped to calm the inferno that was their Level 4 “Hot” Style Chicken.
It was refreshing, cooling and fragrant.
Howlin’ Ray’s continues to deliver some delicious Fried Chicken. I can’t wait to go back and try all of the FTC’ers recommended Fried Chicken Sandwich next time.
Initial Hours (extended Hours will be added once they settle in):
Wed - Sun
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Howlin’ Ray’s Nashville Hot Chicken
727 N. Broadway Ave #128
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Tel: (213) 935-8399
