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    Calif Chicken Cafe

    4.0 (993 reviews)
    ModerateWraps, American, Salad
    Closed 10:45 am - 9:05 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Logan M.

    California Chicken Cafe in Santa Monica is a showcase in knowing exactly what it is and executing without hesitation. The speed alone deserves recognition. Placed the order on the app, food in hand (beating the estimated wait time), no excuses made. Everything comes out cooked to perfection, hot where it should be, fresh where it matters. THAT'S WHAT IS UP. It's pickup only, which somehow makes it better, like the place is politely telling you not to linger. Friendly staff greets you and hooks ya up with a primo parking spot to get your grub. Ambience is 10/10. And yes, I'm about to compliment the parking, because when parking is this dialed, it counts.They have that shit locked down in a way that feels almost luxurious by Santa Monica standards. Overall, CCC never misses on flavor, and that consistency is the real flex. Quality here isn't a marketing word, it's the baseline expectation. This is dependable, efficient, deeply satisfying food that shows up and does the job every single time.

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    Darlene A.

    This is the gold standard for salads and rotisserie chicken. They have an extensive menu with great sides and wraps, but their salads are what keeps me coming back. The Chicken: I only eat white meat, so I'm picky about texture. CCC does it perfectly, the breast meat is always tender and juicy, never stringy or dry. You can really taste the herb seasoning all the way through the meat. The Salads: * Chinese Chicken Salad: my absolute go to. The crunch from the almonds and crispy noodles mixed with the salad veggies are perfect. The Chinese dressing is the best dressing I've ever had (I always get extra on the side). * California Chicken Salad: Great if you love avocado and veggies. The broccoli adds a nice crunch and the balsamic pairs well with the chicken. If you want a quick grab n go they have a website where you can order for pickup. They also have a convenient side window operation where they call your number. It's efficient and the staff is always nice.

    Where is my chicken?! Such a pitiful wrap
    Christiana N.

    My food was fresh - and it was also SO disappointing. The amount of chicken in the Chinese wrap should be a crime for nearly $20. It isn't even worth $10. Where is the protein?! I unfortunately won't be ordering again.

    Green Goddess Salad
    Katie K.

    When I am hungry, don't wanna cook, and don't wanna eat like crap, this is my go to. The goddess salad, no broccoli. It's always perfect. There is no ambiance, because it's all to-go. There is no service, because, it's all to-go. But the salad is solid. And every time I get it, I am never bummed.

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    Joy D.

    After all these years, it's still my go-to spot for to-go salads before work. Their salads are always fresh and so good! Curbside pickup is a breeze -- the staff is already outside ready to take your name, and the food comes out in seconds. Quick, easy, and consistently delicious!

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    Edith J.

    The Caesar wrap was so good! The sauce amount was perfect and the croutons were so good! The Chinese wrap wasn't as good and it comes with sauce on the side so it was a little dry. We also had the lemonade that was very good. We ordered when we got there and waited about 5 minutes.

    Came here with a colleague, as someone who doesn't eat meat...your options are obviously limited and that's totally OK. But if you are going to advertise a wrap as vegan, please make sure there is no chicken inside. So here is a warning to all vegans/vegetarians/non-meat eaters: the Vegan Wrap is not so vegan. There should be a cross contamination warning. Idk maybe there is?

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    I LOVE Ca Chicken Cafe, the food and the service. Unfortunately you can only take out and that does not work for me 75% of the time.

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    Food was good. Service was quick. They only have takeout/pick up. That's good for me!

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    Yummmmm. Always so good and fresh. The portions are very generous, and love the curbside pick up.

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    Ask the Community - Calif Chicken Cafe

    What kind of oils are used for marinade, cooking, and dressing....if any?

    When do you guys plan on opening up the lobby for dining?

    Can we dine in?

    Yes, best to give them a call if there has been changes

    Why isn't Tapatío offered on their DoorDash app but Cholula and Sriracha are 😩?

    Those are the sauces they have available in the restaurant

    Do they take tips? I never see a tip jar or a place on the receipt to tip.

    You can give tips directly to the staff member.

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    50/50 Chicken with the smallest portions of rice and chow mein I've ever seen.
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