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    Charlotte’s Kitchen

    4.7 (112 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Patio out front
    Janice P.

    I was in the area for meetings and next thing I knew it was 2 pm and I was starving. Glad I stumbled on Charlotte's! I have eaten a lot of chicken sandwiches over the years, but this just is different. Better. So many places serve chicken sandwiches, but this wasn't just a quick bit. It was uniquely flavorful in a category that can be really blah. I looked at the options and decided to do something I hadn't even thought about before -- a chicken sandwich named the Crab Rangoon? Uh, what? It was a great chicken breast hot, juicy, etc BUT something about sweet chili sauce and crisply won tons just makes it a different experience. So yummy! And everything about it screamed FRESHNESS!!! I thought I'd try the mac and cheese and it's good. Really good for a drive through (I was headed an hour or so north so I ate a bit and kept running). The patio looked nice. The service was pretty fast and they were nice. The sign in the window of the drive through made me chuckle cause it was the week of the intrastate rivalry football game. Stumbled on it while traveling but this is a place I would 100 percent seek out if I wanted a quick bite in the area.

    Tank G.

    This is a nice fast food style chicken joint. They primarily serve chicken sandwiches and chicken tenders. They have a private parking lot available for their patrons. There is a decent sized dining area to eat at. There is also an outdoor patio area in front of the place. If you are trying to be efficient with ordering your food, there is a drive through that you can take advantage of. I had limited interaction with the staff, mostly just placing my order, but they were nice enough when I did interact with them. You place your order at the counter and they will bring it to your table if you are dining in. I ordered the chicken sandwich of the week, the taco chicken, with a side of brussles sprouts. It took about 8 minutes for them to prepare my meal. It was fresh, hot and delicious. The brussels sprouts were so delicious. They were amazing. The sandwich was also very tasty. This is a very nice local restaurant and I am happy that I was able to check it out. They really do have the best chicken around. If I am ever in Des Moines again, I will definitely be checking this place out.

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    Dawn M.

    This chicken sandwich is a guaranteed hit and don't be afraid to give one with a twist, a try. Crab Rangoon is really good! However this trip I went with Mac and Cheese bowl with Nashville Hot sauce and it was delicious. The pickles added to the flare!

    Nashville Hot Wrap Combo (side of coleslaw and fountain drink)
    Catrin W.

    Good place to stop for a casual, quick bite with seating inside or a drive thru option. The staff is helpful, but everything is self serve. The combos we ordered includes a main (sandwich, wrap or salad) with a choice of a side and a drink. Highly recommend the Nashville hot chicken!

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    JemuelnleAnne M.

    Amazingly delicious. The sandwiches were yummy and the location was clean. I think it was a good lunch choice

    Food so filling we had to take half of it home!

    The crabrangoon burger was phenomenal. Guy at counter was nice. The inside is very chill

    Crab Rangoon chicken sandwich
    Sydney C.

    Best chicken sandwich!!!! Charlotte's has a simple menu as well as creative weekly specials. It is great while dining in or going through the drive thru and the staff is happy to be there. Crab Rangoon sandwich or Nashville sandwich are my favs and the brussel sprouts are so good (also great ranch)!

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    Ronnie T.

    Great chicken sandwiches . The tenders not so as it was overly salty . I could hardly taste the chicken . I have never tasted a tender so salty in my life . Why?!!! I love to love them but it might put me off from visiting again . Edges of the seat were filthy . I know because my son dropped his phone in there . If u have time please bring the seats out and clean them please

    Daniel E.

    Charlotte's Kitchen is a good story - read the wall; it was a positive visit. This restaurant looked somewhat fast-food, and the order-taker was kind and helpful during our first Q&A. His information helped us make good choices. I enjoyed my perfectly seasoned chicken tenders with a tasty Charlotte sauce. My accompanying cole slaw was good. The interior has some fun artwork and community-related items, and I love the chicken feet upholstery. It's good 80s music, but I could have lived without the ads on the FM channel--plenty of on-site parking.

    Crab Rangoon Chicken sandwich
    Ryan K.

    Staff were super friendly, service was very quick. I had the crab rangoon chicken sandwich, which was very tasty. The chicken was perfectly cooked and crunchy, the fries were also very good. Restaurant is very bright and open, looks like a great place to take a group of friends.

    Original chicken sandwich
    Tim C.

    Simple. Great. Chicken Sandwich. The staff is the friendly, patient and kind. It was truly like you were being welcomed in to a family table. We were greeted by Aaron & he answered everyone of our questions as if we were the only customers - and it was packed! Board games were even available to help you stay awhile! The menu is simple, but the food was delicious. We tried several different chicken sandwiches and sides. The highlight in our group was the egg nog shake, made with AE egg nog, a local legend in itself. The crab rangoon chicken sandwich is popular. It's unique and tasted great. The bun is perfect and the chicken is fresh. To add variety to the menu, the introduce weekly specials that are rarely duplicated. This week's was a black truffle chicken sandwich. So good, I think it should stay on the menu.

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    Kristyn M.

    I am pretty sure we just found our new favorite local chicken sandwich. What once was a food truck had been a brick and mortar for some time. Finally, I decided to check it out on a Wednesday evening. Option for drive thru, but for our first time, we wanted to sit and enjoy. What used to be the local DQ back in the day is now a perfect setup for a walk-up counter order and small seating area. We were greeted kindly as we reviewed the menu on the wall. I like picking on the staff and asking if she's tried it all. She says she's just had the BBQ chicken. While I was thinking my hubby asked what the special sandwich was. It's on the menu with a question mark. Perfect for a rotator option. Right now, it was the Queso chicken. Hubby's eyes lit right up. He had made his choice. This made mine easier as I went with the most popular Crab Ragoon chicken sandwich. Everything looked bright ave clean from the counter as we ordered, which is a good sign. We both got meals. Both ordered fried chicken. Hubby upgraded his fries to cheese balls for an extra $2.00. You grab your number. You fill your drink at the machine. You grab a seat. We didn't wait for more than 10 minutes, and the food came out, and it was hot! They bring it to your table and you enjoy it. The piece of chicken in the beautiful bun is a real treat. It was really crispy and juicy on the inside We both enjoyed our meals. We both agreed that for the extra $2 there was a lot of cheeseballs. We filled up and decided we would be back. Highly recommend for a great fried chicken sandwich. Locally owned. Small business. Great story. Great job all around.

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    Employees were very personable. Food was good, fries were fabulous! It's a great place to get a chicken sandwich.

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    Food and service are always top notch!! Brussel sprouts are a must have, and their chicken is never dry. It's really amazing.

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    2 years ago

    They food was ok but it just wasn't in a convenient spot for the restaurant. I would have loved to see it in a more easy to access location.

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    4 years ago

    Really good chicken have had 5 different meals and all 5 were amazing! Highly recommend the chicken strips!!

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    4 years ago

    Amazing chicken sandwiches with fun choices like crab rangoon. They also have unique sides like brussell sprouts. Would highly recommend.

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    3 years ago

    Great chicken sandwiches and fries are awesome. Small place that used to operate out of a food truck... they may need more space.

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    4 years ago

    Fantastic food and service! So many options. Make sure you get a shake!! Can't wait to go back.

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    3 years ago

    Chicken sandwiches are so good, crispy breading, super tender and juicy meat. Yum meter 10/10 yummy

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    3 years ago

    I love the fried Brussel sprouts. The staff is quite friendly. I received my food quickly.

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    4 years ago

    Freiendly, fast service with the best chicken sandwich I've ever had! Brussels Spouts Fire, Crab Rangoon Chicken Sandwich

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    3 years ago

    Delicious food. Helpful employees I've always had an excellent experience at Charlotte's.

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