Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken in El Cajon, CA, definitely has the best southern…read morebiscuits in San Diego. I've visited the Carolinas many times when I lived in the east coast and had some of the best biscuit sandwiches that I've ever had. It's nice to have this biscuit place in San Diego. The first time I tried Rise Southern Biscuits, was during Yelp Elite week. I used their phone App to place my order but I highly recommend that you place your orders inside the restaurant because the phone App doesn't have the full menu. I notified the owner about it. It's missing a lot of the sweet options like the blueberry beignets and fresh donuts etc. The owner indicated that he would notify corporate about the missing items on the App. I ordered 4 blueberry sausage biscuits and 3 plain biscuits on the App. The biscuits were pretty big and the blueberry biscuits were covered in a delicious sweet glaze. Once inside the store, I placed the order for the blueberry beignets. I spent a total of $53 dollars. These biscuits are not cheap but are made fresh daily. With the 3 plain butter biscuits, I ended up making my own bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches. FYI, It's a lot cheaper buying the biscuits separately and making your own sandwiches at home. All said and done, my parents really enjoyed the biscuits and beignets. If you decide to dine in, there's plenty of seating. I look forward to trying their Nashville chicken sandwich next time. Give it a try! Happy Yelping :)

I visited this spot after seeing it on Instagram and decided to check it out. Overall, it lived up…read moreto expectations. The blueberry biscuit was a standout--soft, flavorful, and well-made. The tater tots were also very good, crispy and seasoned well. Everything I ordered tasted fresh and satisfying. The ordering process is straightforward: you place your order at a kiosk and then receive your food in a bag shortly after. The service was quick and efficient, which made the experience smooth. Solid place for a quick bite, especially if you're looking for simple comfort food done well. I would come back again.

Hungry? Craving a chicken sandwich? Drop everything and come here. It's just around the corner and…read moreserves one of the best and most reliable chicken sandwiches you'll ever take a bite of. My go to is the Classic Side Chick with their house spicy aioli on the side. The Hot Chick is VERY spicy. I can handle heat, but having the sauce on the side is much more enjoyable in my opinion. You get to appreciate the crispy chicken, the fresh toppings, and the sandwich as a whole without the spice overpowering everything. If you're looking for a spot that consistently delivers a great chicken sandwich, this place absolutely hits the mark.

Got you! Here's the corrected version for Side Chic:…read more "Okayyyy Side Chic did NOT disappoint I ordered the chicken Caesar salad, fried chicken sandwich, and fries... everything was sooo good. The chicken sandwich was crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor, and the fries were perfectly seasoned. Even the Caesar salad was fresh and delicious. Definitely one of those spots you keep thinking about after you leave 10/10 would go back." Short version: "Side Chic was sooo good I got the fried chicken sandwich, fries, and a chicken Caesar salad. Everything tasted fresh, crispy, and flavorful. The fries were addicting lol definitely coming back!"

So after picking up food here countless times for family, I finally decided it was my turn to see…read morewhat all the hype was about. Every time I'm in Little Italy, there's always a line, and I've often wondered, "Is this chicken really that good?" Well...today I found out! The menu offers plenty of tempting options, but I kept it simple with the 3-piece chicken meal, which came with a choice of fries or vegetables, a drink, and a giant chocolate chip cookie. You can also add extra chicken tenders for just $2.50 each, which is a great deal if you're extra hungry. Everything came out fresh to order. The chicken was hot, crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor, while the fries were perfectly hot and crispy. One thing I really liked was their unique soda fountain with several cream soda flavors, lemonade, and tea options. And let's talk about that cookie--it was huge, warm, loaded with chocolate chips, and topped with a light sprinkle of salt that made it even better. The dipping sauces definitely deserve their own shout-out. The pineapple mustard sauce was unlike anything I've had before--sweet, tangy, and incredibly addictive. I also loved the smoky barbecue sauce, which paired perfectly with the chicken. Customer service was another highlight. Everyone greeted us with a smile and patiently answered our questions. I could tell one of the cashiers was still learning, but what stood out was how supportive the rest of the team was. One of the employees was bouncing between helping customers, answering menu questions, recommending popular items, and assembling orders in the back without missing a beat. I always appreciate seeing genuine teamwork, and you could tell everyone was working together to make sure customers had a great experience. The atmosphere was just as enjoyable as the food. I loved the laid-back "shack" vibe with the covered outdoor patio, bar area, picnic tables, and even a cornhole setup off to the side. Music was playing, creating a fun atmosphere, and once the evening cooled down, the overhead heaters made the patio feel extra cozy. There was plenty of seating, making it a great place to hang out and enjoy your meal. Needless to say, I can finally understand why there's almost always a line here. I'm honestly wondering why I waited so long to try it for myself! I'll definitely be back, and next time I'm giving one of their chicken sandwiches a try. As always...I don't gatekeep--I just put you on game! If you're ever in Little Italy, do yourself a favor and stop by. If you're a fan of great chicken tenders, delicious sauces, and a fun atmosphere, this place is absolutely worth checking out. You can thank me later.

This a great outdoor location that you can find in the wonderful Little Italy. The food was great,…read morethe service was fast, and the vibe was relaxing. The chicken sandwich was crunchy and flavorful, but it was not spicy one bit. I believe that the restaurant should allow its customers to choose a spice level. That is the point of the hot chicken, but it was still perfectly enjoyable. The great thing is that they are not stingy with the sauces and have a sauce bar where you are not handcuffed to small packets of sauce you get elsewhere. If you want to watch a game and grab a drink too, they have a bar area and they also have a small area where kids can play. Definitely a great spot.

I'm a fan. it was raining lightly but it was close to closing so we ate outside and they dragged us…read moreinside. So kind. Love that. The chicken was great too. Juicy chicken and good fry. In san diego, it's one of my american fried chicken spots but theres better in other areas.

Been coming here for yearsss and it never disappoints! One of my go-to spots in SD. The spicy fried…read morecrispy gizzards are my FAVORITE but honestly everything on the menu is good. They remodeled recently and the place looks great now too. Service is always friendly and quick. Yeah it's in the hood a little lol but let's be real... that's where some of the best food spots are Definitely worth stopping by for some good grindz!

Food was great and service by Ana and dom was amazing. Will come again sometime soon.read more

Mabel and Melissa provided accommodating, attentive, and efficient service. we've been here for a…read moreminute, and I have not seen her take a second to just chill. Extremely hard-working great service. Their exchanges with all the customers were authentic, upbeat and high energy. I'm watching them right now as I'm writing the review coordinating everybody's experience. Love alexys and jay

I came to bb.q ready to set my mouth on fire and instead ended up in a philosophical debate about…read moresauces with a gatekeeper of a teenager. I asked for boneless with their "Wings of Fire." I even politely asked if I could try two sauces since it was my first visit. The kid blinked at me like I'd asked him to solve a riddle and whispered "one sauce only." Fine. I chose the spiciest one and moved on with my life. After a wait, he brings out bone‑in wings. I remind him I ordered boneless, and suddenly I'm trapped in a loop where he keeps repeating, "That sauce does not come on boneless," as if the universe itself forbids it. This would've been excellent information to share before cooking the wrong thing, but here we are. He eventually checks with the back and offers boneless with the second‑spiciest sauce, which at this point feels like a hostage negotiation. I accept. The boneless arrives. It's dark meat (not my favorite). The sauce is sticky sweet gochujang with a personality crisis. And the only dip option is ranch. No bleu cheese. No dignity. Nothing tasted bad. Nothing was inedible. But the whole experience felt like ordering chicken inside a bureaucratic escape room. Fresh food, sure, but the communication gaps and sauce‑based existentialism made the visit exhausting rather than exciting.

Went here to grab some wings with my boyfriend for NYE. Only a couple of people sitiing inside,…read morebut the amount of carry-out orders was quite a few! It took a while for our order. Since it was our first time we wnated to come in and see before we places our order. We got bone-in wings. I'll admit they were just ok. Honestly I wasn't terribly impressed. I high high hopes but felt a bit disappointed. We also got the side of pickeld beats, yummy! and the Japche was delicious!! 4 stars for this!! The young lady who took our order was really friendly. I did slip, but didn't fall as the floor was greasy and it was wet outside. ANother customer did the same and she put the wet floor sign out. We anticipated a wait, just took longer than we anticipated. Glad we got to go, but don't think we will make it back anytime soon.

The best chicken sandwich I've had! (Yes! Even better than chik-fil-A)…read more I tried The crack shack in downtown for the first time a few years ago and it was amazing. When I saw they opened one in PB I was thrilled since I'm in the area quite often. The chicken sandwich was just as good as I remembered it to be. Very big sandwich worth the price tag. I honestly had to take half of it to go because I couldn't finish it. They have a sauce bar, I loved the mustard and ranch the most. I got the coop deville and the slaw was perfect and I don't usually like slaw. There is plenty of seating and some lot parking available. Not to mention it's just steps from the beach. Service was also very kind and quick. Highly recommend 5/5!

We visited the new Crack Shack in San Diego on opening day and had a wonderful first impression. We…read moreeven met the owner, who was genuinely kind and welcoming. We told him we would absolutely come back to support the business because we wanted to see them succeed. Unfortunately, our return visit tonight was the complete opposite experience. After arriving, there was essentially no service or acknowledgment, so we quietly decided to leave. As we were walking away, one of the employees actually chased us down outside. All I said was, "I wish you luck with your new business." Instead of handling the situation professionally, the employee confronted us and scolded us with, "Why are you being so rude?" That completely caught us off guard. We had not raised our voices, complained, or caused any scene whatsoever. We were simply disappointed customers trying to leave respectfully. What confuses me most is how a brand-new business trying to build a customer base could treat supportive first-time customers this way. First impressions matter, but so do second chances -- and sadly, this experience ensured we won't be returning.

Great happy hour deals! I've been here a couple of times to watch games and if you get there early…read moreenough you can get a table. They have plenty of screens and typically they can be accommodating for putting on a specific game. The wings are great and they have good variety of flavors. Some of the apps like onion rings and fried pickles are also hits. The service is always nice and attentive. My only issue is the drinks, they are always a total flop. I'd stick to beers and shots, don't bother with mixed drinks.

First time coming to this iconic San Diego wing spot/sports bar. The interior wasn't very bright…read morebut you could see and there were a good amount of TVs to watch the games they were playing. I was seated quickly on this bar table thing (not the actual bar) and it was high up. The prices were pretty expensive at $12.50 for five wings, not including any sides/sauces. I came here on a Monday and got the Monday AYCE wing special. The AYCE made it more worth it but still a bit pricy at $31 per person. For AYCE, it comes with fries or tater tots, a sauce, 10 wings, and some carrots and celery for your first order. After that, you get 5 wings per refill. The wings were a good size though the skin wasn't really crispy or anything. I tried buffalo, lemon pepper, and flaming honey mustard. Buffalo and lemon pepper are my go to flavors but I didn't really enjoy any of the flavors I tried. There were an overwhelming amount of flavors so it was a bit hard to choose on the spot with AYCE but now I wish I tried some different ones. Our waitress was pretty nice and checked in on us a good amount. Overall, I felt like the food was just okay, and for the value made it less good. My rating is a bit higher because of the service. I might come back to try some other flavors since this is such an iconic San Diego chain.