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    Hotbox Chicken

    4.2 (290 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Jasmine O.

    My kids love this place!! They really enjoy the spicy chicken. I love that they have comfy booths and I enjoy the vibey playlist. Customer service is also good.

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    Lily A.

    Came here after Disney! The chicken was so good! I got the spicy HOT level and INHALED the spice on my first bite (10/10 do not recommend unless you want to nearly choke) the girl who took our order, I think she said her name was Evul, was super nice and welcoming.

    Stephanie C.

    THE FOOD I still can't get over all the flavors the chicken I ordered mild chicken which still had a small kick and it was perfect. I also really loved the mac & cheese as well as the fries with the dipping sauce. I keep thinking about this meal! I have to come back to hotbox chicken and will definitely do it ! It's a gem of a restaurant in this neighborhood! THE SERVICE was on point! The owner gave me great service and greeted every customer on their way in. I know that his whole heart is invested in his restaurant and that really makes me want to come back and of course, because the food was amazing. I loved the laid-back environment and how peaceful it was to enjoy my meal at the restaurant

    Emily L.

    3.5 Stars // Honestly I thought this was some wing stop wings type place but this looks more like a small business Canes. Great service, decent(?) food and price... but I got combo 1 and the burgers were bigger than expected BUT the buns were cold like it was taken out of the fridge. The chicken was super hot but I feel like cold buns really ruined it. There was also some signature sauce that was not that great either... very average. On the bright side, chicken was very moist

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    Jorge C.

    This isn't my first time having hotbox chicken but I finally got a chance to review it. The chicken is juicy and crunchy. I ordered their Shosho loaded fries. This comes with fries (obviously) Mac and cheese, chicken (your choice of hot level) and it's topped with their signature sauce. I can't speak about the service at their restaurant but the service for delivery was great. Everything was packaged nicely. The only negative I have is they didn't include napkins or cutlery but that might have been on my end for not adding it to the instructions so it's not a big deal for me. I was thinking the fries might be soggy upon arrival but they were actually in pretty good shape. Even the ones that weren't super crispy was ok because when you take a bite, you can't distinguish between the mac and the fries but you still get the crunch from the chicken. We also ordered the combo #3 (as you can see in my pics) and it looked great as well. I can't speak about the ambiance because again, I wasn't at their restaurant. One of these days, I will visit and update my review to let you guys know if the quality took a hit via delivery or if it's still the same. Either way, definitely worth a try if you like chicken, spicy or not.

    Hotbox Chicken Tender. It was flavorful but I think they can do better than 1 sliver of pickle
    Kat H.

    Looks good but the loaded fries were so bland. It had thick cut fries that were soggy and it was loaded with sliced cabbages that did not do it justice. Even drenching in sauce didn't help this dish just made it more difficult to eat. The flavor was very bland and one note. The chicken tender itself was the only thing good here but I wouldn't come back at all. Service was awkward and the location was sketchy.

    4/11/26 Combo 1 - medium spice level
    Jodeci A.

    Visited on Saturday 4/11/26. The service was excellent. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and the gentleman behind the cash register helped us navigate the menu. The food was delicious. The chicken was great quality and cooked perfectly. The fries were seasoned well. The mac and cheese was scrumptious. Not too salty. Something to note is the mac and cheese is not baked. I know some people prefer that but I am not particular about it myself. We will definitely be back!

    Cecilia L.

    Came here as it looked really good on the yelp reviews but was disappointed. By first glance everything looked very dry sadly and nothing like the pictures but still gave it a go. I got combo #3 which comes with a slider, tender and fries. The bread on the slider was cold, and did not taste warmed up at all, the chicken was hot but had no flavor and was pretty dry as it seemed like they just added seasoning to it. The buns are also way bigger than the tender. The tender I got tasted like it was reheated or refried so it was a bit stale and chewy. The fries were the best part but they were just okay. They also have a sauce but nothing special just tastes like thousand island. Despite the food, customer service was great, the girl who attended us (9/14 around 6pm) was very nice and brought us out our food.

    Ronny T.

    If you're a fan of halal food and a fan of chicken, come check this place out to get some solid protein. I was feeling hungry and wanted something relatively healthy and found this spot on yelp. Both items I got (the sandwich) and the combo box tasted great. If I had to choose one I would prefer the sandwich mainly cause I felt it had more flavor than the combo box. Both items, the chicken tasted great. The combo box, however, I wish the portion was a bit bigger. But in my case, one item was not enough to fill me up. So if you have a big appetite,I suggest getting 2 items cause they do take a while to make, especially the sandwich. All in all, I would recommend this place to another person to check out.

    Combo 3
    Damond W.

    This was my first time trying Hotbox out. I was searching for some chicken and fries and saw the reviews for this location. The young guy at the register was cool. Very clean and well maintained place. Now the food was very satisfying. I ordered the combo 3 and was enjoying every bite in addition the sauce that's given amped up the flavor. I will be return to them again to try some other combos that caught my attention. I do recommend them if you're looking for some good chicken and fries.

    Habibi Sandwich
    Ebony G.

    Habibi's Hot Chicken is decent--definitely better than Dave's, as I think most hot chicken places are. However, the chicken could use more flavor; nothing about it stands out enough to make me want to go back. Also, you have to pay extra for all the sauces unless you order a combo. Even if you get a sandwich and fries, which is wack, at least one sauce should be included for free.

    Didn't leave a bite. 5 Stars for us, Food is Great!!!

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    The service was amazing. The food was great and we loved everything. Tala was amazing and she was so helpful.

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    Went here with my friend and had a great experience. The staff here were very friendly and the chicken was delicious, highly recommend!

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    Really good service the cashier is pretty nice not bad the food is good JUST ADD SALT TO THE FOOD

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    Solid spot for hot chicken. Good crunch, nice heat, and quick service. Worth a stop if you're nearby.

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    Came in here 30 minutes before closing and the homie John was chill and helped us order the goods, very tasty place.

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    Is this place halal?

    Yes everything here is halal

    Do they have ranch and if so is it homemade?

    Yes

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    Biryani Boys

    4.7(296 reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    The food is very good, but there's been changes to the menu. I hope they will bring the box back…read morewhen they move stores. the potato kabob is by far my favorite protein here. i would come back just to get the galub jamun milkshake. it's not too floral and is an excellent texture.

    WOW!!! I love everything I tried here - so flavorful and delicious! First time trying Pakistani…read morefood!! It's been a while since I'm so happy with my whole order when dining out! Premium combo = entree + $10 Entree + premium drink + masala fries I tried the bowl with mild biryani, malai chicken, green (mild) sauce, and guava mango lassi. The bowl already comes with the raita sauce (a yogurt sauce), so I got the green sauce as my choice of sauce after asking the staff for recommendations. The protein portion was super generous and very well-seasoned with their spice. The green sauce was my favorite and everything in the bowl mixed well together. The whole bowl was delicious and it didn't feel heavy, wasn't greasy. The Kashmiri Chai and the guava mango lassi are the most popular drinks, so I decided to try the guava mango lassi. The flavors blended so well. One wasn't more overpowering than the other, and the sweetness level was perfect for me, also, not too much ice. Masala fries So crispy and well-seasoned!! Could be a little less salty. Gulab jamun cheesecake Also asked for recommendations for their cheesecakes and decided to go with this one. It has the fried donut ball in the middle with syrup. It didn't taste too sweet to me, but I also have higher tolerance for sweets. The center has so much of the cheesecake cheese and it was super soft and fluffy. So delicious! The samosas were also great! Crispy and not too oily. I also love that they use compostable takeout containers, including the lid! The interior looks nice and there are a few seats available. There's outdoor shaded tables and seats too. The only downside is that I wish the outdoor seats were a bit cleaner. There is a free parking garage, just make sure to park in the retail spaces. There was enough parking. The staff members are so helpful and very friendly. Can order with a staff member or using their kiosk. HIGHLY recommend!! Would definitely go back!

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    House of Mandi - Mandi Chicken

    House of Mandi

    4.2(971 reviews)
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    Went in to grab late dinner on a weekday, and was seated right away. Great food and perfect for…read moregroup dinner. Went ahead with quarter lamb mandi dish and it was plenty for 4 adults. Service was excellent and will be coming back for more. Tried their Ramadan Iftar buffet which was an exceptional experience as well.

    Overall had a decent experience here. It was my first time trying Yemeni food, but wasn't blown…read moreaway. The space is beautifully decorated and the seats are VERY comfy! They have a call button at each table which grabs the wait staffs attention which is helpful. Stopped by here on a Friday afternoon and the restaurant was pretty empty. They had 3 wait staff working, but they didn't pay much attention to us despite being the only ones in there. The waiter who took out initial order did help out with initial suggestions though, but didn't go into depth about the dishes-just told us what's popular. Ordered the Mandi lamb and the waiter suggested the chicken dish as it was boneless and had a different taste than the Mandi lamb. Small thing to note here- they don't provide water and charge $2.00 for a bottle. Our meal of 2 dishes, a water, and a karak chai came out to $80.00 which is pretty much expensive in my opinion. Most of their main dishes cost $30.00 but are meant to be shared. The Mandi lamb was good! Nothing extraordinary, but the meat was very tender and juicy. It didn''t have any distinct flavor,but did have the slightest tinge of "gamey lamb" taste still. The rice was super flavorful however and not too greasy which I liked. Overall would recommend ending up here if you're looking to splurge, with a big group of people and in the area.

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    Fatima’s Grill - Chicken Shawarma Crunch Wrap

    Fatima’s Grill

    4.3(200 reviews)
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    I didn't know that this place went viral. I was just looking for a burrito after a Brazilian…read moreJiujitsu tournament near by. I got the shrimp and steak burrito without sour cream. It was one the best burritos I ever had. It is pricey but it was huge. Probably the biggest burrito I ever had as well. I would say it is the size of 1 and 1/2 regular burrito. Most people probably will get full with just a half. The burrito was packed! I love sauces and they gave me 2 sauces and both were fire! I liked their hot sauce of the two but both sauces were great and unique. Nothing like what I am used to. It makes sense as this place is a Lebanese Mexican fusion and I'm all for it! Please open one in the San Fernando Valley! My only gripe is they could have given me more chips. Definitely recommend.

    TLDR: The viral Hot Cheetos food lives up to the hype in flavor but not in value. Fatima's is a…read morehole-in-the-wall is worth a drive-by but it's not a destination. Food *Hot Cheetos Burrito ($16): 5/5 taste, but way overbuilt. It's nearly double the size of a normal burrito. The Carne Asada is generous and the flavor is solid, but it falls apart as you eat it and the Hot Cheetos go soggy fast. Feels sized for TikTok, not for eating. I would love this more at $7-10 and half the size. *Hot Cheetos Birria Balls, 3pc ($21): 4/5 taste, poor value. this is packed with birria! I don't even typically like birria but this was tasty, but it's one-dimensional and you might get sick of it fast. The Cheetos aren't really adding flavor, but more of a crispy breading on the outside which is nice. *Street Taco ($1.50, Taco Tuesday; normally ~$3): 3/5. Massive portion. This could easily split into two normal-sized tacos, but feels unbalanced and hard to eat as one. Decent value on Tuesdays. *Fish Taco ($2.99, Taco Tuesday; normally $5.99): 2/5. Skip it. Deep-fried but not breaded. Tastes more like grilled fish. It's going for Baja-style without the crispiness that makes a Baja taco work. The Good Vibe: Classic hole-in-the-wall. Good for a quick lunch but not really a sit-down spot. Service: Cashier David was kind and gave solid recommendations. Portions: Everything is huge but that's why it costs more. The Bad Value: The viral items are priced high for what you get, especially the birria balls. That's like $7 per "ball". Execution: This is size over substance most of the time. Several items feel built for TikTok rather than eating experience. Fish taco specifically misses the mark on texture. Would I Return Rating? Probably not. My girlfriend loved the birria balls, so that might pull us back once. But nothing here is a must-return. The Hot Cheetos is a gimmick that doesn't work really. I'd rather buy a bag of Hot Cheetos and dust my own food at home.

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