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I got to try the famous Howlin' Rays in its full glory at the original location in Chinatown and I was not disappointed! I highly recommend this chain location and can vouch for the food and service!!! Is the hype warranted? an astounding YES! I looked into the secret menu and got to try the Mario Fries, Lou's Chicken Sandwich, Quarter Chicken Breast with all their sauces, and Banana Pudding! The staff was lovely and I met Matt, the manager. I was greeted with an excited and hyped staff. They were kind and welcoming. Food came pippin' hot and the first bite of the quarter chicken breast was everything- juicy, smoky, spicy, and filled with seasoning! I heard comparisons between this chain and others and finally understood the difference: the chicken is at the forefront along with different layers of flavor that are in the sandwich! Think of Dave's Hot Chicken but meatier , juicier, and much flavorful. Everything is elevated with subtle sophistication- the slaw, all the sauces, and breading. It seemed all curated individually for your meal. For comparison, it is like getting a pastry at your local bakery vs. at a patisserie in Paris, FR. It's the same dessert but one is much better, especially if you pay attention to the subtleties. If you want to taste Howling Ray's in one dish, this would be it! The other dishes were also delightful, the Lou's sandwich had waffles as the buns with powdered sugar and syrup on top; imagine smoky, savory, with fulfilling sweetness. The banana pudding was also wonderful; not to sweet but subtle flavors with high quality ingredients. The Mario's fries are the ultimate chicken loaded fries and would have you full and fulfilled. Everything was of great. You are paying for quality and you will not regret it, especially if you like flavors and spicy. There is a reason that there is a line even before this restaurant opens. Not only would I recommend this place, I recommend bringing a crew so you can share the experience together. I am now a fan and I will be back and will bringing others with me.
After years of driving by when in the neighborhood & either not finding parking or on a time crunch, I've driven away sad without trying this place. Finally I made it! Only about a 15min wait in line. Ordered w/Ryan who had such a great attitude & very welcoming. Ordered chicken sando (mild) fries, comeback & tang sauces. Food came out quickly. Chicken sando is big, great portion size of fries as well. Definitely can share. Normally I don't care for crinkle fries but they were fried & seasoned to perfection. Honorable mention to the staff behind the counter as well, every person I made eye contact with (although they were busy) returned a smile. I appreciate feeling welcomed. Great people & great food.
Wow, I've been here several times since they opened in 2017 and the food quality is still great. This is the best chicken sandwich i've ever had, it better be too because it's $15. I also ordered the leg quarter for $13, and a cup of ranch for $1. Total came out just shy of $32 for not a lot of food. Their business model is working well as they've raised prices and kept making money. Just feels weird paying this type of money for the cheapest protein (chicken). I'll come back again in the future but not anytime soon.
I finally got to visit this place after dropping friends off in Union Station. My original idea was to go to Amboy, but unfortunately for them they didn't open up in time. I decided Howlin Rays deserved my attention. There was already a line in place and they were playing some good music from the restaurant. When it came time for me to order, Ryan at the counter was very friendly to me. Everyone in the restaurant was. I really enjoyed that. I stuck with getting the mild sando, and didn't expect the chicken breast so gigantic! It was a delicious sandwich and the spice was pretty good. I'm glad I didn't go any spicier than that. I ordered the fries which were actually pretty good. They were definitely seasoned, but they weren't heavily in taste sense. They had something for me to drink and it went really well with a meal actually. I'm glad that I could say that I enjoyed this place from beginning to end. It is a little hidden, but luckily for me I found it. Definitely will come back to have my wife try it one day.
Winner Winner Chicken errr... Lunch So we are always skeptical if there is way too much hype surrounding a eatery. However in the case of Howlin Ray's the hype is justified. The staff were super friendly and on point The Food: (A word on heat. They have 6 levels from Country with none to Howlin. We can take a decent amount of heat. I went medium and my son went hot. The medium was just the right balance with a nice burn especially on the back end. The next level, hot, was also really good and hit close to our limit) The Sando: a nice sized chicken breast perfectly fried. The chicken was moist but well cooked and the batter was seasoned perfectly. The slaw added a nice crunch to things, the comeback sauce added richness and the pickles added a brinney crunch to offset the goodness. The bun put up a valiant effort but about of the way through it gave up and the Sando became a fork affair. The Slaw: It was just okay, on the sando it was perfect, on its own, just okay The Macaroni Salad: Glorious, simply glorious. Whatever spicing they were using with the fries seemed evident here giving it a reddish hue. The the bits of dill, onions, and pickles helped balance the whole thing perfectly. This would be right at home on a North Shore plate lunch. Shake Fries: Perfectly fired crinkle fries shaken in that spicing they use. Dipped in the comeback sauce or on their own they were awesome. Banana Pudding: OMG so good. With the traditional vanilla wafer on top. Rich and luscious it was a perfect end to the meal. The only downside? This location is small and if you want to eat there there are only a few tables. Parking also sucked. Those thinks aside excellent place
Finally got try this place after seeing it from my fav tiktoker! The line was long but speedy. The person who took my order was super personable and even threw in a free side sauce. I love how intentional they are with their customer service. It competes with chick fil a! The chicken sandwich itself was nice and juicy. However, I thought it was a pretty average chicken sandwich. Nothing really stood out in terms of flavor. But def something to try for your first time in LA!
I guess it's time for a review update after over 9 years later! I've been to all 3 locations and the quality, the service, the food; everything has stayed consistent after all these years. No matter what location you visit, it's all the same level of quality you'd expect from Howlin' Ray's. Anyway, rode from Anaheim to Howlin' Ray's because let's be real; they're totally worth the ride/drive and it had been awhile since I last had it. Believe it or not, I finally FINALLY tried their waffles after all these years. They were really good, but a bit too... eggy? The exterior was PERFECT, but the inside was a bit under cooked for my preference. I like under cooked, but maybe just 2 minutes longer and it would've been perfect. Obviously had to get a sando as well. Excellent like always, no surprises or complaints there! 'Til next time!
My first time there at their Chinatown location. We were there at 11:05 on a Thursday and there was a line already. Seating is only outside the place. Not too many tables available. I ordered the mild spicy chicken sandwich. It was pretty big. The chicken had a slight kick and you can definitely taste the seasonings. With the slaw, pickle, and sauce, it made a very tasty chicken sandwich. But it did not have that crunch like a fried chicken. Their fries were nicely seasoned and crispy. I have to say that it is one of the better chicken sandwich that I have had in CA.
Bookmarked this spot for our LA trip. We found metered street parking about two blocks down. Made it right before a line formed. The employees here are freaking awesome. My son tried to order HOT and they made sure he was 100000 percent sure. We were told it's much spicer than other places hot level. They let him try a piece and man he changed his mind instantly. I'm talking ghost pepper and habanero all up in yo face. I even took a bite and couldn't handle it. Nose running and mouth watering for 10 minutes drooling like a damn dog in the summer. Glad I went mild for my meal and my kids went medium. One the menu: Quarter bird (breast & wing) mild 2 sandos medium 1 tender medium 1 shake fries Ranch and comeback sauce The quarter bird was so good. Flavorful and not too spicy. The chicken was fresh and crispy. I was surprised the breast was moist too. The comeback sauce is really good and pairs well it and the fries. The fries were perfectly seasoned krinkle cut. Enough for two people to share. Fries were hot and fresh and not oily either. The ranch is really good and you should definitely try that Tennessee tang. Not your basic ranch! The pickles are pretty good and I usually don't like pickles. The sandos were a nice size. Can't review the sandos since it was my kids order but they said it was bussin. There are some tables outside to eat or take it to go. Glad we got to try Howlin Rays!
Holy smokes this place has some of the best service I've ever gotten at ANY restaurant. All the staff are wonderful to be around, and they were all very patient in explaining what they recommended. I can tell the people who work here truly have a passion for the food they make!! Onto the food....its d*mn good. It's the best white-meat chicken sandwich I've had in my life. And I've had a lot of chicken sandwiches in my life. However BE WARNED their SPICE IS SPICY! Ask them for a taste test first before you order...or else the ghost peppers will haunt you and your food-exit-hole. There is parking in a paid lot underground, the entrance can be a bit tight. 10/10 would come here again.
Now this is hot... no really this is hot.. and flavorsome. Crispy breading, no sogginess here. Juicy chicken. No overpowering singular seasoning (cayenne) but a nice, FLAVORSOME balance of all seasonings. Fries are quite expensive for being fries BUT THEY ARE SO GOOD. Service here is above and beyond, the nicest people and most extroverted you will meet. Have a chit chat with them and find out! Cutest little plaza with all you can ask for... DELICIOUS FOOD!
A little late on the post, but we came here on Valentine's Day. We were actually in the area shopping for Chinese New Year decorations but we were wonderfully surprised by a huge balloon decoration for the special day. Nice to see an establishment that knows how to celebrate. Before I forget, shoutout to Ryan, that guy's a G. We expected a long wait, but it only took about 10 minutes when we arrived around 11:30 AM. The staff were efficient and friendly. Seating is limited, but turnover is quick, we grabbed a table while waiting for our food. Once the food arrived, nothing else really mattered. The chicken was incredibly well seasoned across the board. I prefer bone-in personally, and every piece was juicy and finger licking good. You could tell the process was dialed in: flavorful meat with breading that was seasoned just as well. It was good enough that I barely touched the sauce, and not from a lack of appreciation. My only slight gripe was the heat level. Based on some YouTube videos I'd seen, I expected more kick, but the medium had almost no heat for me. A small issue though that will be corrected with another visit... Perfect!
Howling rays still remains the GOAT of Nashville hot chicken! After being to both locations several times I think the go to is the quarter bird leg/thigh. Medium has a little kick but not overwhelming I definitely wouldn't go more than hot. The leg/thigh tends to be more tender than the breast imo, I'd suggest two of those rather than the half bird. Also don't sleep on the tenders, they are massive and surprisingly great too, and easier to eat/less messy. Wait at opening on a Saturday was about 20-30 mins till food was received. There's a few tables for sitting right outside the location but it's very casual. Will definitely been returning, it's worth the wait and has kept up its quality! The staff is always super friendly and personable!
2 years ago
Best chicken sandwich I've had in a long time the ambience is amazing and the staff went above and beyond welcoming us! They got a customer for life. Thank you again Amanda and the Team keep killing it read more
Been hearing a LOT of hype about this place... can confirm it's justified. I would 100% recommend and am definitely coming back!! My friends went on at Friday 6pm. There was a line of about 20 people, but it went by quickly. The staff was extremely kind and upbeat. There are 2 long picnic tables outside the restaurant. We waited to snag a spot. We got our food and everything was HUGE. Everything was hot, crispy, and delicious. I ordered the Sando 2.0. My friends gots the Tenders and Sando. We got fries to share which comes in a gigantic bag we were not expecting! We couldn't finish everything. Prices are extremely affordable and worth it. Spice level: I am decent with heat and didn't think Medium was very spicy. But, my friend who isn't great with spice started tearing up from the Medium spice level. Parking: We found street parking nearby. read more
Always a good idea to come in! I got the spicy chicken sando but it wasn't spicy enough for me (I love my spice). Next time I'll definitely ask for the Extra Spicy one! Chicken meat is very juicy and the sauce adds to the overall flavor! I highly recommend going! Come with some patience since they're trying their best to get everyone's orders quickly! read more
Came on a Thursday around noon. Located inside the plaza with several other restaurants. There is only seating outside as the restaurant is very small. You line up outside and go inside to place your order. Staff was friendly and noted that my coworker and I are here together so she made it that our orders were called at the same time. I got the Sando ($13) at country level (no spice). It comes with pickles, coleslaw, and obviously the chicken. Portion is considered big but at this price point, it should be this size. The chicken was thick and juicy, fried to a perfect crisp. Coleslaw was nice pairing to offset the grease. Packaging was nice. read more
1 year ago
Waited in line for 20 minutes. Got our chicken mild heat, pretty darn good and tasty. Friendly service. Ask for a sample for anything the is medium heat or higher to make sure it won't kill you. Pasadena location is also really crowded. Probably should open more stores read more
Howlin' Ray's has the best and most flavorful fried chicken I have ever had. I drove all the way from SD to LA to try it and it did not disappoint! Everything was so delicious! I am still dreaming about it. The fries are a must try, and the seasoning is so good! The service here is also amazing! All the workers were so nice and attentive. I ordered the strips, and for 2 of them I chose medium and for the third I chose medium plus (this is not on the menu, but you can request it). Medium itself has a nice spicy kick but if you are a spice lover and want something that is a bit more spicy but still enjoyable then order medium plus. The chicken strips were crispy and the seasoning was to die for. I will definitely be back. read more
As a Hot Chicken Aficionado myself, I confidently will say that Howlin' Ray's is the top hot chicken spot in L.A. right now, have not found better yet. I have been about Howlin' Rays since the days of +2 hour waits at the original Chinatown location on weekends, at it was totally worth it back then. Wait was made fun as you approached the end of the line with how entertaining the team was. Nowadays, it's easy to order Howlin' Ray's with delivery apps, but the chicken is just as good. The Hot Chicken Sando was the gold standard, but then I discovered the Luis Style Sando which was even better, substituting the bun with two slices of toast and added a slice of melted cheese. Along with a Sando, I will always get x3 Wings at the "Hot" spicy level. At Howlin' Ray's their "Hot" means HOT. I've found this to be the preferred level for action packed flavor while still being enjoyable to eat, and I'm still sweating each time. The chicken wings are also massive, and not like the mini buffalo wings you get from pizza places. I've done the "Howlin' Hot" level before with a box of x3 Wings, it took me that whole week to finish. Each wing packed enough punch to go with an entire pot of rice. Did it once for the achievement, and wouldn't again, but if you are considering it, be ready for it to put the hurtin' on ya! read more
7 months ago
2 years ago
This has become a weekly staple in my household... which speaks VOLUMES, because I live over 50 miles away! Not only is the food amazing, but the chefs & support staff are a vibe. My daughter and I ALWAYS make sure to grab some Howlin' stickers! read more
1 year ago
Best chicken in America iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii read more
I came here twice in the past two weeks, both on Thursdays. First time I arrived at 11:16am just after opening and was 2nd in line and the second time I arrived at 11:08am and was like 10th in line !! It really just depends on the day I guess. The line moves pretty quickly and the staff is super upbeat and friendly. They have small conversations with you and really seem like they're enjoying their day. After ordering you wait outside and they provide outside seating for those that choose to eat there. The outdoor seating are just long wooden bench tables. Both times I ordered 2 sandos and it usually takes around 20 minutes. The chicken Sando is a must !!! I always for "hot" because I love spice, but honestly it makes my stomach hurt the rest of the day (which I do not regret!!) the chicken is so juicy and it's huge also cuz it's sticking out of the buns ! The slaw and pickles help balance the heat and the bun is lightly sweet and super soft. I came back the week after cuz I couldn't stop thinking about the Sando all week ! I will def be back. read more
1 year ago
The staff here is really friendly and they give great vibes. I came here right when it opened and there was already a small line. There's no seating inside but there is seating outside. The fries were the perfect crisp with a soft inside. I tried all their sauces and they were all delicious. The chicken was great quality and the medium spice was manageable. The macaroni salad was okay and I probably wouldn't get it again. Their lemonade was refreshing and went well with the meals. This place is definitely my favorite spicy chicken sandwich place. read more
Summary: get the sandwich. The slaw makes it amazing. You won't still be hungry enough for the tenders combo. Only took me 8 years, but I FINALLY drove to China Town, found parking, stood in a 30 minute line, waited another 15, and then got to try this O.G. Trendsetter spicy chicken joint. It was great. The SLAW on the Sando was quietly the MVP, as it was delish. The sandwich is way bigger, better, and HOTTER than our usual, more casual go-to Dave's Hot Chicken. I got the HOT level of spice, which felt like an "Extra Hot" level at Dave's, so buyer beware. Fries were spicy as well. My stomach however .., I could feel this spicy beast rumbling around at night. And as a self proclaimed spice freak, it took a mini-toll on me. Even the following morning. But totally worth it. read more
2 years ago
The burger was spicy I didn't even finish the whole breast lol only ate half of the breast. The buns and slaw had the flavor next time I'll just settle for the hot. I'm pretty sure it would be tolerable to eat and enjoy. The service was straight up really good customer service. The place is pack about 20 min wait around 6 pm Friday. I will most definitely come back for the hot sando to enjoy the burgers. read more
1 year ago
Hole in the wall GEM. 11/10. Friendly & helpful staff. Even better chicken. One of the best chicken sandwiches & fries I've ever had read more
3 months ago
8 months ago
I didn't understand the hype but now I do! Howlin' Ray's is now my favorite spot for chicken sandos. I've heard that people waited for 2 hours to get the sandwich so I only stopped by because it was convenient. I went at 3pm so there was much less of a crowd than usual. It took about 20 minutes from the start of the line to actually ordering It was surprising to find Howlin' Ray's in the middle of Chinatown in LA but at least it was near some familiar shops. I was tempted to get the spiciest sandwich but got a mild sando to be safe. I could've probably handled a hotter sandwich but it was still good. The chicken was crunchy but juicy and there was a really nice depth of flavor because of the spices. The sandwich is also a moderate size. There wasn't much space to sit besides a bench outside the shop. No seating is inside. Most people seem to take there orders to go. I would come back if I was nearby again. Wish there were more locations but I can always call ahead next time to order. read more
1 year ago
I don't know who this Ray fellow is, but I want to hang out with him. Our visit to Howlin' Ray's was a dope experience from start to finish. Like many other places that have a stellar reputation, there was a serious line to place our order. But also like those places, it is definitely worth the wait. But before I get to the food itself, a big shout out to Ray's for their exceptional service. I'm upset with myself for not remembering her name (it might have been Alina?), but our "hostess" was exceptionally friendly, introducing herself and getting our names before taking our order. And then when I picked up our food, I was thanked again with what felt like the utmost sincerity. That combined with loud music and bright colors made the environment top notch for this kind of establishment. Now the chicken. If everyone was a jerk and the place were dingy and uninviting, the food would still be worth it. I got the [hot] Sando chicken. The intensities range from pepper-less "country" to death wish "howlin." I settled on the hot because it was the hottest I could get without needing gloves and I didn't feel like additional protection was the way to go for my lunch today. It was exceptional. The perfect amount of heat for me to enjoy my food while still bringing on some gentle sniffling. My wife got the medium intensity which actually had a completely different flavor profile - not just heat. I preferred my sandwich, but both were good. We also got fries and mac and cheese. And my girls got the chicken and waffles. The fries were heavily seasoned, which was fine, but definitely not a star of the show. The mac and cheese was also good, but in itself not a reason to visit. I didn't try the chicken (tenders) and waffles but they got rave reviews too. tl;dr - Go. Eat. Sniffle. Enjoy. read more
I've been wanting to try Howlin' Ray's for a long time and this was my 4th attempt. I'm so glad I finally got to try it. I ordered the Sando (spicy level: medium) and the shake fries. The sando was so good and the flavors were perfect together. The fried chicken was crunchy and juicy. I loved it with the bun and cole slaw. The fries were also delicious and full of flavor. There are no seats inside of the restaurant but they have long tables available outside to eat. There was a line when we went but it was worth it. We didn't have to wait a long time though and the line goes by fairly quickly. Can't wait to come back to eat this sando again. read more
This place lives up to the hype! We arrived around 5:30pm on Sunday, waited in line to order for about 40-50 minutes. Once we ordered, we got our food in about 10 minutes. Everything is delicious here! I tried the 2.0 Sando, it's smothered in this tangy sauce, and although it was good, the classic Sando really lets the chicken shine. You HAVE to get the shake fries, they're incredible!! They have a really nice sweet and spicy seasoning, they're crinkle cut fries that somehow stay crunchy for a LONG time. The shells n cheese is delicious too, so cheesy with al dente pasta shells. Service is great, the host is very friendly! There are some long picnic benches right outside if you want to eat immediately. Lots of street parking that's free on Sunday. read more
2 years ago
5 stars but if I could give this place a 6 or more it definitely deserves it because of their great service! The wait wasn't long when we went. The whole staff were awesome. They have such a family atmosphere, lots of laughter. The British guy who took our order was super funny and Aleena (sorry if I spelt her name wrong) was super sweet. Now to the food! Oh my deliciousness, this place has probably the best chicken sandwich and fries I have had in a long time. I got a medium sandwich and just the first bite was a kick of flavor. It was yummy I wish I lived in la because of this chicken. read more
1 year ago
The food was really good, and there were plenty side dish options as well. I really enjoyed the crunch from the tender, and the chicken was very juicy and flavorful. The line to order seemed to be very long but it went by very quickly and food took maybe 15 to come out. They play really good music and the staff is really friendly. I will say the seating isn't the best, you may have to take it to go. I would definitely recommend, it's a bit of a drive for me but will definitely be coming back read more
Wow I've never seen so many reviews for one place! We have been on foodie trips to LA many times but have never been to Howlin Rays, so we made it our first stop this time. I was nervous about a long line but we got super lucky and didn't have to wait in line at 5:30pm on a Thursday! Our food came out pretty quickly in about 10 minutes. The service was great too, they were all so friendly and greeting our baby. I came back in line to get drinks later since I was worried I'd need water for my hot chicken. He gave it to us for free and only charged for the soda. So nice!! There are some tables and benches but not a ton of space so plan on taking it to-go or standing somewhere to eat. We wanted to pick a spice level that was hot enough to notice but not too hot that you can't enjoy it. We decided on a medium spice sando and it was just enough spice! The bread was soft. The chicken itself was very tender and I did like that it wasn't too much skin and mostly meat. Fries were ok but I'm not a big crinkle fry fan, maybe I just needed some sauce or something. But other than that it wasn't as exciting as I was expecting. It was a great sandwich don't get me wrong, but I think it was probably just overhyped for us. We have a favorite spot in Sacramento that I actually think is just as good, if not better, so I wouldn't need to go out of my way to get Howlin Rays again.. but I'm glad that we tried it at least so I could give a fair comparison. I'm sure I have the unpopular opinion but it is what it is... read more
1 year ago
I like this location a little better because of its shaded line and amazing staff. Food is always good. The best chicken sandwhich in LA. Get the regular sando. I think it's well balanced compared to the heavier 2.0. It's good but not my style. Fries are good too. Collards greens are good. There is a parking lot place north of this location. Be careful! It's cash only. I would park meter or in the plaza parking lot which I had trouble finding. read more
2 years ago
Top tier Nashville hot chicken counter hidden in a little Chinatown mall I had 3 tenders with pickles and bread ($13). The tenders were enormous, filling, crisp, not greasy, and decently juicy. The mild spice had a little kick but was very manageable. The comeback sauce ($0.75) was sold separately. It was similar to Dave's sauce, but Dave's is slightly better. It is the 2nd best hot chicken I've had. We arrived around 11:40 AM on Saturday. The line was about 15 minutes long, and it took another 10-15 minutes to get our food. The restaurant is essentially just a counter. You eat at tables in the hall of the mall. The service was incredibly friendly and outgoing. That was very impressive. read more
Figured we'd stop by one of the most well-known hot chicken places in LA while there for a concert. Got there around lunch hour and the line was out the door! Took around 20-30 minutes to get to the front, where they had a couple people taking orders at both the counter and on an iPad to maximize efficiency. Staff were super smiley and offered us some really cute pins and postcards while we had our orders taken. There is no interior seating, but the restaurant is situated in a little food hall of sorts with lots of little shops to check out if you can get a friend to wait in line. There's some seating outside the restaurant, but it can get full pretty quickly. I ordered the chicken and waffles medium hot for $16. Took around 15 minutes which was surprising considering the line. Tenders (3) were sizable and came with waffles, butter, and syrup. I think they use a drier spice rub, so I recommend getting the dipping sauce on the side for an extra charge. The chicken itself was cooked well, still juicy and steaming hot. The waffles were surprisingly good, with the perfect crunchy-soft texture difference. I tried my friends' sandos and fries and would definitely recommend those more though. Solid spot, lives up to the hype. read more
I've been meaning to try this hot chicken spot in LA. First there was a line at 4 pm on a Saturday, it is odd that they close at 7 pm. The line moved quickly which was nice, however there's no place to sit indoors. There's only a few outdoor tables available. The sando was delicious, the chicken was huge. I got mild cause I was under the impression of their spice but there was honestly no spice to it. The fries were HUGE and we ordered fried pickles off menu which were also such a large portion you can definitely share for 2 read more
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Los Angeles, CA 90012
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Is there any time when there isn't a long line? I've tried 4 X now and still can't get in (I have back problems that Only allow me to stand for so long so my wait time is…
Hi JT - Our wait times tend to be shortest on weekdays from about 1:30-3:30/4:00PM, usually averaging about 15 mins or less! You can also always text us at 213.935.8399 for current line updates throughout the day!
Have you guys ever considered offering nationwide shipping, or possibly partnering with Goldbelly so fans outside of Los Angeles can order your food?
Hi Mike - Maybe one day! We're hopefully working towards this for the future!
I like the habenero spice blend from HOT. I don't like medium. Can I order HOT but lightly seasoned?
Absolutely, our Crew is happy to accommodate. Just ask for light shake! - Amanda
Do you, by any chance, be willing to open another location in Orange County sometime in the future?
Maybe one day! Thanks so much for all of your support!
Do they offer grilled chicken options for their classic sando?
Hi Rey - I’m so sorry but we do not currently offer a grilled chicken option!
Do you serve halal meat?
Hi! Our chicken is not certified halal, but it is hormone and antibiotic free, plus pasture raised!
How close do we have to be to order through Postmates for delivery?
Hi! Our delivery radius serves an area of about 2.5-8 miles!
Is it nut allergy friendly?
All of our frying is completed in highly refined peanut oil!
How much are the soda and drinks, I went last time and didn't know if I could buy them since they weren't on the menu?
Hi Juan - we have multiple beverages for guest's available to order! Sodas $3, Specialty Sodas $4, Howlin' Coolers (Lemonade & Tea) $4, and Bottled Water $2.50!
Has anyone noticed that their chicken is not as spicy as it used to be? Past 2 times I ordered medium heat at it was SPICY. Today. Meh not spicy at all. My entire family noticed it . All 5 of our Sandos were very mild. Whats happening Howlin Rays?
To be really honest with you I've had this experience a couple of times there has been a consistency missing in how spicy the chicken can be but next time when you go there, just let them know this and they will make this into consideration for the…
How hot is Howlin ++ what Chiles does it contain?
Killer hot ... it has ghost peppers. I had it and it nearly made me faint because it was so spicy!!! Bring horchata with you if you're planning on trying it out.
Is it possible just to order a single tender a la carte?
Yes, we offer Solo Tenders!
How hot is x hot?
Hi Karlo! Our X-Hot heat level is made up of Trinidad Scorpion (just a touch), Carolina Reaper, Red Habanero, and Ghost Pepper!
Is there seating at this location?
Hi Natalee -- We have a few picnic tables set up in front of the shop for guests who would like to stick around and enjoy their meal! Hope you can visit soon!
Can the bun for the classic Sando be made without butter? Or is there a dairy free bun option?
Hi Rose! If ordering in person, you can absolutely request to have the Bun not toasted with Butter!
How do we place a pick up order on postmates - I only see a delivery option?
Hi Crystal - I'm sorry but we currently only offer delivery services on Postamtes from our Chinatown location. We do also offer walk up take away orders!
Is the chicken Halal?
Hi Mohamed! I'm sorry but our chicken is not certified Halal. However! It is hormone and antibiotic free, as well as pasture raised!
What are your hours on new years day?
Hi Ana! We are regularly closed on Monday's and Tuesdays, and will be closed Saturday - Sunday, 12/24-25 and 12/31-01/01 for the holidays!
How to get gift card?
When I was there over the summer they didn’t offer gift cards. I’d suggest reaching out to them via email at hello@howlinrays.com to see if they are currently offering them.
Do your chicken sandwiches have dairy?
Hi Josh - I'm sorry, but all of our chicken is dredged in milk and flour!
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