***UPDATE FOLLOWING DIANA M'S *EDITED* RESPONSE*** After deleting her prior response to this review, she is now just focusing on the complaint about the online service fee. I never suggested that it was a "hidden fee", I just pointed out that it is a very high fee for ordering online. As pointed out before, ordering online directly from a restaurant does not usually incur a fee, let alone a $6 fee. If Diana feels that ordering online is so onerous, then maybe she should deactivate that feature and encourage her customers to phone in their orders. Diana should also consider not badgering customers that did not have a good experience with her restaurant and consider taking some classes in Customer Service 101. It's not a good way to run a business and the fastest way to lose customers. ***UPDATE FOLLOWING DIANA M's RESPONSE*** It's unfortunate that the owner responded with excuses and condescension. A simple "Hey, sorry for the mishap, we will make sure it won't happen again" would have sufficed. At least that way, she likely would have had a returning customer since the food is good. But now, no way Jose. And the $5.00 online service fee is egregious. I order quite a bit online and always try to order directly through the restaurants website to avoid fees. I don't know if any other restaurants that charge fees to order online unless there is a delivery involved. --------------------------- Well, not sure what to say. We put in an online order last night, which went through with a $4.95 service fee. (We ordered through their direct site rather than a third party sight to save on fees) If that wasn't bad enough, I showed up at the designated pick up time, and the place was closed. WTF? About an hour later, we were refunded our money, but why is the website taking orders and collecting payments when you're not even open? Talk about inconvenience. And clearly their posted operating hours are inconsistent. read more

The chicken has a deep crunch and the Spicy Peanut Slaw was the Star of the Show. The chicken gives you the decadence, but the slaw reinforces the deliciousness! read more

Lacquered - Half Bone In Fried Chicken COMBO - Chicken Shop Near Me - Long Beach, California

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I saw photos of the fried chicken here that looks sooo good so I made my way to Long Beach to check it out. My three friends and I shared the whole chicken meal that came with a salad and sauces.They had very interesting to see Asian fusion sauces and they were very tasty paired with the chicken. The chicken was ok.. a bit too much batter for my liking. The batter was super crunch but the ratio of batter to chicken was a bit off. Overall decent, but probably would not return. read more

Lacquered - Chicken Shop Near Me - Long Beach, California

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The food is always fantastic and Chef Diana is awesome! We always feel welcomed when we walk through the door...even if it may be shortly before closing on occasion. I love that they have homemade dog treats for the pups and seeing Butterbean is also a treat! We will definitely continue to have Lacquered on the top of our list for places to go when we don't feel like cooking. P.s. BEST Chicken Pot Pie ever! read more

I finally made it to Lacquered!! Our friendly chicken-everything neighborhood restaurant / takeout place. Didn't know what to order, so I asked Scott "I made curry and would like to have some chicken katsu." He started to tell me what he can do and I went with his flow, got some fries, beet pickles and for dessert mint chocolate fudge too. I also received two different sauces! This place is so homey, like you're in Scott's kitchen enjoying the food he makes. I love, love, love this place! Will be back soon! BTW.... The chicken is scrumptious and the fries made with real potatoes and the beets are pickled to excellence. There's a kick behind your mouth when you swallow it. Masterful!! read more

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Thanks, Diana, for another great experience. Grilled Chicken Rice Bowl, fresh, healthy, delicious. Even gave us a free taste of a Dragon Fruit dessert. read more

I love everything about this small family restaurant! Everything's great-- the welcoming greeter in the front, the passionate chef, the homey feel, and the excellent chicken, fresh veggies, special dog dish (my new rescued pound puppy is more confident since our visit), garlic noodles, and homemade desserts! Support small business! read more

Food is amazing and the host are super friendly to get to know. I have been to this location 3-4 times, but the food always amazing. read more

Lacquered - Yummy - Chicken Shop Near Me - Long Beach, California

Best Fried Chicken in Long Beach, hands down. Actually, possibly the best fried chicken of all time and I've had fried chicken all over the country. The chicken is already delicious on its own but when you pair it with any of their homemade sauce options, it's just simply perfection. It's even good in a sandwich. The sides here are delicious too. My favorite is the garlic noodles but don't sleep on their fries or peanut slaw. Not in the mood for fried chicken? No problem! They have other protein options too. I had their keto bowl with pork belly on my first visit and would definitely order again. It's a small space so plan on getting takeout but if you do see an empty table, grab it and enjoy the cool ambiance and great service from Diana and Scott. They're both amazing "pawrents" to their Husky/Shepherd mix named Butter and Chef Diana makes homemade dog treats in his honor! Our fur baby Frank is a huge fan of all their treats and is currently enjoying the chicken hearts. If you're in the mood for homemade food for you and your dog, then stop by Lacquered right now! read more

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Fish and chips really good. I'd come back to try other items. I approve and recommend. Also, it's self service and there is an app you can use to input your order or tablet available at the cashier. read more

This place is a slept on must try! I was a chef for over a decade and these are THE BEST GARLIC NOODLES I HAVE EVER HAD! Sampled the fried chicken, some of the bowls, and salads. All of them were 10/10. The Chef is super sweet and they have great staff. Will continue to make this a weekly staple! read more

I'm sorry but... Mediocre at best :( Leaving a 4 star because I don't want to hurt their rating, maybe it was an off night. Big portions, order was exactly what we ordered. But honestly nothing was even close to great. Tenders and fries were decent. Chicken sando (2nd heat level) was very whatever. Sloppy, two huge tenders with overdressed salad and pickled jalapeños between the buns. Noodles were decent. Ceasar was drenched in dressing and we threw it out after a few bites :( read more

Lacquered - Fried Chicken Sandwich, Fried JUMBO Chicken Tender, garlic noodles, Ceasar salad - Chicken Shop Near Me - Long Beach, California

This place is amazing! The fried chicken is the best! Fun, friendly atmosphere with excellent food!

The chef/owner is super nice. Always giving recommendations. I rarely see this place open but when I do I'm rushing to the door. It takes 15 mins for them to prepare the food. He always gives me little sample of sauces to try. The place is tiny. Just 2 tables to eat inside. He plays country music on the speakers. I love their fried chicken. It's juicy in the inside and crispy on the outside. I love the garlic sauce. The pork belly bowl has that nice bite texture to it. The rice itself is alright but once you add the sauce it makes a different. The garlic nood-rittos burrito wasn't my favorite because it just was too much noodle and heavy to eat. But I love always coming to this place. Next time i want to try the salmon rice bowl. read more

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Im mildly shocked at how good the food was here. ... it looked like the whole place was being run by 2 people but they made the best fried chicken ever read more

Everything I've tried Here is A1. The food is really, really, good. Some of the best food in Long Beach for sure. Please be patient because there's two cooks in the kitchen, but it's so worth the wait! French fries are some of the best I've had in socal. read more

My family and I ordered from here on Ubereats. We were drawn to it because of its giant menu ranging from American to Asian food. They have a large dessert menu and even a dog friendly menu as well! Everything we ordered was tasty and my whole family agreed that the fries that came with the fish and chips were very good. We're normally not fans of thicker fries but these were so crispy and salty! The fish and chips portion was generous as well with four pieces of fish and loads of fries; very good. I also enjoyed their cherry oolong tea which had a rich cherry flavor to it. read more

So Impressed with the quality of the FOOD. My two best buddies decided to throw me an impromptu belated birthday get together and ordered food from Laquered. Whoa ... the fried chicken was just so perfectly tasty - served with garlic noodles and some sort of peanut slaw of some kind - But what turned out to be a fun special night with the boys made it even better with this food - And they threw in a chocolate chip cookie for my B-Day and the quality of fresh ingredients, you could tell. I'm a fan, looking forward to ordering again and hats off to the chef! read more

Mouth watering and a FABULOUS little neighborhood gem! This is the fourth or fifth time I've been into Laquered over the years. This last time was to get a big order to go, to be shared with friends at the bar next door. When I was ordering at Laquered, they even offered to walk it over as a courtesy. Such rad service-our food was hand delivered to us in the bar, directly from the owner herself! The owner/chef and her staff are always great. They help with ordering, make good recommendations, and always let you know if there's a little extra wait...which is ALWAYS WORTH ANY EXTRA FEW MINUTES! It's usually because they're so busy, and it's never too long, maybe 10 mins extra tops. They package the to go in a way that ensure the best quality and integrity of their delicious food. The poutine has the components separated in different containers so not to get soggy or yucky-it's one of my favorites. Everything is fresh, made to order, and creative and super special. The desserts and sauces are unique, with specially homemade recipes like no other...truly one of a kind. This place is an absolute gem, try it! You can't go wrong! read more

The service is extremely slow. There's maybe 2 people working here at most. It has the feel of a small business in a big urban city. The people are friendly and there's a large variety of food. The chicken is delicious however it's very greasy food. You'll need a nap afterwards. Prepare to spend time waiting and spend just as much money for your food. read more

Lacquered - Grab and go brunch - Chicken Shop Near Me - Long Beach, California

I live down the street from where the old Gus's Fried Chicken was in LB and have been on the hunt for fried chicken since. I found Lacquered on DoorDash and decided to give it a try even though it was on the other side of the city. I got the family feast meal for four adults and a kid and there were still leftovers. The chicken is SO good; my dad is definitely a fried chicken snob and he loved it! The fried chicken is crispy and the breading is flavorful but not overwhelming salty (like fast food fried chicken). The garlic noodles were SO good and the portion is huge for the family feast. The chocolate dipped strawberries were a nice touch and were also very tasty. When I went to pick it up my meal, the owners were so nice and friendly that it just made me love the place more. This will definitely be my go-to place for fried chicken in the future!! read more

The most delicious fried chicken! Super cute spot with outstanding customer service... I preferred the buffalo sauce over the honey mustard but that's my choice of dunking sauce. The resident pup was the sweetest big boy ever. Very welcoming and I will for sure be back cuz I haven't stopped thinking about the chicken. The chicken strip deal fed me for a few days. See ya soon guys! Thanks for the full and happy belly read more

Anyone that says this place is subpar is trippin. Food is awesome but I will admit pick up time does run a bit longer than est. time but it's a local business and the owner is running it themselves give them a little slack. read more

Perfection, the food is delicious and fantastic portions. Veggies were cooked perfectly, chicken batter is crispy and perfectly flavored, mashed potatoes are so creamy. Amazing service as well, they are so kind. This was my first visit and the other patrons in the store were excited to tell me the food is worth the wait and I can confirm--it absolutely is! read more

Lacquered - Chef's Special: Fried Chicken Mashed Potato Bowl - Chicken Shop Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Service was great (we dined in), their peanut cole slaw was delicious, the garlic noods weren't garlicky enough and also needed more oil (i preferred the garlic noods from before), the chicken was dry and tough - we got bone-in chicken.... the batter was delicious at least their tenders are way better. but they really did bad on the chicken...why though?! It's a chicken place! read more

Lacquered - Chicken Shop Near Me - Long Beach, California

First time having lacquered! Was having a night where we just weren't sure what to eat. Wanted to order out because it had been a long day, but didn't want to drown in carbs. Ordered a small size in Cajun butter shrimp, garlic noodles, black pepper salad, and the seasonal veggies to share with my partner! Absolutely blown away by all the flavor, freshness, and portion size. The shrimp was cooked to perfection! If I were having a boiling crab craving and needed a quick fix these would absolutely hit. The seasonal veggies were scrumptious and honestly my favorite part of the meal. Half a corn, broccolini, carrots, eggplant, cauliflower, enoki mushrooms cooked perfectly, large pieces, and so fresh. Mostly places skimp on the veggies, but they absolutely do not. The salad was also crispy and refreshing, wasn't a super huge fan of the black pepper vinaigrette but my partner liked it. The garlic noodles were so so so tasty. We will have leftovers for tomorrow despite ordering small for everything so you truly get your money's worth in my opinion. Can't wait to go back and try the fried chicken because if it is anything like everything else we had I'm sure it's delicious! read more

Fantastic!! Food is great and the owner is a special person that makes you feel like you are having lunch at her home!!

Delicious, flavorful food made with intention. I am never disappointed with anything I order from Laquered. Both Chefs take extreme care and consideration not only with how their ingredients are sourced, but also with the magical way they prepare their delectable meals. I am a long time customer and that will never change. read more

Lacquered - this is a HALF order! Signature Garlic Noodles Vegetable Medley Grilled Salmon and Diane's special sauce (a must) - Chicken Shop Near Me - Long Beach, California

some of the best fried chicken I have ever had. I have been looking for a very specific breading style and taste and I found it by stumbling upon Lacquered. The chefs are highly personable and very welcoming. Stepping in feels like you're coming into someone's cozy kitchen. I highly enjoyed the ambiance, decor, and every bite of my meal. We ordered the half chicken combo and look forward to coming back to taste the chicken tenders next! note: everything is made to order but the wait is worth it! We came home with the warmest chicken we've ever purchased and it was still perfectly crispy after 20 minutes of driving home and settling in. read more

Normally don't ever leave reviews but this is legitimately one of the best food spots in LB. I want people to discover a legitimate hole in the wall with legit food and chefs. First had this restaurant for takeout during Covid and I was blown away at the quality even during transit time and in boxes. All the food we had was well seasoned, fairly portioned, and most importantly, a distinct fresh taste that cannot be feigned. As someone who's worked in the industry before, the difference between fresh and frozen/prepared food is so subtle but makes such a impact in terms of quality. I believe the chef/owners had background in fine dining and decided to open their own place serving food they back. It's pretty obvious as they take the time explain the dishes and the taste of the food shines through. As a foodie I love that the food feels like it comes first without compromising the integrity of their dishes to save corners here and there. I mean, who else makes homemade sauces. The times I've waited I don't mind one bit because the food always comes out banging. For food, their hand cut fries and fried chicken are probably some of the best in LB. To me, the closest thing I've had to homestyle southern fried chicken here. No one really does proper fried chicken in Cali unless they specialize in it or you go to fine dining place but what's the point in that. (Nick's has banger fried chicken imo) Would love for this restaurant to stay open and my only worry is if they get popular (as they should tbh) quality of food may dip or people may leave frustrated waiting an extended amount of time they're not used to. Anyways, love this place and is must checkout! read more

Lacquered - Half Fried Chicken with homemade sauces - Chicken Shop Near Me - Long Beach, California

Order: Half Fried Chicken Add on's: vegetable medley and mac Came with salad/cole slaw and complimentary chocolate covered strawberries Butter Cajun Shrimp Ordered thru Uber Eats Half Friend Chicken: Not my fav. Batter wasn't too flavorful, chicken was dry. Mostly crispy thick batter. The buffalo garlic sauce that I selected for dipping was very tasty and helped redeem the chicken. Veggie Medley: Fresh, well cooked, nice assortment (Broccoli, Cauliflower, Squash, Corn on the Cob segments, Brussel Sprouts, Carrots). Mac: Creamy, Gooey, and Cheesy. Doesn't need tomatoes or toppings. White cheeses. Butter Cajun Shrimp: This was my fav! Great flavor. EZ peel. Cooked well. 10/10! Salad/Cole Slaw: Great complement. Fresh. Tasty dressing. Chocolate Covered Strawberries: Free. Nice touch. They were tasty!! Well portioned. Well packaged. Hot on arrival. Satisfied! Overall would recommend. Looking forward to trying other items on the menu. read more

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Heard about this spot for the longest time from local posts. Finally made that effort to check it out in honor of our friend, Janice Cabaysa (RIP). Here was our experience. AMBIANCE: Parking: Street parking and plaza parking. It gets popping depending on the time of day. Seating: COVID-19 protocol at the moment but generally it's a small and intimate spot. Seems like usually there'd be room for two people. Feels: It's on the famous Broadway, so there are a lot of eatery, every errand shops and small business shops. The spot itself is occupied with identity. From their pictures of food, snacks, menu, and random art (like a scupltured chicken and cage). Definitely a lot of character to share with some nice lo-fi music in the background. Great spot for a good grab and go to the beach or a park. FOOD: Fried Chicken (Recommend) The most recommended by the locals. Is it the best? Well I don't want to start any fights but let's just say this is on my favorites list. Well breaded, crunchy, savory, and juicy. Don't forget to dip it to one of their SEVENTEEN sauces. We got the garlic and the herbal ranch - both great choices. Poutine Fries (Recommend) Relatively thick fries served hot. The cheese curds were well melted and scattered and the green onions gave it a good lively kick. The gravy is something special - not your usual warm it up Campbell soup type but lightly thickened and seasoned with herbs. Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Recommend) The double decker format reminded me when I was a young kid and had the metabolism to handle that much calories. This was nostalgic yet refreshing. A goood old fashion soul of a comforting grilled cheese but blessed with culinary genious - two cheeses, bread was buttered for extra flavor and crisp, and the fried cheese on top. Tomato Soup (Recommend) Yes. Pretty simple and comforting. I like the small chunks of tomatoes here and there in addition to the naturalness of it. A good subtle dish to any other entres - sandwich, chicken or other orders. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Diana was awesome. Very passionate and personable. TL; DR OVERALL: 5 Stars. Awesome! Delicious food, reasonable prices, and cool ambiance. I definitely must come back as there's more stuff on their menu I absolutely must try. It's definitely interesting with the eclectic dishes from garlic noodles to fried chicken. I recommend this to locals, chicken fanatics, or people wanting to taste a local gem of Long Beach. Till next time, Diana and the Lacquered team! TIPS: * Ask them about their specials of the day read more

Lacquered - Fried Chicken, poutine fries, grilled cheese, and tomato soup - Chicken Shop Near Me - Long Beach, California

What a wonderful, warm restaurant!! We ordered the Cajun shrimp and crack cookie. Went in to pick up and everyone there was so inviting and friendly! The Cajun shrimp was delicious! Perfect spice and so much flavor. Yum We will be back again! read more

The best chicken nuggets I've ever had EVER. The French fries are so good. I'll definitely go there again .

Such amazing service and happy staff every time I've ordered from here! This is how a restaurant should run. Food is great, fresh, a little salty but for me, I love that ha. 10/10 taste and customer service. Been telling people to try Lacquered ever since my first order! Pro tip: their salads are great, add tenders! read more

Boo to you nay-sayers! My friend and I ate there tonight. Diana was working ALONE for most of the night. Yet she held true to her goal: Food made fresh, delicious, no compromises. If you want food fast, go eat fast-food. She cooked, answered the phone, operated the cash register, and served seated and to-go customers. What a dynamo! read more

So we've been wanting to try this place for a long time.. we ordered the half fried chicken.. EXTREMELY crunchy!! Chicken was juicy inside. We also ordered the French fries.... WHAT A TREAT!! Steak style beefy fries to die for.. the macaroni and cheese, very tasty. read more

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Wow. They aren't kidding about that fried chicken. I ate here pre-covid when I lived in the neighborhood- I can't remember what I had but I remembered really liking it. They have a great location and it's very clean inside. Their kitchen is visible and immaculate. I was perusing Postmates this past Tuesday and to my delight I saw their name pop up! I ordered the buy 6 chicken strips get one free bucket, I added a side of the garlic noodles and spicy coleslaw. It was fantastic- definitely the best fried chicken I've ever had. Noodles and coleslaw were really excellent too. I mean for the value you really can't beat the quality of the food they are providing. I can't wait to order more and share with friends and family. I'm even going to have them cater my next book club get together. read more

This is a neighborhood gem! The food is always tasty, fresh and consistent. The owners are always happy to see you too. My go to items are the Salmon Keto Bowl, Mac & Cheese, 1/2-pound Garlic Shrimp, and Deviled Eggs as an appetizer. I wanted to gate keep this location like everyone else, but I just have to share with everyone in the area! You got to put it on your takeout list! read more

OK, 2020 has been a total bummer, but this may have been the best Thanksgiving meal I have ever had (minus the family and friends). Lacquered did a special Thanksgiving take out meal that was absolutely delicious. They said that it would feed 5 people, but it was more like 6-8 people. The amount of food was impressive, but the quality of the food even more so. First off, instead of a turkey, they offered a stuffed, whole chicken that was deboned and easy to slice. The chicken was soft and juicy, and the stuffing was delicious. Plus, it came with some rich chicken gravy. The scalloped potatoes had a smokey flavor, and the mac and cheese had a spicy kick. Both, had a subtle twist on traditional flavors with the smokiness and the spicy flavors. Surprisingly, the roasted vegetables may have been my favorite. So fresh and perfectly cooked, with some sweet, buttery taste to it. Oh, and the the "pumpkin square" was basically a whole pumpkin pie in a square shape. We were expecting five little squares, but instead got a gigantic pie for again 6-8 people easily. Again, the surprising twist was that creme anglaise was a custard layer across the top of the pie rather than a cream or sauce. To top it off, I was waiting in the car, but my wife said that the couple that owns Lacquered were really sweet and friendly. They were surprised by the demand, but with this success I hope they plan on a xmas take out dinner! We'll be there. read more

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