Stopped by here as we were passing through despite the varying reviews. It was a rainy day and there were only 2 slightly older gentleman working. Took a bit of time between them noticing me at the counter + taking my order but the man helping me with so nice. They ran out of ribs and he offered to swap it out for hotlinks. Food came out piping hot and the chicken was juicy and flavorful (we opted for dark meat). Baked beans, mac & cheese, and cornbread were all solid sides. It's a pretty small spot so seating might be hard but I'd def come back so I could try the ribs! read more

This places rating does not reflect how good the food is... is places like Monterey and Carmel people are used to a certain standard and when you are a hole in the wall spot maybe the chairs are not from restoration hardware... this place is an easy 10, great great food and the staff are so nice. Never judge a book by its cover... go sit down and eat. read more

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I had a "rib special" for $26 or $28 (I'm not sure) and I got three very fatty pork ribs, with little flavor. A portion of the rib meat was over cooked so that was too chewy. The worst ribs I've ever had. The meal came with two sides and I chose the beans and was given lukewarm beans obviously out of a can. No "special" recipe -- just unappealing watery canned beans. The tables and chairs are lawn furniture and the place is not clean. With tax, the meal somehow was over $30. I'll never go there again. read more

This 5 star review is only for the chicken. This chicken is absolutely delicious, especially if you get it to go. The cole slaw and beans were excellent. The broccoli was extremely under seasoned. Service was very nice. Pricing was reasonable. Not much ambiance. read more

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I live in Salinas and this place is very special to me. My dad has took me here since I was 8 years old. I am now 23. The food, quality, and atmosphere has not changed one bit. Amazing owners and very caring. Just ate there today and I got the chicken bbq sandwich with fries, potato salad, and coleslaw. AMAZING. If you are looking for an amazing bbq chicken sandwich. This is the place for you. All these other bad reviews, I don't understand them. Do not hesitate to come here! You will not be disappointed. They all work very hard and put a lot of love in there food. read more

Wow! Key find. I have been visiting PG several times a year since the 80s and have driven by this little gem often, never venturing in. Wasted years! Highly recommend. I wasn't sure how much to order and the fella was great! The portions were abundant! The ribs fell off the bone - so yummy!! The mashed potatoes were cooked to perfection and the gravy was delicious! The cole slaw was also great, without too much mayo. I will be coming here every time I'm in town! read more

Okay, I am giving this place a 5 STAR with a caveat. The chicken is really good, but that is not why I go. Their coleslaw is not bad, but not my style, as I prefer it a bit sweet. Their beans are, well, good beans, but not notably different. The restaurant is pretty much 1960s take out style. We usually drive out to Piñon Point and eat in the car while watching the sunset. Yeah, ribs in the car. I know, not a great idea but what a view. So why do I go nearly 150 miles one way to eat here? Simply put, the RIBS are INCREDIBLE. Yes, I have seen other comments to the contrary. I can't explain them. I once drove all the way because my daughter had claimed she knew a great rib place. We came back with enough ribs to feed her family of 4. They never made it home. She normally eats like a bird, but she, to our surprise, consumed all the ribs herself. Needless to say, we changed her mind that night. :) They literally fall right off the bones. I would love to have their recipe for the rib BBQ sauce. They have a BBQ out front where I believe they smoke the ribs then I pressure-cook them, but I can't swear to it. I consider myself a good BBQ cook and though I have come close, I cannot replicate their sauce. If you go, at least TRY the ribs!!! They are awesome. And this is Pacific Grove. There is a reason these guys have been there for so long. It is one of the most expensive places in California. Their restaurant is Just around the corner from 17-Mile Drive!!!! read more

The Chicken and Ribs combo was delicious. We never know it was here for so long after we decided to finally give it a try. The ribs just came off the bone and was tasty with the BBQ sauce. The BBQ sauce was finger licking good. It was all flavorful and hit all the taste buds. The chicken was still juicy and wasn't dry at all. It had the right seasoning and just hits. The sides of Mac and Cheese and potato salad was tasty too. We went twice already in 1 month and will be back for more. read more

Great fresh smoked meat friendly service real mashed potatoes and gravy I will come again read more

Little Chicken House - 2 way combo chicken ribs and real mashed potatoes and garlic bread - Barbeque Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

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Amazing food, the chicken is seasoned and cooked great. Small seating area but great hole in the wall atmosphere. Kind helpful server, extremely fast food service. We will be back! Good place for kids, no high chairs but the fast service made up for it read more

Fantastic chicken !!! Wonderful flavors !! Every time we are in Pacific Grove/Carmel/Monterey we go to Little chicken house ! Location is basic , service is prompt and polite . They do offer Ribs from smoker outside , but stick with the Chicken . It may not be Fancy , but it's worth it read more

Nothing special - really expensive chicken. Beans from a can. Better off with a Costco chicken at 1/5 of the price.

The food was delicious as always. I come every year when I'm in town for a conference. See you guys next year!

Very generous portions! Everything tastes extremely fresh, will definitely be back - good option for takeout in the area

A quick, easy stop for some BBQ food. The small indoor area was packed when we entered. We grabbed two plates, one got the pork sandwich and my husband got the chicken. I will say, the meat was pretty delicious! I wish I tried the ribs, which a lot of people ordered. The sides just didn't do it for me. The mashed potatoes were bland, even with the gravy. And the Mac & cheese was definitely just noodles with cheese on top. The guys running the restaurant were very friendly and helpful, so i am glad to see it doing well, even if it's a miss for me. read more

Little Chicken House - Barbeque Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

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Amazing the way that the chicken is smoked, our thighs were delicious unfortunately the white meat and legs were way overcooked. Dry to the bone. Skin was crispy. Potato salad and garlic bread are solid but not amazing. Will go back to try other items on the menu. read more

I love the simplicity of this place. I was only going to eat half my bbq chicken sandwich and I ended up eating all of it- with coleslaw!!! I don't even like coleslaw! I have been thinking about this place since I ate it. I did t bring any home to my husband and I had to come clean that I loved it and we need to go back. Go here. It's well worth the try! I ate in the car so I have nothing g to say about ambiance. read more

I love the drive through experience at this spot. Easy, quick, and the guys behind the scenes get you the best slabs of meat they can. Beef brisket is my number 1 favorite. SO GOOD and lathered with bbq. My number 2 is definitely the chicken. They cook it all right there in house. The smell of the barbecue outside while they are doing their thing is the most incredible smell ever! I'd suggest skipping on the sides. They don't travel well at all. Meat is the way to go when ordering here. read more

Been going here every year. The smoke flavor of the ribs!!! And the bbq chicken is delicious!

I've been eating here for over 30 years! I love those guys, always in a great mood, my little boy loves the beef brisket!

What happened? This used to be one of the best restaurants in Pacific Grove. The chicken was juicy and tender, the ribs fell off the bone and the sauce was INCREDIBLE...not any more. The last few times I went before I gave up the meat was rubbery and skimpy. The sauce was bland and watery. I miss what it used to be. I can only hope it gets back to what it used to be. I had so many fond memories I would like to relive one day. read more

This is my favorite chicken. It's a little expensive though. Is it possible to buy just the chicken without having to buy sides?

Been coming since I was a kid, same taste, same people, great memories. Chicken and rib combo, fantastic. Mashed potatoes with extra gravy and extra bbq sauce as the side. Delish, no frills. read more

A simple place with a small dining room and drive thru. The bbq looks small and basic. The food is disappointing. The ribs were way over cooked, the links seem to be boiled and commercial, the beef was tough, dry, boring, and the chicken was on par with an old rotisserie chicken from a grocery store. That's the best part of the meal. The salads were terrible. All of them. potato, macaroni, and Cole slaw. I can't imagine going back. That said the staff was friendly and enjoyable. read more

Little Chicken House - Ribs and Chicken Cole Slaw and Fries - Barbeque Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

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I have grown up in the area. We use to always eat here as a kid. Decide to give it a try on my lunch break and was definitely disappointed. It is super over priced. I got the two meat plate with beef and chicken. You don't know what kind of beef it is, Tri tip, brisket or whatever. The beef was so dry and chewy I had to give it back. I couldn't even eat it. The chicken was fine not a lot of flavor. The barbecue sauce isn't great at all super watery. The potato salad was just store bought. Definitely pass on this one. read more

Terrible attitude and cold chicken. This used to be a pretty decent place, but has definitely gone downhill since the original owner left a few years back. read more

We had a great time...2nd time here food is excellent...finger licking...don't wear whitefriendly warm workers/owners, so glad still here! read more

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Always great finger lickin good BBQ!! Do not let the looks fool you. It looks weathered but the food is hot and ready super quick, and tastes amazing!! read more

Little Chicken House - Cole slaw and brisket and pork. Chicken and beans - Barbeque Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

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We did the drive through, food came out quickly (plus) but lukewarm (minus). It was about 4 pm and they ran out of beef briskets (minus). The chicken is better than the BBQ pork, which was kind of dry. read more

Little Chicken House - Two Way Combo with Two Sides. chicken, pork with mashed potatoes and corn bread - Barbeque Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

Not sure when the best time is to go, but I've had good food and soso food. When it's not great it's overcooked and dry.

Not a bad place for being the only bbq joint in the area that I could find. It doesn't hold a candle to the bbq places in Texas or Oklahoma, but it satisfies a slight hankering for some smoked meats. The beef and cole slaw were metiocre with the potato salad and smoked chicken being the best two of four on my plate. Washing it all down was a Coca Cola that was somewhere between super bubbly and flat being right on the cusp of tolerable. It's a dive on the inside with only one bathroom accessible via the kitchen, but service is good. read more

Little Chicken House - Two meat meal. - Barbeque Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

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Food had no flavor. Did not finish the food. We ordered two different plates to get a variety, not the best bbq option for food.

I've been coming here for as long as they've been open, and have never been disappointed in the food, with the exception of sometimes the baked beans you end up with more juice than beans but every time I mention this, they do a good job of reversing that. Staff are always friendly services is always fast. read more

The chicken, beef and ribs are great! Plus for the price they charge, you get a LOT of food. My wife and I get the three meat plate and always receive huge portions of the sliced beef and the pork ribs. The chicken is always very tender and juicy! For sides we enjoy the corn bread and mashed potato with gravy. A nice local establishment with very friendly staff. They also have a convenient drive-thru window if need be but its easy enough to just park and order food to-go or dine in since they have small and clean dining area. Thank you Little Chicken House we will definitely keep enjoying your food every time we are in town! read more

The chicken and side dishes are delicious. Drive thru service is speedy and friendly. The building itself could use a paint job and facelift. Nevertheless I expect to return for the great food alone. read more

I have so many fond memories of going to eat here with my family as a child, the chicken was always well seasoned and delicious..crispy and juicy, and the sides are always generous and delicious! to this day I will always look for similar flavors and styles in rotisserie chicken although they may be hard to find in my current city. forever love little chicken house. read more

I've lived in this area nearly my entire life, and had never been here, but had to pop in today to pick up some food for a coworker while they were in class, and got offered a free lunch, so - why not?! As I'm not a huge BBQ person (but I love good food of almost any kind done right - and BBQ chick is UP there), I got the BBQ chicken sandwich with a side of coleslaw that I planned to put on the sandwich. Pros: portions are BIG (I could have split this into two meals, probably), chicken is fresh and pretty tasty. Cons: while they saturated their coleslaw with mayo/sauce (and yes it tasted good but way too much mayo for my liking), they were super skimpy with the BBQ sauce on the chicken! It TASTED good, but some pieces were not quite dry - but on the drier side. It would be great to include a little thing of the BBQ sauce on the side to add more if you want, but I didn't see that as an option. Also - there are NO veggie condiments - no tomatoes, lettuce, pickles. etc. I feel like that would be nice to have, I didn't expect such a plain sandwich. The employees were nice, though. Not sure I'll be back, but it wasn't a bad experience! I just think they could be way better with a just a few improvements! :) read more

If your looking for some good bbq I highly recommend this place. Can't go wrong with the ribs & extra sauce! and some chicken on the side I didn't mind the salad And corn bread. The mash potatoes weren't bad at all. Potato salad was ehh I would rate that a 6. But everything else is delicious!! And the hospitality is awesome I love the guys that work their! always greeting with good vibes Y'all should really stop by check them out. read more

Always a must on our list whenever we visit Monterey. Sauce is drinkable, portions are huge and finger licking good

Do not bother to eat here!! The ribs were tender, but the bbq sauce was so thinned down, it had little flavor. The Mac and cheese was terrible: undercooked macaroni and cheese, no sauce!! I do not recommend this place!! read more