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    3.9 (627 reviews)

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    Waffle fries
    Jazzi E.

    This was my first time trying Plucked and I was overwhelmed (in a good way) with all the menu options. Obviously, their speciality is chicken so you can't go wrong with any type of chicken sandwich. They have sandwiches on regular buns in addition to waffle sandwiches. I opted for a waffle sandwich with hot honey and powdered sugar on the outside. I really enjoyed the chicken and the hot house sauce it came with! I have 4 stars because the waffle was very sweet with huge chunks of powdered sugar inside. I don't mind a little powdered sugar, but this threw off the sandwich a little. Next time I will try a savory sandwich as the people in my group ordered that and they looked great! A group of 3 shared a large waffle fry which was plenty. The fries were fresh and delicious. The restaurant has outdoor and indoor seating and is very casual. Easy to find parking because it's in a strip mall. Just fyi it is a little pricey for the sandwiches so not a cheap lunch spot and they do not come with any sides you have to order it all separate.

    Nashville Chicken Sandwich and Crinkle Fries
    Seth E.

    We've been here before but it was before it merged with other establishments (Pimp My Ramen, Murder Burger, and Taco Munchers) to become Fat Chance Food Hall. They have two kiosks on the side for you to order from and you're given the option to order from all of the different restaurants. We were there for the plucked chicken, so we ordered our chicken sandwiches and chicken tenders. I got the Nashville Chicken Sandwich and the Crinkle Fries. My chicken was "Pretty Cluckin' Hot" which is only the second hottest option, and it was already a good spice level! It tasted really good and I should have asked for ranch dipping sauce to make it even better. The fries were solid on their own and paired well with the chicken sandwich. I definitely want to try out the other food options that they offer now that they're available. I also noticed that they had a new pick-up system. It looked very high-tech and they were almost like transparent safes which contained each person's order with the name displayed outwards towards the customer. You would then enter a code that would open the safe to give you your food. I also want to add that the staff there are super friendly and check in on you similar to a restaurant setting as opposed to a fast food setting like this. Going back for sure!

    The Basic Chick
    Christina C.

    We came here for a quick lunch and found the chicken sandwiches to be incredibly underwhelming. We ordered one fried and one grilled. Both lacked flavor. THE BASIC CHICK - dill pickles, jalapeno sweet heat slaw, pluck sauce THE CLUB CHICK - grilled chicken breast, applewood bacon, roma tomato, chipotle ranch, avocado crema, mixed greens The tables are not clean. They're incredibly sticky and you leave feeling gross.

    Victor L.

    I got another sandwich that's not pictured here. I'm torn between a 3 or 4 rating. I'm not a fan of their kiosk ordering system. It gets confusing when you have to click on add to cart even though you already selected your sandwich and all of the options. They weren't too busy on a Saturday lunch, and I should've simply ordered from the cashier. The sandwich is a 4/5. It's got decent bread, excellent slaw and OK to good chicken. I'm more of a floury/crispy chicken person so the light breading probably didn't do it for me. I forgot what I exactly ordered but it's contrasting flavors hit the spot. There is a bit of tangy, sweet, salty and a hint of bittersweet from the slaw. It's actually quite nice, but again I wish the chicken was better. As a comparison, I'm not a Chick Fila fan but I think the chicken is cooked similar. I do like Bakesale Betty but they're all the way in Oakland. The 3 piece tenders is a 1/5. They're so small, barely crispy, and cost $9.99! Sure they may be a little better quality than chicken nuggets, but honestly I wouldn't mind $6 for 20 piece chicken McNuggets. You get more pieces, more crisp and you get sauce. This came without sauce, and although I got this for my kids they didn't even take more than a bite. Disappointing at best. Their waffle fries and hot as pluck fries are pretty decent. A chicken sandwich meal is about $15 with waffle fries. The large side order of fries we got had a nice spicy kick, yummy cheese and bits of pickles. Hot as pluck? I had no problem devouring them. My friends had their sandwiches and one ordered a salad. Only 1 of the 4 adults enjoyed their meal. The salad guy said it was nothing special. One friend of mine said he won't come back but doesn't explain. Two of my friends did love their sandwich. That's the truth so I hope this helps you all!

    Nashville chicken sandwich
    Piyush G.

    Loaded fries with great, and overall fried chicken was nice too. For the Nashville sauce we took the lowest heat level and even that was hot for us, so that's our capacity. For people who like hot, you can play around with the hotness of your order, but be careful. Lot of place to sit and also additional food options like ramen, taco etc..

    The Rooster and Buffalo Fries
    Ramona V.

    I came in for a late lunch with my mom the other weekend. We shared The Rooster chicken sandwich that has cheddar, applewood bacon, over-easy egg, and house pepper jelly. It had a unique sweet taste to it due to the jelly. It was decent but I'd probably order a savory chicken sandwich next time. We also got a side of the Buffalo Fries which comes with queso, buffalo sauce, blue cheese crumbles, and green onion. The fries were great and I'd recommend ordering this if you like your fries with toppings. The portion size was enough to get two of us full. Overall plucked is pretty good but I think I prefer World Famous Hot Boys in Walnut Creek better for chicken sandwiches.

    Yummy Sticky Chicky
    Mille C.

    Used to love spicy stuff in my youth. Unfortunately, old age has gutted my gut so can't handle much spice anymore. Fortunately for me, the Sticky Chicky sandwich was more sweet than spicy. A whole lot of sweet with a bit of mild heat. Bursts of heat that don't linger popped up occasionally, probably from the jalapenos. Tweety Bird is even sweeter. Same ingredients except the sticky sauce is replaced with honey mustard. Super yummy overall. Personal preference; however, didn't care for the very faint aftertaste of anise or licorice. Perhaps there was raw fennel in the slaw? Mom can't tolerate any spice at all so she eliminates anything spicy on her sando. She opted for the Rooster replacing the jelly with plain mayo. She loves the fried egg and chicken combo. The bacon is a salty bonus. She also likes the Fried Chicken Monte Cristo which is basically a mash up of a sweet dessert with salty fried chicken. We usually do takeout because despite the bright lights, the interior feels cold, dark and claustrophobic. Maybe the dark red paint, dark wood, grey concrete and low ceilings give this impression. The bright pops of yellow helps but doesn't totally negate this impression. The patio out front is awesome in the summer though.

    Hai L.

    Chicken restaurant in Northern California that has a variety of fried chicken sandwiches, craft beer, and other items including tacos and tenders. It's a great place to hang out, enjoy some chicken sandwiches, and watch sports all while enjoying some good beer.

    Tenders with Jalapeño Sweet Heat Slaw
    Audrey I.

    I've been a pretty big fan of Sauced for the longest time, so it should come as no surprise to anyone that I enjoy Plucked (they share the same owners). The sandwich isn't the best Nashville chicken sandwich I've ever had, but it's still delightfully crispy and the mayo-based sauce is tangy yet spicy. I would have liked the sandwich to be a bit spicier, but I'm a spice fiend so it probably is just a me issue. My friend ordered the tenders which was a tad too dry and nothing special. The sauces are a must for the tenders as they'll add at least a semblance of flavor to the dish. And, if there's one thing I know Sauced / Plucked does really well, it's their sauces! The real stars, though, are the sides! Unlike other fast food chicken restaurants, the slaw at Plucked is not overly saturated in mayo and corn syrup. Regarding their fries, I'm a huge proponent of waffle fries and I can assure you Plucked does them well. Their fries carry a vestige of "Chick-Fil-A-ness" since CFA also does waffle fries notably well, but I might venture to say Chick-Fil-A's fries are lighter and better. The prices are a bit high, but such is the life when you're a resident of the East Bay. With good food and friendly service though, I can't really complain.

    Perfect tenders!!
    Frances L.

    Yum yum yum! The chicken tenders here are amazing! My family of 4 ordered the Love Me Tenders Family Meal and it was SO GOOD!! The tenders are perfectly cooked. They're tender and juicy on the inside and the lightly battered crust is crispy and flavorful. Don't forget the sauces! We loved the Plucked sauce, honey mustard and ranch. The meal includes 2 large sides and 4 biscuits. Waffle fries and coleslaw were our faves. The biscuits are big and fluffy and come with a sweet honey butter. We'll definitely be back!!

    Rocket tacos
    Shirley N.

    We came here for our 19th hole after a game of golf at nearby San Ramon golf course. Maybe a 15 minute drive over. This was our 2nd visit. Our initial visit was prior to the start of the pandemic. Last time we came they had the self serve beer. This time it was canned only. COVID. What hubby & I ordered today: * three fried chicken tacos for him and one kimchi slaw side. * two rocket tacos for me and one waffle fries side. * 16 oz Altamount Double IPA can of beer for him. * 16 oz Altamount Maui Waui can of beer for me. With tax & tip it came to $67.86. Hubby tipped 20%. Whaaat!!! As for the food, we enjoyed our tacos and sides. Beer was good too. Everything has gone up since the pandemic but kind of pricey for lunch if you ask me. Hence only 3 stars for overall experience.

    Woke
    Edwin A.

    Amazing service and the food was fantastic!!!! There was only one employee there. I think her name was Natasha and she really worked hard to take care of everyone that was waiting. I commend her for her hard work and handling the job of two or three people by her self. Also, after serving everyone, she went around to each table to make sure everyone was happy. The waffle sandwich was absolutely amazing! My 10 year old boy loved it !!Also, the vegetarian nuggets are the best I've ever had!!!! I highly recommend this place!!! E Anderson

    Five piece tenders
    Kashyap J.

    Late Sunday night cravings and forthcoming Monday Blues make you order greasiest yet tastiest treats available locally! I have had my share of wings and tandoors and nuggets and tenders. But this is no doubt one of the best so far! They are perfectly cooked ( wife is crazy about checking every piece !!) , tender and juicy and leave satisfying amount of grease on your fingers. That passed the first test! They are a bit pricey but for the perfection I can still for it. This was our taste-test and I can see myself ordering more from rest of the menu for rest of my days in Bay Area ...

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    Ask the Community - Plucked Chicken & Beer

    Are their employees wearing their masks correctly now, if at all?

    Yes

    Do they have wine?

    Yes, but they really feature beers. They have about a dozen beers on tap that are self serve.

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