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    4.5 (83 reviews)
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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Southwest quinoa bowl and Brussels sprout croutons
    Denisse R.

    Finally made the drive out to Rancho del Oro to try out Roostr Yard. I had the Southwest Quinoa Bowl which comes with the Herb Lemon sauce by default. It was delicious and hearty. Definitely plenty of food. I also ordered the Brussel Sprout Croutons and I gotta say that they were exceptional. Pricing is a bit on the higher side but when you're getting fresh and delicious food, it's worth it. I'd like to go back and try one of their chicken meals.

    Double Kale Quinoa Bowl
    Micaela T.

    Very good bowl and food. Service was quick and friendly. They were also not super busy when I went around 1pm. I ordered my bowl without and dressings or sauces and the woman who took my order was very polite and kind and accommodated my requests. Most importantly, the chicken breast in my bowl was beautifully seasoned, juicy, warm, and delicious. Overall, great lunch spot!

    Grilled Chicken Protein Bowl
    Kareem P.

    When it comes to chicken, Oceanside has been lacking in a solid establishment dedicated to the art of poultry. Now we have Roostr Yard! Roostr Yard is Oceanside's premier restaurant that offers a safe haven for chicken lovers in the city. Even more, their preparation process is healthier than other chicken establishments. To be clear, Roostr Yard is NOT your typical trendy "hot chicken" establishment. Instead, their preparation involves a 24-hour brining process and then the chicken is grilled to perfection. This process leaves the inside tender & juicy, with the outside crispy & flavorful. Their location is centrally located off of Oceanside Blvd & they're across from the new Frontwave Arena. They have a spacious interior, with plenty of seating for families & groups and they also have covered patio seating outside. I also appreciate that they have mural artwork & decor that honors the landmarks of Oceanside. Although they have parking spaces up front, they share the lot with neighboring businesses, which can sometimes mean parking further down from them. I love their dark meat chicken cuts and also a side plate coconut curry lime rice, and I recommend their wraps, salads or sandwiches that come on a ciabatta. They also now offer protein bowls, which are perfect for my weightlifting goals. Overall, I truly feel that Roostr Yard is a breath of fresh air from the typical trendy chicken spots and I love that I now have an healthier option in them.

    Coconut Lime Rice
    Vivian B.

    Fast, efficient and timely. The coconut lime rice is a good sized portion. There were 3 of us and we probably would've been good with the one order that comes with the Whole Chicken Platter. Our eyes were bigger than our stomachs. From what I understand this is a fairly new restaurant. Wishing them much success as it would be nice to have one closer to our home. Still worth the 30 min drive to try it. Hopefully they'll later have one closer to UTC. Next visit may be a detour from an LA drive. Otherwise, if you're in the Camp Pendleton/North County area, it's worth checking out

    Half Chicken Plate, sauces
    Sarah A.

    The chicken itself was incredibly well cooked. Some of the sauces were a little oily for my preference, my favorite was the mango lime. The coconut curry rice was a little sweeter than I expected but goes really well with some of the spicier sauces. We actually got the half chicken plate and it was more than enough for two people. It also came with rice and garlic bread. The staff was polite and we went around early dinner time, the seating is not huge but we were not there during a rush so there were a lot of options. They are in a fairly new shopping center and I had seen them a few times and finally decided to try it, definitely worth it!

    Black bean hummus
    Shay C.

    I've been wanting to try Roostr Yard for a while now, but I'm old and have a bad memory. I always seem to remember on Fridays when I order from Door Dash and of course I remember during Lent. Chicken on a Friday.... Out. Well I finally remembered this past Friday! I ordered the wings with the herb lemon sauce and some black bean hummus. The wings.... I mean what kind of wings are these? Turkey wings... because they are huge! Not that I'm complaining because really.... Who complains about getting too much food when you order? They were grilled and delicious! The sauce was a little strong and I know this sounds dumb to say, but a little TOO lemon'ish. Not complaining about that either because I know it's a matter of taste. The black bean hummus was also very lemon'ish but was really good! Nice texture and the little buttered bread tips was perfect! I think next time I will try the wings without sauce because the grilled flavor alone was really tasty.

    Alan S.

    The flavors were dynamic and that is what gains the stars in this place. I loved the chicken sandwich with the mango dressing as it gave both a tangy and sweet taste to the chicken. The chicken was not dry as many places give sandwiches that are grilled and just a dry chicken breast. Overall the other dishes seemed flavorful as my co-workers got coconut chicken and rice and also a salad. The one thing I really wanted to try was the elote Mac n cheese and that was heavy. It was more thicker than I thought and the elote seasoning was there but I was left wanting a more lighter and not as thick cheese. We ordered to food as delivery and I will say that the food came hot and ready despite the travel.

    Mango chicken salad, chicken sandwich and Sweet coconut rice w/ shredded Chicken.
    Stephen C.

    We took the team to Oceanside for a soccer tournament, and with a squad of ravenous players to feed, we hit the jackpot at the new shopping center near the Soccer Park, brimming with diverse dining options. After some debate, we chose Roostr Yard--because who doesn't love chicken? It was a golden find! The kids' menu Coconut Rice with shredded chicken was an absolute delight, bursting with flavors so sweet it felt like indulging in candy. They need to make this a full-sized adult dish! The chicken sandwich came on a perfectly proportioned bun, packed with juicy, expertly grilled chicken slices. And the Mango Chicken Salad? A vibrant throwback to a beloved salad from Los Angeles' Jack N Jill's, now sadly closed. My only gripe was the lack of Coke--stuck with Pepsi (not my favorite)! Still, Roostr Yard is a must-visit for chicken enthusiasts in Oceanside. Highly recommend!

    Outside seating
    Trecia L.

    We came here for dinner on a Saturday evening. There was plenty of parking at the Arroyo Verde Shopping Center (new area). We ordered the boneless place which has two chicken breast plate (no sauce since they marinate it in their own brine and I wanted to try other sauces and not just one) for $14.50, Yard fries (seasoned fries) $4, and a chicken sandwich $14.50. The boneless plate was a bit burnt and dry around the ended, yet it had pretty good flavor inside of it. I was able to try out their various sauces. A plate with two pieces of chicken for $14.50 didn't feel like it was worth it. The fries were flavorful yet served on a small plate. I tasted my husband's chicken sandwich and it was pretty good. Good flavor and the sandwich was evenly balanced, but $14.50 is a bit pricey for a sandwich. If we were to return, I think I would try the 1/4 chicken plate to see if the chicken thigh would be less dry or a salad. The place is a nice quick serve dining with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.

    Garlic bread
    Beverly E.

    Roostr Yard is finally open!! They have everything chicken. Chicken plates, salads with chicken, sandwiches & wraps with chicken, sides and chicken platters. Their take to chicken is a fresh, healthy concept - so you won't find anything fried here! Their chicken is fresh and brined overnight, so any piece you have is super moist and juicy (yes, even the chicken breast - which we all know can sometimes be dry).. We tried: * Coconut curry lime rice. This is my favorite! It's made with sticky rice and so fresh! We heard they sold out on Day 2, and we can clearly see why. I could have it everyday! * Garlic bread is on ciabatta bread and delicious! The garlic is spot on. Subtle and just enough. * Fries are always a good option with kids * 1/2 chicken. Super moist and so fresh. It's good the way it is, but if you want the sauce to compliment it, you have a few options. The staff here is friendly and all smiles. They helped answer all of our questions, and are so personable. An area of opportunity for dining in, is with the sauces on the tables. The sauces are thick and the spout for the containers make it hard to pour out so it gets clogged. We could see everyone, ourselves included - constantly shaking the bottles to get the sauce out. The containers are suitable for oils. We shared this with one of the managers (i think who may have been one of the owners), and he was really open minded about looking into it - which is great! We also couldn't figure out what their hours are, so it'd be a great idea to post that outside the store and (of course) update your yelp profile to include that. Hours. 11AM - 9PM Everyday It's so lovely to see all these healthy options open up in O'side! We'll be back Roostr Yard!! Ps - LOVE that they're open til 9PM on Sundays, when most places around here tend to close much earlier.

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    Roz E.

    This place just opened up not too long ago and I wanted to try it out! I got the 1/4 chicken plate with the thigh/leg and coconut curry lime rice. The chicken was nice and moist. Oh, and I chose the mango lime sauce! Yum Not dry at all! It was tasty. If you want to try other sauces, they had them on the table! The coconut curry lime rice, though, was not what I hoped it would be. It was too mushy for my liking, so the manager gave me fries. ;-) I will definitely be back to try their other items!

    1/2 chicken plate w/ coconut curry lime rice side
    James W.

    We've tried a variety of entrees here but always go back to the 1/2 chicken (sauce on the side) & Asian Chicken salad (no sauce on the chicken) as a combo for two. We are light eaters so that's more than enough. If you are hungry then add their unique Mac& cheese, it's got a little spice to it. Please note that the menu photos prices have risen a bit. Asian chicken salad is $15 now; 1/2 chicken is $14.50. You can use Local/Toast to place a mobile order & review their menu. Service is friendly and food is serve fairly quickly but it's not fast food as it's freshly prepared. The restaurant is casual with booths & tables and a nice covered, fenced-in patio if you want to bring a four-legged pal.

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    Sal F.

    Yes, I would recommend Roostr Yard, a great healthy choice chicken salad and a chicken wrap with the kale. You must try the sauces. They really compliment food and meal overall.

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