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Delicious combination of flavors. I'm very happy with the take-out portion. The eggs are cooked perfectly. I got the Power Bowl. The chicken Al Pastor was very tender and had a nice subtle kick. My favorite part was the pickled onions. They give you a hefty portion so you can get some with every bite. I love the sweet and saltiness it brings. The quinoa and arugula has a very pleasant lemony dressing. It's not too overwhelming. I used the online ordering platform. I joined because It has really nice rewards. I have stopped by for a beer at the bar before. The open atrium is truly beautiful. The bartender and take out server were both really great.
I was in need of some serious comfort food!! And the crack shack came to the rescue We parked in their private parking lot which is located in the back of the restaurant. We then walked through the restaurant and ordered at the window outside (they don't have waiter style, but we were told we could place orders at the bar Instead of walking all the way through the restaurant and then going outside to the window to order) We had the pleasure of Jerry taking our order. He was great at making suggestions and helping us with the menu. (We got there during happy hour, but didn't order from that menu (They had great cocktails for HH) We ended up getting 2 crispy chicken sandwiches Their loaded fries (the chicken chili on the fries is pure heaven) Order of biscuits (Later, I ordered their spiked milkshake) Prices are actually really reasonable Portions are HUGE, they also have family Style options Jerry gave us a number for our table and then next stop was their HOMEMADE SAUCE station. (Their ranch and bbq sauce is to die for!) I love that the sauces are serve yourself and unlimited. No more having to wait for your waiter to bring it to you or them bringing only one little side of sauce. They also have everything else you need at the sauce station. Such as to go boxes and silverware. They have a roll of paper towels at your table which I love. I'm a messy eater and I don't have to bother wait staff for more napkins. So it's a win / win Thankfully a booth opened up (super cute booths) they only have a few booths and then just a bunch of tables. They have picnic style tables and chairs as well. But they also have a second floor which has a bunch of extra seating, you can book private parties up there and they have certain events like trivia night that is held upstairs (also, a bunch of TVs upstairs) They offer a Military discount They have beer flights But, my favorite is the quality of food you are getting. (This is all written on their menu) Our Chicken Our fresh, "beyond-free range," pasture-raised birds come from nearby boutique farms. They're organic, non-GMO, antibiotic- and preservative-free. Our Eggs Our eggs come from local, family-owned and operated farms like Eben-Haezer Ranch, raising hormone- and antibiotic-free chicks. Our Spices Our proprietary, ground to order, organic spice blends come from Le Sanctuaire in San Francisco. Our Bread We only use bread made in-house or artisan bread sourced from the best local bakeries. Always fresh. Our Produce Wherever possible, the produce found in our bowls and on our sandwiches comes from boutique local farms. Our Ice Cream Our seasonally rotating shakes are spun with premium, natural-ingredient scoops from SoCal-based After's Ice Cream. So, there it is. You KNOW you are getting quality food from them. I'll definitely be back soon! PS it's also dog friendly!!!
Absolutely insane restaurant. Have heard so many good things I had to check it out. The firebird with fries was phenomenal. Need to come back to try more menu items. Jerry and the rest of the staff were the best. Lots of seating and bar inside as well. This is a must visit if in the area. Highly recommend!!
This review is 90% love, but I hope the owners catch the 10% that needs work. We came back to Crack Shack for round 2 because my wife was obsessed with the Firebird on our first visit. Crispy chicken sandwich = dope, no notes. We also grabbed chicken tenders that first time and got... sad nuggets instead. Not the end of the world, so we rolled back after she dropped $200 on gift cards. This visit: Firebird again, Cob salad, and we made sure to get the _actual_ spicy chicken tenders. Place is huge for a crispy chicken spot. Two levels, 40-ft bar with beer/spirits, TVs, bar stools, and dog-friendly with pics of pups on the wall. Order outside, grab a number, find a seat. Very cool vibe. 10 mins later food hits. Firebird still looks like fire. Cob salad was on point -- avocado, egg, mixed greens, chard corn, pickled onions, crispy quinoa, tomatoes. Solid. Now the tenders. I know they weren't nuggets this time -- they were longer, thinner... and tasted like something I'd pull from 7-Eleven. Even then, 7-Eleven would get side-eyed. Disappointed is an understatement. Advice: skip the tenders unless you've got kids to feed. Last complaint isn't food -- it's the app. I bought $200 in gift cards but waited too long to claim reward points, emailed them, and got ghosted. That's the second bad taste in one visit. Mr. Crack, if you're reading: hit my email so I can update this to 10/10 and praise your customer service. You've got the food and vibe locked. Fix the tenders and the support, and you're untouchable. 8.2/10 -- you know what to work on.
The Crack Shack is an awesome family friendly restaurant serving up unique interpretations of chicken sandwiches. I ordered my food to-go. The coop devil is a classic, well put together chicken sandwich. It's flavorful on its own, and paired really nicely with the self-serve sauces (I.e. sriracha mayo, honey mustard, barbecue, etc). The Fowl Italiano was a perfect sandwich that felt like eating chicken parm in between two slices of bread. It needed no additional sauces and was great on its own. The service is fantastic and was above and beyond expectations. They were transparent about what they recommend ordering, gave me a small baggy to put my sauces in (self serve) when I was waiting for my food, and quickly prepared my take-out order. The atmosphere is fun. They have plenty of tables, some that faces a large TV screen for watching sports and an area to play corn hole.
Stopped by because we were in the area and wanted to give it a try. Food here was decent, our food was a little overdone, didn't have much flavor and the fries were pretty oily. I ordered the Coop DeVille and my husband ordered the Katau Looking sandwich. The ranch dressing was good, they had several different dipping sauces to choose from. The atmosphere was nice, the inside was open and spacious. The service was good and they have plenty of parking in their lot.
I see alot of mix reviews and I drive by here a lot and see the cool picture from outside. Decide to give it a try. The inside was spacious and pretty cool, remind of a Colorado sports bar. I'll stay with service, they're pretty good and fast. Super professional and friendly and attentive. Even though this is a buy your food from the front and they bring it to the back, they still run a good service spot. Let's get to the food. Ordered the whole bird. In all honesty, I was a bit disappointed. The chicken I felt was super rushed to make and it hardly had seasoning. The crunch was there for the skin, the juice was there for the chicken thighs and drum stick. The chicken breast was overdone. The saving grace was the sauces you get. I gotta give it a 2.7/5. The sauces are pour your own, pretty cool and the pineapple mustard and the siracha 1000 island was a hit. 5/5. The French fries were good, crust and seasoned well. 5/5. Biscuits were cute and small and fluffy. The butter that came with it was good 4/5. Overall I don't think I would come back here personally.
Restaurant is huge, games inside, two stories, plenty of parking, bar area, nice decor inside, great staff, but for me the food lacked flavor. We got the whole bird and sides, and there just was not any seasoning to the chicken itself. Sauces are self served along with drinks. The mini biscuits were fluffy, soft and good.
I've driven past this place so many times thinking it was just a little shack with just a window. This place has a full freaking bar inside! I was not at all expecting that. I stopped by today and got the firebird sandwich. It was okay. The chicken was the crispiest, crunchiest chicken I've ever had as well as juicy inside! It was seasoned well and was delicious. The only thing I wasn't a fan of was the amount of fried onions. I like fried onions but not that much, at a certain point I ended up picking some of off. It wasn't spicy but I would definitely go back and try other items. I was in a rush and picked the first thing that caught my eye so I think it definitely deserves a second chance.
1 year ago
Nice corner spot location. Layout is family-friendly with long picnic tables, booths, and bar seating. Bathrooms were clean and service staff were friendly as well as attentive. Food ordering was efficient where you order at the counter and it's delivered to you. Ordered the Firebird Sandwich, shared the Don Pastor fries, and enjoyed the Hot Mess cocktail. The sandwich was a punch of flavor & will fill you up. It's so huge that it's a bit of a commitment after you take your first bite as you fear the sandwich falling apart if you have to put it down. Regarding the fries, they are great fresh! They go in hard with all the sauces that it becomes a mushy mess if it cools down. The fundido, crema, and a red pastor sauce (?) with soggy cold fries is a big no no! Really enjoyed their mezcal cocktail. Bartender did a heavy pour on the liquor because I was buzzing after my first drink. Was impressed by their well crafted cocktail menu that was all fairly priced. Would come back to try other menu items like their salads and the rest of the drink menu. Also, their sauce bar is super clutch!!! read more
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Mary-Rose, thank you for the kind words! We're delighted you enjoyed…
1 year ago
Never order from here, burnt & overcooked chicken, overwhelming Dijon mustard flavor, soggy bread. Thanks a lot. read more
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Cesar, we are sorry to hear about your disappointing experience with…
4 months ago
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Mackenzie, we're thrilled you loved the Firebird sandwich and had…
Cool vibe. Original menu and great tasty food. I like the attention to detail with the sauce. The place has a hang out feel with games and a bar. Let's not sleep on the biscuits or the cookies either. Sandwiches are very good go for the one with the egg on it. Parking is plentiful. Great location and the staff is friendly. It's a winner for me read more
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Roger, we're thrilled you enjoyed your meal at The Crack Shack! Our…
OMG. Wish we had a location closer to us! This place was so much fun even ordering to go, it was an enjoyable place to just hang out while waiting for our food. Everything was delicious, hot and fresh not to mention, easy to eat on a long drive home, we all loved it! Huge shout out to Ryan at the order counter. He was super friendly, patient and helpful with suggestions for our first time order. Don't skip their yummy DIY sauce bar or the artesian soda fountain inside, the pineapple vanilla soda was so yummy. Please come to Murrieta/Temecula! read more
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So glad to hear we lived up to the hype, Shauna. Thanks so much for…
3 years ago
Omg why did I wait so long to try this place... it was literally so good. I'm obsessed with their sauces (the sriracha 1000 island & pineapple mustard!!) and it complimented our orders really well. I got the Coop Deville sandwich and the chicken was crispy and yummy with the coleslaw. The bun was soft and the pickles made the sandwich even better imo. We also got fries to share and I honestly have no complaints. They also have bowls if you'd like a healthy alternative. I went for lunch time so it wasn't too crowded but I can see this place being poppin at night or on the weekends! read more
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So glad you finally stopped by to give us a try, Christie! Appreciate…
Came here with a group of friends and enjoyed the ambiance and service. Food was fresh and tasty. Our favorite was the chicken oyster which are dark chicken nuggets. Ordered a tasty lemon drop too! read more
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Bri, thank you for visiting The Crack Shack! We're delighted you…
5 months ago
Very easy for older folks to digest (aka me and my partner). We are big fans of fried chicken and this place is definitely one of the healthier tasting options out of a non-healthy craving. The chicken may not be heavy on flavors, which we prefer. Sauces were just okay--most of them are on the sweeter side and didn't really add much. The biscuits are simple but satisfying. Do try. read more
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I'm so glad to hear you both enjoyed your chicken! Appreciate your…
5 months ago
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Tiffaney, we're so thrilled you had such a fantastic experience with…
6 months ago
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Jerad, we're thrilled you had such an amazing burger experience with…
2 years ago
I love the restaurant. Family friendly place. Good food plus full bar. Service was great. The person who took order was helpful plus good looking lol. Since this my first time here , I asked him what's a favorite here & ran down the menu. It sounded more appetizing hearing descriptions instead of reading it to myself. I had the coup deville. It was pretty tasty. What iI really like is that there was different sauces to try. I definitely will return. I recommend this place if you are in this area. read more
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Gizelle, we're thrilled you enjoyed your visit to The Crack Shack!…
3 years ago
5 star for the vibes - can watch games - dog friendly (even inside!) - kid friendly - has a bar - warm - order, sit down style - affordable Different vibe than little Italy's since it's completely outside whereas here is inside but open garage door style, If that makes sense. Love the chicken oysters and all the sandwiches but today craved a salad and it still delivers :) read more
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Glad to hear we continue to live up to the hype, Victoria. Appreciate…
5 months ago
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Michael, we're thrilled you enjoy our happy hour offerings and find…
5 months ago
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Noah, we're thrilled you loved the Firebird and experienced our warm…
1 year ago
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Scott, thank you for the fantastic feedback! We're delighted you…
1 year ago
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Art, we deeply regret your disappointment with our chicken…
10 months ago
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CJ, thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the…
11 months ago
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Michel, your kind words truly resonate with us! We're elated that our…
4 years ago
Came with my coworkers here to get some food; we had talked about different fried chicken shops and wanted to hit at least one of them up. Crack Shack has parking in the rear, you order in the front, and then you eat in the seating area in the middle. I opted for their Coop Deville which is: fried Jidori chicken breast, pickled fresno chilies, pickles, lime mayo, napa cabbage, brioche. Got a number and then found a place to sit; the food came out within 7-10 minutes. The Coop Deville definitely was filling and it was both delicious and refreshing (kinda like a slaw actually). Fried chicken didn't have that much breading but it did have a juicy interior. Had some chicken oysters as well which kinda tasted like chicken nuggets LOL. Might pass on this. You can get water and sauces near the front and fill them while you're waiting. Service is minimal after the order comes to you. Napkins/ towels are at each table. read more
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The Coop always hits the spot. Appreciate the review, Raymond, and…
2 years ago
Came to celebrate, and the food and service were great. The wok bowl was delish and a nice change from super rich holiday food!! Dog friendly seating was a great perk, and they loved the chicken breast and water to share. We'll come back! Also, Cory helped us a ton after the dogs spilled their water dish, and went above and beyond. read more
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Ali, we're thrilled you and your furry companions had an amazing time…
If you are cruising down 17th Street in Costa Mesa, a mural of the Beatles strolling down Abbey Road, surreally loaded with chicken heads, pops out from the corner side of a wooden building. This entryway to the famed The Crack Shack, ushers in patrons from near and far to grab a bite and hang out. There is open air seating on a mixture of metal chairs and wooded tables, and as you traverse past the games of chance, and march forward down the topiary lined wall, you can order your meal at the stand facing the street. Once seated a server will bring your dishes to the table, and it does not disappoint. An array of fried chicken options delights guests, the meals are tasty and the coleslaw is packed with jalapeños and spice, offering a not so home cooked feeling that is tough to beat. read more
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Lisa, we're thrilled you enjoyed our flavorful chicken and spicy…
1 year ago
Love the place, the staff, the food! Ordered the Firebird & Coop Deville sandwiches. Super good! We had the spicy sauce & the chiles on the side. Try their pineapple mustard sauce as well. The fries were the best! We'll definitely come back to try other items on the menu. read more
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K., we're thrilled you had an incredible experience at The Crack…
3 years ago
If you like fried chicken this place is for you. I had the chicken oysters and the mini biscuits, fabulous! My lunch mate had the "coop de vile", chicken coleslaw and pickles on a bakery bun! Also fabulous! You order on 17th street out front, then they bring your tasty food to you inside this big airy, light atrium! It is a thoroughly enjoyable experience. The service is top notch, and very friendly. My good friend really enjoyed his sandwich, this was his first time! The cocktails looked delicious! Check this place, I predict you will like it! read more
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Stellar choices, Stanley. Thanks for bringing a new friend in-- I'm…
3 years ago
Solidly good chicken sandwiches, better than average salads and choices of beverages. I like that all the beverages are different and you can serve yourself so you can try them all. Seating and ambiance are fun and unique. Really amazing that they have communal public sinks to wash your hands in the dining area...truly inspired! read more
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Thanks for taking the time to leave such a kind review, Kassandra!…
Love this Crab Shack! Great food, great service, and great space! I loved the Firebird sandwich ($13)! It wasn't spicy to me at all, but the flavors all went so well that I didn't mind not tasting any spiciness. The small size fries are only $3 and they are delicious and worth getting! My hubby and I shared the food and was completely full after the sandwich and fries. I love the interior of this place! It's huge and they've built the space very well to accommodate a variety of guests and needs (i.e several TVs, a play area for kids). They have a parking lot just behind their establishment, which is huge because it can be so hard to secure street parking. read more
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Amazing order, Sandra! Appreciate the visit and review and hope to…
3 years ago
Used to the SD location, came here out of convenience, fried chicken cooked well here. Their fries are tasty as well, very strong potato flavor. I like the many sauces to choose from to tip their chicken. Got their kale caesar salad for some balance. OVerall good experience. Wasn't too busy when we came to eat here for Sunday lunch. They have their own parking lot. read more
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Love to hear it, TianChee! Appreciate you stopping by and happy to…
3 years ago
I was so delighted to come across Crack Shack when I was recently in Costa Mesa. I've been to the San Diego location a while ago and loved it so I knew I had to stop by, even for a quick bite! I ordered the spicy nuggets, fries, and the coleslaw. The spicy nuggets did not have much heat but there was definitely flavor. The chicken was juicy and tender. The fries were solid, well seasoned. The coleslaw, incredible. So fresh and the pickles were a great addition! The slaw was crunchy and fresh and complimented the fried nuggets and fries! The interior was also so cute and well thought out in theme, very charming barnyard sports bar vibes in a good way. Great and quick service. Order and seat yourself. Adequate parking. Highly recommend! read more
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I'm thrilled to hear you're a loyal fan, Abigail! Appreciate the kind…
We've eaten here in Vegas and loved it! We stopped in for lunch and ordered the half bird in sweet heat, two large fries and the double clucker along with 6 biscuits. We also Ordered and Oreo shake and regular drinks. Their pineapple cream soda is to die for. It's weird though cause you have to order outside at a walk up opening then inside it's open to the elements and there's a bar inside. It was good. I feel like my chicken was a little cold and I was supposed to get a wing, a breast, a thigh, a leg and I'm not sure if I got the breast or not...but the fries were bangin!!! read more
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Sounds like a solid order, Nicole! I'm thrilled to hear you enjoyed…
This is seriously my favorite chicken sandwich place! I've been a fan of Crack Shack since they were in the Century City Mall. Unfortunately, the one in LA closed. But they are still running in Costa Mesa. I would make this trip from LA to Costa Mesa anytime. I always get the Firebird sandwich. The chicken is always fried to perfection, the crunch is sometimes I always look forward to in the first bite. It isn't that spicy but does have a kick. So if you can't handle spice that well, I would say proceed with caution. Came during lunch and it was relatively crowded. They have seating upstairs, so if there are no seats on the bottom floor, check the top floor. The stairs are behind the bar area. Parking is in the lot right behind the store. Sometimes it gets filled, but not too hard to wait for someone to eventually leave and you can swoop in for a spot. Crack Shack is better than any chicken sandwich chain in the market. read more
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Couldn't have said it better myself! Thrilled to hear you're a fan…
1 year ago
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Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Parker. We are…
2 years ago
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Tahni, we sincerely apologize for the unsatisfactory experience. We…
As a child of the 80's I pledged and DARE'd to stay off drugs for the rest of my life. Drugs are bad. Drugs kill. Drugs are a no no. As an adult, my Shrink warned me of my potential addictive personality but I just thought, what's one sniff? That one sniff turned into a snort. Then turned into a huff. That innocent huff quickly escalated into a swirling abyss of post food-gasmic proportions. Before I could fully understand and comprehend what was happening, I was elbow deep in Chicken and no one could stop me from my over indulgence of this Crack. "I'm sorry, Father... I don't know what has become of me...It was like an out of body experience. I know not what I have done." When I came to, I looked around at my family. Their gaping mouths and shocked stares (along with their empty plates) told me everything I needed to know. Crack Shack, I was once a girl that DARED to keep kids (and myself) off drugs. Look what you've done to me. I am now a fully fledged Crack Fiend and I can never go back. read more
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How DARE you wait this long to try it. Can't help the addiction but…
1 year ago
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Andrea, thank you for visiting The Crack Shack! We're thrilled you…
2 years ago
I wasn't expecting this place to be as good as it was. It's a casual order at a counter vibe and choose your table. A great spot for a quick in and out. The Double Clucker is a hefty, hardy sandwich: totally worth it. It was flavorful and I would get it again. The Cali Drip is panini style and was disappointing and it was smoky and mushier but not in a good way. People who like that chipotle bbq taste would definitely like this instead. As for the service, they aren't very personable or friendly. It seems like you are bothering them if you ask a simple question and it gives Cherry LA vibes if you've ever been to that store before. Despite this, if I was in the area and needed something quick, I would come back read more
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Hey Madeline, while I'm glad to hear the Double Clucker really hit…
1 year ago
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Elliot, thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're delighted you…
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196 E 17th St
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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We have a travel water polo club. Would you be able to accommodate a group of 40-50 on a Wednesday night, July 22nd?
Hi Mandy! Absolutely! Please email rblesio@crackshack.com to book your reservation. We look forward to hosting you!
Do you need Reservations?
Hi there! We do not take reservations as we are a counter style fast-casual restaurant with self-seating. You should have no problem finding a spot.
Did I read you had locations in LA and Pasadena? I can't find them. I need a gf fried chicken fix!
I don't think so..I've only seen the Costa Mesa location.
Did the business resume doing happy hour?
Hi Janette! We don't currently have happy hour, but we do have plenty of affordable snacks and shared plates for the flock to enjoy. We are proud to source directly from local purveyors in the community for the ingredients that make up our menu--we…
Is the gluten free chicken cooked in the same fryer as regular chicken? And also, if so, is there an option to get fries cooked in the gluten free oil? Hope so! I'll be so excited! Thanks in advance!
We do have a dedicated prep station and fryer for the gluten free chicken! Unfortunately it can not also accommodate the volume of fries we do—so while the fries are naturally gluten free they do share a fryer with the regular fried chicken. Hope…
Any plans to bring back the Matzo Ball Pazole Soup and the Deviled Eggs?
No plans to do so, Irene. Perhaps as a special in the future! :)
Is there a vegan chicken option? If not, that would be amazing to consider adding to the menu!
I agree, it would be an awesome addition to the menu! Unfortunately, the vegan chicken options currently out there contain additives, preservatives, and chemicals that we just don’t feel right having in our kitchen. We hold our ingredients to a very…
Do you have a new gluten-free fried chicken option?
Julie, we do have gluten free fried chicken at both our Costa Mesa and Encinitas locations! It starts with the same all-natural, non-GMO, "beyond free range" chicken from Jidori Farm, but is breaded using an organic quinoa, millet and chickpea flour…
Is this business still doing happy hour?
Not at this point in time, Zeke, but we hope to bring it back soon!
Has indoor seating opened?
Yes! Our coop is open-air, so we have plenty of space both “indoors” and on our temporary outdoor patio. Hope to see you soon!
Is the chicken cooked in peanut oil?
There are no little to no nuts in our kitchen, and definitely no peanut oil! We use canola for frying.
Is there seating?
Yes! However right now dine in is not permitted in our county so our outdoor and open air seating are closed. They’ll be open AS SOON AS we get word that it’s permitted again in OC!
I just had the season frose to go and I'd love to know what's in it. I think it was a frose mule?
So glad you got to taste our play on mulled wine frosé! It includes rosé, cranberry, clove, vanilla & cinnamon. Glad you liked it!
Are alcoholic beverages available for curbside pickup?
They sure are! Here is the link to order in advance online:…
Is it kid friendly?
Yes, in fact there was a family with several kids near us today when we ate there.
Anyone know if the chicken is certified halal?
Our chicken is not certified halal, Madiha. Sorry about that!
Does this restaurant cook with peanut oil? I am allergic to peanuts and want a good chicken place to go to since chik fil a is out of the question because peanut oil, among other reasons.
We use canola oil!
What sauces do you have for the fried chicken? I can't seem to find them listed on the online menu?
Hi Sean! Our 6 sauces are baja hot sauce, sweet heat, sriracha 1000 island, cracksup, buttermilk ranch, and kimchi bbq.
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