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    The Red Bird

    4.6 (172 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Kasey B.

    Went hiking and decided to grab a meal from this random chicken shop. Not only do they have some insanely good pricing, but the seasoning they use for the chicken is absolutely bomb. We got the 2 sandos w fries and portions were perfect for a quick lunch. Top tier place would def come back

    CHICKEN CHEESE FRIES
    Crystal H.

    Food was great. HUGE portions. Definitely try the Cesar Wrap it was so good !!! We will 100% be back.

    Quynh P.

    If you're looking for hot chicken that's packed with flavor and not just heat, Redbird Hot Chicken & Fries needs to be on your radar~ What I loved most is how they focus on building real flavor first, then bringing in the perfect kick of spice. Every bite was crispy, juicy, well-seasoned, and had just the right amount of heat to keep you coming back for more My absolute favorite was the Chicken Cheese Fries Loaded with tender hot chicken, crispy fries, melty cheese, and flavorful toppings. Beside that, the manager is super kind, he went over everything on the menu with us and give us the best recommendations.

    Hira R.

    The loaded fries were easily my favorite thing on the menu! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, but what really stood out to me was the batter. It's different from the typical super-crispy hot chicken coating--it's smoother, packed with flavor, and lets the chicken stay incredibly tender. The sauces are honestly the star of the show and bring everything together perfectly, especially on the loaded fries. The $5.99 sandwich deal is a great value if you're just looking for a quick bite, but I think the best bang for your buck is the 2-sandwich combo with a drink for $13.99. It's a much better value and gives you more food for only a few dollars more. l

    Nikki N.

    We ordered an Original Chicken Sandwich with fries and a Mild Chicken Sandwich. The restaurant was clean, and although we visited during lunchtime on a Saturday, it was surprisingly quiet. The fries were excellent and ended up being one of the highlights of the meal. I also liked the slaw, though it was a bit too peppery and spicy for my partner's taste. The Original came with cheese, while the Mild sandwich was noticeably larger but did not include cheese. I'm not sure whether the size difference was intentional or related to the different menu items. Unfortunately, the chicken itself was disappointing in both sandwiches. The meat was dry, and the coating was not to our liking. It almost felt like a thin sheet wrapped around the chicken rather than a crisp, flavorful crust. The chicken breast was also underseasoned and lacked much flavor on its own. The bread was only lightly warmed and could have benefited from a proper toasting. Nothing was particularly bad, but nothing stood out either. Aside from the fries, the meal felt fairly forgettable, and it's probably not a place I'll revisit.

    CHICKEN RICE BOWL, MAC & CHEESE
    Bruno A.

    I work nearby, and when I saw this hot chicken spot open up I had to give it a try... I went in and was greeted by the coolest gentleman ever, we talked about the food and he just had a really good energy about him, which inspired me to come back. Then as time went on and more people got hired, the service just continued to improve. They always speak to me with the most relaxed courtesy, but in the most respectful way. I don't know how you can train that other than just hiring the right people. The vibe is wonderful. Everybody is pleasant. The food is amazing, the reward system is great, and gives good (free) rewards. Definitely an OC top 5 lunch spot for me here.

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    Scott M.

    Was craving some fried chicken and had not been to a Red Bird before so why not give it a try? Located in the same location as the legendary Dude Where's My Curry (RIP) it is very clean inside and you will be greeted with some great customer service. Any questions will be answered right away. Pretty good Halal chicken sandwich if you ask me. Several spice levels so if you love heat they can accommodate but if you aren't a fan of spicy then they have that as an option too.

    Chicken Slider medium spice
    Jake M.

    First off, the customer service here is amazing, which is something a lot of places now a days miss. This place blew us away. So glad that it's so close to where we live too. Onto the food, it's perfectly done. Best chicken I've had in a while and everything is seasoned to perfection. Really excited to go back but our first time there was a 10000/10 experience.

    Their rice bowl. lettuce was old and turning pink. rice was bland.
    Elaine P.

    The service was nice and the inside was clean but I wouldn't come back for food. Got the medium spice bowl and the rice was disappointing. So bland and flavorless. The lettuce was old and wilted and turning pink. Just ate the chicken and left cause why eat boring tasting carbs.

    Two chicken sandwiches w fries and chicken cheese fries
    jovine l.

    Red Bird Hot Chicken & Fries follow @jo.bellyy for more recs! I found a DAVES DUPE and dare I say the deals are even BETTER (plus they're halal!). Literally where else can you find a spot that gives you TWO HUGE chicken sliders AND fries for $14??? Not to mention they have a great variety of spice levels and other dishes to suit your own preferences. What I Got: Two Sandwiches w/ Fries Chicken Cheese Fries Red Bird Hot Chicken & Fries 27412 Portola Pkwy, Lake Forest, CA 92610

    X-hot Chicken Sandwich
    Joe S.

    These days, the LA / OC chicken sandwich contest is pretty much at MMA main event level. A field of heavyweights scrapping for honor, where any new upstart has to be perfect or they're only seconds away from a firm size nine and the hazy sound of a bell accompanied by some tasty canvas. I'd been looking forward to bringing Red Bird into the fray for a while after hearing good things locally, and I had high hopes when my partner and I visited for a midweek dinner. The location has plenty of parking, and was empty when we arrived. The music was pretty loud but just below obtrusive, with speed garage playing from the main speakers. Somewhat annoyingly though, it clearly wasn't to the chef's taste, and the R&B blasting from the kitchen somewhat clashed tempo-wise. The counter staff were great, taking time to go through the entire menu in a way that would've been super helpful to the less initiated (chicken nerd ego claim lol). The prices were very reasonable too, and the portion sizes huge - especially with the 'divide and conquer' #2 meal that contains not one but two chicken sandwiches and a heap of very enjoyable crinkle-cut fries (with a lovely honey mustard dipping sauce that was probably the highlight of the lot). Sadly though, the sandwiches were only 'pretty good', and around here that's mid-pack at best. A reliance on Serrano peppers in the slaw leads to a hint of bitterness across the entire bite in the milder chicken flavors, although it does sit well at X-hot level and might be enjoyable to some. Spice-wise, the scale seems to sit a step or maybe even two steps lower than comparable restaurants in the area. The smaller sandwich size might be helpful to those with lesser appetites, and points are gained for them being a bit less oily too, but it did lead to the occasional drier bite when compared to its gigantic 'two-hand-hold and wonder how big the cluckin' bird must have been' local competition. In summary, I'd still recommend that any fried chicken fan should give Red Bird a try. It's certainly not bad by any stretch, I just expected a bit better than I got. I'll likely go back for their loaded fries - which I expect to be a highlight - and a FCK (their top) level sandwich soon. I'm also the kind of boring fried chicken nerd willing to ride 50 miles for the best sandwich rather than settling for what's closest, so bear that in mind here too.

    Chicken cheese fries, hala chicken rice bowl, 2 chicken sandwiches with fries combo
    Deanne S.

    I was craving hot chicken sandwich, so we decided to try this place. It was very clean and spacious. The cashier was very helpful and recommended 3 items on the menu that is a must try. So we ordered the #2 which is 2 hot chicken sandwiches with fries, the chicken cheese fries, and the halal chicken rice bowl. They offer a 6 levels of spice. We tried the mild and medium levels. When out order came out, I was so shocked to see the size of the chicken sandwich. The chicken was HUGE!!! And I've been to a lot of hot chicken sandwich spots and this place has to be the best prices that I've ever seen. My favorite was the rice chicken plate. The white sauce is sooo tasty! Overall, I would give this place a 9/10.

    Medium & hot tender basket
    Calli Y.

    We saw the great reviews and decided to try this place. I'm soo sorry but it was not for us at all!! Friendly service. However the chicken did not meet expectations. I personally liked the flavor somewhat, and it was juicy, however it was not crunchy at all! My breading fell off on each bit. The flavor was a little sweet. My medium had not heat and the hot had a tiny bit. Since it's halal, does it mean it's not crispy? Not sure but we will stick to Dave's hot Chicken. Nephew thought his was crunchy but he didn't like the flavor. The fries were good though! Not for us unfortunately.

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    7 months ago

    Customer service was top tier the restaurant was nice and clean smelled nice. Cashier was really nice . Food was fresh

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    Food is really good. Tried the tenders and sandwich. We like the Nashville hot. Great service also!

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    8 months ago

    I had the chicken sandwich and it was outstanding! Customer service was great, very helpful. Ambiance was great as well.

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    5 months ago

    We ordered Chicken Cheese Fries and it's tasty. The staff is nice and has great customer service.

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    7 months ago

    CRAZY GOOD! Fella working at counter was a bit strange but doesn't take away the tasty chicekn! ONLY go to this location let me tell you.

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    Very delicious and different food. Nice service. Ambiance is more casual dining room but clean and spacious.

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    8 months ago

    Very good! Simple menu! First time ever eating at a Red Bird. Sauce was outstanding. Going back for sure

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    7 months ago

    Super salty and very dry chicken. Not good. You are much better off going to Chic fil a.

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    Really good food, the hot sandwich was amazing with the slaw. Not around the area, but willing to drive for this.

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