8 Best Chicken Restaurants in Costa Mesa

“I had an incredible experience at Dave’s Hot Chicken! The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, with just the right amount of heat. The flavor was amazing, and the spice levels allow everyone to find their perfect match. The portions were generous, and the sides complemented the meal perfectly. The staff was friendly, and the service was quick even during a busy time. If you're craving delicious, flavorful hot chicken, this is the spot! I'll definitely be coming back!“

“Great food. Super nice staff. Thank you. When they say it’s spicy believe them. Dare is almost unbearable. I wouldn’t dare try the double dare. Soooo good.“

“So crispy! Got the Happy Zach combo (fiery) with fries (3 tenders) , Z sauce (aoli) & comeback. The chicken was delicious, not spicy at all though, but it was super crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, fries were nicely seasoned and crispy. Their sauces were delicious, the comeback sauce was nice and thick and the aoli had great flavor. Staff was pleasant, they have a bathroom inside and plenty of seating inside & outside. Price is fair for the size & quality.“

“Okay, I thought this was one of this joints where you order “Xtra Crack” in the comments and you get some smoking crack. Imagine my disappointment when I opened my bag and all I had was delicious chicken, fries and amazing coleslaw. Honestly though, I think that chicken has smoking crack in it cause I just finished eating and I’m already itching for some more…. Maybe you could help a fella out and get me some chicken? Come on man! Please?!?!?“

“I have been on an elimination diet for 11 months (AIP) and have had to give up eating out because no one serves anything I can have without completely changing the menu item! Chixy Natural’s Paleo Bowl was absolutely delicious! Such simple and yummy ingredients! Best of all, I didn’t have to cook it myself. We will be going there again!“

“Introduced to this place by a sailing buddy. Had the half chicken combo with corn tortilla. Very tasty. The place is a bit small and friendly service. I always take it to go. There were mosquitoes last time so it was not good to hang out there.“

“Great management! Thanks for serving the Costa Mesa community.“

“Really awesome food. Workers are kind. But service can be really terrible on different locations. Sometimes you don't get your food for a good 30 minutes. They screw up the orders a LOT! I usually get a 12 pc grilled nuggets and a large fry. Sometimes I get the lemonade, which is REALLY sour. Usually I can handle sour, but sometimes it's just to much. Funny story for ya: I ordered my usual meal. About 30 minutes later I hear "Miley". No one goes to the counter. They call the name again. No one. So I look at my receipt and low and behold, the name Miley is on it. I never realized my name was Miley. THEY SCREW UP THE NAMES TOO! COME ON PEOPLE GET IT RIGHT!

Dietary restrictions: They have gluten free options and almost all the food contains no milk.

Parking: Parking lot, many spots!

Kid-friendliness: Lots of kid-friendly options and things to do like the indoor playground that some Chick-fil-A have.

Wheelchair accessibility: Many handicap spots in the parking lot and handicap seating inside.“