50 Best Chicken Restaurants in Los Angeles

“The chicken and the customer service are so good, I was getting cucked by one of the employees and I made sure to thank him before I left. Will be coming back ?“

“No doubt this is among the best fried chicken in LA!!“

“Must try fried chicken!!!“

“😉😉really friendly good portions must try“

“One of the best chicken sliders I’ve ever had. The honey based sauce is to die for. The food slaps hard. I couldn’t recommend this place enough.“

“So, it was my first time ordering from wild bird. I did not know what to expect. All i know is that i was starving and in the mood for some really good food. so I went to this location. I order my food and a cucumber drink. My order was ready fast. But instead of the cucumber drink, i wanted to try their water melon. So i asked an employee there if i could switch and guess what…. he actually switched it for me with no issues at all. His name was Joe. I don’t know if he will see this, but i still have to say Thanks Joe! you really made my day. Now because of the good food … and the watermelon drink being on point, plus the excellent customer service. I will definitely be coming back here! Other locations, take note! you guys need someone like Joe! and ooooh yeah, one more thing. This man deserves a raise if i’m taking the time out to write this review! lml“

“Had the Reaper and Extra Hot — definitely not a joke 😂 The heat is intense and the spice really lingers in your mouth for a while. It’s actually a fun challenge if you love spicy food. The chicken was juicy and flavorful even with all the heat. Secret tip: dip it in the honey — it balances the spice perfectly. Would absolutely try it again!“

“best fry chicken in town 👍“

“I worked t Pioneer Chicken #1 on Echo Park as a cook, prep, and last as a manager for 13 years . I never got tired of eating Pioneer Chicken. I always go to Soto and Whittier location“

“At the Shertz TX location they changed me $7 for about 6oz of ranch dressing. Blew my mind. Lol drove an hour for the mozzarella sticks and they were out. 😢😢😢 Chicken was good though. Mac and cheese was good as well.“

“Delicious! and great customer service!“

“It’s slow to get your order, but that’s because it’s made fresh. If your in a hurry, take it to go. Otherwise, the chicken is excellent.“

“This place is amazing. Great ambience and all workers were kind and gave Me great customer service. Honestly this place has the best chicken sandwiches and tenders hands down better than raising canes.
The milk shake is phenomenal way better than in n out. I definitely recommend y’all to try this place at least once.“

“Came for the codfish Sando which is available in limited quantity daily. Staff are really friendly and will help you along with your order should you need any help with your order. The fish burger is really good and the tartare sauce they put on it is amazing. Can also order a side of the daybird sauce that they have and it has a really good umami flavor that goes very well with the fries. Would be back again to try the chicken Sando too.“

“Ordered this place on doordash and it was really good. Theres no ½ and ½ button on doordash but i put it in the notes and got half spicy half soy. The wings were fried perfectly. Rendered dry sky and moist well cooked inside. The soy garlic and spicy Korean were delicious. Not too sweet or artificial tasting. The side is what i would describe as a “deep fried side chex mix” it was onion ring, fries and hand cut potato chips. This was a delight and solid market differentiator. I got 8 wing halves total and the website describes the order as 1lb ranging between 6-8 wings. For the price, i liked getting the full 8 wings. Will be a regular.“

“Muy buena la atención gracias 😊“

“Everytime I want some fish, I have to come here, the fish is fresh SEASONED and HOT. The chicken is good to but the FISH. I always enjoy, ordering here. The only thing I dont like is the Lady the urinated in the place and sits outside every single day asking for money. The fish its a bit of a wait but I prefer to wait to have fresh cooked fished. Its Always packed. Thats how you know its GOOD. Oh and the RICE...👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽“

“Absolutely delicious food. Competitive prices, and welcoming atmosphere. The servings were generous; You will not leave here hungry. I highly recommend this establishment and look forward to my next chance to dine here. 👍🏻👍🏻“

“Great food it’s just that my delivery person was too lazy to enter my apartment door code and keeps saying it’s not listed and he’s waiting there and he’s supposed to come up to my apartment door and leave food at the door of my unit and after a while my food was yet delivered where I wanted it except it was placed closer to the unit door next door and not the best photo and placing of the item and I had to put on my clothes to get out of my unit and next thing that I see is the bag of my food and delivery driver supposedly touched a bit of my food and the Brussel sprouts are burnt and not edible and they gave me flour tortillas with corn tortillas and corn is what the site automatically set it to“

“The service could have been better the young lady taking my money could have gotten off the phone just for one moment to have a better conversation with me instead of letting me listen to her conversation instead other than that the establishment is very well clean“

“Very tasty food. Wish they open a location in inland empire. Riverside or Redlands.“

“buen servicio de atención“

“Small shop inside the mall but the wings is fabulous. The service is excellent, super nice and friendly. This was our first time try the wings there. We love the Yam fry also, fresh and yummy. Wait 10mins for frying and it worth the wait. Definitely will come back. Very satisfied, thanks for the great food and aervice.“

“phenomenal from start to finish, chicken and waffles are the best!“

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“Fast and friendly service, great food options. Clean place. Reccomended the Hamburg Plate. Also Peach 🥧 Pie (always order it) worth it! The Freshness of this location is unmatched. 💙✨️ Of Course going with Classic Chicken cant got wrong with that 😋“

“I’ve been eating at this place before 1987. I used to take my children here for dinner or lunch on Saturdays. My children are grown and are raising their families now. I am in my Senior years now and moved from that area. However, I still go over there to eat on Saturdays every now and then. One thing I can share with you, is the recipe has never changed. 😎😎“

“excelente servicio muy Rico Pollo 🐓 campero Bendiciones para todos los que laboran en todos los Restaurantes“

“One of the best chicken sliders I’ve ever had. The honey based sauce is to die for. The food slaps hard. I couldn’t recommend this place enough.“

“10 out of 10 completely. if you're looking for that chicken that just falls into pieces as you take a bite this is a spot to go to it is amazing and tender“

“Their charbroiled garlic chicken over fries drenched in garlic au jus is unique and worth the 15 mile drive from home. I normally go to the Pico Union one but this one has easier parking and more seating. They also have more selection but I've never gotten anything but the chicken. It was hot and fresh and as always addicting.“

“Friendly customer service. Fresh Hot Food“

“1. The food quality and quantity perfect. I've had a few burgers and theirs is definitely on my top 3.
2. Owners are very kind and generous. They truly value their customers
3. If you're an Indian, go for medium spicy or spicy. Dont go for too spicy“

“I love this place; it’s home to me with great food and staff!!!!“

“I’ve been coming to the Melrose location for a while now, and every single visit reminds me why I keep coming back. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and consistently delicious. Whether you’re stopping in for their famous rotisserie chicken, wraps, salads, or sides, you can tell they genuinely care about the quality of what they serve.

What truly sets this location apart, though, is the staff. Erwin and Nancy/Nidia are absolutely amazing. They go above and beyond to make every customer feel welcome, remembered, and appreciated. Their kindness, professionalism, and positive attitudes create an atmosphere that feels more like visiting friends than just grabbing a meal. Great customer service is hard to find these days, but this team delivers it every single time.

It’s rare to find a restaurant where both the food and the service are consistently outstanding, but Calif Chicken Café on Melrose has mastered both. If you’re looking for healthy, comforting, and delicious food served by people who genuinely care about your experience, this is the place to go. Huge thank you to Erwin, Nancy/Nidia, and the entire team for always making every visit such a great one. Keep up the incredible work—you’ve earned loyal customers for life! 👏🍗🥗❤️“

“Zankou Chicken in the Valley is absolutely fantastic! I had the beef kebab and it was amazing. Meet was tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The garlic sauce was addictive, and the portions were generous. The service was quick and friendly, and the food came out fresh. Definitely a must-visit spot for Mediterranean lovers!“

“Stopped by Bruxie for takeout breakfast and it did not disappoint.

I ordered the Breakfast Burrito, the Strawberry Palmer, and the Nuttle Waffle — everything was fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned.

The breakfast burrito was packed and perfectly balanced — fluffy eggs, crispy tots, and savory chicken all wrapped in a warm tortilla. It wasn't greasy!

The Strawberry Palmer was super refreshing and not overly sweet. It had a real strawberry flavor and paired perfectly with the meal.

The Nuttle Waffle was definitely the highlight. The waffle itself was light and slightly crispy on the outside, soft inside, and topped with fresh strawberries, bananas, and Nutella. It felt indulgent without being overwhelming.

Would definitely come back!“

“phenomenal from start to finish, chicken and waffles are the best!“

“Definitely is one of the best spots in Los Angeles area . George the guy taking orders is always helpful and patient 5 stars service ,as for the food .the lady cooking has that love for cooking that you can enjoy in every bite well done guys keep the good job your food is so good!!“

“Ok so I like thier setup inside the have the grill out separately with a blower taking out the smoke out of the location so you don't leave smelling like charcoal...they're menu is good several options and at least a couple of their plates come with a half baked potato which I really wasn't expecting but I loved it....chicken was cooked throughly no red meat...tasted good....sides are good but macaroni salad tasted food but needs something I added salt...aguas frescas were running low got one tasted good but prevention was lacking they were down to the last cup in those big jugs they need machines or something that circulates the waters keeping them looking as good as they taste...but parking is a little crazy got blocked in but an employee came out when inside and asked one of the other customers to move their car for me...the place just needs to have the ac on but overall the food was really good....service was good but they do get busy....expect a 15 to 20 minute wait on busy days...pick your time wisely but definitely this spot should be on your radar...“

“Chicken is not greasy and their potatoe and macaroni salads are good too :)“

“I’ve never been to this place because the area always scared me but I wish I came here sooner!! This place has one of the best tasting chicken in the area it was so good and the fries were pretty decent. The staff were friendly and give you large portions whenever you want Chinese food so that’s dope! It’s just a shame the area brings the place down.“

“Delicious food, fried chicken 🐔 the bomb and the pickled veggies are so good. Definitely a place to go in the DTLA area.“

“Great place for friend chicken! � Totally coming back here.“

“good food and great attitude when you walk in....“

“Holdaak Fried Chicken is a great spot for Korean-style fried chicken lovers. The chicken is crispy and flavorful, and the Seoul Spicy Chicken Sandwich is a must-try. The daikon slaw adds a nice fresh crunch, and the fries are perfectly cooked. The staff is friendly, though service can be a bit slow during busy times. Overall, a tasty and satisfying experience.“

“I haven't been here since pre-covid so its take out only but from approaching the store to ordering the workers were so kind and the food (as always) was so fresh and scrumptious. I don't come up to this area a lot since we moved out of state but CCC is a must in my opinion.“

“The honey butter chicken was delicious,fresh, juicy, and crunchy. The greens were well seasoned, perfectly chopped, and just a little spicy, good as all get out. The hot water cornbread was excellent as well, definitely worth going out of the way for. I'll be back soon.“

“We had the best waiter, Shorty. He was friendly, funny, knowledgeable, and very attentive. He made great suggestions for food and reminded us white truffles were in. They were delicious. He also suggested great wines. They were so delicious we ended buying some to bring home and share with our families. We are looking forward to returning.“