Chicken Shops near Newport Beach, CA

“Best Tacos in Town! Love this place for tacos and burritos!“

“El Pollo Loco is a go-to spot for flavorful and affordable Mexican-inspired grilled chicken dishes. With locations across the country, including one conveniently situated in Lake Forest, California, this fast-casual chain never disappoints.“

“I love it they’re so delicious 😋😍and my daughter she always says chif-aif mamma chif-aif mamma😍“

“Halal spot ; We were on the way to South back home and stop by this restaurant for our light dinner.
I think it’s family owned and the prices are pretty reasonable. The staff were very friendly, and assisted us in ordering. Everything turned out good, they were super nice providing us extra condiments, etc. Be sure to select your spice level wisely cuz we ended up in tears, but we still enjoyed it though.

We hope that we can visit this place again next time we are on the way back from north
** hoping for a new branch near San Clemente soon.. we will be your regular customers“

“Amazing food and service!“

“Ordered take out and am super impressed with the food, the presentation in the box it came in, super impressed with the soup and salad and cucumbers mine came with (Grilled Teriyaki Chicken). The gentleman you handed me my order was very nice. I travel to HB several times a year and I will ba back 100%.“

“I won't let one weird employee knock my rating down of this location. Usually the customer service is pretty good, but on this day 11/29/25 @ 1030pm The younger guy working the cash register had zero customer service skills. He seemed annoyed at the very first interaction and rushed me through my order. Maybe that's just his personality because he seemed to be like that with everyone. Gotta work on that for real“

“Arad is an outstanding cashier at Dave’s! Every time I’ve come in, he’s been friendly, professional, and quick at the register. He always greets customers with a genuine smile and makes the checkout process smooth and pleasant. It’s clear he cares about doing a great job and creating a positive experience for everyone. Shoutout to moe and arda for consistently excellent service!“

“First memorable bbq chicken experience in the states ever ! Especially compared to the one in Jamboree I usually go to. The guy working morning on September 29th deserves a raise or something. He was in there all by himself, was very kind to us, and our chicken tasted amazing !! This will be my go to bbq from now on highly recommend.“

“I was visiting from Montreal, Canada, and I’m so glad I stopped by Dave's Hot Chicken! The food was absolutely amazing—crispy, flavorful, and the perfect level of spice. What really made my experience special, though, was the outstanding service. The manager, was incredibly welcoming, took the time to suggest the best sauces to pair with my chicken, and made me feel like a valued customer from start to finish. It’s not every day you encounter such genuine hospitality!

Now, whenever anyone is visiting Orange County, I’ll be sure to refer them to this spot. If you're in the area, don't miss out—definitely worth the visit!“

“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.“

“Tried this gem for the first time today! Fall off the bone chicken and salmon Alfredo with fresh vegetables was delicious. The staff was friendly and gracious. Definitely a new favorite!“

“Went for something different in Fried Chicken, and I was not disappointed. The chicken is crispy outside and tender inside. I got a half chicken with the Secret Sauce. Enjoyed it greatly. I had it with curly fries, a pretty good large portion. There was enough for two. I tried to finish all the chicken and failed.
The value is good.
I'll have to come back and try some more of their menu.“

“Love the food here. Their Fried chicken is really good. Owner is very nice a well.“

“The Reaper chicken.
That's what I've been seeing on social media.
I got it. It was hot, but not as hot as everyone made it seem.
Don't get me wrong, it was delicious and very spicy. But it's not for the weak. 👍“

“Stopped by Yup Dduk in Irvine and it was definitely a solid spot. We got the Yup Dduk Tteokbokki, Yup Dduk Chicken Stew, Tuna Mayo Rice, and a Potato Cheese Corndog. The tteokbokki and chicken stew were the real standouts — full of flavor, good heat, and just the right kick to keep things interesting. The tuna mayo rice and corndog were solid sides that paired well without stealing the show. The spot itself is casual and unassuming, and the food definitely delivers. If you’re into Korean street-style dishes with bold spice and flavors that actually hit, this place is worth carving out time for.“

“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!“

“Great food! Great service! This is one of the best places for lunch in Irvine!“

“The chicken is cooked to perfection every time at this location. Customer service is always top tier. I cheated and went to another location and let me just say no comparison what so ever! Anytime I want a 18 piece 😋 😩 Honey Garlic Chicken Wings I'm bringing all family and friends 🧡 to THIS LOCATION! 🤤❤️‍🔥“

“I highly recommend this place the food is incredibly delicious and the portions are huge! I ordered breakfast, and honestly, it was enough to share with two more people. Everything was fresh, tasty, and the menu is really big. Definitely recommend!“

“I tried Bao Chick and their grilled bao with beef was fantastic.
The beef was juicy and flavorful, and the bao was perfectly soft and fluffy.
I loved the combination of textures and the slightly smoky grill flavor.
Overall, it’s a fun spot with tasty food and a casual, welcoming vibe.“

“My wife and I moved out of southern California 9 years ago and the only thing we really miss, besides family is the Mexican food! This local, no frills spot really hits the mark. The food is on point and meets all our breakfast, lunch and dinner needs! If you’re in the area it’s worth a stop for take out or dinning in the patio area!“

“Best chicken and best sauce!“

“The Hainan Chicken rice dish is best I have ever tasted in OC. The chicken is tender and moist and all three sauces were provided were amazingly good - the sweet chilli with a bit of tang, sweet soy sauce, and the ginger scalion sauce. The rice is also very tasty if a bit hard but easily soften with the piping hot chicken broth included. If you love Hainan Chicken rice, this place is definitely a must!

Parking: Lots of parking on weekdays.“

“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?!?!?“

“This is the first place I have found in Orange County that makes a hot chicken that is legitimately too hot to handle. And I say that as I sweat through the next 3 tenders. It's fantastic but I'll actually order something a little milder next time. Get Clucked means business.“

“Muy buen servicio y el pollo muy bueno“

“Da die for Yummy 🤤 . Their New Chicken Pozole“

“This was our first time at Cane’s and it was delicious! Our local high school was having a fundraiser at Cane’s so we decided to try it. The chicken and dipping sauce were so good, the coleslaw very tasty, and lemonade very refreshing. We’ll definitely be back.“

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

“I ❤️ their boba! I traveled 30 min to go here!“

“Dietary restrictions: Recommend the lemonade it is very good and fresh they were quick and friendly
Highly recommend this place

Parking: Tight parking but ok

Kid-friendliness: Kids live this place so yes“

“This was probably the best large order pick-up experience I've had from a fast food place in the last couple years. Everything was correct, well packaged, and ready to go when I arrived. The staff were friendly, walking me through the order and helping carry it to my car. Great work!“

“La quesadillas de pollo con guacamole me gusta mucho. thankyou guys.“

“The Best of the West 👍👍 🍻🍻“

“Just an incredible experience at the drive-through. I wouldn’t leave a review unless this was special and they were so helpful kind polite. I hadn’t been to El Pollo Loco in a while so I had a lot of dumb questions and they helped me customize my order. We’re very quick and charming.

No issues with the food either I asked for creamy chipotle sauce on my classic chicken burrito. Highly recommend it.“

“The waffles and chicken are delicious! It was out to me in record timing! The presentation of the food was spot on. The service was exceptional! I will definitely return for another great experience.“

“Muy rica comida, y nutritiba .“

“Clean store and tons of Asian products too“

“Raising Canes always delivers the goods! Excellent,Hot,and fresh every visit!“

“They were quick and they got our order correct.“

“First visit here, Im always looking for a good Fish and Chips spot, store was very clean, staff was friendly and inviting. Food arrived within about 10 minutes. Really pleased w these food, fish was flavorful, good fries too. Ill definitely be back again to try some of their other food items as well.“

“Delicious. Excellent vegan / vegetarian protein options — I had the Plantspired Steak and my wife had the Tofu. Both were super delicious and satisfying in the veggie+rice bowl, with avocado and green onions added. Clean comfy place and fast service. Would absolutely go back!“

“The Best com ga I have , chicken is very juicy , tender ,special no bone , first bite in my mouth few like in the heaven , the soup is litttle mặn , but it work for 10 buck go in get it everybody“

“We purchase Dungeness crab from Song Hy and have Grab and Go cook and prepare for us. Add on some butter garlic noodles and fried shrimp to complete the meal. Always yummy.“

“I love the quality of the food here. Always fresh and made to order! I enjoy the Mini bowl combo with dumplings. It is just the right amount of food to fill me up!
I make this place a weekly stop for my 1/2 hour lunch because of their efficiency too!“

“Best fried chicken ever! Combination of spices and coleslaw makes your mouth water!“

“The Chicken Rice is one of the top spots in OC for original Khao Man Gai. It’s been a minute since my last visit, so I was surprised to discover that they relocated from their previous Santa Ana location into the 4th Street Market. The Chicken Rice joins a number of innovative food makers featured in this food hall. I parked at a nearby meter but according to their website, there are two parking structures off of 4th and 5th Streets that offer the first 2 hours free!

I recommend making it a combo with the Chicken & Rice which includes 2 choices of protein, soup and vegetables. My go-to protein choices are Hainanese Chicken and Crispy Chicken, so I get to enjoy the best of both worlds! The combo includes a choice of signature ginger rice or steamed rice, but you can choose brown rice (+$1) or sticky rice (+$2) for an additional charge. They also allow their customers to select 2 sauces from 8 different options. The Ginger Chicken Oil is a nice complement to the Hainanese Chicken and I enjoyed dipping the Crispy Chicken in their Spicy Soybean Chili Ginger sauce. If you’re a Hainan Chicken fan like I am, The Chicken Rice is a must try!“

“Best food & service !! Would recommend to friends and family“

“The best food and the best service I love this place all the time is a happy face“