32 Best Chicken Restaurants in San Diego

“Order ahead if you're in a hurry and avoid the wait (although it's totally worth it). The food speaks for itself as the best spicy fried chicken you can get from a chain restaurant (Cane and Kentucky who??). The staff at the Mira Mesa location are awesome too as they are patient, calm and very helpful with any customizations and recommendations too“

“Great food and good service 😍“

“Dropped by this little shop while waiting for our daughter to finish her nartial arts class in Mira Mesa. The shop was very clean with a charming owner. Sh is very helpful in advising what to order. Since we were a little hungry and knew our daughter would be starving as well, we ended up ordering the party pack with an extra side of mash potatos. We waited for our food for about 10 minutes. The chicken was freshly fried and delicious. We chose the yuzu aoli, sweet and spicy, and spacy mayo sauces. Each sauce was great with the chicken. Mash potatos were creamy and delicious. Fries were tasty as well. Party pack was enough for 3 people with leftovers for my daughters lunch tomorrow. Budget friendly and a tasty place to eat.“

“Dang. The Dave's Hot chicken on PB is so 🔥. Just got helped by the cashier Lisa and I swear I felt like a regular even tho this was only my second time. Yal really got sumtin good going and a new customer. Good bye Chick-fil-A 🤞🏾🤙🏾 ✌🏾 Dave's is where it's at now!“

“Fries are hot and fresh. Staff is super friendly and attentive. Wish they had more vegan dips, like an aoii or pesto or something, and a ketchup dispenser would be nice so I don't have to ration packets.

Vegetarian options: Fries and tots.

Dietary restrictions: I believe the fries are battered/floured and I don't think anything is gluten free.“

“I love crack shack. I was born n raised in San Diego but moved to Memphis where I learned what good fried chicken is. This is the fried chicken spot in Southern California. Fire nugs+fries+pickles you can not go wrong. The bar tender is really awesome and the food is seasoned perfectly. Really good desserts as well.“

“My favorite Nashville hot chicken sandwich and tenders!!!!!!“

“This place serves 85 years of proven deliciousness. It is simple. It is hearty. These days, it is even out of the ordinary. Just go. You will be glad that you did. If you are like me, you’ll remember how Mom would heat the oven to 450 degrees and place the block of ice Hungry Man pot pie in the oven for one hour till it transformed into a cauldron of molten lava. My mother would even crack open the hood of the pie and load it with an extra cup of frozen peas and carrots that would cook to perfection in the heavenly inferno of scrumptious delight, which made me the muscular hunk of love that I am today. The San Diego Chicken Pie Shop serves up a pie that is an even better recipe than the one in my memories of my dear Mom. If your are nearby, give it a try.“

“I love that food taste good fresh“

“After trying all the Korean fried chicken in San Diego, this is one of the best. The size of the chicken is huge! Very flavorful with lots of meat for a great price.
The service here is also very good. Staff is attentive and friendly to customers.

Will definitely visit again!“

“Excellent service, amazing and delicious food. Highly recommended!“

“This place is awesome! It feels like a franchise but this is their only location. I got the #1 and it was a Fantastic Chicken Sandwich. I got mine hot and the heat and spice level were perfect. The sauce (Chick Sauce) was tangy and a little spicy. The wall art is super cute and the over all chicken decor was a nice touch. I will definitely eat here again!“

“Bombtastic as usual! Been going for ever! Total San Diego staple!“

“From the outside, it’s unassuming and I had no idea it was a korean fried chicken place!! Apparently it’s the #1 rated korean fried chicken place in Japan.

I thoroughly enjoyed mine though the class mild sauce was a bit sweet. The other one we tried was the black aglio (black garlic and special soy). They have a lunch combo everyday which includes 3 pc boneless 3 piece wings, fried rice or steamed rice, and cole slaw, and a fountain drink for $15.95.

They also kindly gave our party free gyoza on the house which was really nice!“

“As a foreigner trying to find the best fried chicken in San Diego, main chik is my #1 spot. I’ve tried many places but their chicken is deliciously juicy, fresh, coleslaw is amazing, Mac cheese is probably not the best or rather 5/10. I will always get my fried chicken here from now on!“

“Ordered the original rice chicken and also the roasted chicken.....it was all delicious.....found a new favorite Korean restaurant and it’s in the neighborhood 👍🏼“

“Some of the best people I’ve ever met!“

“Val and Andres make this place a family atmosphere“

“Everything was generally fine but we noticed several dirty tables. Usually the restaurants are very clean. It didn't seem so busy that it would be hard to quickly clean those off. The food was good and the staff was friendly and welcoming. There is plenty of parking, with at least two handicap spots not far from the front door that you can roll up to.

Dietary restrictions: Gluten and lactose free options are available.“

“Nestled in the bustling northeast corner of the Balboa Mesa Shopping Center, this Chick-fil-A is a popular hub for diners in the area. With its reputation for friendly service and efficient operations, it attracts a constant stream of customers. Despite the high demand, the drive-thru experience remains impressively smooth, thanks to the diligent staff who excel in managing orders with speed and accuracy. The dual-lane drive-thru system, merging into one, is particularly effective in keeping the line moving swiftly, ensuring that customers are served promptly without long waits.

However, the popularity of this location does come with its challenges, especially during peak hours. The parking lot and access to the drive-thru can become quite congested, testing the patience of even the most seasoned fast-food enthusiasts. Navigating the busy environment requires a bit of strategizing, particularly during lunch and dinner rushes.

For those willing to brave the hustle and bustle, the reward is well worth it. The consistently delicious food, coupled with the warm and welcoming atmosphere, makes this Chick-fil-A a standout choice. Whether you’re grabbing a quick meal on the go or indulging in a comfort food fix, the experience here is both satisfying and efficient, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike.“

“Fast friendly service. Clean restrooms“

“Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen located at the following address 2810 El Cajon Bloulevard, San Diego, California 92104, United States of America in an excellent place to taste original crispy chicken or spasy (spicy) house specialty and its delicious fries in addition to its burgers highly recommended chicken and its affordable costs and employees with the greatest willingness to give you excellent service“

“mac and cheese. beans and rice. mash potatoes.“

“Love this place the did is always fresh and hot and the service is amazing.... Didn't forget though to ask for coupons when you go inside so that you get the best deal possible

Parking: There's are a limited amount of parking in this plaza and it's not that easy to get in and out of at times

Wheelchair accessibility: There's a couple of handicapped parking places with wheelchair accessibility“

“Chick-fil-A is always great with high quality. This location had a great kids playground, a clean dining room, many seats, and fast WiFi. It was a little packed when we were here during dinner time. There was a long wait line inside and outside of driving through. The service was friendly, but its speed was slow. It could be better to order through the app.

Vegetarian options: Salads

Kid-friendliness: Kids playground and kids meal“

“Awesome and kid friendly ❤️“

“Best pollo asado in SD!!!!!!!“

“Outstanding customer service and friendly workers. Enjoyed dining in with my family. Thank you

Parking: Good location

Kid-friendliness: Great environment for the family

Wheelchair accessibility: Great for military veteran with disabilities“

“For what I wanted it was good. Thank you very much.“

“the food is delicious the staff very friendly everyone was so nice I've been there twice already and I'm thinking about going again right now“

“Thank you for catering our Christmas lunch, everyone loved the food 🔥“

“Great tasting chicken, mashed potatoes are delicious and you gotta love the biscuits. The service was very helpful and friendly all the employees were great. The prices are also very nice compared to other chicken places. You also have to try the sweet tea it's delicious.“