Chicken Shops in Austin, TX

“The OG sandwich was amazing! My wife said her hot nuggets were the bomb. This will be our go to for spicy chicken!“

“When you think of great food in Austin, visions of smoked brisket or a plate of street tacos may come to mind. While these staples of central Texas help to satisfy many people's state of being "hangry," I wondered if the ATX food scene had any soul. The answer is a resounding, yes! In both its name and its varied offerings, Whip My Soul provides its customers with the staples of soul food that you might find in many houses for a Sunday family dinner. I'll preface this review, by letting you know I'm a White guy, originally from Pittsburgh, but my foster parents were Black, and ingrained in me an appreciation, no a requirement, to properly season your food. I also understand why certain relatives are not allowed to prepare food for big meals because (whispering) their versions aren't very good. Whip My Soul's recipes ARE that good. Now let's get to the food. I wanted to try a number of different items, so I went with the 4 Shrimp and 2 Chicken Tender Platter ($18.99). You get two sides, and I chose the Cheezy Mac and Mean Greens. I added a side of Sweet Glazed Yams. Sides are $5 regular and $9.50 large. They also have a side menu to add protein to your Dinner Plate or platter, and I wanted to try the fish. It was $3.50. All in, the shrimp and chicken platter with the fish add on was $22.49. I was immediately impressed with the amount of food you get for that amount of money. The shrimp were large, breaded, and seasoned with a special proprietary seasoning "dust" with the right amount of bite. The chicken tenders were each 3-4 ounces, breaded, and had a similar spice profile. The meat was moist and definitely lived up to its tender name. The fish was one 4 oz piece, breaded, and again used the house "dust." The sides were...amazing! Seriously, it has been a minute since I've had store bought mac-n-cheese that tasted so good. The Mean Greens turned out to be a friendly reminder of how good food can taste when it's properly made. Likewise, the yams were soft and soaking in a glaze . While I love my wife, I am glad I came alone. She would have eaten that whole order, and I would have been outta luck. Their sweet tea is also done right, no pre-mix fake tea. The also have a Kool Aid bar with six colors: blue, green, purple, yellow, orange and red. I grabbed a half dozen red velvet chocolate chip cookies ($7.50) for the road (for my wife). Consider supporting this family-owned business. If you haven't had soul food, Whip My Soul is the perfect place to get a taste or two, or three of this cusine. If you grew up eating it, you know that the day will end right with a platter from here in your belly.“

“Plant based OG was amazing, but the come back sauce makes you wanna holler” I’m coming back for mo and mo!!!!!!!“

“I have never eaten here but every time I walk into the store at your location your front server (Mary) is respectful and friendly beyond measure!!! Always say hi and has a smile make me feel very welcomed . Told her I might give u guys a try because of her outgoing style and just her outgoing happiness she shows ppl ... Great going Mary u are a champion ! See you guys soon“

“Excelente comida, un buen servicio, las instalaciones muy agradables“

“Straight up, amazing. We loved the food. It is spicy hot, and the waffles were tasty.“

“Flavor is on point, staff are friendly and service is fast.

It’s on a pricier range compared to other Korean chicken places. I had to pay for rice on the side.

Parking: The area gets packed, parking could be tricky.“

“Great chicken! Street corn as very tasty.“

“Great crispy batter, great fries, great sauces and great coleslaw. Food is always hot and fresh. Never had a bad experience.“

“One likely reason a takeout-only spot like Pollo Regio at 6615 Berkman Dr in Austin boasts an impressive 4.8‑star rating from over 3,000 reviews is the sheer consistency and quality of its core offering: grilled (pollo asado) chicken. A glowing review on MapQuest mentions “pleasant staff, short ticket times, good food,” and specifically praises the grilled‑chicken baked potato . Another review highlights that their food “is ALWAYS on point… very delicious” .

Beyond the chicken itself, the sides and accoutrements clearly leave a strong impression. As far back as 2003, the Austin Chronicle noted the “scrumptious green avocado salsa… fiery and creamy all at once,” along with fresh homemade sides and charred grilled onions—elements that elevate a simple take‑home experience into something memorable .

Moreover, friendly and efficient service powerfully enhances customer satisfaction. Patrons have described the staff as “professional, friendly, and loads of fun,” and appreciated the speed and reliability—even when ordering delivery .

All these factors—delicious, consistent food; standout, handmade sides and sauces; and positive, fast service—combine to create a gratifying, repeatable experience that yields high ratings. For many customers, Pollo Regio’s takeout is not mere convenience—it’s a go‑to solution for quality, flavor, and satisfaction.“

“Alright came in for the bomb chicken. Ended up with even better company and conversation! CJ doin big things in this place definitely kept a smile on my face. Oh one more thing pecan pie with the vanilla scoop on top set it off for the end.“

“Nikki was fantastic she made she we were taking care of and delivered perfect service you could ever ask, the food was amazing, please come here nyoowww“

“Great tenders with unique breading. Big fan of their vast dip selection, along with their unique Mac and cheese. 😍“