The Chicken Shop is probably one of my FAVE restaurants for a quick and healthy bite. The entire…read morefamily loves it too. In the summer time, it was our Friday night spot. So happy my daughter told me about this place. The staff is ALWAYS and I mean always so nice. Depending when you come, the line can be a bit long but the team is pretty quick to help to move the line along. Food is CONSISTENT in taste and portion which is such a big PLUS these days. You really can't go wrong with any of the menu items. We have tried the entire menu and always go back to the bowls or wraps. From the sauces, the fries and everything else...we crave this place all the time. We always get a double order of Sweet Potato fries cuz one is never enough. 01. Wraps - are tasty and always grilled perfectly for a nice crunch. 02. Bowls - are excellent and filling, all of the bowls even the Mushroom bowl is delicious. 03. Chicken - clean, juicy and tender and perfectly cooked. 04. Sides - always order the Sweet Potato Fries and Za'atar Fries and you MUST order the Garlic Toum (more mild than garlicky but still good). 05. Drinks - There is something for everyone, love their selections. If you have not tried this place yet, it's a sign you should. Even my pickiest non-healthy friends love this place. Great foods and reasonably priced.

The Chicken Shop is a nice restaurant close to the Back Bay Loop, perfect after a run or an easy…read morehike. We came here on a Sunday at around 1PM, and it was not surprisingly crowded. There are plenty of seats outside with some shade, but only a handful of tables inside. It's in a plaza with various other shops, so parking is very accessible. Food didn't take too long, I think we got our food after 10 minutes or so of waiting. Honestly the presentation is solid. I got The Bowl Bowl, and my friends ordered the chicken wrap, Newport Bowl, and we shared Za'atar and sweet potato fries. The bowls came with a citrus sauce, but we had to order extra garlic and chili sauce on the side for the wrap and fries. The fries with sauce were honestly sooo good. The sweet potato fries had this amazing soft texture and it melted in your mouth, the sweetness paired nicely with the sharp garlic sauce. The Za'atar fries were well seasoned and had a nice crisp. They give you a good amount for the price! I personally enjoyed The Bowl Bowl, the quinoa mixed with fresh corn, big chunks of sweet potato (I think they would have been better cut smaller), avocado, their grilled chicken, and chips. I mixed it with the sauce and additional toum and thought it was a perfect post-workout bowl. Hefty, nutritious, and good for the cost ($15). I tried a bit of the Newport Bowl and it was basically a regular salad bowl, nothing special and in my opinion - not worth the price. You're better off trying a more varied bowl or wrap. The chicken wrap was fine, there were some pickled veggies that added a good crunch. The main reason why I'm hesitant to come here again (besides the fries) is that the chicken was quite dry in all of these dishes, and it didn't really have a prominent char or flavor/smell that would indicate it's been charcoal grilled. I do want to try this place again when it's not as busy, basically to see if the chicken quality holds up to other reviews.

My first time there 10/11/26, and it won't be my last. The…read morefried catfish, okra, and shrimp were really good, but the fried oysters were Amazing!!! You Gotta Go!!!!

Fried chicken and fried shrimp are amazing. Juicy and syays…read morecrispy and hot for what seems like forever. I drive from mira mesa to santee just for this. Stay away from the sides not so good. But will do if you don't plan ahead with your own.

Winner, winner, chicken dinner!…read more Over the past few years, several new chicken restaurants have opened around Carlsbad, and I'm very grateful to Yelp for turning me on to this place. BHC Chicken is completely different from many of the others I've tried. Yes, they offer a variety of sauces and flavors, but what really impressed me was their classic fried chicken. I ordered the boneless thigh meal, and it was absolutely delectable. The batter was incredibly light, crispy, and crunchy without being overly hard or heavy, while the chicken inside remained tender and juicy. Best of all, it was thankfully NOT overly salty. The flavor was beautifully balanced and, quite simply, exquisite. I would recommend their fried chicken to any and every chicken aficionado. I also tried the spicy rosé stir-fried rice cakes, which were delicious. They had just the right amount of heat, enough to make them interesting and flavorful without leaving that lingering burn afterward. And then there were the sides! The potato wedges were perfection: nicely cooked outside and wonderfully moist and tender inside. The French fries were also really good. The Bburing cheese balls were DIVINE, delicately flavored, slightly addictive, and just ridiculously yummy. The apple coleslaw was fresh, crisp, and refreshing, and the Bburing chips were another winner. Even the complimentary pickled radish was excellent and paired beautifully with the fried chicken. There are certainly other nearby restaurants selling fried chicken, but for me, BHC Chicken is the clear winner. I am SO glad I discovered this place. Fantastic chicken, excellent sides, interesting Korean specialties, and flavors that don't have to rely on excessive salt to taste good. My new Carlsbad chicken champion!

The Korean fried chicken is becoming a burgeoning business like the Nashville hot chicken. I…read moredecided to try the Korean chicken restaurant in Carlsbad, BHC. I ordered 4 -piece tender box, Hot Fried Spicy with a side of ranch . I found the chicken well seasoned and moist. The crunchy exterior was not overly done and it had a bit of gentle spice that kicks you on the back end. The pieces were generous and the box kept everything warm when I took the order to go. The ranch side was kind of basic. The server was friendly and explained the menu well.

We were greeted and seated quickly, came on a Sunday around 8:30 pm…read more Our waiter was very knowledgeable with the menu, gave us suggestions that at first we thought were just him kinda talking the dishes up, but dang whoever is cooking in the kitchen knows what's up! lol They knew how to sear a steak better than most! and made some amazingly moist/juicy perfectly fried chicken! I promise you it's really that good, please try both. Our cocktails were PERFECTLY made. The staff was on it, I mean you can tell they work as a team. Different ppl checking on us (but not in an overbearing way) clearing plates, making sure the food was to our satisfaction. Always filling waters. Very friendly. I haven't had this good of a restaurant experience in years. Idk if we just got lucky or this is how it always is here since today was our first visit, but we will definitely be back and hopefully capture this magic again lol Ambiance was ok, the other patrons were a little loud but I expect that on a Sunday late at night. Decor was interesting and place has a cool lounge area. Big bar! :) Highly recommend this place! :)

We came here Labor Day weekend to celebrate my brother's birthday…read more My dad had called ahead to reserve a table since it was 6 adults and 2 toddlers. We were seated right away. We started with some appetizers - my favorite was the crispy brussel sprouts and cauliflower. Everything was perfectly roasted and there was a great kick with the habanero jam feta. The fly basket was pretty good, but keep in mind that the portion size is small - 3 of each of the hush puppies, fried shrimp, and fried green tomatoes. My husband ordered one of the specials which was a short rib pot pie - one of our favorite dishes of the night. The short rib was so tender and the dish was rich but in the perfect way. I ordered the tri tip sando. It was loaded up with meat and grilled peppers and onions. I upgraded my fries to truffle fries and those were really flavorful! My mom ordered the cioppino. She was a little disappointed by how many mussels there were in the dish - she had been hoping for more fish and shrimp. She said the flavor was good though. For dessert, we did opt to try the beignets. Honestly I could have done without them. They weren't as light and fluffy as they could've been. Overall, it was a good experience with great accommodations for our toddlers and great service.

Red Hot Chicken meets Red Hot Deals!…read more The Red Chickz specializes in Nashville Hot Chicken and is located in the mall in Carlsbad. Their weekday lunch special is soooo value. For $10 you can get either tenders or a chicken sandwich as well as a side. We love a good deal! Onto the actual food! I got three Chicken Tenders in their Glow (Mild) spice level. You get to pick from either potato wedges or coleslaw as your side (I went with coleslaw) and it also comes with pickles, a slice of toast, and comeback sauce. Everything hitttt. The chicken tenders are actually ginormous. Absolutely huge, juicy, and covered in a crunchy breading. I will say that the mild was the perfect spice level for me- I think they skew a bit spicy.

Warning!! The jump from Medium heat to Hot is huge and exponentially hotter after that…read more Service was amazing. Everyone was super friendly and attentive. I had the original sandwich (Hot - Bonfire). It was super spicy, extra crunchy and delicious. My only gripe, and it's just a personal preference, I didn't like that the spice mix was a powder dry rub. I also ordered a side of the cauliflower bites, which I actually preferred over the sandwich. They were also extra crispy and delicious (same gripe about the rub). The location was really nice. Plenty of seating both inside and out.

Goodness gracious. I can't remember the last time I didn't mind WAITING for food to be prepared…read morebecause I was just in awe watching the owner interact with his customers. Endeavor (yes, that's his name) reminded me of a New Orleans restauranter (his greeting felt like a hug/high five when someone walked in - whether he knew him/her or not). I had a team meeting nearby and one of the girls suggested this place for their Bentos. She said they had Taiwanese style pork chop and fried chicken rice. I assumed the Surf Up Chicken moniker was another Korean fried chicken establishment so I wasn't sure if the bentos were a pop up item for lunch. I didn't have time to look at the menu before arriving so was hoping there was no line. I thought they were located in a mall or food hall but no, they're almost in an industrial area. There's a gelato and acai place next to them. There's one row of parking right in front. You order at the cashier and they give you a buzzer when food is ready. Endeavor said they also make their Beef Noodle soup from scratch. So duh and yes please - add it to the 3 bentos (2 fried pork bentos and 1 fried chicken bento). There's also a self serve soda station (with water and soda water). Plus, a sauce bar ! I think I waited for about 15 min? Their food packaging is LEGIT. The beef noodle soup had the coolest separation (noodles on top while the soup/beef is below without noodles touching the broth). The bentos were also wonderful packaged (I think i'd have them label next time). The beef noodle soup was YUMMY. Can i get an amen from all those BNS lovers who appreciate tender cuts of beef with some fattier pieces too. The broth was soooo savory and lightly rich (i know, is that even possible but the broth wasn't too heavy or greasy). The pickled veggies were BOMB - we tasted garlic which was loved by all. The pork bento was expertly fried and stayed crispy enough even 30min later. It was seasoned perfectly (five spice yeah?). The minced pork was underneath it and delicious (it had the consistency of ground pork). Again, the pickled sour veggies in the bento just worked so well with the dish. The fried chicken was generous and very good! Usually I find Taiwanese fried chicken to be dry but the version here was tender and soooo flavorful. I didn't realize they had a UTC location before it closed :( I would have 100% gone there but will now have to find a reason to make the longer trek here to get their bentos and beef noodle soup. Keep up the amazing work Endeavor ! Your food & service made some hungry customers (us!) happy today. Thank you !

So pleasantly surprised to see Taiwanese food in North County!…read more Surf Up Chicken specializes in Taiwanese-style crispy popcorn chicken. I popped in for lunch and got their Crispy Chicken Bento which featured popcorn chicken, braised minced pork, sautéed cabbage, a soy-braised egg, pickled cucumbers, and mustard greens, all on a bed of steamed rice. It was so comforting and filling! Their portion sizes are really generous and everything is reasonably priced. Seriously, no notes. Will definitely be back to try more off their menu!

We were on our way home from a quick stay in La Jolla and found this place, so we stopped - boy are…read morewe happy we did! The food was awesome! The service was stellar! The ambiance....super cool! We went with the recommendations of the counter gal, who was super friendly, she did not steer us wrong! Hubs had the firebird sandwich, and his verdict...delicious! I had the little pecker which came with 3 chicken tenders, biscuits (with THE best honey butter) and fries (sooo good)! Dogs are welcome at any table (both inside and outside), which was a huge plus since we had our pup with us. The location is easy to get to, pretty much right off the 5 freeway. We will definitely be back!

Solid spot! I loved…read morethe array of sauces, and the vibe! Fun casual places with good screens for sports. The rolls and fries were delicious and flavorful, the chicken was just alright. Not a ton of flavor but the sauces made up for it.

Yesterday found this Resturant right cross from So Cal…read moreSport Boy what a large resturant lots of tables and outside sitting it's a great friendly plus clean and the bathrooms too I order a chicken tenders Excellent chicken tenders here Very fresh excellent flavor, and my order was hot and juicy and delicious too The photo is after I ate the fries and very good seasoned, and hot I had to wait for it to be able to eat some fries that how great the food I had was Now I'll go back

I went around 330pm…read more Plenty of parking available. It kind of reminds me of el Pollo loco vibe, but somewhat healthier Plenty of seating inside I placed my order to go, so I placed my order then they called me when it was ready. Place was really clean. That have different sauces for you to choose from. I ordered some chicken fries of some sort and a chipotle chicken sandwich. Both were really tasty. I would order both items again. The sauces were ok. The garlic one was my favorite. It's not too expensive for the potions you get.