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Big Chicken

3.9 (120 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Happy hour specials
Dogs allowed

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Crispy Chicken Salad
William C.

Located in a strip mall, this counter service restaurant has a great menu, great atmosphere and great bar. The staff is friendly and helpful in navigating the variety of menu selections. They managed to downplay the Shaq experience and create a great family-friendly restaurant and menu. Everything we ordered was fresh made and served right away. The wings topped the charts for me. The sandwich, fries and chicken salad..while delicious...it didn't stand out from local competitive locations in the area.

Big Chicken
Mike T.

Solid Fried Chicken spot. I got the tenders and nuggets and both were juicy and crisp. The sauce selections were fantastic for any pallet. Open seating concept with a bar and adult beverages. Glad i got a chance to check it out!

Uncle Jerome's Nashville Hot chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries. House sauce and Buffalo hot sauce.
Bob S.

I heard about the opening of Shaq's Big Chicken in Carson City on the news awhile ago. I was in CC so I thought I would try them out The place is pretty big with a lot of tables, a bar area and a few televisions. What caught my eye was how clean the place looked. Not messy like some fast food places. I ordered the Uncle Jerome's Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich and sweet potato fries. I tried the house sauce and buffalo hot sauce. The sandwich had a good size chicken breast with a nice amount of pickles and it was slightly hot a 5/10. I've had hotter at Hattie B's in Nashville. But when I added the buffalo hot sauce it pumped up to 8/10. The sweet potato fries were crunchy and with a good distinctive flavor. The fries were good on their own but I dipped them in the house sauce which had a nice tangy flavor. The service was professional but nothing stood out. You are given a vibrating buzzer to pick up your order. I enjoyed the food and will definitely come back to try the other sandwiches and coleslaw. Recommended!

Amy O.

1/28/2024- Don't judge...lol.. How could I not stop in?... I started a conversation with our server from where we had lunch earlier.. A small detour before heading home.. Since the line wasn't wrapped around the building.. I had to stop.. The menu is simple and not tons of options.. Prices very reasonable.. Got the Shaq attack combo meal with the dirty fries.. The sweet tea was really good with a nice hint of peaches?.. Dirty fries were really good- The sandwich was big, and crispy.. Flavors were appealing.. 5 stars for the value and for the quality of items.. Yes, I'm coming back...!! Next time I'll get a shake.. $3.99 sundae.. couldn't resist..

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Wilma J.

Made it to the soft opening of Big Chicken. I like the open feel and set up of the restaurant with that bar towards the back corner. I wish the bathroom wasn't facing the dining area. It be better if it was tucked away facing the bar. I arrived around 4:30, parking lot was pretty full with a few slots open. There was only 6 people in line to my surprise, I thought it be craaaaazy! Restaurant still had a few tables open for seating so I ordered dine in. I asked if I could order my food to eat in and order additional items to take out and delay my take out order; denied. Everything is made to order and they do not have the ability to delay 1/2 of the order yet. I just didn't want to take that chance waiting on a longer line. It took me about 30 min. to try a variety of beverages and eat my Original Big Chicken sandwich combo, it comes with fries and a drink of your choice. You get a cup to fill your own soda. I tried their sweet tea, root beer, pineapple cream, vanilla agave cream, and black cherry with tarragon soda. They were all good but the pineapple cream won me over. They have that soft ice I like, yay! My sandwich took 15 min to prepare and it was hot when I picked it up at the counter. It was perfectly seasoned; peppery not salty. They have a variety of sauces too. The Carolina with the mustardy front drop paired well with my chicken and fries followed by the Chipotle BBQ sauce. After I ate I went back in a line of 12 people and once again to order my take out , the line moved quickly, this time there were 2 cashiers taking orders. I ordered the popcorn chicken and some tenders. They were both very good. Usually the popcorn chicken at other places is all batter with a morsel of chicken, not at Big Chicken, the popcorn chicken is popping here! Service was awesome! Pretty smooth transactions both times. If they keep it going with this kind of efficiency moving forward this will be a place I'd visit often. I will be back this Saturday on the 13th for the Grand Opening, hoping to chill at the bar area. Can't wait!

The Shaq Attack combo, and I added a side of Mac for the test!
Kevin S.

The Shaq Attack Sandwich with a side of Smokehouse BBQ is excellent. 9/10! Sundae is so basic like a person smoking a vape stick. Solid 1/10, just a big WTF. Shake was a 3/10 (peanut butter chocolate chip). Regular crinkle cut fries were hot, fresh and salty 8/10, but the sweet potato waffle fries were 3/10. Dirty fries missed the mark. Not my jam. We both liked the Mac n cheese 7.5 out of ten. Chicken Tenders: the meat was good size and juicy. Tenders aren't very crisp, kinda moist, breading isn't hitting, you need a good sauce to dip it in/cover up! Staff was great! A couple of Stubborn Sodas and tap, and a bar in the back.

Original Big Chicken with side of jalapeno slaw.
Craig H.

I had the original Big Chicken along with a side of Jalapeno slaw. Also, grabbed a tub of the chipotle BBQ sauce. I'm giving it 5 stars for the sandwich. In my opinion, it stands out as the best chicken sandwich in the area. The breading is just right, not too much, and it has a delightful flavor. The Shaq sauce on the sandwich was unique and very good. I used the chipotle BBQ sauce for dipping and is was equally fantastic. On the flip side, the jalapeno slaw didn't quite meet my taste expectations. An unexpected highlight was the Pineapple Creme soda from the soda fountain machine. I would definitely recommend this place and plan to return.

Dirty Fries
Chuck M.

This place is very mediocre. The chicken has bland the fries were cold. The sauces on the hand were very good and you can get a variety and as much as you want. The service was very unwelcoming. When I took my dirty fries back because they were cold the first person sincerely apologized and went to the back to replace them. I wanted at the counter for a while then went and sat down. About 5 minutes later they brought out our fries and the fries were under cooked. I probably will not be back as it was expensive and not worth the money.

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Fast. Good food. Clean restaurant. Spicy chicken. And the cookies and cream milkshakes was amazing

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too expensive for what you get; slow service, clean and friendly staff but not too concerned about the business. poor paarking

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Good food but the old women server was mad and with bad attitude......................................... I love you shaq

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Super good food. Was pleasantly surprised for a fast food chicken joint. Super cool people too.

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Great ambiance in the whole place with plenty of seating and waiting space. Lots of menu options for dietary restrictions!

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Ask the Community - Big Chicken

Big Chicken - Prep!

Big Chicken

(39 reviews)

So this isn't my first time trying Big Chicken however it's my first time having it at an actual…read morerestaurant in past it has only been on a cruise which didn't disappoint but man! Having it in store is wayyyyyyyyyy better! I did the ultimate combo which comes with onion rings and Mac and cheese on the chicken sandwich and man! This combo is undefeated! The combo just goes! This meal is very filling and super fresh while big chicken is fast food it doesn't feel like it while eating it. The flavor and the freshness leaves you wanting nothing! Along with the meal I had a very refreshing watermelon refresher and it balanced being a juice with being a refresher perfectly! I typically can't do to much juice as it's sweet but this refresher was just that refreshing! Typically at fast food restaurants you get young inexperienced workers and it sometimes shows with their lack of customer service skills not this location had the privilege of connecting with two young ladies that helped us decipher the menu and offered recommendations they were very personable and friendly. The restaurant is new and you can tell but it's very nice I can't remember if they had background music going but if not that's the only thing I would add as it is one of those come and go places but some people sit and talk and some nice tunes or a game on could help. Highly recommend checking it out

I enjoyed this cheat meal at Shaq's Big Chicken. Mac and cheese, fried chicken and onion rings in a…read moresandwich? Sign me up. I ordered two Ultimate meals with fries and a kid's tenders meal. The service was great and friendly at the counter, the girl that took my order offered suggestions and feedback. The dining room could have been wiped down as well as fountain drink station; it was sticky. The dining room was warmer than just being outside and it's been hot! Those were my only take aways from this experience. The sandwich itself was good. My kids enjoyed their food, so that's a win for me. I would be open to trying other items on their menu in the future. It's pricier compared to other fast food chicken dining options in the area, but we'll give it another try next time we're in Minden.

Krispy Krunchy Chicken - My four piece Krispy Krunch dinner with big potato wedges, and 1/2 Jambalaya & 1/2 Mac and Cheese.

Krispy Krunchy Chicken

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"Surprisingly Good". If you told me I would find good fried chicken at a gas station, let's just…read moresay I would smile and nod politely and completely dismiss what you just said. LOL. That would be a mistake about Krispy Krunchy Chicken, located INSIDE the 76 station at Mt Rose Hwy and Thomas Creek. We ordered the 4 piece Meal, to give a try. The meal came with dark meat only, with two drumsticks and two (huge) thighs. We ordered the Red Beans and Rice, and the meal came with their sweet biscuit. The chicken pieces were, well, just huge. The chicken was juicy. The skin was rich with flavor and had a crispy snap. Delicious. The chicken must be injected with some "secret recipe" because all the pieces had a reddish tint to the juices inside. I'm all for it. While the chicken was pretty good, the same can't be said about the sides. The Red Beans and Rice, was some kind of beans topped with white rice. This dish certainly did not scream "New Orleans" to me. The Mashed Potatoes and gravy, while generous in portion lacked a level of texture and flavor to be considered good. The biscuit was topped with a honey glaze. I'm sure some with like the sweetness but for me, not the best biscuit (by far) That said, if we are looking for good fried chicken, Krispy Krunchy Chicken is a solid option. I would just pass on the sides.

Food was great, and the place is jam packed at lunch so if your in a hurry, don't be!…read moreGreat taste on the fried chicken and strips. The Jojos are legendary. Staff was helpful.

Nashville Social Club - Fried Green Tomatoes

Nashville Social Club

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There's not a whole lot, not to love about this place. A restaurant and a concert hall in one? Oh…read moreyea! Owned and operated by a guy that has been swimming in the live entertainment industry for just about his whole life. Please Carson Citty, realize what you've got here and keep this place alive! We do not have any good places for shows in this town. OK, on to the food. My family and I had our Christmas get together here. We had a bunch of apps and I myself had the shrimp and grits. Super rad flavor on the grits and the apps were outstanding! The service was top tier and John gave us a little tour of the venue. Can't wait to see a show after a solid meal soon! Great atmosphere and a great addition to kick ass cuisine in Carson City. Lots of rad memorabilia on the walls and the owners have great stories about every single item in the place. I love that this place is here for us and I hope they feel the love from the area. I thoroughly enjoyed our time here and you should too. Keep Carson City Social! PS. let's fire up some Punk Shows yea? OK, YEA!

A couple of weeks ago, friends and I went back to Happy Hour (3-5pm) at the bar in Nashville Social…read moreClub. Great food and drinks at great prices, Friendly and helpful service, and great atmosphere. We enjoyed some amazingly tasty corn ribs, potato skins, along with some flavorful adult libations. Nashville's Happy hour is a great, tasty, deal and we'll be back soon.

Big Chicken - chickenshop - Updated May 2026

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