Love love love this location!!!! ABSOLUTE MUST-TRY - BIG CHICKEN GILBERT, AZ Big Chicken in Gilbert, AZ is CRIMINALLY underrated and deserves to be VIRAL. From the moment we walked in, the service, leadership, food, and value were all 10/10. First off, shoutout to Robbie, the restaurant manager - his leadership clearly shows through the entire team. The atmosphere was welcoming, organized, and upbeat, which says a lot about how well he runs this location. Huge praise to the amazing staff he manages, especially Gustavo and Alondra. Gustavo deserves special recognition for his patience and kindness while helping our family of four - including three very indecisive kids. He never rushed us, stayed friendly the entire time, and made the ordering experience smooth and stress-free. He also makes the best SHAKES Alondra was equally impressive with her professionalism and attention to detail, double-checking every order to make sure we received all of our items correctly - which we absolutely did Thanks to her, she also very kind with big girl get after it energy!!!! ‍‼ Now let's talk VALUE!!!! We were able to feed a family of four for UNDER $55, and three out of the four meals were adult combos. That is EXTREMELY affordable, especially for the quality and portion sizes you get. On top of that, they run an amazing promotion: Kids Eat Free every Wednesday, which is a total game changer for families. THE FOOD itself!!!! Well The chicken tenders were crispy, flaky, buttery, and perfectly cooked - NOT dry at all‼ Honestly, some of the best chicken in Arizona. Every bite was amazing. My entire family finished their meals in under 20 minutes because it was that good and we were all fully satisfied.‍ We SMASHEDDDDDD And We loved every second of it. If you're looking for incredible food, friendly service, strong leadership, family-friendly pricing, and a place that deserves way more hype - Big Chicken Gilbert is it. Do yourself a favor and go ASAP. This place should absolutely be viral‼ read more

Getting a head start on #nationalfriedchickenday @bigchickenshaq The Shaq Attack is legendary for a reason- come see why at the Gilbert location It was all so satisfying! The Shaq Attack just hits! We also tried Uncle Jerome's Nashville Hot and of course we had to try The OG (original). Mac & Cheese is creamy and delicious The Big Chicken Sauce is bold and holds great flavor. Perfect for dipping fries or drenching that crispy, juicy chicken sandwich to your liking. I feel in love with the pineapple cream soda, very refreshing, makes for the perfect fizzy drink. We also tried the watermelon lemonade mixed with sweet tea. Move over Arnold Palmer, this tea was perfect. Just the right amount of sweet on a hot summers day. Be sure to stop by and check out @bigchickengilbert Where every bite brings BIG Flavor and even BIGGER smiles. Excellent customer service in a casual environment. Indoor/ Outdoor seating. 366 N Gilbert Rd Located in Downtown Gilbert read more

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We came here for a quick lunch on a Sunday. Was not busy at all, but the wait was quite long considering. We sat on the patio which was nice as it is dog friendly and were able to bring our dog. The fries are really good. Would come back just for those. I had the Ultimate Chicken Sandwich. The chicken was juicy but the sandwich overall was bland. The boneless wings could have used more sauce but we're good overall. This is a great casual spot to go for lunch if you don't mind waiting a little bit. read more

Big Chicken - Burgers Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

I am pleasantly surprised by Big Chicken! Was craving lunch and this place was under a mile from my rental. YUM! I got the Crispy Chicken Sandwich with a side of fries. I would say the chicken sandwich was a 7/10, it was super crispy but needed a bit more sauce. The fries were excellently crisp, like an upscale Culver's fry. While I still have had better Chicken Sandwiches, I am happy with the meal I had here. read more

Big Chicken - A person holds a Big Chicken fried chicken container with branded paper lining, in front of a blurred TV screen. - Burgers Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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Well i returned here. The only thing I didn't like was the free sauce bar was gone and it was 50 cents per sauce now. Still, ths new shaq snacks was very good with the Smoke Show having a tender and Cole slaw and sauce and the curds were very good too. read more

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My wife and I went in to Big Chicken for the first time today and we left satisfied, surprised and happy. The idea is basically designed around fried chicken sandwiches with a varied selection of toppings and sauces. Doesn't sound very impressive but that's where everything became surprising. We both just had to basic, original sandwich. A bun, a single piece of battered and deep fried boneless chicken breast accompanied by a mayo-based sauce and a couple of dill pickle chips. All in all similar in concept to Chik-fil-a (which I like) but elevated a little in that every single component was selected for quality and prepared close to perfectly. The brioche-styled bun was fresh and flavorful but surprisingly light. The chicken was perfectly breaded, not too much breading and not too little, but then cooked properly , done but not dry. The dill pickle chip was substantial and didn't get lost and the sauce enhanced the flavor without bringing too much heat. In short, it's just a really good chicken sandwich for a very reasonable price. It turned out that the guy behind the counter was the owner and he was exceptionally helpful and nice. We'll definitely be back when I'm jonesing for fried chicken. read more

Best mf French fries ever! Love these multi dips. Owner is pleasing and attentive to my needs. I'll be back with all by friends and chicken connoisseurs. Please come check this super cool spot out. It's not like the other chick spots. read more

They serve a drink called carbliss in different flavors. It's 0 sugar, 0 carbs and tasted sweeter than a seltzer. G free as well!

So we came to Downtown Gilbert for date night. We decided to check out Big Chicken. This place did nit disappoint. We loved the atmosphere, this was a fun place to have dinner and a drink! I had the Uncle Combo and Janna had the Ultimate Combo. They were so good, the chicken was soooo juicy. I would absolutely do it again. My chicken was super spicy, oh my goodness, it was so good. The staff was awesome and they all seemed to enjoy working there which is always a good sign. We will absolutely be back! read more

Big Chicken - Really nice bar seating area - Burgers Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

After recently moving to Gilbert, AZ, my husband and I have found ourselves choosing Big Chicken as one of our go to restaurants when we are wanting something quick and tasty! I had tried the limited-time Sir Charles chicken sandwich and was very happy with my order! Next time I am trying the Original and also getting a double chocolate shake We recently met the new owner and he was so welcoming and nice! Seeing his excitement about what is to come with their establishment made us forever customers of Shaq's brand! (Fyi.. New sandwiches on the way!!) I noticed they have a bar and could only imagine how fun it would be to start a fun night on the town here with dinner & drinks! I believe you can even order a boozy shake too! read more

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Fries were really good. Wings could definitely use a bit more sauce, they were a little dry. Grilled cheese chicken sandwich is amazing. They definitely don't go light on the cheese, love it! Ultimate chicken sandwich was also good and they have a great patio to enjoy it all that is dog friendly. We will definitely be back. read more

Big Chicken - A fast food meal with fries, chicken nuggets, two sandwiches, and drinks on a tray at a restaurant. - Burgers Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

First impressions is that it's very clean.. and up to date, the guy that took our order was patient and directed us well it's very open and has a nice patio. The food was actually very good, gramps approve as well! The chicken wasn't dry the sauce was like a peppery canes sauce the music was good in there overall enjoyed read more

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New favorite spot in Gilbert! I stopped by Big Chicken on a whim and WOW--what a find! I had the Nashville Chicken Sandwich and it absolutely blew me away. Perfectly crispy, juicy chicken with just the right amount of heat, all tucked into a soft, flavorful bun. You can tell they care about quality and flavor here. The staff was super friendly, the service was quick, and the whole vibe of the place was fun and welcoming. Honestly might be the best chicken sandwich I've had in Arizona... read more

Big Chicken - Nashville Hot - A fried chicken sandwich with lettuce and a soft bun, wrapped in branded paper, on a metal tray. - Burgers Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Wonderful! Everyone was real kind and the food was fast! Did not see Shaq but other than that 10/10 read more

Big Chicken - Me and shaq (cut out) - A young man wearing glasses and a cap poses for a selfie with a cardboard cutout of Shaquille O'Neal at Big Chicken restaurant. - Burgers Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

This is my second time here, everything is great! Good quality chicken, delicious sauce and great amount too..we barely finished our meal...so much food!! And the service is super excellent!! The owner is so nice and helpful. I will be back again soon!! read more

The owner is local, right here, loves Gilbert and is so committed. Committed to what you ask? Great, great service to his customers and being a super trainer to his staff. The food?! More commitment... fresh, not frozen, yummy, chicken. Cooked AFTER you order. So hot always but so good you wanna eat immediately and dang it... ya burn your mouth because it's so hot and fresh. Completely impressed this TequilaSnob - and now a ChickenSnob! read more

Have had multiple great experiences. Fast casual, delicious chicken sandwiches, friendly staff and owner! The Nashville Hot with Shaq sauce is fire! read more

This was one of our let's check out a new chicken sandwich place episodes! Decided to give Shaq's restaurant a try. Not very busy inside. We did get the chicken sandwich specials which I thought were a nice value! The chicken sandwiches were actually very good and I would recommend stopping here to try them out. Well prepared, tender, moist and delicious! The fries were outstanding too. The service was outstanding and the restaurant was clean. I would definitely go back here again. read more

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I was at a community event that was close to this location, which was great because I have been wanting to try the spot just because of Shaq and he thinks he knows chicken so well. Went in the place was pretty empty. It was an odd day and an odd time it was a Wednesday evening. Nevertheless, I ordered buffalo chicken and barbecue chicken bites. I ordered some chicken tender strips, french fries and mac & cheese just to get a variety of things and check out the sauces. The buffalo boneless chicken bites were the best with a close second on the chicken strips now I didn't taste all of the sauces, but my daughter says that the BC sauce was extremely good. The mac & cheese was one of their signature dishes. It was good, but it was much too cheesy for me personally. Overall, I think that the chicken was very good and I would return if I wanted a nice buffalo boneless and I'm in that area. Like I said it wasn't anyone in the place, but me and my daughter, but the set up was very nice. They had a bar TVs all over to watch the games and the seating was pretty comfortable. The service was nice the young lady at the front helped us pick out some items because it was our first time. Location 5/5 Chicken 5/5 Sauce 4/5 Parking 5/5 Service 5/5 Atmosphere 5/5 Return Factor 4/5 read more

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Great service! Thank you! Best service with the best drink prices in the area! Big chicken is great!

I tried Big Chicken for the first time yesterday with a friend who told me about it and I was really impressed by the food, service and atmosphere. I love a good counter service place that is quick, kid friendly and serves good food. My son got the kids meal (2 strips & fries) and he ate almost the whole thing. The coating on the chicken is very flavorful, crunchy and I love their added sauce options. I opted for Nashville hot chicken grilled chicken salad and it was so delicious. They have a great happy hour deal daily! We got a $3.50 draft with a purchase of a meal. It's the perfect spot for families, happy hour or a place to start on a night out with the girls! Their staff is so friendly! read more

Interesting, but not too bad. Was kinda nervous when we walked in around 6pm on a Wednesday and NO ONE was in the restaurant. We ordered from a variety of chicken sandwiches (there is only chicken) and one chicken salad, pils some "dirty" fries and sweet potatoes waffle fries. Easy menu to order from, and the folks taking our order was nice and made some suggestions and food came out fast. It was ALL delicious! The chicken on the sandwiches was large, moist and flavorful. The sweet potato waffle fries were probably some of the best I've ever had. My spicy Kenny the jet chicken sandwich with jalapeno slaw and fried pickles was really good, it did have a bite, but not too bad. We had someone come out from the kitchen and asked how we liked the food. Interestingly though, we were there for about an hour enjoying our meal and no one else ever came in, but all the other restaurants seemed pretty busy. I'd go back though, but you have to like, and want, a chicken sandwich because that's pretty much all they have. read more

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Food is great! Service amazing! Ambience is super cool and fun! Will go back and drink wine on the patio with friends! read more

amazing food and atmosphere. exceptional service. Owner was super friendly and very helpful when making choices. food came out fast and hot.

Food was great but pricey service was pleasant and kind. It's the place il go to when im in Gilbert read more

Love the different spin on chicken and much prefer over Canes or Chick-fil-A! Plus a bar!! read more

Big Chicken - Bar area - A sports bar with three large TV screens displaying basketball and other sports, a counter with glasses, and a view of the outside through large windows. - Burgers Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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Shaq bested me... My boyfriend and I are crazies so we always order the spiciest options at chicken joints. We managed to eat ghost pepper sauces at other restaurants before, but Shaq had us leaving Big Chicken with tears streaming down our faces. Damn, that chicken was JUICY though! And although I was suffering, the seasonings shone through. We both couldn't finish our sandwiches so we got an order of popcorn chicken to finish up and be full. Also very juicy. The assortment of sauces are also delicious! We also got some delectable milkshakes. Very satisfied with this place even though I like to make myself suffer. I am definitely coming back to try a chicken sandwich that WON'T ruin me, and try those amazing looking BOOZY MILKSHAKES... Oooooo... read more

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We finally made it in here after the kids having asked to go since they saw it open. It is in a great location in downtown Gilbert with ample parking close by. We went about an hour before closing time and the place was quite empty and very few employees. They were friendly, but very slow. We ordered several meals and two beers. They had decent draft options. The beer took a very long time due to the lack of staff, but we eventually got it. The food came out piping hot and was pretty good. A lot of their sauces were running low or out, but I imagine they are better stocked normally. It did take a while before we were able to eat the food since it was so hot, which my husband and I didn't mind as we drank our beers, but it was tough getting the kids to wait haha. The ambiance is decent and there is a lot of seating. I am not dying to go back, but I would be willing. Pros: *Decent draft options with great prices *Pretty good food *No wait *Friendly staff Cons: *A bit slow *Sauces not stocked read more

Big Chicken - The Original Big Chicken - Burgers Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

I never heard of the place, but decided to try it since it's Shaq's business. I placed a mobile order, which was hot and ready when I arrived. The franchise owner, Robby, was behind the counter. He's very personable, friendly, and helpful. I messed up on my order, and he made sure to rectify my mistake. The young man working behind the counter was just as friendly, personable, and helpful. The place is clean, which was nice. The sandwich, fries, and sauce were delicious. I will be back! You won't be disappointed. read more

The chicken is crispy and flavorful. Everything was a generous portion. The server was fast and friendly. The restaurant is clean and inviting. Don't miss this place! read more

Big Chicken - Interior/bar area of Big Chicken - A restaurant interior featuring multiple mounted TVs, seating arrangements, and a large chicken cutout figure near the entrance. - Burgers Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

The only time we have been to Big Chicken was on a cruise ship and we wanted to check out a standalone location. The staff was very helpful and the menu offered a decent variety of options for a chicken place. I liked the sauce bar and the way it allowed you to try a number of different flavors similar to a traditional BBQ joint. The sandwiches were all very good and the chicken was cooked perfectly without too much grease. The dining area wasn't huge, but the location was great on the main strip and there were plenty of televisions to watch sports. The flavor of the food surprised us all and we were pleasantly surprised as it was much fresher than our prior experience on the cruise. Prices were about right and we didn't have to wait long at all for our food. I would definitely go back with the family! read more

Big Chicken - Kids Tenders, Nashville Sandwich, Buffalo Sandwich, and BC Fries. - A metal tray holds two sandwiches, chicken tenders with waffle fries, and a side of potato chips with a drink, served on paper liners. - Burgers Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

Do yourself a favor and try the new shaq snacks....so yummy!! Had the mushroom melt one and loved it! The owner and staff couldn't be any nicer. Can't wait to go back! read more

Chicken was hot and crispy, there were lots of great sandwich options depending on what you wanted. Fries were very good. read more

Big Chicken - The Big Cali Meal - no avocado - A fried chicken sandwich with lettuce, onions, and a bun, served in a paper wrapper on a wooden table. - Burgers Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

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Delicious chicken! Super friendly owner, manager, and staff. Fun atmosphere too. Bok-bok! We'll definitely be back. Thank you! read more

Big Chicken - Chicken fingers, sweet potato fries, and a cookies and cream shake!! Yummmy! - Burgers Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

For a place called BIG Chicken the food was anything but. Only went once and was late so maybe we got the short end of the stick but for a place called BIG chicken I'm hoping we're getting BIG. The sandwich was honestly slightly smaller or about equal to the size of other fast food places premium burger/sandwich (McDonald's/Jackinthebox etc) the food was still pretty good but not sure if it's worth the price. (I think I got the Original Sandwich) Service was about what you'd expect for a closing shift about an hour til close so I personally am not too upset about the lack of service but I mean me and my friend WERE the only ones there and the person who took our order still ended up giving us the wrong stuff so we had to do some swapping on our trays. Again a nitpick but I guess that's what this platform is kinda for and up to YOU to decide. Nice place and in a good location. Was dead when we showed up due to it being super late but the surroundings were still pretty active and I could totally see this place being lively/packed due to the influx of people roaming about. Overall I was disappointed with the size of the food (mainly due to the name being misleading) Service was meh but again was late at night almost closing. The vibe was nice and the area around it of course is always nice to roam about and admire the scenery. read more

Big Chicken - Mac n Cheese, Crinkle Cut Fries - Burgers Near Me - Gilbert, Arizona

My wife and I have been coming here for a while now! When we first started, the food was always delicious and the staff was nice. Since the new owner has taken over, we've notice a significant difference in traffic and the customer service. Everyone is always so friendly! The food is always fresh, delicious, and fast, even in a rush! It's always a good vibe, never too loud inside or rowdy, and its always clean and tidy. Definitely add this place to your list to try! I do miss the sweet potato fries they had, but everything else is 10/10 so I will always return! read more

Owner and workers are amazing, chicken is even better. This place is awesome. Owner sold me as soon as i walked in

We were greeted by a friendly, smiling face who we later learned was the owner (Hi Robby!). He took the time to explain the menu to us as we have never been to a Big Chicken before. We ordered and we have to say the chicken was better than those "other guys" for sure. Food came out hot and yummy within ten minutes. We were even given glass pint glasses when asked for water instead of just little paper cups. Awesome place to eat. We will be back! read more

Wasn't too bad, I just ordered a chicken sandwich to go. Service was horrible, not their fault. Just not enough capable people working there. The facility is not that large, so seating is limited. The sandwich was good enough for me to want to try them again. read more

Ordered delivery while coming home from the airport. It arrived, still hot! Ordered a salad, tenders and sweet potato waffle fries. The chicken was so much better than I expected! Juicy, crunchy, yummy! The waffle fries were very good. Saved the salad for the next day. I will definitely order from here again. read more