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    Charlotte’s Kitchen

    4.7 (111 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Tank G.

    This is a nice fast food style chicken joint. They primarily serve chicken sandwiches and chicken tenders. They have a private parking lot available for their patrons. There is a decent sized dining area to eat at. There is also an outdoor patio area in front of the place. If you are trying to be efficient with ordering your food, there is a drive through that you can take advantage of. I had limited interaction with the staff, mostly just placing my order, but they were nice enough when I did interact with them. You place your order at the counter and they will bring it to your table if you are dining in. I ordered the chicken sandwich of the week, the taco chicken, with a side of brussles sprouts. It took about 8 minutes for them to prepare my meal. It was fresh, hot and delicious. The brussels sprouts were so delicious. They were amazing. The sandwich was also very tasty. This is a very nice local restaurant and I am happy that I was able to check it out. They really do have the best chicken around. If I am ever in Des Moines again, I will definitely be checking this place out.

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    Dawn M.

    This chicken sandwich is a guaranteed hit and don't be afraid to give one with a twist, a try. Crab Rangoon is really good! However this trip I went with Mac and Cheese bowl with Nashville Hot sauce and it was delicious. The pickles added to the flare!

    Nashville Hot Wrap Combo (side of coleslaw and fountain drink)
    Catrin W.

    Good place to stop for a casual, quick bite with seating inside or a drive thru option. The staff is helpful, but everything is self serve. The combos we ordered includes a main (sandwich, wrap or salad) with a choice of a side and a drink. Highly recommend the Nashville hot chicken!

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    JemuelnleAnne M.

    Amazingly delicious. The sandwiches were yummy and the location was clean. I think it was a good lunch choice

    Food so filling we had to take half of it home!

    The crabrangoon burger was phenomenal. Guy at counter was nice. The inside is very chill

    Crab Rangoon chicken sandwich
    Sydney C.

    Best chicken sandwich!!!! Charlotte's has a simple menu as well as creative weekly specials. It is great while dining in or going through the drive thru and the staff is happy to be there. Crab Rangoon sandwich or Nashville sandwich are my favs and the brussel sprouts are so good (also great ranch)!

    Chicken sandwich
    Ronnie T.

    Great chicken sandwiches . The tenders not so as it was overly salty . I could hardly taste the chicken . I have never tasted a tender so salty in my life . Why?!!! I love to love them but it might put me off from visiting again . Edges of the seat were filthy . I know because my son dropped his phone in there . If u have time please bring the seats out and clean them please

    Daniel E.

    Charlotte's Kitchen is a good story - read the wall; it was a positive visit. This restaurant looked somewhat fast-food, and the order-taker was kind and helpful during our first Q&A. His information helped us make good choices. I enjoyed my perfectly seasoned chicken tenders with a tasty Charlotte sauce. My accompanying cole slaw was good. The interior has some fun artwork and community-related items, and I love the chicken feet upholstery. It's good 80s music, but I could have lived without the ads on the FM channel--plenty of on-site parking.

    Crab Rangoon Chicken sandwich
    Ryan K.

    Staff were super friendly, service was very quick. I had the crab rangoon chicken sandwich, which was very tasty. The chicken was perfectly cooked and crunchy, the fries were also very good. Restaurant is very bright and open, looks like a great place to take a group of friends.

    Original chicken sandwich
    Tim C.

    Simple. Great. Chicken Sandwich. The staff is the friendly, patient and kind. It was truly like you were being welcomed in to a family table. We were greeted by Aaron & he answered everyone of our questions as if we were the only customers - and it was packed! Board games were even available to help you stay awhile! The menu is simple, but the food was delicious. We tried several different chicken sandwiches and sides. The highlight in our group was the egg nog shake, made with AE egg nog, a local legend in itself. The crab rangoon chicken sandwich is popular. It's unique and tasted great. The bun is perfect and the chicken is fresh. To add variety to the menu, the introduce weekly specials that are rarely duplicated. This week's was a black truffle chicken sandwich. So good, I think it should stay on the menu.

    Chicken sandwich and fries
    Michelle M.

    Best chicken sandwich I've had in a long time! I visited from Omaha for a training, and was looking for a quick place with a drive through that wasn't fast food for dinner on the way home. It was Friday evening, so it was pretty busy but I still got through in 20 minutes or so, and it was worth the wait. I got a regular chicken sandwich and fries, I wanted to try one of the other ones but figured I didn't want a big mess in the car, ha. I can't wait to come back and try the crab Rangoon chicken sandwich, that sounded unique and like something I needed to try! The regular sandwich was great, the chicken was nice and plump and fried to a crisp perfection. The fries had an interesting seasoning, it didn't taste exactly like old bay but was similar, a hint of sweet with the savory. The guys working the drive through were helpful and friendly, and I can tell it's a loved neighborhood joint. I'll be coming back next time I'm in the area!

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    Kristyn M.

    I am pretty sure we just found our new favorite local chicken sandwich. What once was a food truck had been a brick and mortar for some time. Finally, I decided to check it out on a Wednesday evening. Option for drive thru, but for our first time, we wanted to sit and enjoy. What used to be the local DQ back in the day is now a perfect setup for a walk-up counter order and small seating area. We were greeted kindly as we reviewed the menu on the wall. I like picking on the staff and asking if she's tried it all. She says she's just had the BBQ chicken. While I was thinking my hubby asked what the special sandwich was. It's on the menu with a question mark. Perfect for a rotator option. Right now, it was the Queso chicken. Hubby's eyes lit right up. He had made his choice. This made mine easier as I went with the most popular Crab Ragoon chicken sandwich. Everything looked bright ave clean from the counter as we ordered, which is a good sign. We both got meals. Both ordered fried chicken. Hubby upgraded his fries to cheese balls for an extra $2.00. You grab your number. You fill your drink at the machine. You grab a seat. We didn't wait for more than 10 minutes, and the food came out, and it was hot! They bring it to your table and you enjoy it. The piece of chicken in the beautiful bun is a real treat. It was really crispy and juicy on the inside We both enjoyed our meals. We both agreed that for the extra $2 there was a lot of cheeseballs. We filled up and decided we would be back. Highly recommend for a great fried chicken sandwich. Locally owned. Small business. Great story. Great job all around.

    Crab Rangoon Chicken Sandwich with fries

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    Great food!! good service!!! Love the crab Rangoon chicken. Love this for a fast meal.

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    Food was great and service was very friendly! For a salad, try the crab Rangoon! Atmosphere was small, kitchen-like.

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    These sandwiches are pretty good! Now just trying to get to the correct character count.

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    Got the Chars bowl for takeout, very much enjoyed. Their sauce is mildly spicy but tasty.

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    Be nice if the phone number worked could call in and order chicken it take at least 10-15 min to cook

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