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    Chick & Hawk

    3.9 (199 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Chick & Hawk in Encinitas, CA. The restaurant is co-owned by skateboarder Tony Hawk. Birdman Chicken Sandwich.
    Olga M.

    We enjoyed our lunch at Chick & Hawk in Encinitas, CA. The restaurant is co-owned by skateboarder Tony Hawk. We were told he was at the restaurant yesterday hanging out so we missed him The restaurant opened in November of 2025. We recommend trying the Birdman Chicken Sandwich with a side of Spicy Duck Fat Fries. They have a happy hour menu from 2pm-5pm. That's probably the best time to be there before it gets busy. The restaurant is small with limited indoor and outdoor seating. They do take reservations on Open Table. The restaurant also has limited parking with about 10 spaces. When driving on Leucadia Blvd, make a right at the light on Vulcan Ave because you'll find street parking on the left side. We had very good friendly service. The restaurant is walking distance to Leucadia State Beach (Beacon's). May the Force be with you on Star Wars Day! Check it out! Happy Yelping :)

    Beers March 2026
    Michelle F.

    Apparently I'm on a San Diego legends owned restaurant vibe at the moment. Visited Chick & Hawk on a Saturday for lunch. The space is cool, with a 90s skating theme. Neon lights, black and white skating videos on small TV's. We got seated on the "rail" which is an outdoor covered patio. They have a good selection of beers. And, a small but mighty menu. I ordered the Birdman and it was simply delicious. It was big and somehow I managed to eat most of it. You can order fries on the side. We also had some pickled veggies which were fun. The service was amazing. Kind, professional, and on it! Great job. So happy we got to check out Chick & Hawk. I failed at photos this time around with the exception of the drinks menu.

    Richard R.

    Chick and Hawk in Encinitas is a cool spot. Tony Hawk's restaurant lives up to the hype. The chicken sandwich was really good. Well seasoned, great texture, and has just the right kick of spice. The vibe fits Encinitas perfectly. Casual, fun, and easy to enjoy!

    Potato chips and onion dip, hilariously tiny soda.
    Luke P.

    We were so looking forward to trying this spot, but it was a big miss for us. The chicken sandwich just had too much going on flavor-wise. The coleslaw-pickles-spread-bun all have nice flavors individually, but crammed together with the chicken as well, they become cacophony rather than a symphony. We also tried the fried fish sandwich which was not fried albacore as the AAA Westways magazine stated. It was meh. The highlight was the potato chips and onion dip but they were too expensive for what they are. The $4 Diet Coke is a hilariously small bottle of soda. They don't offer ice for their water, servers are friendly but not too attentive. And finally... the bar stool seating at the tables on the covered patio is comically uncomfortable.

    Juliann T.

    Have been here twice since they opened! Love that it is walking distance. We had to order a little of everything. The appetizers were great, my favorite was the mushroom nuggets. The poke was so fresh. The seasoning on the chicken sandwhich was great and even the salad was so delicious and colorful. The design is obviously so fun as it plays in to 90s skate, check out the bathroom for a fun design surprise too!

    The Birdman was very nice.
    Craig W.

    Hot chicken sandwiches are springing up everywhere and this place serves up a good one. The chicken is juicy and there is a lot of flavor in this creation. It is messy but I'm good with it. You can pick your spice level. I was told the highest level was a 10 out of 10 on the spice chart. I would suggest it is more of an 8. I was also told that there is a spicier level which you can order off the menu but that one might be a bridge too far even for a spice nut like me. I absolutely loved the duck fries (or "frites"). They are very crispy and delicious. The regular fries are terrific, too. If you like, you can order half portions of each. Other than ketchup, you have to pay extra for sauces. The house ranch sauce is very nice and I recommend it. The beer and cocktail menu is very strong. A lot of the cocktails sounded very interesting but I passed on the booze during this visit. The inside is very funky and very, very loud. I'm not sure if they were angling for an edgy atmosphere but the music was simply a tad too loud. There is plenty of patio seating. As everyone has noted, parking is really rough but that is the case for a lot of restaurants in this area. We parked on the dirt west of the train tracks near PCH and hoofed it. A lot of people seem to think the fish sandwich is even better than the chicken sandwich. But for the price (over $20), I probably would give the fish sandwich a try. Good sandwiches, excellent fries, and the music is too damn loud. Give them a try.

    360 chicken sando
    Dale H.

    Wow loved this place. One of the best chicken sandwiches I've ever had. I had the 360 which was a perfect heat level but next time I want to try the 720. The bun and toppings in it were extremely fresh which made the sandwich even better. Also the beef tallow fries were amazing as well. Worth the upcharge grew up playing the Tony hawk games and skating so this was an awesome experience checking out Tony's spot. The art, memorabilia and skate videos playing on the crts were definitely on point. The menu names were fun too , iykyk. Greats food and service, can't wait to come back!

    Alfonso D.

    Had to stop by and try their chicken sandwich, and let me tell you -- this place did not disappoint. By far one of the best chicken sandwiches I've had here in San Diego. If you're in the area, definitely stop by and treat yourself to a great chicken sandwich. The service was really good, the staff was very attentive, and the food came out fast. Overall, it was a great experience. Hopefully next time I can meet Tony Hawk -- one of my favorite skateboarders from back in the day!

    Duckfat fries, 350 Birdman, 180 Birdman with pickles on the side
    Marc B.

    It's been a minute since Chick & Hawk has been in development but now that it's wide open, we dropped in from some grub at a lunch sesh. My Birdman chicken sammie was premium, but the cost was pretty steep ($18 each). The fried chicken thigh was massive and the combo of slaw and hand-made kimchi Comeback sauce was rad. You pick how spicy you want your Birdman based on board rotations: 180, 360, 720 or 900. My 180 came in a flashy brioche bun, without pickles (as requested), in a tight paper wrapper. Tip: keep the wrapper on. If you don't, the Birdman has the potential to get all over the place and gnarly. The spicy duckfat fries were steezy and def my fave; wide-shaped with a little kick and powdery flavoring that made your hands mango-ish. In addition to ketchup, the hand-made Cool Ranch was alright and the Comeback was super sick (aka great). The server blanked on mentioning that each sauce was an extra $2.50, but it came up on the bill. Also, they have a solid combo of table-side napkins and wetnaps. The parking is super sketchy. There are only a handful of spots and I didn't eye any street parking. Our server was super nice, friendly and helpful. Huge props for having street art on and around the building. The one on the back wall is by @ObeyGiant.

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    John M.

    Tony Hawk's new restaurant. I grew up skating during Hawk's rise in dominance , my brother was a pro (still is actually), we had a huge half pipe in our backyard and we idolized Tony Hawk and Powell Peralta skateboards. So when I heard Tony was opening a skate themed chicken sandwich place, I had to try...(There's a pizza place a block away called Johnny Radz which is also inter-related with Mike McGill - Powell Peralta and The Search for Animal Chin skate movie... If you know what I'm talking about, you absolutely cannot pass up these two spots). I ordered the chicken sandwich with the heat level of 720... There is a 900 level but the server said it is "ghost pepper hot" and I opted to go down 180 of a spin to the 720. It was plenty hot and I loved it. If you dont like it HOT maybe go down another notch. The heat levels are degrees of a turn on a skateboard 180,360,720,900. (no 540?) We also got the duck fat cajun fries.... These were great... Crispy and perfect... My only gripe is that it is a bit pricey. I think the sandwich should come with a side (fries,salad,etc) instead of being a la carte. I will go back and try to 900 heat level just to see but I hope they either expand the menu a little or offer a little more value for the price.

    Duck Fat Fries
    James K.

    Finally made it over here... First thing to consider is parking. Come early or be prepared to park offsite. The lot is micro and if you have anything bigger than a 4 door car it can be tough. Walking in though...greeted with a smile and seated right away. The service was great and attentive. We both got the birdman (really a must on the first visit) 720 heat. The heat was perfect for me but I could definitely see it being a bit much for someone. Also orders the duck fat fries. Also, super good. Technically this food is a far cry from my normal diet (I knew this going in) but it was still pretty good. Definitely worth a stop to check it out!

    Samyukta S.

    Got dinner here tonight after spending the day in Encinitas! This restaurant has a quirky, fun skate park design. There is a bar with extensive cocktail options. Indoor space is tiny but they have closed and open patios for additional seating. Seating in general feels a little crowded. My friends and I all ordered their signature "Birdman" fried chicken sandwich at a 720 spice level. I didn't find it very spicy at all; it had a pleasant flavor and the chicken was cooked to perfection! Perfectly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. The slaw and sauce complimented it very well. Yum. We also got a large order of duck fat fries to share, which was a little too fatty for my taste.

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    Emmett T.

    Chick & Hawk was one of those long-rumored businesses (see Roscoe's Chicken & Waffles) that finally opened its doors recently in SD County. The structure was rather small and felt like a cross between a diner and a taqueria. The location was in the middle of a block on Leucadia Blvd and didn't have the greatest visibility compared to businesses along N Coast Hwy 101 just a block further west. The on-site lot was limited to less than ten spaces, but there was signage that indicated where else you could find nearby parking. The main dining room had only three tables that could hold less than 20 customers. There was an outdoor patio on the westward facing side of the building and a small wing along the north perimeter with countertop seating which was where I ended up. A tri-fold paper menu was handed to me after I was seated. Beverages were listed on three of the pages, and the food offerings were printed on two pages. For a collaboration that had been years in the making, I expected more chicken items than what I saw which was one chicken sandwich and tenders for kids. There was a potpourri of non-chicken choices including a crispy/blackened market fish sandwich, poke, sunomono pickles, and fries. The signature Birdman with 180 spiciness (half flame) and a half order of the Spicy Duck Fat Frites (also with 180 heat) were my selections. Both items came out simultaneously after about ten minutes. The thick cut frites were served with a cup of barbeque sauce for dipping. The spiciness was minimal which was how I wanted it. The Birdman was wrapped in wax paper and had a fried dark meat thigh in between the potato brioche buns. Tangy slaw, kimchi comeback sauce, and sweet & spicy pickles were the toppings. I think it was a good crispy product but not for $18. I actually enjoyed the duck fat fries more than the sandwich. I gave a 3.5 star rating for my visit to Chick & Hawk.

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    Food and vibe is very good. Duck fries are delicious. Very $$$ but what isn't these days.

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    Best in class! Food, service and vibe . Definitely making a regular spot after a beach day. Thank you!

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    Cute atmosphere, great location. Love the blackened seabird, poke and spicy duck fat fries. Mocktails are good too!

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