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    Crispy Fried Chicken

    3.8 (681 reviews)
    Open • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Jasmine C.

    This place is definitely popular and has a nice staff. It was very busy inside so I would suggest to order ahead if you are not eating there. I love that's it's family owned and that they are on top of helping each customer. They do have specials it looks like to try that change out. We got the fried chicken and some sides which the chicken has a nice crunch. If I'm in the area I would definitely get it again.

    Jhenny B.

    Affordable, juicy and hearty. Love this local joint. It's kinda like a IYKYK, mom and pop shop. The chicken is super crispy and flavorful. I really love the tenders also. It's a nice change from your genetic chicken chains. Chicken and rice is thee best combo. They have a pretty large menu, plenty of new things to try. Service is good, food is fresh and fast.

    Barry B.

    Another San Diego favorite of mine. These guys are spot on with their fried chicken and I hope so by the name of the restaurant. Wait time is efficient due to the cook time. No hot lamps I've ever seen. I always pick up so no say on ambiance. Stop by and get your cluck on.

    Jumbo shrimp with mashed potatoes and gravy and mac & cheese
    Amanda I.

    Stopped in to get our fried chicken fix and ended up falling in love with the jumbo fried shrimp. This place is on point, the jumbo 8 shrimp combo is a must try. The shrimp are huge...make sure to get cocktail sauce and hot sauce. Pass on Mac and cheese but the mash and gravy are tasty. The fried chicken was made to order...get the hot sauce with it as well. The place has a small section to eat in but would recommend carry out.

    BETTER THAN KFC
    LaTaura K.

    MAKE SURE TO ORDER AHEAD.. Always a great choice. I ordered my food and was told 20 minutes, it was more like 35-40 wait.

    Trinity A.

    Tried calling to place a takeout order and they didn't answer. Walked in and ordered a popcorn chicken combo which included 2 sides. I ordered mashed potatoes and fried zucchini. They weren't good. Fried zucchini had good texture but was very bland. The popcorn chicken wasn't crispy at all. Though the coating had good flavor, it was falling off. Chicken was dry. I could see if it was sitting out for a little while but it wasn't. Also waited 25 minutes for my order. All together, wasn't very good. The only reason I'm giving 2 stars is because the portion size was large.

    Some of my favorite fried chicken and seafood in SD! Pretty sure everything is made fresh. The chicken and catfish are super juicy and crispy. Shrimp was plump and tender. Definitely recommend their okra! Coleslaw was good too but a little too wet. Can't wait to come back!

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    Yeah it's in the hood, wouldn't eat inside or go at night but takeout slaps! Gizzards, chicken, fish, tenders, sides. On point!!!

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    This place is FIRE!!!! The food here is always good. Never miss. I have been coming here for years and will continue to do so.

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    Always loved their fried liver; it's a bummer that the national city location closed down.

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    Southern guy here in CA. The fried gizzards are really solid. Will return to this place soon.

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    Chicken was amazing so was the hush puppies I ordered fries and rings but didn't get the rings which was a disappointment but will go back

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    Ask the Community - Crispy Fried Chicken

    Does this place sell garlic noodles?

    yuh

    Did this place change ownership in the past 2 years? Looking for 2020 and 2021 reviews from diners.?

    My apologies for not writing a current review since we continue to visit this SD gem! It's still in the same owner's hands (see other answer) and the quality remains consistently fantastic!

    Does anyone know if this place is open during Covid-19 restrictions?

    It's open for take out and delivery on app like Postmate.

    Does Huy still work here?!..

    Unfortunately, not anymore.. I heard he sold the shop and opened a restaurant next to GTM in Santee, named the Chicken Shop

    Does this place use local or natural meats?

    I do not think so. Too expensive for the amount that they have to make and what they sell

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    I was craving fries and happened to be nearby, so I decided to give this place a try since I love…read moretheir fries at Petco Park! I thought I'd just get the fries since cheesesteaks seem to be their specialty, and I don't eat beef. But I decided to try their Chicken Ranch sandwich. The sandwich was better than I expected. I was picturing the basic grilled chicken sandwich--a piece of grilled chicken on a hamburger bun. Instead, it was loaded with tender, flavorful chicken, bacon, white American cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and ranch. Totally messy to eat, but in the best possible way! And the Cheez Whiz fries were exactly what I was craving. They definitely hit the spot. Customer service was excellent too! So glad I stopped in!

    After a six-hour tattoo session, I had earned two things: a cheesesteak and absolutely no judgment…read moreabout the amount of food I was about to eat. Being from Philly, I take my cheesesteaks very seriously. Probably more seriously than a reasonable adult should. So when I finally tried Gaglione Bros. in San Diego, I went in hopeful. First, the good stuff. The staff was wonderful, genuinely friendly, the place was clean, and there were plenty of options. They even had Amoroso rolls and fresh-shaved prime rib. On paper, we were speaking my language. But whenever I try a new "Philly cheesesteak" place, I order my first steak plain. No cheese, no onions, no peppers, no hiding behind toppings. If you want to call yourself a Philly steak shop, the steak and bread should be able to stand on their own. Unfortunately, this one didn't. The meat was heavily salted and peppered, surprisingly dry, and every couple of bites I was pulling out pieces of fat. And nothing makes you question your dining choices quite like discreetly removing a piece of steak from your mouth in public. For me, a great cheesesteak has balance. The meat should be tender and juicy, with enough seasoning to bring out the beef rather than overpower it. There should be a little richness from the griddle, the steak juices, and everything cooking around it. Then you add the onions, mushrooms, peppers, cheese or whatever your particular Philly allegiance demands. This steak just didn't have that softness or heart. It honestly reminded me more of the tourist cheesesteak experience in Philly. And my fellow Philadelphians know exactly what I mean when I say that. A real Philly cheesesteak isn't complicated food, but that's precisely why every part matters. The bread matters. The meat matters. The griddle matters. And somehow, when someone really knows how to make one, you can taste the heart in it. Would I try Gaglione Bros. again? Probably not for the cheesesteak. The people were great and the place itself left a good impression, but the steak didn't. Mostly, the experience just left this Philly girl Jonesing for a long weekend back home, a walk down South Street, and a cheesesteak from that place. If you're from Philly, you already know which one I mean.

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