The chicken is always top notch at Dinah's! Although the place isn't that big, we haven't had to wait the last two times we visited. And we always love their food. For those that buy and use the Groupon for Dinah's, be aware of this: If you decide to get the special drumsticks for a dollar with any lunch or dinner meal, you will be charged for them at the regular price if you use your Groupon at the same time. They don't have anything in writing anywhere that tells you that. It's just their policy. It's very understandable, but it was kind of a surprise when it happened to us. We told them about the Groupon when we were ready to pay. That's when we found out. The price for the two drumsticks we got was over $9. It was a little pricey to me, but we still enjoyed the chicken. Bottom line...let them know beforehand so you don't get surprised. Even so, I'll still go back again and again for their awesome chicken! read more

I've passed this place for so many decades now. At least 35 years! I finally went in for work lunch. I was torn between the chicken lunch, the gizzard lunch and liver lunch, but of course they are known for their chicken. My side was Cole slaw which is perfectly not too sweet and still crunchy! Chicken was pretty good! The side of salsa made it tastier! Server was attentive and answered all my questions! I made need to o back for those livers and gizzards! read more

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Bernice, Mia, and Ashley at Dana's Chicken off San Fernando Road near Glendale provide some of the best service around. The chicken is always excellent, the prices are very reasonable, and the staff makes every visit enjoyable. If you're ever in the area, I definitely recommend stopping by--it's an excellent choice for great chicken and friendly service. Biff and Canton we were here. Su Casa Mi Casa.! read more

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Came across this chicken shop when I was stopping by a coffee shop in the same plaza. Was pleasantly surprised at home many customers were waiting for to-go orders as well as to dine in - in the middle of the afternoon on a Sunday. Reviews looked solid, so we decided to come back to try the place ourselves. Plaza is very limited - and there's a ton of cars with the nearby businesses. Recommend parking on the street. Also, don't be deterred by the people waiting around. Most of them were waiting for to-go orders and we were seated immediately. Interior has a very old-time diner feel. Decor hasn't been updated, but I think that's the overall charm of the place. Menu is straightforward - if you order the lunches, the portions are smaller while the dinners are a little heftier on the portions. We went with the two piece chicken and waffle for $17.86 and the chicken dinner (3 pieces of chicken, 2 side orders, and 1 roll) for $20.56. And with the lunch/dinner orders, you are able to add an additional drumstick for a dollar, so we were able to add 3 extra drumsticks for $3. They have the option of spicy chicken and regular chicken. If you like spicy, then definitely give it at try. I felt like the seasoning of the spicy chicken was more on the cajun/smoky side and it was pretty spicy where I couldn't taste much of the chicken. I personally preferred the original. Breading was on point and upon breaking into the chicken - wow, super moist and juicy. Came with ranch and their special cajun spicy sauce. For our sides, we ordered the cajun fries and the mashed potatoes. Cajun fries were a bit too much, but the mashed potatoes tasted homemade. Rolls weren't anything too special. I think I really enjoyed the waffle most of all. Crispy on the outside, soft and pillowy on the inside. Portion was fairly big and I finished maybe two pieces before getting full. Adding on a pat of butter and drizzling on that syrup - perfection! Workers were really friendly and helpful. If you pay with cash, you get a discounted price versus paying with credit card. They also offer an assortment of pies! Super glad I was able to try this place out - will be back if I'm ever in the area and craving fried chicken. read more

Sometimes my ability to game a system happens to my detriment. I ordered the 3 piece dinner because I didn't see a 3 piece lunch, but two sides is too much. After getting my meal, I saw that you can buy a leg for a buck (and for dinner meals, 2). So I was regretting ordering too much food and then ordered 2 legs to go with it. No regrets though! I want to know what that crunch is beyond delicious, not so that I can replicate it but to just know how the science works like knowing how rainbows are light's spectrum doesn't pull any magic from them. read more

The staff were friendly and attentive. Something that is becoming extinct. The restaurant was clean and had a nice, vintage vibe. The waffle was one of the best I've had in L.A. Flavor was good. Texture was perfect. Whatever coffee brand they're using is tasty. I drink drip coffee, black, and it was the perfect accompaniment to the waffle. Their blueberry pie is yummy. I took a slice to go, and had it later on, at home, with ice cream. Wished I had bought two slices. I didn't try their chicken, but I'll be back for it. Parking lot available. read more

Dinah's Chicken - Best Waffle !!! - Chicken Shop Near Me - Glendale, California

One thing I like about places that's been around, is that you know they stood the test of time, especially when it comes to restaurants, and Dinah in Glendale have been serving up Southern Fried Chicken for almost 58yrs now. Everything was exceptional, outdoor picnic table's reminiscent of the south, to warm, cozy and clean barn style decor inside this establishment. Service was great, helpful, and fast. We came here with only one thing in mind, and that's the Chicken & Waffles with a side of season fries, coleslaw, mac&cheese, and wanted to see if this part of town knows how to serve it. Our plates came out hot, and the fluffy, and dense waffles paired with perfectly cooked fried chicken blew my expectations. The fired chicken itself was crispy and juicy, and goes really well with the coleslaw if that's your vibe, n then you add the mac&cheese with season crispy fries to complete the cravings. Affordable, and Delicious served with a side of Professional hospitality described an experience at Dinah's Chicken. read more

Dinah's Chicken - 2 Piece & Waffle, Coleslaw, Mac&Cheese, and Fries!!!! - Chicken Shop Near Me - Glendale, California

I haven't been here in years!! Why is that? I have no idea, but I need to come back more often. The chicken is great! Crispy and flavorful. I love they now have spicy chicken! The sides are great. Do get the pecan pie for dessert. It's good. There is plenty of parking. They offer indoor and food for take out. read more

Ambiance: it's a small restaurant both for dine-in and takeout orders, limited seating inside, the shared paneling lot gets packed easily and there's ample street parking nearby, Service: friendly and fast, the food was served shortly after placing the order Food: classic diner food menu, with emphasis on chicken meals 2 PIECE 'N' WAFFLE - *** 2 PIECES OF CHICKEN, 1 WAFFLE WITH MAPLE SYRUP, choices of one wing and one leg, the waffle was chewy and not crispy, the leg tasted fine, the wing was too dry, and spicy sauces available upon request Price: moderate portions and affordable prices, expect $20+ per person for a quick bite, discount for cash payment read more

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Dinah's is pure comfort on a plate. The fried chicken is incredibly crispy and juicy, and the waffles are perfectly chewy/fluffy. Every bite feels like a warm hug, and the friendly staff makes you feel right at home. I absolutely love this place and it's so worth it to dine inside. read more

Dinah's Chicken - Chicken Shop Near Me - Glendale, California

Dinah's Chicken has been a Glendale Staple for over 40 years. The chicken is delicious and the condiments are outstanding. The dine area is small and on weekends you will wait for a bit. Why? The Chicken is full of flavor and the traffic of people going in to pick up orders show it. The spicy chicken is my favorite! read more

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I love fried chicken and had never had time to try Dinah's in Glendale. I was in town the other week to visit family and finally had a chance to visit Dinah's Chicken. Dinah's has been in business for 59 years. What a great spot, as you walk up you are taken back in time, the decor, menu board and high-quality fried chicken. We were seated quickly even though the dining area is very small, they seem to turn the tables fairly quickly. The menu is simple but with plenty of options, my brother and I ordered the Chicken Dinner, which is served all day, it's a 3 piece of chicken, 2 sides, we chose the pineapple coleslaw and mashed potatoes and gravy. The pineapple coleslaw had a lot of flavors the pineapple gave it a nice refreshing taste, a must try. They also offer a chicken drumstick for one dollar, well worth it, it is nice sized. The chicken skin is nice and crispy, not sure how they fry the chicken, but I really appreciated the fact that the chicken was not greasy, the taste of the chicken was amazing. They have a variety of drink options and pies, I counted 8 different pies or so, some from memory are, Cherry, Banana Cream, Pecan, Chocolate Cream, Lemon, Meringue, Blueberry, they looked amazing, we did not have any space for a slice but next time we might prioritize a slice or two. You can also order food to go; I noticed that they have options under their family style menu from a 6 piece to a gigantic 36 piece (giant barrel O'Chicken) for 108.00 bucks. you can also order large 1/2 gallon to a full gallon of sides. If you enjoy gizzards and chicken liver, this is the place for you. One other point, the parking lot is very small, not kidding, plan ahead. read more

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Trying this restaurant since 1967 with their fried chicken specialty and loving it! I had: 1. Fried chicken combo 2. Pineapple coleslaw - must try item! This coleslaw is not the same with all the coleslaws you've eaten before 3. Corn on the cob 4. Mac and cheese 5. Fried liver and gizzard read more

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One of the most ICONIC FRIED CHICKEN SPOTS with the BEST Southern-style fried chicken in Los Angeles County is Dinah's Chicken in Glendale Four generations of the Pearson Family have served Dinah's original chicken recipe for 58 YEARS Their chicken are fresh, never frozen; where they are cut, hand bread, marinated and dropped in their special method Pressure Fryers everyday. Check out that golden brown color!! So juicy and crunchy! DON'T MISS OUT ON THEIR $1 DRUMSTICK SPECIAL!! From their family meals, individual plates and iconic takeout bucket of chicken, it will satisfy your cravings! Ashley had great customer service!! There is limited indoor and outdoor seating. Very cozy and nostalgic!! read more

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I would love to give 5 stars to this place as the food itself is really fantastic, but on 8/29 my family and I came here to celebrate my dad's death anniversary as this was one of his favorite restaurants and a special place we went to as kids, but unfortunately we were met with an extremely unpleasant, rude server. I didn't even get her name since she looked disgusted/annoyed to help us in the first place, all I know is she was an older Hispanic lady. To begin, the way she asked if we wanted drinks since we had none and when she couldn't hear our individual drink order she replied with "huh" "what" and a sweet side of attitude. I'm sorry? Oh excuse me? Could you repeat that? Would be accept responses. Her entire demeanor was completely unacceptable. Whether she's dealing with a personal issue I couldn't care less being someone who personally works in customer service and being an owner myself. I immediately asked for another server because there is no reason to treat people you don't know and who haven't given you a reason to be disrespectful, with the basic level of courtesy. The three stars are for the younger 20 y/o's who took over our table and we were really kind. Definitely reciprocated the same decency and kindness we gave. Point is, however that woman is I hope she realizes to not treat strangers like crap. Again, great food, amazing pie. We just had some bad luck. read more

Had this delivered on Friday night and still thinking about it! Fried chicken - 4 1/2 stars. Absolutely delicious. Moist and tasty on the inside and crispy on the outside. Mac N Cheese - 4 1/2 stars. Served classic, I loved this!! Mashed potatoes - 4 stars. A classic preparation, solid and delicious! Baked Beans - 4 stars. On the sweeter side but rich in flavor and really good. I was highly impressed with how good this was and will definitely be getting this again. Well done Dinah's! read more

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I just had an awesome crispy chicken sandwich at Dinah's they were able to put coleslaw instead of lettuce and tomato-It was so- good! Plus try their pineapple tea they brew it in-house and it compliments it well- I've never tried it before! Thank you Dinah''s chickens you rock! read more

First time trying Dinah's and the fried chicken was amazing! Skin was crispy and meat was super juicy. We were all excited to try and eat that I forgot to take pictures lol! The restaurant is pretty small but has cute decors and looks cozy. It has take out orders and indoor dining. Friendly service and really good chicken. Ordered 4 drumsticks to go and the chicken was fresh hot and delicious . The coating was light and crispy and the chicken pieces were large and very tasty. There is a wait for the chicken but every order it is made fresh and not sitting around like other fast food places thats why we waited longer cause first we didn't call. The chicken was hot juicy, super crispy and delicious but not heavily battered unlike other places. They also have shrimp platter , coleslaw, potato salad and even home made pies. This is for walk ins only and not available online - 1$ drum sticks but you have to order 16$ worth of food to get the deal. Wait time: 15-20 mins wait coz we didn't call in first lol Price: a little expensive compared to Popeyes and KFC now Parking space: Somewhat difficult to find parking Service: Good service. Well worth a visit. I wish they have it in the Eastbay. Loved their chicken their gravy, mac and cheese and fries. Definitely worth to check it out. read more

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The food at Dinah's is always amazing. There's a reason that they have been a Glendale staple for all these years. The chicken is delicious, and any of the sides as well. You can't make a bad choice. The service is impeccable. And the cozy ambience makes for the perfect setting to enjoy comfort food. Whenever I'm in the Glendale area during lunch, Dinah's is my go to spot! read more

Dinah's Chicken - Dinah's spicy fried chicken mashed potatoes + $1 dollar drumstick on the lunch special. - Chicken Shop Near Me - Glendale, California

Est. 1967- It's been 5 years since my last visit to Dinah's. I came during the Covid shutdowns, so I wasn't able to eat inside, everything was to-go. this time, I dined-in. The service was very friendly and helpful. I ordered the 2 piece with a Breast and a Wing, Mashed Potatoes, and a side of Mac & Cheese. The chicken is juicy and tender, with a really nice season on the crispy batter. Dipping it in the gravy from the mash is the way to go. I asked for additional gravy and that didn't charge me for it. Also, I wanted to see if the Potato Salad was as good as I remembered and it is! They gave me some to try and again, no charge. Very nice! The inside has a very homey feel to it. It's cozy, inviting and relaxing. The food, the service and the vibe, make's Dinah's a great place to visit. The food here is always good to go, but if you have the time, enjoy a meal inside and relax. read more

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Haven't been to Dinah's in so many years and I recently re-visited and the chicken was amazing! Perfectly golden and crispy and so juicy even the breast was juicy ,I ordered a double side of pineapple coleslaw because I remember that was the side to get back in the day and it was still pretty great although the sides of mashed potatoes that kept passing by my table looked dreamy. They looked so Perfectly delicious, I'll have to try them next time. We did dine-in which are individual plates from their all day lunch/all day dinner menu and they have a great deal for dine-in, you can add for $1 a chicken leg to your lunch and add up to two (2) legs to your dinner order for $1each leg. They have a separate take out menu for buckets of chicken and family meals. Oh and they have fried fish and shrimp too not just chicken and pies for dessert. read more

Whenever we're craving fried chicken and find ourselves in the Glendale area, this is our go-to spot. The chicken is always spot on super crunchy skin with juicy, tender meat inside. I also love their cranberry stuffing; it's delicious and reminds me of Thanksgiving. Their coleslaw is another favorite. The pineapple pieces make it refreshing and a little different from the usual. I also really enjoy their waffles and will sometimes order them with the chicken instead of the traditional sides. My go-to drink is the pineapple iced tea, which is refreshing and not overly sweet. Recently, I tried their coconut cream pie for dessert and it was amazing--probably the best I've had. The coconut custard is so flavorful and creamy. Customer service has always been consistently good here. I've never had a bad experience, which is why we keep coming back. read more

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Stopped by Dinah's completely by accident after running an errand in nearby Los Feliz. The inside of the restaurant is pretty small, but the kitchen is not messing around and my food came out within 5 minutes. Here's thing tho - maybe I got lucky because of the dinner rush that the kitchen is cranking out a ton of food, but my chicken was hot and delicious!! I liked how the lunch size plate is any side of your choosing, so I decided on macaroni salad and it was pretty good! Chicken was meaty, well-seasoned, and crisp! Absolutely worth your time to stop in and give this place a try! read more

Dinah's Chicken - Chicken lunch (2 pieces) - Chicken Shop Near Me - Glendale, California

Great fried chicken and waffles for breakfast. Classic diner vibes, good, courteous service. Large, fluffy, crispy Belgian waffles the size of your face. Wide variety of sides. read more

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Friendly Cashier greets you from the moment you step inside. And the ambience feels like a film set, very fun decor. You just have to visit for yourself, words don't do it justice. Box of Chicken was very flavorful with the tangy, vingery greenbeans (perfectly balances the herbed, spiced fried chicken) and mash potatoes. Wishing the size of the sides were bigger because it was THAT good! But the pillowy soft, delicious roll with honey were included. Plus, there are PIES! Dine inside this adorable restaurant (outside tables and benches are available). Family Businesses are special and must be supported. read more

Dinah's Chicken - Box of Chicken, spicy with greenbeans and mashed potatoes. - Chicken Shop Near Me - Glendale, California

One of the best fried chicken I've had. I saw they have spicy chicken so I had to try it. Juicy and crispy chicken. Great waffles. Moist and buttery. My son loves the Mac and cheese. I e been meaning to come here. Glad I did. Parking could be a little tricky. I had to park on the street. read more

Dinah's Chicken - Chicken Shop Near Me - Glendale, California

Dinah's chicken is my favorite spot to pick up a quick bucket of delicious fried chicken, when the craving hits. They're located in a small shopping center on San Fernando Rd. Adjacent to Vons, and across the street from CA. mattress Stores. You can't miss it, look for the giant bucket of chicken. It's been there for 50 years. Their chicken is crispy, and golden brown on the outside, and very juicy on the inside. They have a special way of frying the chicken that they don't use any read more

Dinah's Chicken - Tub O' Chicken all white meat. - Chicken Shop Near Me - Glendale, California

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The food was delicious. Juicy chicken and well seasoned. The waffle and the syrup are basic but it goes well with the chicken. Their staff were very friendly and the service was pretty quick. The inside is cozy and comfortable. First time at this place and will be back to try something different. read more

Dinah's Chicken - 2 Piece & Waffle - Chicken Shop Near Me - Glendale, California

Dinah's continues to be my favorite Friend Chicken Establishment for over 30 years. My son is 37 going on 38, and I think he first sampled their satisfying wings and winning side dishes at age three. Even my late mother, who only ate "healthy" fats at age 81, indulged in the fountain of youth that Dinah's provided along with the shared enjoyment which a good meal shared encapsulates. Pineapple coleslaw is a winner! Mashed potatoes & gravy is always solid, but ever since the owner suggested stuffing with cranberry sauce, my Dinah's 2 piece meal (Three wings are granted) feels and tastes like Thanks Giving anytime of the year. Now I'm craving these delicacies, but (darn) it's too late, and Dinah's is closed. I'll just have to look forward to tomorrow while Thanking God for Dinah's tonight! ^^ read more

This place had been on my radar for ages and I am super glad I finally got to try it. I ordered chicken and waffles, a two piece lunch, and a side of gizzards and livers. The chicken was delicious and perfectly fried. It tasted like if someone's grandma was in the back cooking. The mac and cheese was way better than I expected. The restaurant has an old school diner vibe and the servers were very friendly. They also have jars or delicious apple butter on each table to pair with your food. I can't wait to go back and try the Spicy chicken. If you're on the fence about coming here this is your sign to go!! read more

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Last time my mom had Dinah's chicken was in the 80s, so when we were in the neighborhood today, we decided to stop in. Parking lot is small, but we were able to find a spot. Restaurant is also small but they were able to accommodate the two of us with my stroller for the baby. I ordered chicken and waffles with one regular piece of chicken and one spicy... the flavor on the spicy piece was delicious and both pieces were so juicy! Mom says it's as tasty as she last remembered. All the sides were good -- we tried macaroni salad, mac and cheese, and the mashed potatoes. Our waitress was kind, but the rest of the staff could maybe be a bit friendlier which is the reason for star deduction. Overall, the experience was fine and I would definitely return. read more

We Hadn't been here since early 90's when we lived near by in Los Feliz. All I remember from that visit was I was disgusted to find pineapple in their Cole Slaw, I was a NY snob when it came to deli salads, proud that I've grown in my openness to variety, fast forward to today, armed with the knowledge of the pineapple, we gave it a try. A bucket with two sides, the other being mashed potatoes. The place is smaller than I remember, it's also clean. The person that waited on us was friendly. We ordered for pick up, so little interaction actually transpired. The Chicken was very good, the sizes of the peices were quite substantial as was the price a bit over $56 with door dash. I always think of them when in the area, they somehow had a nice product placement in the Movie Little Miss Sunshine, which was set in New Mexico, so someone in production was fond of them back then and they were right to be that way. read more

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Never again! I regret trying this place: the fried chicken had good crunch and moisture however it had no seasoning whatsoever so ever. Mash potatoes are soupy with no flavor. The coleslaw was just ok. If you want good fried chicken and it's the only place open, order pizza. read more

Had a perfect lunch at this lovely spot. Got sat right away and the service was excellent! I had the 3 piece chicken dinner with Mac and baked beans. The chicken skin was crispy and the meat incredibly tender and juicy. Sides were phenomenal. I also got to try the mashed potatoes with gravy and their stuffing. So good! Finished it with a slice of warmed up cherry pie a la mode. Incredible work. Can't wait to come back and do it again. read more

Dinah's Chicken - 3 pieces with Mac and cheese, baked beans, Box O' Livers & Gizzards - Chicken Shop Near Me - Glendale, California

My daughter brought me Dinah's Chicken today; I was soooo excited because we've eaten their chicken and potato salad for years, but due to moving from the Sepulveda address area in Westchester, it's been a long time since having it! The location this chicken and potato salad came from was in Glendale, Ca. Unfortunately the potato salad was terrible and so was the chicken!!! It was nowhere near the culinary taste of Dinah's Westchester, which is now located in Culver City. It's unfortunate that it's under new ownership, but basically doing business under the same name! Dinah's Comfort Kitchen in Culver City Dinah's Kitchen in Glendale read more

The chicken is the best--that almost goes without saying. What really stood out to me, though, were the sides, especially the stuffing. It was incredibly flavorful and moist, with a homemade comfort-food taste. Too often the sides are an afterthought, but not at Dinah's. Everything was fresh, delicious, and complemented the chicken perfectly. If you haven't tried the stuffing, you're missing out. I'll definitely be back! read more

The chicken was moist. Mac n cheese was good. Stuffing was good, thankfully with cranberry sauce on the side. Rolls were soft and fluffy. Fruit salad had thick cream, not watery. The staff was nice and helpful. I ordered to go and it was quick! Also, I used Groupon and got a deal. The only thing I could recommend would be maybe bake the Mac and stuffing to get those bits off crunchiness. Definitely recommend giving them a try. read more

The best fried chicken and waffle I've ever had! Good food, good environment, and good service!! read more

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Nice place for a feel of Americana. Good food, nice service and good prices. Fried battered fish w/ tartar ,mash & gravy, pineapple coleslaw and a roll. read more

Dinah's Chicken - Chicken Shop Near Me - Glendale, California

I am reviewing for delivery. The delivery was good. But one of the items was replaced without any acknowledgement I ordered a pineapple ice tea and received a regular ice tea. The fried chicken is alright. The sides imo is where they really shine. They are tasty but small in portion. I would visit the restaurant for the sides and to try the pineapple ice tea in the future. The chicken was good but I would not consider it the best fried chicken around. Honestly, is worth a try maybe the taste is better when you eat in. Things to get a bit soggy in delivery sometimes. read more