If you're anywhere near The Chicken Shop, do yourself a favor and stop in -- this place is…read moresomething special. First off, the people. I genuinely don't think it's possible to find a friendlier, more welcoming staff. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with real smiles, real gratitude, and a level of care that's honestly rare these days. You can tell they take pride not just in their food, but in every single customer experience. Now here's what really sealed the deal for me. Not too long ago, I placed a to-go order for their half chicken with sides, but when I got home, it turned out to be one of their chicken wraps instead. And to be completely honest -- not even mad. Everything on their menu is so good that it was more of a surprise than a disappointment. Next time I came in, I casually mentioned it to Fred (the owner) while placing my order -- no complaints, no frustration, just a quick heads up. He immediately apologized, which honestly wasn't even necessary. Stuff happens, and when the food is that consistently good, it's hard to care. But here's the part that really speaks volumes: when I went to pay, Fred wouldn't let me. Insisted the meal was on the house. No hesitation. No questions. Just genuine ownership and appreciation. That kind of integrity and customer care is hard to come by. At the end of the day, this is a 5-star establishment with 10-star people behind it. The food is consistently incredible, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the experience is one you'll want to come back to again and again. I'll absolutely be returning -- not just because I know the food will hit every time, but because I know the experience will exceed expectations every single visit.

Ordered the OG Wrap and it was immensely dry. I sad I paid $16 for an underwhelming wrap because it…read morebarely had any toum and it also had no pickles inside. So ..... I was just eating fries and dry chicken. Don't know if I'd come here again. Service was whatever.

Their chicken never disappoint. Aside from that, the staff are nice and good looking !read more

Stopped by here on a random Friday night. There's parking in the structure across the street but…read morealso some spots in front of the restaurant. It wasn't very busy so we were able to place our orders and get seated quickly. The food didn't take too long to come out. They provide utensils, plates for sharing, and water cups. You have to ask for ice at the counter though. Everything was pretty good though I would skip on the mozzarella sticks next time. I thought they would be the Korean version but they were the kind you can buy frozen at Ralph's.

Chicken King is located inside the 76 fuel up gas station. It used to be Krispy Krunchy chicken…read more Located Right off the 60 fwy on Main Street exit. Menu is nice and bright with golden chicken staring at you through the window. Make it a combo or a family meal. Buckets or pieces, tenders or wedges whatever you fancy don't forget that biscuit! A few parking spots available right next to the car wash entrance. Great service! Card or tap to pay available. A nice pit stop to get you on your way with a happy tummy.

I was excited to try this but was very underwhelmed. It cost me $7 and some change for two pieces…read moreof chicken and one biscuit. The chicken was decent but so incredibly salty I couldn't finish it. The biscuit was nothing to write home about. I will not be returning.

I got Combo 1 ( 2 sandwiches & fries) & a small Mac n cheese…read more I forgot to take a picture of the food but it was really good the service was great he was really nice & respectful.

I doordashed so I'm not sure what the inside looks like but it was packaged and given to me nicely…read more I got the sandwhich and the chicken tender and fries combo then a side of Mac and cheese. I will say skip on the Mac and cheese for $4.99... it literally tasted like a box of Krafts Mac and cheese with pepper. It was not good and I won't be getting that again. I was surprised to see the chicken tender had a piece of toast under it so that was good. The combo had a lot of food actually and the portion was very good. The chicken is very juicy and crispy and had a lot of flavor, the pickles are a good touch and their sauce is actually really addicting. Their signature sauce tasted like a little upgrade to raising canes sauce, with a little kick to it. I did get mild for the chicken and it was kinda spicy already. I think the medium would've been the perfect amount of heat. My favorite is the chicken sandwich tho, the bun and the slaw and pickles all balances really well with the flavored chicken. The crinkle fries were also nice and crispy and lightly seasoned, not too salty. Next time I would get the medium spice level chicken sandwhich and fries with extra sauce and extra pickles. The service was good, I asked for extra pickles and sauce and I didn't know it was extra but they said for this one time they would give it for me. When I tell you the sauce is worth it, it's worth the extra $. I'm just disappointed in the Mac and cheese, they need to change that. Overall I'd go again!

I placed my order through the app and my food was ready when I got there. I was greeted…read moreimmediately upon entering the restaurant. Food was delicious although the Cole slaw could be better.

Walk in the line was not long just waited 7 minutes. Just came in before their busy time since it…read morewas only 5:15 pm. Was greeted by cashier he was friendly and polite. I ordered combo box came with 4 chicken fingers fires, toast bread, slaw, and canes sauce along with lemonade seem like they changed you .30 cent to upgrade your soda. With tax it was $14.89. The location is very clean and well maintained. The vibe was nice for dine in however was on go so i did take out. They had food ready in 9 minutes. The food was ok fries were more salty compared to other place. Chicken fingers were super bland taste has no spicy. The cane sauce is not enough to give you flavor. You may need two of you want flavor or taste.

The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and insanely juicy on the inside. The spice level…read morewas no joke either -- it had that perfect kick that builds with every bite without completely overpowering the flavor. You can tell they really know how to balance heat and taste. The sides were just as good -- fresh, flavorful, and not an afterthought like at a lot of places. The fries were crispy and seasoned just right, and the dipping sauces took everything to another level. On top of that, the service was fast and friendly, and the vibe of the place made it even better. Definitely the kind of spot you'll keep coming back to if you love bold, spicy food. Highly recommend if you're craving something with real flavor and heat

As soon as I walked in 10/10 costumer service, cashier and employees! Great food and ambiance!read more

I'm glad they expanded locations but I don't recall it being this pricey:…read more $10.90 9 nuggets $8.30 chicken sandwich $33.70 8 pc family meal w 2 sides $48.40 12 pc family meal w 3 sides $69.90 20 pc family meal w 4 sides $20.70 8 pc chicken only $27.60 12 pc chicken only $41.00 20 pc chicken only They said it would be a 12 min wait but it ended up being 30. On the plus side, the chicken was piping hot and crispy! The seasoning & perfectly fried chicken was worth the wait. Crunchy yuca fries & fluffy seasoned Campero rice were the sides I picked. The beans are really good here too. $13 Pollo Campero Christmas plush. I was on the fence because I do love their chain! No issues with staff or cleanliness of the restaurant. There were a handful of fruit flies which were annoying. I didn't see any trash receptacles which was odd but probably related to if you choose to eat in, everything comes on actual plates + they don't want to risk those getting tossed.

Place was really dirty , went in at 8:15 Chairs were stocked…read moreup already, water and a mop on the floor already Some dirty dishes at the drink station. Wanted to try roasted chicken and they were out of it. I ordered 4 piece meal (breast,leg,tight,wing) what I got was 2 legs and 2 tights . Flavor was kinda bland, rice and beans, very bland. The mango drink is really good though. We will not be eating from this place again. Thank you!

The food tasted great. Reminds me of home. The service was exceptional thanks to the Michelle and…read morestaff. She made the experience memorable and went above and beyond. I really hope she becomes a leader within the establishment. You can train employees how to do the job. But you can't train the passion. Thank you staff and special shoutout to Michelle! Keep climbing up!

Order took over 30 mins cooks did not prioritize customers waiting. There was no mention of a wait…read moretime. I was not even offered free food after waiting 35 mins and missing my lunch. I left hungry after waiting 35 mins and I am diabetic. I asked for a refund, left quietly and ONE OF THE COOKS WITH SHORT HAIR STARTED HECKLING ME ON THE WAY OUT which is what prompted me to write this review

Extremely good experience! My partner and I wandered into The Red Bird in Lake Forest last…read moreweekend, and we were blown away! We were Red-Bird first-timers, and the manager, Jay, spent time meticulously walking us through the menu. Jay's descriptions were on point, and the food was absolutely delicious! When I commented on how good the food was to Jay, the way he responded made me think maybe he was the owner. It's so special to have that kind of service (accompanied by such savory flavors). This was a real treat at an affordable price. We hope Jay and his store are recognized for the pride they take in what they do. If this was the show "Undercover Boss," I would definitely put Jay on a track toward ownership.

Red Bird Hot Chicken & Fries follow @jo.bellyy for more…read morerecs! I found a DAVES DUPE and dare I say the deals are even BETTER (plus they're halal!). Literally where else can you find a spot that gives you TWO HUGE chicken sliders AND fries for $14??? Not to mention they have a great variety of spice levels and other dishes to suit your own preferences. What I Got: Two Sandwiches w/ Fries Chicken Cheese Fries Red Bird Hot Chicken & Fries 27412 Portola Pkwy, Lake Forest, CA 92610

Hands down the best chicken spot in the IE. Absolute fire. As soon as you walk in, the smell of the…read morefood cooking and the chill ambiance lets you know you're in for a life changing experience. And the best part? It's all Halal! To whoever runs this fine establishment, God bless you and your lineage. Also shout out to Jesus and Kat for the amazing service and for always holding down the fort and making this place as amazing as it is. No matter how busy it gets, they're always quick, attentive, and ensure the food comes out delicious. Thank you guys! So... What are you waiting for? Just go and enjoy. #FryNowOrCryLater

One of the best fried chickens in the area. They are better than Dave's and Al's. Holdaak brings…read morethe heat and the prices are not bad. The chicken is always tasty and also their smash burgers are good! We've always had good service here. I'm only negative is that the sauce is really good but they charge a lot for the sauces. Seoul spicy chicken is