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    Main Chick Hot Chicken

    4.2 (751 reviews)
    Fri 10:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Sat 10:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Karl K.

    Pro: they use canola oil to fry. Con: the chicken strips were extremely greasy - definitely be forewarned, don't wear nice clothing here! Two orders was $34

    Luis M.

    Stopped by Main Chick Hot Chicken while on a food tour and ordered a chicken sandwich. The bun was a bit on the smaller side, but the chicken itself was a nice size. I went with the medium spice level, and it definitely delivered heat -- I could smell the chile before even taking a bite. The spice kind of dominated the flavor, though. I think it could've benefited from a sauce or maybe just a touch more salt to balance things out. Overall, it was okay. The shop itself is pretty small and not really a sit-down-and-eat type of place. That said, the service was on point and the staff was friendly and welcoming.

    Megan C.

    Came here yesterday to have lunch with my best friend and her boyfriend since they were visiting from up north and they wanted a chicken sandwich. Good luck on free parking. There is parking at ONE Colorado parking structure. The first 15 mins is free and then paid after that. This spot is quite small but cute. When we went, it wasn't very busy. We went on a Saturday around 12ish pm. I ordered: -Dark Meat Chicken Sandwich- Medium $6.99 -Season Crinkle Cut Fries $6.00 -Ube Cheesecake $6.99 The chicken sandwich was juicy and had nice heat level. I was kind of expecting Medium to be hotter in my opinion. The crinkle cut fries had a nice touch of seasoning & crunch to it. I really enjoyed the sauce it came with it. The Ube Cheesecake was probably by far my favorite out of everything. When I first took a bite of the Ube Cheesecake, I couldn't really taste the Ube right away but then the flavor came through slowly at the end, kind of lingered in the back of my mouth. This is a nice place to a get a quick bite if you're in the area.

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    Margaret R.

    YUM! Main Chick Hot Chicken is mouthwatering :3 ! Tried the Combo 1 that comes with a slider, tender, fries and 1 sauce. I would recommend getting two sauces though (additional fee may apply) [Spice Level~ Spicy] It did have a kick to it, but nothing unbearable, so if you like spicy chicken definitely get this level or even take it up a notch, which I'll do on my next visit LOL! I will note that the inside is quite small and only has 4 stools, that's it. So your chances of eating inside are slim, but there is an outdoor public seating area nearby which a few of the other business share. Overall, I would highly recommend coming here. Give it a shot, they are a growing business & I've seen them expand to other cities! *P.S. Try the Mac n' Cheese here! TO DIE FOR! It's the creamy white cheddar kind! ^~^

    Felicia K.

    First time trying and I was amazed. Their sandwiches are so good and I like that you can choose between dark and light meat. The combos are good value for money as well. Service was excellent. The cashier was helpful and kind. It's a very small area so there's not a lot of seating so it might be hard to eat inside during peak hours. Overall would come again if I were in the area.

    Terr M.

    There's nothing better than crispy fried chicken when you're craving for a simple, satisfying meal or snack! So happy to discover this hidden gem tucked away in a small spot along an alley in Old Town Pasadena. I got the non-spicy two-piece chicken with fries, bread, and their special MC sauce. The chicken was extra crispy, juicy, and perfectly marinated. You can tell it's freshly fried and not frozen. The fries were surprisingly addicting, -- crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Prices are very reasonable, and while the space is small, it's clean and well-ventilated. Such a solid spot for a quick and tasty bite!

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    Helen L.

    Dangerous how close this spot is to my work... Tried Main Chick Hot Chicken for the first time and it's so good. The chicken is perfectly crispy and juicy and the flavor's on point. I like how fresh the pickle is and it has a good crunch to it. I was surprised the sauce is packaged and not made in house but it's still good. It's a small shop with 4 or 5 bar seats to enjoy fresh there, other than that, it's good for togo / pick ups. Definitely recommend and will be back.

    Meghan W.

    Parking was a bit difficult if you want to be in front. Otherwise there is parking on the street as long as you pay during the week. This place is a simple, hip little place. Thera limited seating. Service was quick and friendly. We got the chicken sandwich and fries. The chicken sandwich was crunchy and juicy. The prices were a bit high.

    Taron R.

    First time here I ordered the two sandwich combo food is good but where's my slaw I hate when the food is good but you don't get the full experience

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    Inside dining? How many tables?

    yes, one long table with 4 seats

    Is this place halal?

    No.

    Hi what type of oil do you fry in?

    Hello, We fry our food with Canola Oil.… 

    What time does this place close?

    Hello, Our Pasadena Location operating hours are everyday from 11AM to 10PM.… 

    Which type of meat is being used for the chicken sandwich, white or dark?

    I believe you can choose on the menu options, you can through 3rd patty delivery apps. The standard sandwhich and strips seem to be white (based on past consumption.) if you keep scrolling down there's option for "dark meat" versions on the main… 

    Do they use MSG?

    Yes, they do. The breading has a sugar + MSG taste.

    Are you guys open today?

    Yes.

    I drove over 40 miles to this location just to see that they're not even open yet. It would be nice if they posted an opening date on Yelp or their website so ppl like myself don't make this unnecessary drive. Any dates?

    Completely understand your concerns! I was in OC and didn't want to drive up until it for sure opened. I even kept commenting on Instagram for a date lol. But happy to say they're finally open in Pasadena since this week!!

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