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Proposition Chicken

3.9 (217 reviews)
Open • 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Fried Chicken Entree and Fried Chicken Sandwich
Allena C.

We were looking for a spot for a quick dinner, our friend suggested we try Proposition Chicken. We've never been to any of their locations, so this would be a new experience. The interiors felt like a chain, but a little bit better in ambience. Though the lighting was a bit too dim to see what you're eating. You can choose from a: sandwich, salad, or entree then pick the type of chicken you'd like: fried, flipped, or fake. OUR PICKS: FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH ~ you get a roll, and cole slaw inside your sandwich and chips on the side. Something about the taste of this chicken didn't taste like it was homemade. It's like you know it's fast food or a chain restaurant. We didn't like all that slaw in the sandwich. You could barely taste the chicken because of it. It covered up the main star which was supposed to be the chicken. Though it gave it some moisture since the chicken was kind of dry. 3/5 FLIPPED SALAD ~ sliced rotisserie chicken in a salad. I asked for dressing on the side. The chicken was quite dry. It's breast meat. Not my favorite part of the chicken. I guess I should have gotten fried chicken instead but I wanted something that wasn't fried. Not a fan of the kale. I think it would have been better to have baby kale. And the romaine lettuce was barely there. 3/5 FRIED CHICKEN ENTREE ~ the fried chicken pieces were small. We got a thigh, breast, and drum. The batter was somewhat crispy but thin. The dark meat chicken was better than white meat. The sage chips were good, but the buttermilk biscuit was extremely dry! You can choke if you don't drink something with it. 3/5 I guess our experience wasn't too good. Most things were edible, just wasn't amazingly good or something we'd crave or come back for.

Arnold Palmer
Bruce W.

Tried this out as it's near my wife's work, The food is tasty, staff is friendly and the location is clean and spacious. We recently went back and also tried the fried chicken and breakfast sandwiches and so far everything has been really good. I heard they have another location in west portal so hopefully that's just as good! The Hababero hot sauce is nice, sweet and tangy and not too spicy!

Anna C.

Decided to come back to try their chicken wings. Unfortunately buffalo wings, nothing special but their fried chicken sandwich (star of the show) made up for it. Also the chips on the side was delicious and of course their potato wedges. Medium busy on a weekday after work, wish I knew they had a happy hour before 5 pm, I would've wanted to order a drink or more appetizers .

Fried Chicken Sandwich
Nihar P.

Proposition Chicken is a great place to stop for a casual meal. The food is made fresh and is genuinely delicious. Buffalo Wings (6.5/10): The buffalo sauce has a great tang and spice to it. I just wish the wings were crispier, as they honestly had almost no crisp at all. For a fried chicken spot, I expect more crunch. Fried Chicken Entrée (7.5/10): The fried chicken itself is very good: crispy, juicy, and made up of thick, satisfying pieces. Definitely top-tier fried chicken for the city. The sauce and side salad felt unnecessary and didn't add much to the meal. The biscuit leaned more cake-like since it was extremely sweet and not very buttery. Fried Chicken Sandwich (7/10): This felt like an upgraded version of Burger King's chicken sandwich, meant in the best way. The chicken portion is thick, and the sandwich is very simple, with just slaw. It was messy to eat but still a tasty, straightforward chicken sandwich. Overall, I'd recommend Proposition Chicken to anyone in the area. It's on the pricier side, and I wouldn't go out of my way for it, but if I'm nearby and need to satisfy a fried chicken craving, I'd gladly stop by.

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Good food it was very tasty and I like it very very much. The service was excellent and they were nice. The atmosphere was clean and friendly.

My Fried Chicken Entre
Stephanie C.

I love coming here for my late lunch. Service is quick and staff is always helpful. Today having tofu for my meal along with the lemonade. Ambiance is clean but there was a table that looked clean but it was hard to see the table was dirty. Found another table to have my lunch.

Flipped chicken
Serena L.

Got this togo and didn't get the chance to eat it until 30 minutes to 1 hour later, so I assume it wasn't at its best. The bread sorta had a stale texture, but I won't blame them for that since I let it sit. The chicken had okay flavor and was accompanied by sauce and coleslaw. The potato wedges were still pretty good

Chicken Strips
Anh T.

I stopped by Proposition Chicken on a Tuesday afternoon since I was in the area, and there were many people there enjoying a mid-day meal or snack. I was there for their Happy Hour, and so I tried their chicken strips. My order was ready within 5 minutes. While I got the strips to-go, my order was still perfectly crispy! The chicken was tender on the inside and freshly made. The breading had great texture and seasoning, and it was good with the dipping sauce. $7 for the chicken strip portion was worth it! The staff was friendly, and the atmosphere was casual and gave a modern vibe.

Mack C.

Not Your Average Chicken Spot - Fried, Flipped & Fake Done Right! (3/5) Proposition Chicken isn't your typical fast-food chicken joint -- it's a cool, fast-casual spot with a creative twist. Their whole concept is "chicken three ways": Fried (crispy & classic) Flipped (slow-roasted & juicy) Fake (crispy BBQ tofu for the plant-based crew) You can choose your style -- sandwich, salad, or entrée -- and they even serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, which is a nice touch. I went with the fried chicken sandwich, which was decent but not amazing. Then I tried one piece of fried chicken by itself, and that actually hit better -- crispy, seasoned perfectly, and way more flavorful. I'd go that route next time! The onion rings were (super crispy and different from your usual kind), and the house potato chips were a solid win. The bone broth surprised me -- warm, rich, and packed with herbs and real flavor. You can tell they take the time to do it right. The spot has a modern, quick-service vibe -- clean, upbeat, and pretty busy while we ate, but service stayed efficient. Big bonus: free parking in the back (a rare Bay Area perk) and they serve beer and wine . Tip: They've only got one restroom, and it could use some extra attention. It's a single-toilet setup that doesn't always stay clean during rush hours. A stand urinal would be a smart upgrade -- it'd definitely help keep things tidier and the floor dry. Overall, I'd give 3 solid stars -- not mind-blowing, but worth checking out if you're in Oakland or San Francisco. Something different, with healthier takes on chicken done right.

Honey Mustard Wings
Lily Z.

I ordered the Honey Mustard Wings -- 8.5/10. Each wing was evenly coated with sauce and had the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. The Chicken Tenders were a solid 9/10 -- super crunchy, juicy, and absolutely delightful. I also have to mention the Habanero Sauce, not too spicy, but it had this nice tingling sensation on my tongue that made it addicting. Overall, such a satisfying meal with great flavors and crispy textures. Will definitely be back!

Fried Chicken Salad
Shan C.

Clean, quality, and good food! I tried the fried chicken salad and Arnold Palmer drink. The fried chicken is really crispy. It has the same texture as katsu. My favorite sauce for it was the habanero sauce. The salad was good, and the ingredients actually tasted real. Did not get the stale Sysco salad vibe, lol. The salad was filling too. I felt full but not gross after. I really like the way the restaurant is run, very efficient. Everyone there is helpful and pretty cheerful.

Garlic Thyme Potato Wedges
Robert T.

I had a craving for fried chicken so I decided to go to Proposition Chicken. I ordered the Fried Chicken entree that included a sweet buttermilk biscuit, tomato cucumber salad and added an order of potato wedges and extra sauces on the side. The food items were prepared very nicely with clean organized presentation. All items tasted delicious! The fried chicken pieces were warm, had a nice crunch on the outside as I bit into the fried skin, and tasted like it was freshly made. I loved and enjoyed the sweet buttermilk biscuit. The sweetness level was perfect and it had a soft texture on the inside as I was eating the biscuit. The staff members had great communication and were able to take care of all customers with efficiency as customers came in to pick up their orders and others to dine in. Each staff member had a role and all roles executed well to make sure everything was running smoothly to take care of customers and to make sure food was ready in a timely manner. The staff members were very nice and made it a great experience to eat in their beautiful restaurant. The food tasted great, service was excellent, and I would definitely come back for more goodies from Proposition Chicken.

Tom L.

Just was in the area and found this place close by. Service was very friendly and helpful for being my first time there. Wanted to try the chicken sandwich and it was a good choice. I also had potato wedges, which were good. They had some places to sit inside the restaurant but was pretty busy during lunchtime so I took It to go. Would definitely try it again if I was in the area and would recommend to anyone.

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1 year ago

Ordered flip chicken salad and the chicken felt stale, dry and over cooked. Not a good experience at all

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11 months ago

First time visiting , outstanding . Friendly staff, chicken entree I had was very good. I recommend this new establishment.

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11 months ago

As a Gluten sufferer this is a huge find. I love fried chicken, this is the best GF fried chicken ever!!!

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Staff were very helpful & reassuring to a questioning person in our group & the sandwiches were fabulous !

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1 year ago

Love prop chicken! Food is always fresh and their flipped sandwiches and potato wedges are my favorite

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Fried chicken in the best way. Amazing gluten free fried chicken sandwich. Good service and nice people.

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Ask the Community - Proposition Chicken

Are your gluten free items fried in a dedicated gluten-free fryer?

Yes, all gluten-free items are fried in a dedicated gluten-free fryer.

Does you fried chicken contain any egg?

Hi Heny. No- our regular fried chicken itself does not contain egg. Our gluten-free fried chicken does contain egg.… Read more

Are there gluten free options?

Absolutely, Joseph! We pride ourselves on our gluten free offerings. We have delicious gluten free fried chicken. Our flipped (rotisserie) chicken is gluten free, and our fake (tofu) can be made gf as well. We also have wonderful provisions… Read more

Does your fried chicken have any dairy in it? What about the chicken tenders?

Hi Emily. Thanks for reaching out. No, our fried chicken and chicken strips do not contain dairy.… Read more

Do you use peanut oil to fry chicken?

Hi Jack. Thanks for reaching out. No- we do not fry our chicken in peanut oil.

What part of the chicken is used on the sandwich? Thigh or breast? Does one have a choice?

Hi Joyce! Thank you for your question. Our sandwiches are made with breast meat only. We look… Read more

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