I enjoy the meals here. Very flavorful and delicious. Wings are the best combination with yard sauce and mango lime!!! The prices are exorbitant, but the quality of the meal makes them well worth it. Nothing compares to fast food wings. The two young girls that assisted me were extremely friendly and efficient in processing my request. Will return soon. read more

Yesterday found this Resturant right cross from So Cal Sport Boy what a large resturant lots of tables and outside sitting it's a great friendly plus clean and the bathrooms too I order a chicken tenders Excellent chicken tenders here Very fresh excellent flavor, and my order was hot and juicy and delicious too The photo is after I ate the fries and very good seasoned, and hot I had to wait for it to be able to eat some fries that how great the food I had was Now I'll go back read more

Roostr Yard - Pick up a snack 5/22/26 - Salad Near Me - Oceanside, California

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I went around 330pm Plenty of parking available. It kind of reminds me of el Pollo loco vibe, but somewhat healthier Plenty of seating inside I placed my order to go, so I placed my order then they called me when it was ready. Place was really clean. That have different sauces for you to choose from. I ordered some chicken fries of some sort and a chipotle chicken sandwich. Both were really tasty. I would order both items again. The sauces were ok. The garlic one was my favorite. It's not too expensive for the potions you get. read more

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5 stars for customer service! We came in a bit later in the evening to grab dinner after swim lessons. We arrived around 7ish to a full house and although they close at 8pm, they were still happy to serve us despite a 20-30 min wait prepping other orders, and they did not rush us to leave finishing our dinner. We ordered a platter, that came with coconut rice and garlic bread, elote mac and cheese, fried brussels and carrot cake! The chicken was delicious crispy, juicy and flavorful and was def the highlight of the meal along with carrot cake. The variety of sauces made something for everyone even though the chicken didn't even need sauce. The mild sauces were a hit for our fam. They offer soda water alongside regular water and fountain drinks which was highly appreciated, we are a bubbly fam! I love the idea of the coconut rice but also offering plain white rice would be a great option, as well as fresh steamed veggies or a side salad option. The elote mac and cheese didn't quite hit the spot for me but I would try the regular mac next time! The dining room had indoor and outdoor option, love the casual concrete dining style. They were super mindful of cleaning tables for new folks to sit down among the busy dining room. Plenty of parking in the lot but can see it getting full quickly as it seems to be a relavtively new plaza with more food biz still opening up. Would come back again for the chicken and try some of the other sides! read more

First time at RY. Great grill chicken with tasty sides. The chicken was juicy and tender. I love their sauces, especially the Mango Lime and the Red Peppers sauce if you want a little heat. Plenty of parking and seating. They also have outside dining. read more

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Finally made the drive out to Rancho del Oro to try out Roostr Yard. I had the Southwest Quinoa Bowl which comes with the Herb Lemon sauce by default. It was delicious and hearty. Definitely plenty of food. I also ordered the Brussel Sprout Croutons and I gotta say that they were exceptional. Pricing is a bit on the higher side but when you're getting fresh and delicious food, it's worth it. I'd like to go back and try one of their chicken meals. read more

Roostr Yard - Southwest quinoa bowl and Brussels sprout croutons - Salad Near Me - Oceanside, California

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When it comes to chicken, Oceanside has been lacking in a solid establishment dedicated to the art of poultry. Now we have Roostr Yard! Roostr Yard is Oceanside's premier restaurant that offers a safe haven for chicken lovers in the city. Even more, their preparation process is healthier than other chicken establishments. To be clear, Roostr Yard is NOT your typical trendy "hot chicken" establishment. Instead, their preparation involves a 24-hour brining process and then the chicken is grilled to perfection. This process leaves the inside tender & juicy, with the outside crispy & flavorful. Their location is centrally located off of Oceanside Blvd & they're across from the new Frontwave Arena. They have a spacious interior, with plenty of seating for families & groups and they also have covered patio seating outside. I also appreciate that they have mural artwork & decor that honors the landmarks of Oceanside. Although they have parking spaces up front, they share the lot with neighboring businesses, which can sometimes mean parking further down from them. I love their dark meat chicken cuts and also a side plate coconut curry lime rice, and I recommend their wraps, salads or sandwiches that come on a ciabatta. They also now offer protein bowls, which are perfect for my weightlifting goals. Overall, I truly feel that Roostr Yard is a breath of fresh air from the typical trendy chicken spots and I love that I now have an healthier option in them. read more

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Fast, efficient and timely. The coconut lime rice is a good sized portion. There were 3 of us and we probably would've been good with the one order that comes with the Whole Chicken Platter. Our eyes were bigger than our stomachs. From what I understand this is a fairly new restaurant. Wishing them much success as it would be nice to have one closer to our home. Still worth the 30 min drive to try it. Hopefully they'll later have one closer to UTC. Next visit may be a detour from an LA drive. Otherwise, if you're in the Camp Pendleton/North County area, it's worth checking out read more

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The chicken itself was incredibly well cooked. Some of the sauces were a little oily for my preference, my favorite was the mango lime. The coconut curry rice was a little sweeter than I expected but goes really well with some of the spicier sauces. We actually got the half chicken plate and it was more than enough for two people. It also came with rice and garlic bread. The staff was polite and we went around early dinner time, the seating is not huge but we were not there during a rush so there were a lot of options. They are in a fairly new shopping center and I had seen them a few times and finally decided to try it, definitely worth it! read more

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The flavors were dynamic and that is what gains the stars in this place. I loved the chicken sandwich with the mango dressing as it gave both a tangy and sweet taste to the chicken. The chicken was not dry as many places give sandwiches that are grilled and just a dry chicken breast. Overall the other dishes seemed flavorful as my co-workers got coconut chicken and rice and also a salad. The one thing I really wanted to try was the elote Mac n cheese and that was heavy. It was more thicker than I thought and the elote seasoning was there but I was left wanting a more lighter and not as thick cheese. We ordered to food as delivery and I will say that the food came hot and ready despite the travel. read more

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We took the team to Oceanside for a soccer tournament, and with a squad of ravenous players to feed, we hit the jackpot at the new shopping center near the Soccer Park, brimming with diverse dining options. After some debate, we chose Roostr Yard--because who doesn't love chicken? It was a golden find! The kids' menu Coconut Rice with shredded chicken was an absolute delight, bursting with flavors so sweet it felt like indulging in candy. They need to make this a full-sized adult dish! The chicken sandwich came on a perfectly proportioned bun, packed with juicy, expertly grilled chicken slices. And the Mango Chicken Salad? A vibrant throwback to a beloved salad from Los Angeles' Jack N Jill's, now sadly closed. My only gripe was the lack of Coke--stuck with Pepsi (not my favorite)! Still, Roostr Yard is a must-visit for chicken enthusiasts in Oceanside. Highly recommend! read more

Roostr Yard - Mango chicken salad, chicken sandwich and Sweet coconut rice w/ shredded Chicken. - Salad Near Me - Oceanside, California

I met my brother here for lunch on his recommendation, and wow--it was amazing. The chicken sandwich was easily one of the best I've ever had. It was incredibly juicy and tender, and their special sauce is just plain addictive. They have plenty of seating both inside and outside. We sat on the patio, which was perfect with the umbrellas providing great shade. The experience was excellent from the moment we walked in. We were warmly greeted, our order was taken right away, and the food was delivered to our table quickly. Kudos to the staff--the entire restaurant was spotless and well‑run. Roostr Yard is officially my new favorite spot for a chicken sandwich. Can't wait to come back! read more

We came here for dinner on a Saturday evening. There was plenty of parking at the Arroyo Verde Shopping Center (new area). We ordered the boneless place which has two chicken breast plate (no sauce since they marinate it in their own brine and I wanted to try other sauces and not just one) for $14.50, Yard fries (seasoned fries) $4, and a chicken sandwich $14.50. The boneless plate was a bit burnt and dry around the ended, yet it had pretty good flavor inside of it. I was able to try out their various sauces. A plate with two pieces of chicken for $14.50 didn't feel like it was worth it. The fries were flavorful yet served on a small plate. I tasted my husband's chicken sandwich and it was pretty good. Good flavor and the sandwich was evenly balanced, but $14.50 is a bit pricey for a sandwich. If we were to return, I think I would try the 1/4 chicken plate to see if the chicken thigh would be less dry or a salad. The place is a nice quick serve dining with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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I had their half chicken meal, and on my second visit had a delicious chicken pesto sandwich. The sandwich was very large and took me two days to finish! Their chicken is so fresh and the restaurant itself is a really nice and small location. There are plenty of tables and also plenty of parking. The service was fantastic, it's clear that they really want to build relationships with their customers. Their food is of quality.Whether you eat there or take it to go. I can't wait to come back again. This location is in a business type area but there is still plenty of space inside if you want to sit and enjoy your meal. read more

Roostr Yard is finally open!! They have everything chicken. Chicken plates, salads with chicken, sandwiches & wraps with chicken, sides and chicken platters. Their take to chicken is a fresh, healthy concept - so you won't find anything fried here! Their chicken is fresh and brined overnight, so any piece you have is super moist and juicy (yes, even the chicken breast - which we all know can sometimes be dry).. We tried: * Coconut curry lime rice. This is my favorite! It's made with sticky rice and so fresh! We heard they sold out on Day 2, and we can clearly see why. I could have it everyday! * Garlic bread is on ciabatta bread and delicious! The garlic is spot on. Subtle and just enough. * Fries are always a good option with kids * 1/2 chicken. Super moist and so fresh. It's good the way it is, but if you want the sauce to compliment it, you have a few options. The staff here is friendly and all smiles. They helped answer all of our questions, and are so personable. An area of opportunity for dining in, is with the sauces on the tables. The sauces are thick and the spout for the containers make it hard to pour out so it gets clogged. We could see everyone, ourselves included - constantly shaking the bottles to get the sauce out. The containers are suitable for oils. We shared this with one of the managers (i think who may have been one of the owners), and he was really open minded about looking into it - which is great! We also couldn't figure out what their hours are, so it'd be a great idea to post that outside the store and (of course) update your yelp profile to include that. Hours. 11AM - 9PM Everyday It's so lovely to see all these healthy options open up in O'side! We'll be back Roostr Yard!! Ps - LOVE that they're open til 9PM on Sundays, when most places around here tend to close much earlier. read more

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This place just opened up not too long ago and I wanted to try it out! I got the 1/4 chicken plate with the thigh/leg and coconut curry lime rice. The chicken was nice and moist. Oh, and I chose the mango lime sauce! Yum Not dry at all! It was tasty. If you want to try other sauces, they had them on the table! The coconut curry lime rice, though, was not what I hoped it would be. It was too mushy for my liking, so the manager gave me fries. ;-) I will definitely be back to try their other items! read more

Roostr Yard - Wall inside the restaurant - Salad Near Me - Oceanside, California

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We've tried a variety of entrees here but always go back to the 1/2 chicken (sauce on the side) & Asian Chicken salad (no sauce on the chicken) as a combo for two. We are light eaters so that's more than enough. If you are hungry then add their unique Mac& cheese, it's got a little spice to it. Please note that the menu photos prices have risen a bit. Asian chicken salad is $15 now; 1/2 chicken is $14.50. You can use Local/Toast to place a mobile order & review their menu. Service is friendly and food is serve fairly quickly but it's not fast food as it's freshly prepared. The restaurant is casual with booths & tables and a nice covered, fenced-in patio if you want to bring a four-legged pal. read more

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I've been wanting to try Roostr Yard for a while now, but I'm old and have a bad memory. I always seem to remember on Fridays when I order from Door Dash and of course I remember during Lent. Chicken on a Friday.... Out. Well I finally remembered this past Friday! I ordered the wings with the herb lemon sauce and some black bean hummus. The wings.... I mean what kind of wings are these? Turkey wings... because they are huge! Not that I'm complaining because really.... Who complains about getting too much food when you order? They were grilled and delicious! The sauce was a little strong and I know this sounds dumb to say, but a little TOO lemon'ish. Not complaining about that either because I know it's a matter of taste. The black bean hummus was also very lemon'ish but was really good! Nice texture and the little buttered bread tips was perfect! I think next time I will try the wings without sauce because the grilled flavor alone was really tasty. read more

Roostr Yard - Black bean hummus - Salad Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Shout out to the staff here! We went on a busy soccer weekend, first time visiting. It was super busy and the staff were working so hard and were super kind despite the constant activity. The woman working the register would clean tables if there was ever a lull in the crowd. This team is awesome and should be recognized. The food was tasty and fresh. I had a salad, the kids had sandwiches and everything was good! read more

I dream about this chicken at night. It is SO good. Definitely recommend. The sauces are incredible.

Yes, I would recommend Roostr Yard, a great healthy choice chicken salad and a chicken wrap with the kale. You must try the sauces. They really compliment food and meal overall. read more

Roostr Yard - The sauces - Salad Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Very good bowl and food. Service was quick and friendly. They were also not super busy when I went around 1pm. I ordered my bowl without and dressings or sauces and the woman who took my order was very polite and kind and accommodated my requests. Most importantly, the chicken breast in my bowl was beautifully seasoned, juicy, warm, and delicious. Overall, great lunch spot! read more

Roostr Yard - Double Kale Quinoa Bowl - Salad Near Me - Oceanside, California

This is the first time I ordered at this place. I ordered the salad with chicken. The salad is delicious! The staff is nice. The ambience is good, but gets busy and crowded. The parking can be difficult. Go before the meal rush. Next time, I will either sit in to eat at the restaurant or call before picking up my order. I'll have pictures next time. read more

First visit based up Yelp images inside, food options etc. Bottom line you want to support this retailer. My experience is based upon my Senior Management position in the foodservice, production/manufacturing of gourmet food and distribution. The food was insane! chicken cooked to perfection and the side sauces fantastic. Extensive healthy menu. Inside very clean great staff. I will be a weekly regular. Cheers read more

Stopped by looking for a good chicken shop, was definitely impressed. Inside is casual with lots of seating. The girl at the register was extremely helpful with what to order. The menu is small but so far we have been a couple times and enjoyed everything. read more

I really like this place but DO NOT come here on your lunch if youre limited on time. twice I have tried to eat lunch here and turned away. first time they didn't have staff, second they didn't have CHICKEN! A Chicken place doesn't have chicken! they couldnt have ran out, they just opened! management: hit me up if you need real leadership because this place is going to run itself into the dirt read more

The best roasted chicken! Tender and flavorful. I get the half chicken with delicious coconut rice. I order from door dash and never a problem. read more

I had a pretty decent lunch here! At $15 after tax for 1/4 chicken and a side of rice and drink, so a little pricier. Prices were also posted nowhere in the restaurant or online and the only menu photo I could find with prices was 4 months outdated and menu items were $2 less on that menu than I was actually charged so keep that in mind- the menu item that I ordered (1/4 chicken thigh and breast with rice and drink) was listed at 12.50 on a menu from June, I think I paid 14.50 before tax. Restaurant was fairly busy but there were a couple tables open. Service was friendly and fairly quick, food gets brought out to your table and all the sauces are on the table already. The food though- the chicken and sauces were absolutely heavenly. Like wow, some of the best chicken I've ever had. I wish I just got the chicken alone, because I wasn't a huge fan of the rice- it's a bit too sweet and I don't like the texture of the coconut flakes, almost makes it seem like a dessert. I didn't finish it. The chicken however I picked clean. I would definitely come back here for just the chicken. read more

Roostr Yard - 1/4 chicken - Salad Near Me - Oceanside, California

The story is that the owners made the perfect chicken and couldn't decide which sauce to serve it with, so they offer a variety of them. They absolutely did perfect the chicken breast by keeping it moist. I'm a bit underwhelmed by the rest of it though. The only sauce I kind of liked is the red pepper sauce. The other sauces were either too sweet or tangy for me. Good thing the chicken really doesn't need a sauce. The fries were okay, nothing special. The kale Caesar was also decently okay, but lackluster. Overall, a good spot if you really like chicken. read more

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This was our first time going to this place and we were pleasantly surprised. I got 1/2 chicken, which was perfectly cooked and moist. I also got the coconut-lime-curry-rice which was a nice side. We ate in and all the tables had various sauces to choose from that are set in order from mild to hot, five to choose from. I liked the garlic one best, but I didn't try the two hotter ones. Maybe next time I'll be a little more daring. The menu had lots of choices, so I'm looking forward to trying other items next time. read more

Came for Açaí and the smell of the chicken brought me in. Customer service was great. All the staff was super friendly and helpful. The food was delicious, juicy, and well worth it! ‍ Fun fact they have 5 sauces at every table and all of them tasted amazing. 10/10 recommend. read more

Roostr Yard - Sauces - Salad Near Me - Oceanside, California

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I honestly can't say enough good things about this place. The food is consistently great and genuinely feels like it's made with love and care every single time -- and the best part is you don't have to spend a ton to eat really well here. I pretty much always have to get the loaded fries because one, they're fantastic! And two, they're only $8!! Their fries are a hit on their own, but once you add that cheese sauce and shredded chicken breast on top, it's basically a full meal for the price of a side. I've also had one of their quinoa bowls, a salad, and a sandwich... all outstanding. I've never had a single weird piece of meat in anything I've ordered, which is honestly pretty incredible for a chicken place. Everything tastes fresh and solid every time. They have six different dipping sauces and I've tried all of them, but I've realized I rarely even use them because the food already comes with enough sauce and flavor on it. I live down the street so I've only ever ordered to go, but the staff has always been kind and friendly, and the wait time is basically nonexistent. They also have a selection of beers if you do decide to dine in (or maybe grab one for the road). Like I said, I really can't hype Roostr Yard enough -- hence all the gushing praise. The consistency alone makes me choose this place over Chipotle every single time, especially when I want something that's both satisfying and affordable. Keep up the great work! read more

I decided to stop and grab a healthy lunch and chose Roostr Yard since it was close and convenient. I couldn't be more unhappy at the price and disappointed in the quality of the Kale Salad!!! This is a $18.50 salad, and is nothing special, at all. For this price I was expecting a larger salad with more. It's bed of tough, stale kale and that is mostly what you're buying! As you can see from the photos; total of three cherry tomatoes sliced in half, three awful deep fried things/supposedly Brussels sprouts that taste like old frying oil, and a small portion of partially dry chopped chicken pieces. I had to use all of the side of garlic ranch dressing to be able to eat this. I couldn't even finish it!!! As you can see, the avocado wasn't the best either. The man behind the counter who took my order was kind enough, but then when I was waiting for my order (to go) their kitchen had a really loud timer noise that was like a fire alarm going off. I can't recommend this place to anyone, and I will not be returning. I wish I had looked in the sack before I got home because I would have asked for my money back. Completely unsatisfactory! read more

Roostr Yard - Kale Salad - Salad Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Shout out to Kay, his service was probably the best I've ever had in a restaurant. You can tell he really cares about the customers and is authentic about providing the best service. The food was also awesome, the rice, while a bit pricey, is definitely worth it. So delicious! The chicken and sauces were excellent. My son also enjoyed everything which was a huge plus. Can't recommend enough! read more

The location is good. Across from Front Wave Arena and the soccer fields. The service is good. They kindly take your order, deliver it and check on you. The food is DELICIOUS. We ordered quarter chicken, breast and wing. It's not fried chicken. It's grilled and the skin is crispy. I'm a salt lover, I salt without tasting, and there was so much flavor, I did not salt it. The fries were crisp and hot. We also ordered salads. Choice of greens or kale. We got greens. Cherry tomatoes and a nice vinaigrette. Soda fountains or water. The dining room has wood tables booth or table. Seat yourself. Overall, a delicious enjoyable meal. We will be back. Stop by and give it a try. I don't often say that. Cheers! read more

If you love vibrant flavors, this is your place. Really nice people run it and I love that their story is on the wall. Everything we had was delicious- try all 5 sauces because they're so good. The kale salad was fab, but people were swooning over the chicken and flavored rice. I'll be back! read more

One of our "eat-out nights," I decided to use Yelp to help us find a local restaurant. We picked Roostr Yard in Oceanside, located in an area with several chain restaurants. We ordered the mango chicken salad, which looked healthy to us. The chicken (I'm not sure if it was antibiotic-free, organic, or free-range) and the greens were fresh, though again, I'm not sure if they were organic. That's something I'll need to follow up on if we go there again. The place offers a wide variety of sauces, but we don't use them since they're generally not too healthy. We may go back if we confirm that the food items are indeed healthy and safe to eat. The ambiance you will find just like McDonald's. It is definitely not a romantic place to eat. read more

So far husband and I tried the fries, the chicken & a salad with lots of kale. Salad ok, might try a chicken one instead. Fries good. Chicken very very tasty & healthy cooking method for sure. Prices on high end. Might return for just chicken in future. Some deals in the mail for us locals wouldn't hurt? read more

Been here 2 times with my lady and each time has absolutely smacked! Recommend that chipotle chicken sandwich, chill nice spot too. read more

Roostr Yard - Chipotle chicken sandwich/pesto chicken kale sandwich/fries - Salad Near Me - Oceanside, California

Food is so good! Highly recommend the sandwiches. The fries are so yummy. The kale Caesar salad was so good and the brussel sprout croutons are ! Elite Mac and cheese was full of flavor. read more

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