Came on Easter Sunday around 4pm with my wife. We sat at the bar and service was great. Turns out they have all day happy hour on Sundays where Margaritas are $7, Mojitas $8, and Modelo on draft is $5 each. For 6 drinks (2 mojitos, 1 margarita, 1 michelada, 1 modelo, and 1 tequila sour) our bill came out to just $58 before tip. The bartender "Angel" was great always made sure we were good and remembered our preferences. Music was bumping, good music playing and speakers were actually decent. We asked Angel to put on the Laker game and he gladly did. Would def come back for their happy hour in the future! read more

The Chicken Koop - Michelada and Hibiscus Marguerita made by Angel - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

Amazing food with great taste the drinks and tacos Great service very helpful and very polite Clean environment and outside seating well taken care of . Well recommended read more

The Chicken Koop - MARGARITA PITCHER - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

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I was in the area a few weeks ago meeting a friend and her family. We went around lunch time on a Saturday and it wasn't too packed. We got seated pretty quickly. One thing I that caught my attention right away was that the music was pretty loud. I have been to the Alhambra location before but do not remember the music being that loud. Any chicken dish here is pretty solid but this time around I got the poutine and it wasn't that great. Not as flavorful as other ones I have tried in the past. My kids loved the mac and cheese and devoured the whole bowl. The staff was pretty attentive too so we never had to wait too long for things. Especially with kids that was a plus! If you are looking for some good chicken and grabbing a drink, this place is definitely worth checking out. read more

If Boston Mkt was grown up, it would be The Chicken Koop! Tasty roasted chicken that is juicy and falls off the bone. I've never been disappointed eating here! Elidia was running back and forth as she was the only one that was taking orders, bussing tables and delivering orders as someone had called out and leaving her to handle everything. Even though it was busy, she handled it like a champ! The vibe playing 90's music and it being brunch happy hour made the ambiance pretty energetic. Brussels sprouts were perfect as well as sweet potato fries. The garlic sauce and cilantro green sauce is always delicious. If you haven't tried this place, you gotta come out and give it a try and you won't be disappointed! read more

The Chicken Koop - Whole Chicken Meal (Family meal) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

I've been to Chicken Koop's Whittier location a few times ever since they first opened up and I loved every bit of it. I haven't been to this location in a few months but went twice within the first month of dating my gf. This location having a full bar is a huge plus! I've had several items here including their Cuban Style Plate, Grumpy Chicken Sandwich, Esquite, and Fried Cauliflower. Along with that, I've had several different beers and margarita pitchers. Everything has been spectacular! One thing that stands out is their service. Both times, I had great service. Not only did our servers deliver, but also servers that were assigned to different tables would interact with us on a friendly level. I 100% this location and we will back in the near future to try out more of their menu and drinks. It's located in the heart of Downtown Alhambra and the vibes are great! read more

The Chicken Koop - Cuban Style Plate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

I've dined here a few times and it never disappoints. The bar has to be one of my favorites since it has great additive free tequilas! You can catch a game, have a great drink and good food and go home completely satisfied. The service yesterday could have been better, our server didn't check if we needed anything or if we were enjoying our meal. Had she have asked, I would have pointed out the Mac n cheese. It's probably my least favorite side dish here. The taste was off and I didn't bother with it. I did however, love the potato salad to go with my chicken and naan bread. My son ordered the chicken and waffle sandwich with poutine fries which he devoured. Overall, this restaurant is always a good time and the music is always a vibe. I would recommend dining here for any occasion. read more

The Chicken Koop - The Belly Buster Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

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This was the old Shakas location which closed and now we have Chicken and Beer. We only came by to order beer on tap and to enjoy a conversation with friends. Every time I stop by here it always has customers and is never empty. We ordered our beer and enjoyed the music they were playing, they also show sports on the big screen televisions. read more

The Chicken Koop - Post Christmas Friday DEC2025 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

Went here last night with friends. Our first time had a wonderful time!! Food, drinks and atmosphere along with service were perfect especially the empanadas and nachos. Chefs kiss! Special shout out to the Manager ANDREAS! Handled a small mistake swiftly with ease, and very personable.. will be returning highly recommend. read more

This place left me full and satisfied. We almost ordered too much food! I got the chicken and waffles and it was delicious. What stuck out to me the most was the side chick sauce which kind of reminds me of a chili crisp sauce which went really well with the fried chicken. I was also a big fan of their fried pickles! Service was great and attentive and for a Sunday morning it wasn't too busy. read more

The Chicken Koop - Fried Chicken & Waffle Breakfast Fried Pickles Poutine - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

I've been to the Chicken Koop location in Whittier and really enjoyed it. When my boyfriend suggested their Alhambra location for dinner I was easily convinced. It's a busy area over there, but it's pretty convenient that they are right across from a parking garage. Upon entering it was really busy and popular. It was dark and pretty noisy in general and compared to their other location. We were lucky to score a small table in the corner, but it was cramped. My boyfriend and I both ordered their 1/2 Roasted Chicken Plate ($18.99/each). I had my chicken upgraded to their Butter Garlic style ($2.50). This plate comes with 2 sides and 2 dipping sauces. My boyfriend had the mac and cheese, brussels sprouts, garlic spread and garlic ginger sauces. I had their roasted corn, sweet plantains, garlic spread, and chimichurri. The food was ready in about 10 minutes after we ordered so that wasn't too bad. The meal also came with some toasted pita bread, which was a nice touch. My boyfriend was really disappointed with his chicken. Mine was okay but not as great as I remember it being from their Whittier location. We did not like the mac and cheese. The brussels could be crispier. We agreed my roasted corn was the best side. The sweet plantains had a nice crispiness on the edges and I treated it like a dessert after my meal. As for the sauces, I did not like the chimichurri at all. I should have stuck with double garlic spread. The one thing I remembered most about this experience was the AWFUL WATER. Gross. The worst water I ever sipped, to the point I had to spit it back out. Gross. If service was more attentive I would have ordered a soda or something. I was thirsty and dry throughout my whole meal but couldn't bear to touch that water. Service was neglectful down to the last minute. We had to waveeee down stuff to get the check. The young lady who got our bill said this is the bill, but we needed to wait for our assigned waitress to close us out. Thankfully that girl went and grabbed our waitress, or we would have been stuck there even longer. We asked for a small box for my leftovers so we had to wait around a bit longer. Portion was decent, but the standard chicken seems dry and the sides were a hit or miss. For such a stressful area and disappointing service, I'm not really in a hurry to come back. read more

The Chicken Koop - business front - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

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The positives were that the service wasn't that bad. Other than that, the food lacked flavor. The tables were very sticky and the music was pretty loud for 3 PM on a Saturday. I would not go back, maybe for a drink it would be OK, definitely not for the food. read more

Solid place for eats, drinks and sports! My bf loves coming here to try diff parts of their food menu, drinks and margaritas. We love the convenient of street and close by lot parking. Service is always quick but good and the crowd is lively :) read more

The chicken sandwich is incredible . Service was outstanding and gave suggestions on best rub for chicken . The menu is all chicken and diverse for every taste. Portions are great and the price is comparable to portion and quality of food . Great experience and will be back read more

Came in today to watch a game during lunch. I got a cucumber drink that was pretty refreshing. Also got the Belly Buster sandwich. I was expecting the waffle to be crispier? Or at least hold its shape but it was really soggy. It was hard to eat because everything was falling apart. Aside from that, the flavor was great. You do need to add the maple syrup though because the chicken sandwich alone is a little dry. The garlic fries on the side were great too. This was about $19? Other people in my group got the bottomless mimosas for $25 a head. Price point is alright. Not the best but not bad either. Service was great. Our server was attentive. He did forget our drink once but that's alright. It was pretty busy during the time we went. I assume it was cause of the basketball and baseball game going on. It was a lively feel. I'm not sure if I would come back. Maybe if it's for social reasons. They do have drinks here but didn't try them today. With the price point and quality, I'd probably only come if someone else suggests it or it's convenient. It's not something I'd crave. read more

The Chicken Koop - The Belly Buster Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

Came on a Monday night for their 30 dollar margarita/mojito pitchers. I think that they are a great deal and I especially love how many fun flavors they offer, it gives us a chance to mix it up ok every order. Between the three of us we tried the blood orange margarita and the strawberry mojito. I like that they provide you with rimmed glasses for the margarita. Service was great, they checked on us frequently and helped top off our glasses. Would definitely come back for the pitchers. read more

The Chicken Koop - blood orange Margarita - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

My friend and I stopped here because our first choice had a 25-minute wait and we saw this place on the way back to our cars. The Chicken Koop is a lively establishment - a sports bar with a night club vibe. It was packed at 7 p.m. but there were two spots at the bar. The darling hostess directed us to the available seats where we received an equally warm greeting from the bartender. I ordered the Jaimito's Way while we decided what to eat. It was a tasty concoction of Mezcal, elderflower, cucumber, jalapeño, mint, & lime. The menu is extensive and everything comes with chicken, but you can request it without. We decided to share the Loaded Nachos (mini) with the chicken on the side for my friend. The food came out fast and was delivered by Iliana. It was her first day and she was fantastic! The nachos were a base of wontons instead of tortilla chips (which I liked) and were topped with black beans, cheese sauce, jalapeños, Pico de Gallo, & sour cream. We also got a cheese quesadilla (without chicken). The quesadilla comes with your choice of dipping sauce, and we selected Habanero. The Habanero sauce was awesome! The playlist was great, and I was digging the music. However, it was a bit loud, which made it hard to converse even though we were seated next to each other. I had to turn around to see if there was a dance floor behind us - nope, just booths. Overall, the appetizers were good, my cocktail was yummy, and the staff were all incredibly friendly. If I'm in the area, I'd stop in for happy hour or perhaps with a group for bottomless mimosa brunch. *Brunch Sat & Sun 11 am - 3 pm *Happy Hour Mon - Thurs All Day, Friday 4 pm - 6 pm & 10 pm - Midnight, Sat 10 pm - Midnight. *Free parking structure across the street. "Don't be bitter. Be better." read more

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My boyfriend loves this place and I thought he was just being crazy, but no. He was right. The food is amazing, the service is spectacular, hilarious memes on the wall, and those pitchers??? This place can serve either as the pregame OR the plot itself. I will definitely be back. read more

The Chicken Koop - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

I had such a great time here with my besties! I have came here on numerous occasions with friends to say it colorfully, "messed up". So far I've had their: - Esquite - Fried Chicken Sliders - Chicken Pozole Soup - Fried Chicken Sandwich - Taco Sampler - ¼ Dark Meat Chicken Plate - Jalapeno Mac and Cheese - Deep- Fried Oreos and a plenty of tequila shots ... way too may to remember. They food is great along with great music. Mix that with great friends and you'll have such a great time! This place has such great vibes here. The staff here are so friendly and very attentive! I love that about them! read more

usually love hitting the chicken koop but today i was very disappointed, i went in for happy hour and was told that the cadilac marg WAS part of the "8$ marg special" i close out the tab and im getting charged 34$ for 2 of them and i question my bartender,"hey arent these part of the 8$ marg special like you said" and he says ,"no those are actually only 2$ off on happy hour" , i couldn't really do anything about it afterwards so i had paid and i went on with my day but , its the simple fact that i was lied too by the bartender (ANGEL) when i could just got 2 other flavored margs for less then half the price , read more

Went here recently with my sister and friend. Great place to chill and hangout, great for drinks too! But we don't drink so we just got food. The food is delicious and great portions. Service was great as well! I felt bad for the server though because I was in a rush to go back to work after my lunch break so we were rushing them a bit for my order. But definitely recommend for 626 food! Parking is great too in the parking structure close walk. But careful on weekends as the lot does get full and people drive a bit crazy in there too. read more

The Chicken Koop - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Loaded Nachos were awesome and extremely filling. Paired phenomenally with a beer. Popcorn chicken was very batter-heavy and didn't have a lot of meat. However it was extremely flavorful but a tad too salty. Waitresses were helpful with recommendations and attentive with service throughout our meal. The lighting in there is moody and chill with dim lighting from neon signs and tv's. Has vibes like a bar and homey diner. read more

The Chicken Koop - Loaded Nachos, Popcorn Chicken - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

Yes it's good try it. Great for lunch or dinner food is super tasty everything is delicious here. read more

The Chicken Koop - Delicious drinks and food ! Try it more like a friend and date spot or good for lunch. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

Stopped by for happy hour and ordered the loaded nachos for $14.99. The portion seemed about the same as the mini loaded nachos on the regular menu, which are $11.99. When I asked the server if the happy hour nachos were just the mini size, she just said that they were the happy hour portion lol ok. I also asked if I could pay the extra $2 to upgrade to the regular portion ($16.99), but that wasn't an option. It feels like the happy hour food menu isn't really much of a discount. If anything, you might as well order from the regular menu and you'll probably pay less. I'd probably just stick to drinks for happy hour, or ask to clarify portion sizes before ordering food. Otherwise, the drinks were fine. We got the hot chick and the farmer's daughter. The restaurant was fairly dark. I saw a couple using their flashlights on their phone to order. Probably don't come here if dark ambiances aren't your thing. read more

The Chicken Koop - Happy hour Loaded Nachos, Hot Chick, Farmer's Daughter - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

I went here late one night, it was nice that they were open, so many other places were closed at that hour. The service was decent but the music they played was loud AF. This place probably damaged my hearing more than working in construction. I could barely communicate with the staff and my partner, who was with me. WTF was the point of that? The staff ought to call OSHA. We didn't have anywhere else to go at that hour other than that obnoxiously long line at the 50s burger joint, you know the one, so we didn't fly from the Koop. The food was decent. Not great, but not bad. The menu seems to have so many tasty things, but I haven't been impressed by Chicken Koop's implementation of them. Maybe they shouldn't spread themselves so thin and focus on fewer items and make them better. I never returned to this place, not even for pickup. read more

I really enjoyed this spot...I didnt have very big expectations but ive got to tell you....the food, drinks, and service was really good. The drink was a morning old fashioned...basically an espresso old fashioned...really good, not too strong and perfect for sipping for brunch. Food I had was the grumpy chicken sandwich which was recommended by our server since I was stuck between this and the taquitos. I was expecting it to be spicier but it still hit. I recommended it with the coleslaw. I also had the jalapeño Mac n cheese, I dont recommend. I'd say it was a maybe a 4 out of 10. I dont want to disrespect the cook but it honestly tasted like boxed mac n cheese. I expected some actual jalapeños in it but, there was nothing like that. Service was awesome, I wish I had got her name but, she was all smiles and full of recommendations. She was on point with drinks (refills) and we were there for my nephews birthday and she made him happy with some fried oreo's. All in all, I would recommend you give a shot. read more

The Chicken Koop - The Grumpy Chicken sandwich with jalapeño mac n cheese and sweet potato fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Great place. Amazing food. Taquitos may be the best surprise of the meal. Always enjoy coming here.

Good food, good service. Bartender was friendly and had a good sense of humor! Margarita flight was fantastic! The cucumber and guava were my husband and I's favorite! (Highly suggest) We got the popcorn chicken with the sweet (and ...) flavor chicken and the loaded nachos with everything on it! There was a LOT of nacho cheese, we would've ate more if it wasn't so gooey; but still suggest! read more

The Chicken Koop - Margarita Flight - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

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One of the only decent happy hours in Alhambra. I loved my cocktail... smoky lost Oaxaquena. The taquitos and fried cauliflower are delicious. The only thing I wouldn't get again are the loaded nachos. I'm just not a fan of the nacho cheese... so if you are into that, then it might be perfect for ya. The playlist was made for millennials :) read more

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I did a to go order so I can only speak based on that. I had ordered the chicken sandwich and chose the spicy level with garlic fries. The chicken sandwich itself is pretty huge - at least for me. I couldn't finish it all, but I choose the spicy level, just know that it is going to be spicy. The food itself was OK. I was really just disappointed with the fries because by the time I got home to eat my food, my fries went stale. Which is not a great sign since I don't live too far (less than 10mins). Anyways overall I would rate it a 3.5 out of 5. I definitely will be back to try other options as they seem to have other food options. read more

My family wanted to pick up Boiling Crab and since I wasn't in the mood for Cajun, I decided to get something close by to it. So I found myself around the corner at The Chicken Koop and their sizable selection of chicken items. The garlic chicken stood out so I went with that and a side of fried cauliflower. The chicken was very moist and well made but the garlic was not very pronounced nor was the accompanying garlic spread. The rice and Brussel sprouts that came with it were delicious but a bit oily. The side of fried cauliflower was good but again, the sauce it came with lacked flavor. If they can get the sauces down, the Chicken Koop will be great! read more

The Chicken Koop - The Garlic Chicken Plate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

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7/10/24 Girls night out on a Wednesday!?!? Why the hell not!? Our crew decided to hang out to & throw somewhat of a farewell little soirée for me (I am technically leaving our department) even though I am just going to be one floor up. Hey, any excuse to have a fun time away from work, right? They recommended this place since they've already eaten here before. I wish I could order an alcoholic beverage like they did. One of the ladies ordered one called Farmers Daughter as suggested by our friendly & attentive server, Enrique. Another one ordered one that had a watermelon as a garnish (I really don't know what these drinks are other than it contains vodka). I took a tiny sip & between the two, I liked the Farmers Daughter much better. It was very tasty & refreshing. We ordered many shareable plates like the loaded nachos, taco sampler & chicken taquitos, tostada salad & I wanted to try the Cuban Style plate that was served with naan, black beans & fried plantains. Not much time passed and our orders were brought in and we dove right in. Everything tasted great. Oh so good! The loaded nachos were definitely loaded with fresh and scrumptious ingredients. All were cooked well and seasoned to perfection. My Cuban Style chicken was moist, savory & beautifully paired with white rice, black beans. It arrived with my choice of garlic spread & chimichuri side of sauces. It's a loud & lively but that's expected. Based off the food, ambiance, and spot on service, I highly recommend this Chivken Koop--love the chicken-themed decor-so vibrant & colorful!. read more

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I love the Chicken Koop. The food, the drinks and the vibe from staff is always great. The chicken sandwich is one of my favorites! read more

The Chicken Koop - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

Had an amazing happy hour dinner at the bar! Eduardo our bartender was super polite and charming, very friendly and helpful with all food and drinks. We got a margarita, a non alc jamaica, and four apps and everything came out quick and fresh. They were playing great dad rock the whole evening and the bar was sparsely populated at first and then filled more as time went on. Love the rooster paintings! read more

The Chicken Koop - Lime Margarita - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

The Chicken Koop is always great every time I go. It's been a while since I've stopped in, but they didn't disappoint. Yes, it's loud and hard to hold a conversation in there, but the music is right up my alley. My friend and I shared an esquite, and I got the Garlic Chicken Plate with the green sauce and chimichurri sauce, and she got the fried chicken sandwich. We both enjoyed our meals. Portions were generous and tasty (the esquite was smaller that what I expected for what I paid for though IMO). My chicken was juicy and the sauces that came with it were excellent. I also loved the Brussels sprouts that accompanied the meal. Service was good, our server stopped by frequently to check on us and refilled our waters often. The pozole looked really good, will have to try that next time! I'm not a beer drinker, but they have a bar for those who do! read more

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Elidia is the reason my family and I return time after time. Her professionalism and kindness are present in every interaction. We are so grateful to feel like family every time we are here and Also look forward to her recommendations to try something new. Thank you lidia for your exceptional customer service that truly sets this restaurant apart !! read more

The Asian Chicken Salad was odd. The dressing was a malt vinegar and barely edible. I paid extra for grilled chicken and that was an interesting flavor that I've never experienced before, nor do I want to again. The drinks were not mixed well and had way too much alcohol and I hope Bar Rescue visits them soon to teach them how to make drinks. It wasn't busy inside, so I'm not sure why we had to flag down our waitress several times. And why was it so loud, we felt like we were in a club and could barely hear each other when we spoke. Like what was the vibe they were trying to go for? Bad strip club bar? read more

If you are into chicken and loud music vibes I think this place is for you. I ran into the chicken koop on Yelp while looking for a place to eat and drink in the 626. Met with some friends on a Sunday just a little after 1pm. The place was pretty crowded. Instead of waiting for a table we decided to take the spots at the bar. After looking at the menu there are a lot of items to choose from. From rotisserie chicken, to nachos, quesadillas, salads, wraps, sandwiches you name it. The interior has interesting chicken related art throughout the establishment and is fun to look at. The bar is fully stocked and had a chance to check out some of their craft cocktails in addition to enjoying the drinks I like. The food was good and the vibe was great. If this place has the same vibe everyday as it did the Sunday I visited, I really don't think its a family place. Its poppin and pretty loud in there. Overall I enjoyed my experience and would like to come back in the future. Parking: metered street parking, small structure nearby VERDICT: Rinse and repeat read more

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It was on my list of places to try. Read the belly buster was a thing to try so I gave it a shot. It was pretty good. I'd recommend it to people and I'd check it out for their brunch and happy hour. read more

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We got here on a Tuesday night 40 minutes before closing. I was so scared they were going to turn us away and tell us that the kitchen was already closed. But nope, they were more than happy to seat us. Our server was so sweet. The kitchen was closing in ten minutes but she went through the menu with us and we didn't feel rushed at all. Happy hour Monday - Thursday 4pm to 7pm !! $2 off speciality drinks and half off small bites We ordered : *Loaded nachos - Wonton nachos, roasted corn, black beans, cheese, shredded chicken, jalapenos, pico de gallo *Popcorn chicken - available spice level: Original, spicy, or side chick (sweet and spicy). We got spicy *Taquitos- comes with 3 pieces. Topped with romaine lettuce, onions, Cotija cheese, sour cream, habanero *Belly buster sandwich - Marinated fried chicken breast on a buttermilk waffle topped with coleslaw, pickles, chipotle sauce, dusted with powdered sugar and sweet maple syrup with side of garlic fries. And of course a strawberry margarita for me. The food came flying out within 10 minutes of ordering. We loved everything !!! We were so hungry and literally devoured everything. Will def come back with our friends. read more

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Another favorite place of mine when I'm in Alhambra. They have all kinds of dishes all chicken related. This place has a full bar theres other chicken koops I been too but this one has the full bar and plenty parking. Service is always good and ambience is always good too. They always have good music variety playing. read more

The Chicken Koop - Full Bar. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Alhambra, California

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