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    The Chicken Koop

    4.2 (2.3k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Happy hour specials

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    That's ridiculously expensive for literally nothing
    Tim E.

    What I got there was $25.38 and it wasn't even a full meal. Was it award winning in any way... No! The mac & cheese was mediocre at best. The mash potatoes tasted better but the amount you pay for is so laughable. Again it isn't even awarded winning sides. I came here to get something soft for my mom and in the past I did get mash potatoes and she enjoyed it but it was expensive for what she got but after getting this Mac & cheese and seeing what was paid for it has finally gotten me to write a review on it. I know everything cost more but this is a total ripoff and I won't be coming back anytime soon. This is highway robbery for what you get.

    Mario B.

    Quack quack! That's right... Chicken Koop. Established in 2016, and we've been simply roasting the best ever since. simply the best.

    Mango Margaritas & Mojito Flights
    Dylan B.

    FOOD WAS SOOOO GOOD. we got the marg pitcher mango flavored and it was strong! I was so surprised 10/10. Food was very spicy so be aware but ask for adjustments !

    Dessert menu alright
    Vanessa D.

    The Chicken Koop located at 12824 Hadley St. in Whittier was officially closed by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.The eatery was shut down on June 29, 2026, due to a vermin infestation.Closures of this nature typically remain in effect until the business eradicates the pest issue, passes a reinspection, and pays necessary health permit fees to be cleared for reopening

    Megan J.

    wow, this place went downhill fast. As someone who has been coming here for YEARS the quality of the food has gone down tremendously. This used to be my favorite food place, but seeing how corporate greed has become the new norm, I will not be returning. Why try to fix something that isn't broken, they removed the tacos, the bowls, and they increased prices by nearly 20%! Absolutely outrageous. Not to mention the atmosphere of the restaurant has become so gloomy. Saturday I came with my family and the service was great, I noticed that as soon as this Hispanic man (I'm assuming it was the manager or boss idk lol??) walked in their moods immediately changed. I understand being frustrated at a falling business, but for your employees to fear you is incredibly ridiculous. Do better chicken Koop! this is NOT okay. plus portions used to be great now they still leave me hungry . (The pic is old)

    Hawaiian style
    Crystal B.

    I've been here plenty of times I usually order the Hawaiian style plate, which is not on the menu, but I also have tried the Cuban and garlic plates, which are very tasty too. The restaurant is always packed and a bit nosey so I usually order it to go. Sometimes the plates are more packed than other times, It's a hit or miss. The potato and chicken taquitos are really good too. I used to get the chicken posole but it's just not the same lately. It's very bland now. But the chicken is always good and food is always tasty. Haven't had an issue with bad service here either.

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    Tina G.

    so they are under new management and those new prices are overpriced now. for one small margarita for $14 that's with happy hour .. not even that it's not even real liquor my last time I go there no more chicken tacos they took off the menu as well. i was a regular here as well after today seen my receipt no more .... i want to give no stars but it made me give at least 1 to continue my review but I was very disappointed they deserve no stars really ..

    Hummus & Naan Bread, chicken, plantains, Mashed Potatoes with gravy, hot sauce
    Alex J.

    This is one of my all time favorite eating spots! Whenever my work has trainings, we always try to get Chicken Koop because their food is always delicious. The 20 educators who were at the training got seconds and thirds they loved the food so much. The one thing I had never tried but did this time were the plantains- they were perfectly cooked and made my mouth water. Please try Chicken Koop out, you won't be disappointed! The service is always fantastic and when I go to the restaurant it is nice and clean and welcoming.

    Thamara N.

    Great spot for some chicken! We came for a late dinner and thoroughly enjoyed the food. They have an outdoor area if you prefer that option. Service was great. My husband ordered a margarita. We ordered the tacos cooked in different flavors. We loved the dark meat chicken plate. The cucumber was refreshing. The habanero sauce was spicy and tasty. The pita bread was a perfect pair with the chicken. The chicken was flavorful and not dry at all. We'll come back and check out their happy hour and lunch menu!

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    Michelle Z.

    One of my taco Tuesday hot spot. On Tuesdays, tacos are $2.50 and it takes 2 for me to get full. Don't forget it's happy hour right now. The poutine we got was $14. Service was great, festive music, and a laid back atmosphere.

    Waiting to see what this place is about
    Justine R.

    The Chicken Koop The place where you can't just have one favorite because everything is so delicious & always fresh. I feel like the chicken is made to order. chicken wings 10/10 ,chicken quesadillas And oh my God don't get me started on their Michelada's they have one of the best Michelada mix I have ever tasted from what I hear It's homemade those ladies in the back know exactly what they're doing. I do have a favorite waitress here at this location. She's always so attentive making sure our order comes out fast and fresh. I love that when We wanna try something new She's always willing to give a sample first to ensure that we know and like what we are ordering! she's very great at what she does. Her name is Brianna and don't forget to request her on your next chicken koop visit!

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    Do better chicken Koop! This is not okay I've been coming for years and this was never an issue! Disgusting and Disappointing!

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    Not anymore....I don't know why they changed something that was not broken ....it was a pure home style food place ...now .its bland....

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    Do ya'll take reservations?

    Hello We only take reservations for large parties of 8 or more at all the locations… 

    Are you guys dog friendly?

    Yes we are! we have a patio

    Mashed potatoes? I see no pictures. Has anyone ever had any?

    Yes, and they are yummy with their gravy on the side.

    Kid friendly? Kids menu?

    Hi there! Yes most definitely. My son loves the chicken tenders there. They're also very accommodating to kids :)

    Do they cut the whole chicken or do they serve whole?

    Hello, Chicken come precut already!… 

    Do you have gluten-free menu options?

    Can you accommodate a party of 20 to 30?

    Hi yea we can pls call the location you are interested into. We can accommodate at all locations !

    Do you have gift certificates?

    Hello yes we do. Available at the location in whittier & South El Monte.

    Whats the most popular dish here?

    We are know for our roasted chicken plates, But are also really popular on our fried chicken sandwiches, loaded nachos, poutine, Pozole soup… 

    Is the chicken dairy free or do they use butter?

    Dairy Free No butter, No oil. It’s oven roasted and gluten free

    Are bottomless mimosas on the menu?

    sorry we do not have bottomless mimosas, but we do have $4 mimosas everyday and $18 mimosa kit(1 champagne bottle & choice of 2 juice mix)

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    Phlight

    Phlight

    4.2
    (963 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    My husband and I have been wanting to come back here for a while, so we decided to have dinner here…read moreon Monday for our date night. We started off by ordering drinks; my husband tried their Bodega Brewing Co. 'Mala Suerta' Dark Lager, and I had the Pinot Grigio 2024 La Boatina. Both of our drinks were great! For food we shared the Paella and Satchel's Mac & Cheese. Both dishes were delicious, full of flavor, and had generous portions. We finished off our meal with the Crema Catalana for dessert, which was bright, zesty, refreshing, and tasty! It's a lighter dessert that is just the right amount of sweet. The whole meal was excellent! Clearly a lot of love and energy has gone into this menu. The ingredients are high quality and the dishes are full of flavor. The staff are friendly and attentive, the atmosphere is perfect for a nice evening out. It's very cozy and romantic with beautiful decor. Before tip it was just about $85. Honestly a steal in our opinion, the meal and experience is well worth the money. We've decided: we're crazy for not coming more often after our first visit, and will be back soon and much more often.

    Nice selection of wines, tried the albondigas white Dijon sauce, capers, shallots, machete, chili…read moreflakes and toast soo good. Also tried bacon wrapped dates my personal favorite. Not our first time but always a favorite. Gotta try if your in town

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    California Grill & Bar

    3.7
    (1.1k reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    We always love coming here the menu is great has great food. And the Ice tea was made fresh today…read moreServer she was so polite and friendly Quick with our food. Everything came out together Which was super great. And drinks were being refilled, and water too I enjoyed my chicken sandwich. It sour dough bread lettuce & tomato, avocado, very tender chicken. She had flat pizza. With chicken pesto She enjoy it and have again next time Smash burger was gone. And enjoyed it. Prime rib was good took half of it home.

    Writing this review while seated in the restaurant waiting for our food on Mother's Day. We had a…read morereservation set for 11 for six people. When we arrived, the hostess notified us that they were accepting walk ups and reservations didn't matter. We waited over an hour to be seated. Initially, they sat us separately at two booths. This is unacceptable on Mother's Day when we were trying to celebrate our Grandmother. Thankfully, our waiter was able to clear a spot on the patio. Following being seated, the waiter did not come. I got up and asked if they could come to our table because we have two diabetic family members. The host I spoke with said he would send someone, but there was some attitude. Our waiter came and was kind, but the whole experience has been awful. We waited over an hour and twenty five minutes after being seated for our food to arrive, and they didn't bring it all out at once. My pancakes ended up having a hair in them and had to be sent back. We have since asked for a manager to come to the table 2x, and they have not come. I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone. It has ruined our last Mother's Day with our grandmother before she moves away later this year. Over two hours wasted total waiting to be seated and for our food to arrive.

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    Madres Brunch

    Madres Brunch

    4.5
    (3.9k reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    We were looking for a brunch place that was open after 2pm and this gem on a Sunday afternoon…read more We walked in and while it was kinda busy were helped soon. We ordered all kinds of food and everything we had was good. The restaurant is clean and has a cool vibe, not super Instagramable but not bad. We also got two margaritas they were good and strong! The food was the best part!

    Some brunch spots are all hype, while others surprise you with a few standout dishes that make the…read morevisit worthwhile. A weekend brunch with friends brought me to Madre's Whittier, where the menu offered plenty of tempting options--and a few unexpected lessons about ordering seafood. I tried the Ensenada Omelet, loaded with shrimp, salmon, crab, and octopus. Now, I'm a seafood lover, but octopus and I aren't exactly close friends. I asked if it could be removed, but since the seafood mix is pre-made, the octopus had already RSVP'd to the party. The omelet was good, topped with a creamy sauce, but not something I'd order again. The crab appeared to be imitation crab, and while everything was prepared well, it just wasn't a standout for me. The real star? The strawberry pancakes. Delicious! Next time, I'd order those with a side of eggs and call it a win. I also sampled the chilaquiles, and now that's a dish I'd come back for. The Tiramisu Latte was another favorite--not overly sweet and packed with that classic tiramisu flavor I love. A special shoutout to our waitress, Annie, who was attentive, friendly, and made our brunch experience even better. My Verdict: Skip the Ensenada Omelet and build your brunch around the stars of the menu instead. The strawberry pancakes are the must-order item, the chilaquiles are a strong savory choice, and the Tiramisu Latte ties everything together. If you order wisely, Madre's delivers a brunch worth coming back for.

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    Potatoes , avocado toast and waffles

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    Potatoes , avocado toast and waffles

    The Chicken Koop - newamerican - Updated July 2026

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