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    The Chicken Shack

    2.4 (20 reviews)

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    The Chicken Shack
    Russell T.

    Stopped in at a little after 3 today to give then a try and see what they are all about. First the dining room is closed, so I go through the drive thru. They literally want $12 for some chicken wings and $3.59 for a pop. Look at their menu, these are insane prices. The neighbors have big juicy tenders for a fraction of the prices. Buffalo Wild Wings prices are also way lower. These would be insane prices even for the most stuck up corner of West Des Moines! Well, I wanted to give them a try, I ordered, waited for the one car at the window to get their order, and after being stuck there for 20 minutes, because there was no room to drive around, I drove right thru and on my way. They will be gone by November.

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    Rhonda G.

    I REALLY want to support a new business in Highland Park but the Chicken Shack might make that difficult. I'd been meaning to stop in, so when it popped up on my Uber Eats with a discount code I figured, worth a shot and I'd go in person if it was a win. I ordered a 5 tender combo with lemonade, added an up charge for garlic fries instead of regular, and splurged on the molten lava brownie because Monday, As others have mentioned, it's pricey for chicken strips and fries without a promo (even if you're like me and intentionally order the large combo for leftovers). That said, they are chunky white meat tenders and tasty when you get your whole order (they forgot the 5th tender) and I'd say if you want crispy tenders, these aren't it. They're more soft and breaded style which is totally fine. The garlic fries were solid and bar quality but the brownie was a definite pass (overpriced and underwhelming). I stupidly thought a chicken place would have a good lemonade too but no, just some fountain Minute Maid.

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    2 years ago

    Chicken is always cooked fresh but the seasoning is due for a overhaul to make this a regular go to chicken wing spot.

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    4 years ago

    Nice big chunks of white meat chicken but way oversalted, overseasoned and overpriced.

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    2 years ago

    Really good chicken and they have a really good breading. They give you plenty of food too.

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    3 years ago

    Best french fries in town. The chicken was crispy and delicious. I would 100% recommend it.

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    2 years ago

    no special on Mondays..with there over inflated prices should have daily specials this place will not last goodbye!

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    Gerri's has become a staple for my family and I when we are in the mood for some wings. We stopped…read morehere for the first time on a bar crawl and have been back 10 + times since. The wings are the best in town. They are crispy and full of flavor. You can only with the wings baked or with buffalo sauce. The buffalo sauce is delicious you don't even need ranch. There's a kick to the sauce but it's not too spicy. A platter and an extra 8 wings with a side of fries serves 4 of us. Most people here are coming for wings, so sometimes it is a little bit of a wait, but it's so worth it. The place is seat yourself with the bartender as the server. It can get busy on weekends, we have always had quick and attentive service. There are a few TVs but not a bunch if you're looking to watch a game. If you're on the hunt for some good wings and cold beer this is the place to be!

    Dive bar just next to the Iowa State Fair Grounds. Small…read morelittle parking lot that will be completely full when the fair starts. This place has been know for the awesome wings for a long time. It has been a long time since my last visit. We got a hankering and decided to go out of our way to make a stop. W - We stepped right in and sat at the bar on a Thursday evening, I - I was helped right away by the lovely waitress behind the bar. N - Naked wings or smothered in their sauce they come out hot. G - Getting the platter of wings. It was lots of wings for 2 people. S - Sizzling platter and very tasty. The cost of everything has gone up over the years. Nothing you can do about that if you want a place to survive. We shared the platter. The hubby got 2 on tap beers. The tab was $55. The crispy wings are great. I ate my fill and we still left with some. They came out in good time. Ranch provided in squirt bottles so you can get your fill. I really enjoyed the service, the ambiance and food. Yes it was a little high, and yes it smells like a dive bar but the wings are still good.

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