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    Chicken Sandwich! The best!
    Sarah G.

    We had friends visiting from out of town and gave them options for lunch and they picked Cookshack! Another 5-star Cookshack experience! It's always amazing to me that these restaurants are in strip plazas but on the inside, they never seem like it. The look is so cool. Rustic but modern. White subways tile, raw wood, black accents, Edison lights. Love it, All the staff were top notch! Order at the counter, take a seat and they'll bring your food to you! For food, our group went with: the chicken sandwich, chicken and waffles, 3 piece tenders and a salad. Everyone LOVED their meals. This was my third visit to a Cookshack and I've ONLY gotten chicken sandwich and it was once again, it was perfection. My husband has only gotten the chicken and waffles and he said it was the only thing he plans on getting here. Haha. We know what we love. Download the Cookshack app and gets points for FREE food!

    Alize G.

    Pretty solid chicken tenders! The spice levels dont play! I always get a medium and it's the perfect amount of spice before it gets unbearable! (But once in a blue moon I'll get a craving for that Texas hot spice level) The staff are always very nice and attentive, especially this last visit we made! Young gentleman took our finished plates and made sure to ask if we needed anything. The sides are okay, I feel like they balance out the chicken very well!

    Shannon H.

    I got food Togo! Got the loaded fries with coleslaw and brisket, a kids nuggets with shack sauce and kale salad and we got a 3 piece tender with sweet heat sauce and gravy and sweet potato fries! We wanted to try a variety! Everyone was fresh and delicious!

    Erica S.

    I've been wanting to try this place since it opened and was finally able to while running errands the other day. I like it! The service was fast and friendly! I ordered tenders with mild heat and a side of macaroni. They arrived on a slice of bread with some sauce on it. I could have done without the sauce as it was very spicy! I also ordered a side of remoulade which had a kick but a really good flavor! It's like campfire sauce with a combination of ketchup and mayo together with seasoning. Super yummy! They have a few beers on tap but I don't think they have a full bar. The Mac and cheese was country style and very tasty! The tenders were cooked just right and tasted fresh! Next time though, I'll probably get "no heat" as the mild with the sauce was on the spicier side for me. We'll definitely be back to eat again soon!

    Poor quality pic but 5 piece tender with fries. Toast is under the tenders.
    Matthew P.

    Hot chicken is popping up everywhere! Walking in we were greeted by a worker behind the register. She was kind, polite, and helpful. As we asked questions about the menu, she was able to answer them all and give her input on items. I ordered 5 pieces of tender hot and 2 no spice with fries. Also came with a piece of toast and a dipping sauce, I choose their shack Sauce. The sauce was nothing that stood out so it was just there. The tenders were a good size and the heat level was a good spice. I was able to taste a piece of waffle from my brother in law and it was a good combo. The waffle was fluffy and not dense at all. I almost for to talk about the fries and that's probably because they tasted like regular ole fries nothing special versus other places. Over all good place with good workers.

    Paul L.

    OMG! Soooo happy we decided to try this joint! Greeted warmly upon walking in. Place is open, clean and even has padded chairs! I had to order the chicken and waffle... medium spice.. with the dragon fries. It was absolutely delicious. I ordered 2 different sauces, and didn't even need it. Barely used any. Could have used another syrup, but made it work. That cinnamon butter... My wife ordered the 3 piece, mild, and fries with slaw... she ended up eatting most of my wonderful waffle. Portions are generous.. we're taking a box home with us. Definitely we'll be back!

    Mild Chicken Sandwich w/Side Mac & Cheese
    Sam J.

    Good, casual chicken sandwich/tenders place. Have mostly stuck with their chicken sandwiches - mostly because the chicken is crispy, well-cooked and heat preference can be adjusted. Buns, pickles and slaw that comes on it are also good. They're Mac n cheese as a side is very creamy and delicious! Value for the meal is good, though I think I will try their lunch special out - feels like at a place like Dave's Hot Chicken or Raising Canes, I get a bigger quantity of the side. And those include their sauce. In comparison, at Cookshack you have to order it as an additional add-on. That being said: it's a good sauce that is very good with their chicken.

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    Smith Family O.

    Very rustic, cozy, and nice ambiance. The service was quick and good. Very helpful explaining the menu options. The food was just ok and the fries were really salty. Ordered the hog heaven and it was just ok. Somewhat on the warm to cool side temperature wise. The chicken strip on the bun was ok. Nothing fancy or special about it. I don't think I would make a special trip to come back again unless maybe in the area. Ordered the butterscotch ice cream sandwich which was sweet. Maybe it was just an off day for me.

    Chicken Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries
    Irene G.

    I believe the quality of their food has decreased. My original review was around the time they opened this location. The last couple of visits have become more and more disappointing. We have not been back in a few months after my last meal there. I have only ever ordered the chicken and waffles there. The last time we went the chicken was very rubbery and did not taste right. I have not returned since that day. While this could have been an isolated incident, it left me not wanting to return especially because we have plenty other food options in the area. The staff is very nice and helpful when ordering your food. The space is large with many tables nothing special to it.

    Danny L.

    Cookshack is a cool spot to get some good chicken. The service was great and overall a cool spot to grab a beer and chicken. Also had the chance to try the ribs and they were average, a little dry for my liking. But overall a good spot and try at least once. The sides we ordered were kale salad and macaroni and those were definitely delicious.

    Chicken and Waffles
    Aaron M.

    So I overslept on the original restaurant that I was planning to go to. I drove to the Cook shack which was 4 minutes from my hotel and open until 10:00 on weekdays. I ordered Chicken (mild) and Waffles with French fries and sweet heat dipping sauce. The chicken was well cooked and crispy. The French fries weren't anything special. The waffles were fluffy and tasty. The waffles have a butter that puts you in the mindset of Texas Roadhouse that make them very tasty. The location has many televisions set to sports giving you a sports bar feel. I ordered my food, went and sat down and it was brought out to the table within 10 minutes. Overall would recommend or come to eat again on lunch. Waffle 4/5 Chicken 5/5 Fries 3/5 Margarita 4/5

    John D.

    Couldn't pass up the chance to stop by here after an hour or so at Baybrook. And just between me and the two or three people who read my stuff, I had procrastinated a few times before. The flagship food of this eatery is chicken strips. I know what you're thinking. "Chicken strips? I can get those at my kid's ballgame!" Yes, but I doubt those chicken strips are big as your forearm like The Cookshack's. Having ordered five at medium heat, I was about full when I took on my second piece. The amount of spices blended in the poultry was enough for a kick, but not to where I chugged multiple drinks. Fries were aplenty and just as good. They also have ribs here thus making a second visit here likely.

    Sleezy Chicken
    Levette D.

    Great find. Be prepared to enjoy your meal. I ordered the Sleezy Chicken - a bowl of layered Mac and cheese chicken tenders and coke slaw. It was oh so good. I tried the hot heat and it was hot but the Mac and cheese and the coke slaw cooled down my mouth. My dad ordered the 3 tenders with sweet potato fries and he said things are definitely bigger in Texas. The tenders combines were larger than a breast and the sweet potato fries were oh so yummy. We are so satisfied. Room for improvement- the lemonade was water minus the lemon and unfortunately my Mac and cheese was cold but I still enjoyed the dish. McKinley was amazing. She is a keeper and understands customer service.

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    This place has went downhill. The chicken is always cold now and bread seems stale. ......

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    Everything was amazing. Definitely recommend. Service was good. Food was amazing. Cozy little place.

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