Hands down the best chicken I've had for fast casual in the greater Denver area. Good portions and priced where you don't break the bank. Excellent Happy Hour deals and variety of wings, tenders, salads, sandos, and apps. Big fan of the 2-fer Happy Hour. The atmosphere is good and a chill vibe. I believe they good in beef tallow...I'm not a fries guy but the fries are great and I don't feel weighed down after eating a hearty fried meal. Great self-served drinks with sweet tea, so you know it's legit. Only thing I would change is maybe a wider range of healthier options, but ditto that for any Chicken place or fast casual. You can still eat healthy and they have a choice of sides such as Mac/cheese, slaw, etc. This one in Aurora was a Jim N Nicks BBQ and I swear they make the same muffins. Delish! read more

This was the first time we'd ever gone to Waldo's Chicken and Beer and we probably wouldn't go back. First, when we walked in, there was nobody in the front so we were just kind of standing there waiting for someone to greet us. The young man who did eventually greet us was nice and asked us if we were ready to order. Since we'd never been there, we didn't know that the concept is to order your food before you are seated and since we were totally unfamiliar with the menu, we were holding up the people behind us so he gave us some menus and we just kind of stood to the side until we knew what we wanted. The order counter is off to the side of the entrance and seating area and is kind of in the bar area which I thought was oddly placed. We ordered the onion rings as an appetizer and they were big and pretty good. My husband got the two piece dark chicken with collard greens and Mac and cheese, and I got the tenders and potato wedges. He remarked that the chicken was okay and the collard greens and Mac and cheese did not have much flavor. I tried his Mac and cheese and it seemed old and lacking in cheese or sauce. The chicken tenders were good but the potato wedges tasted old and not hot. The worst part for me though was that the tables are sticky - not because of something that was spilled but rather because of the varnish so it gives the impression that they are dirty. Also, when I used the women's bathroom, it looked like the stall doors have never been wiped down which totally grossed me out. Even though the food wasn't necessarily bad it isn't remarkable compared to any other chicken establishment, and the hype about the sauces seemed unwarranted. The BBQ and honey mustard sauces were way too sweet and the jalapeño ranch was devoid of ranch in my opinion. However, he main reason I wouldn't return is more because of the sticky tables and dirty bathroom stall doors. read more

Stopped in after running errands and looked pretty good from the pictures and description. Plenty of parking and easy to get in and out. Walked in and ordered at the counter. Staff were great, very helpful and nice. Food was okay as far as flavor. 1/4 dark fried chicken was crispy, tender, and juicy but not enough salt or spices. It does come with a dipping sauce but chicken still needed seasoning. The sandwich was okay as well, not really spicy at all even though the description said "Fried Thigh, Habanero Oil, Cheddar, Jalapeño Slaw, Mayo, and Comeback Sauce on a Toasted Bun." Habanero is spicy and that was not Cheddar biscuits were okay but the fried pickles were very good. Heavy brined/sour/salty pickles! Clean restaurant as well read more

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As I was looking for a different place to eat other than the usual. This establishment came in my view. Chicken and Beer definitely caught my attention. The establishment that used to be here was a BBQ joint which was good as well so this brick and mortar didn't skip a beat. The food is made from scratch and I can tell it was as well. I ordered the 1/4 fried chicken and greens. They had the best collard greens so far and they even have vinegar for the greens. Only people from the south know about that. Ha. Valerie was very courteous and ensured you had everything you needed. read more

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This was the most basic and flavorless chicken and biscuits I have ever had. I went through the drive through so I don't know what it looks like inside. The drive through process was simple and easy. I ordered the Chicken and Biscuits for $7.99. It comes with 4 biscuits and shredded up chicken pieces. A customer is able to choose what sauce or dry rub comes with it. I pulled up to the window and was barely greeted but the young man was ready to take payment. The food came out quickly. The chicken was cooked well but had no flavor. There were very few pieces of shredded chicken. I asked for the beak burner dry rub. It was in a small container on the side not covered onto the chicken. The biscuits barely tasted like cheddar biscuits. A far cry from what I believe a cheddar biscuit is supposed to taste like. Definitely not worth the price. I will not be going back. read more

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I know, I know....I should try the rotisserie but honestly, nothing beats a good, crunchy chicken sammy, so on my first time visiting, I went straight to the top (of the menu) and ordered The OG. It has always been my opinion that a chicken thigh is one of the best parts of a bird and The OG doesn't disappoint. I ordered the sammy sans mayo with slaw on the side and wow was I impressed with the meal. The slaw isn't uber wet and has a nice semi sweet flavor. And the pickles on the sammy are a nice bonus (natch). I did the drive thru thing as I was on my way to Trivia but definitely would dine in next time (service is a bit slow at the drive thru). Beer is also free tomorrow! IYKYK read more

Waldos Chicken And Beer - Southern Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

The chewable ice, the sauces, the customer service, and the decor?!?! I loved it all, especially the chicken sandwiches! Oh, plus huge wedge fries, those are my favorite! I will absolutely be back in the future. read more

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First timer eating Waldo's chicken. This restaurant is a great local spot in the Aurora Southlands mall area. It's very well priced and all the food is wonderfully seasoned. All the sauces are excellent each one unique and true to its taste. Did a curbside order & they were prompt and delivered right on time. Highlights of our meal were the howl chicken sandwich, the onion rings 10/10 crispy and delicious. Cheddar biscuits were also a great addition to our meal. Waldos is a great local alternative to fast food meals, inexpensive and a great option for a weeknight meal. If you live in the area this a great spot to hangout and enjoy a great meal, if you're in the area shopping around check em out! Definitely will be back when those chicken cravings hit. Pro tip: Majority of the sandwiches are made with thigh meat, for my taste it's juicy tender all the yummy things. If you're not into it, I'm sure they have an alternative option for your taste. read more

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Ok exceeded expectations that's for sure!! We stopped by for dinner with our kid. He was excited to sit in the room with the crane machine and pinball machine. My husband ordered for us while we played (or said goodbye to a few dollars). He had been eyeing the chicken tenders bucket but said the staff convinced him to get a plate so he could try a little of everything! Fried chicken, fries, cheddar biscuit, potato wedges. It was a nice variety and all quite tasty!! Our son enjoyed the Mac n cheese and fruit punch (kids menu for the win!). The staff was very nice and friendly -- they bring the food right to you! read more

Waldos Chicken And Beer - Plate - honestly it tasted better than it looks lol - Southern Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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A nice surprise for a casual night out! We were greeted promptly by the staff. This is fast casual style restaurant where you order at the counter and they bring your food to you. For our first time here, we got free cheddar biscuits! They were fresh and wonderful. The chicken tenders were delicious-lightly breaded, and we liked the signature sauce. Servings aren't huge, but the quality is high. The fries were more shoestring size but were fresh. My husband got the sandwich with a side of Mac n cheese. Both were great! I really liked the pickles too. Plenty of seating and a great place for a casual bite to eat. read more

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Pleasantly surprised by this place. Love the interior of this restaurant. Lots of funny pictures of celebrities with chickens and beer names modified to be about chickens. Such a playful, fun environment. The service was fast to get our food, the staff were friendly. You order at the front, then they give you a table number and someone will bring the food to your table. After you are done just know they clean up your table as well for you, there are no trash cans around for you to put away your dishes and trash afterwards. I really liked the food, I have ordered here. I got their limited time chicken sandwich and a cucumber salad as my side. So good I tried both of their sauces you cant go wrong with either! I also have gotten their standard fried chicken meal, definitely a fan of how they make their chicken! And I have gotten their salads multiple times. Salad is always fresh, the cheddar biscuit that comes with it is delicious too. The salads are a good portion size. And they even have a drive thru and outdoor seating! P.S. If you come between 3-6PM they've got a happy hour. read more

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The two bartenders working between 3-5 PM were awesome and incredibly attentive. They checked in on us often, made sure everything was perfect, and created a really welcoming atmosphere. Our food came out quickly and it was absolutely delicious. We've been to Waldo's many times and have never had a bad experience, and tonight was just as great as ever. Please pass along our thanks to the team. We'll definitely be back. read more

Love the concept. As soon as I walked up to the cashier to order in this fast casual restaurant, the cashier greeted us so warmly. We ordered a variety of items, essentially creating our own family feast. The coating of the fried chicken and cook on the chicken was perfect. We wish the chicken itself was seasoned more though. Maybe needed to marinate longer or brined or something prior to batter and fry. But that's our personal preference and might just not be their style. The rotisserie chicken was tasty enough. Better than costco or grocery store for sure, but I've had much better at other restaurants that specialize in rotisserie chicken. It seems like they pride themselves on sauce, and I saw that Alabama white sauce that I hate so much. I gave it a try, and I still dislike Alabama white sauce. But that's just me disliking that sauce, and not a knock on the restaurant. Overall, I'm not a huge fan of any of their sauces though. Sides were really tasty and the biscuits felt different, but average. read more

Nice spot if you're a chicken lover. The interior is huge with a wide variety of seating options. I love the fast casual vibe and the wall art is fun to browse. I wanted a healthier option and opted for the salad with rotisserie chicken. Really good, the only thing I would say is that it needed more lettuce. read more

Food is amazing, love the kids eat free Mondays! Service was top notch. I will definitely be back regularly! Tabatha offered great suggestions read more

Best Waldo's known to man. We ordered lunch here as an office today and Jose, the manager, was so helpful on the phone making sure everything was correct and easy for us. He was so kind and patient with all our orders! He even brought the food outside for us and it was so helpful and thoughtful! One thousand percent recommend Waldo's! Thank you from Garlock Orthodontics Southlands! read more

Waldo's is now our go-to spot for fried chicken. The tenders come out hot and crunchy every time, the breading actually stays crispy, and you can tell the brine makes a real difference in flavor. We tried the Comeback Sauce and the Alabama White Sauce and both were great with the chicken. The cheddar biscuits are worth the trip alone. read more

I have a couple of problems with this restaurant that I need to mention first. There are only two in Colorado and the closest one is more than 10 miles away. The restaurant is always clean and vibrant. The employees have always been helpful and courteous. They are open Sundays and have a much better chicken than others. The tenders are juicy and hot. The breading is delicious. It is not overcooked and is fresh unlike a lot of other places. If you have not had the opportunity to stop by, don't wait much longer. read more

I'm not in this area of town often but thankfully I had a training that gave an hour long lunch break. Man oh man was Waldo's Chicken just what I needed. I had a hard time deciding between one of their specialty chicken sandwiches and trying their strips. I went with their strips and tried a few of their homemade sauces. Everything was SO good! And the staff were super friendly and attentive even though they were busy. read more

We give Waldo's a solid 4.5! The chicken tenders were smackin, deliciously juicy and battered perfectly. The Mac and cheese was creamy and flavorful and would get a full five stars for a bigger portion The lemonade was ok, a bit warm for me. The hospitality was top notch, from the helpful and patient order taker to the cheerful and knowledgeable Disney loving bartender Thank you and we will definitely be back soon! read more

Friends recommended the chicken. It's ok. It's like raising canes to me. I like the jalapeño ranch but for it to say Jap Ranch as I am Japanese. It's ok but won't order it again. The Mac and cheese had not taste. The Wedges were ok. read more

Always have a good time here! The staff's super friendly, it's family-friendly, and somehow they always have space to seat you no matter when you roll in. Menu's got plenty to choose from, but the spicy chicken sandwich I had was next level--pretty sure it was called the Fowl Mouth.Fair warning, it's got a real kick, so maybe not for the spice-shy, but I'd still tell almost anyone to try it. Happy hour looks solid, and the little playroom is a fun touch. I'll definitely be back. read more

This has become me and my boyfriend's favorite date spot. We also choose to come here on Valentine's day, because it's just that good and beats the crowds. We've never had a bad experience here. Would definitely recommend the roost and the cheddar biscuit bites!! read more

One of our new favorite spots. Incredibly friendly staff, always clean, relaxed atmosphere, good prices, fantastic food. Will be a consistent spot for us for a long time. read more

Waldos Chicken And Beer - Buffalo wings and Mac n Cheese - Southern Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

5 stars for the onion rings alone. But the tenders are really good too and aren't caked on with breading. I also love them at they have a drive through, cause I can't always (or don't want to) get out with my toddler! read more

1/6/26-I don't normally give out 5 stars (that's because 5 stars means you are perfect and most places aren't). This place provided an amazing experience. This was out first time ever to a Waldo's. The staff were super nice and helpful. The food was not only a great price for a large serving of food, but the food was really good. The batter on the chicken was the perfect spice level and the fruit tea is now one of my favorite drinks. I'm also not a fan of coleslaw, but their's is actually good. Not watery, over sauced, or too much sugar. Big mistakes that most places make with their slaw. The only negative I would say about the experience was that the place was super cold. They just needed to turn up the heat. I would highly recommend this place. read more

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Went here after my appointment got the family tender deal the chicken was juicy with perfect amount of seasoning The Mac and cheese was good and the beans were okay and the sauces were excellent but the chicken is the highlight I will be coming back this is my favorite chicken spot and will recommend it. read more

Drinks are gross and pre-made. Food is mid. Service is um...there isn't any you order and serve yourself

After browsing the stands at the Southlands Farmers Market and shopping at the nearby mall, we found ourselves hungry. Rarely in the area, we were excited to see a big banner waving in the wind with big words "NOW OPEN!" and felt compelled to see what was new to the area. Waldo's Chicken and Beer- a brand spanking new spot serving southern inspired eats and variety of brews, did not disappoint. Here's why: FIRST - we entered the building to be welcomed by a friendly staff, waiting at the counter to take our order. With the menu overhead, we decided on our lunch items, snagged a number for delivery, and made our way to the vast seating area. With an expansive bar, outdoor patio, booths, and tables throughout, there is a spot for everyone and parties of every size. We picked a booth with a view of the entire place, which allowed us to soak it all in. The space is large, is decked out in southern flare and gives off a relaxed and chill vibe - the perfect spot for a weekend lunch! SECOND - The food itself is outstanding! I opted for the Fowl Mouth - a spicy fried chicken sandwich featuring habanero oil, jalapeno slaw, cheddar cheese with may and spicy sauce on a toasted bun - and OMG, YUM! The chicken was breaded perfectly (and not too heavy), the habanero oil was spicy, and the slaw created the perfect crunch - all in one bite! I opted for fries and collard greens on the side - and while the fries were nothing to write home about ( a little soggy and meh), the collard greens were savory with notes of spices and bacon! Delicious! My husband got the OG Chicken Sandwich, which he seemed to like as well. The array of sauces is noteworthy and worth a try! My husband loved the spicy Asian sauce as well as the habanero oil - because YUM! We washed it all down with freshly brewed sweet tea and house made soda - but the array of bar offerings is also worth mentioning! THIRD - Pricing is reasonable for the quality of food; service is beyond friendly, and we left with full bellies and excited to return! When in Aurora, go find WALDO! read more

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We were discussing chicken on a horseback riding trip and a woman overheard us and highly recommended Waldos. I can honestly say we were not disappointed! The chicken sandwich & tenders were amazing! The banana pudding was so good we took some to go as well! Management & servers were all incredibly friendly & attentive. Sad that they don't have one in Littleton! read more

Wow, wow, wow. Delicious! We came in late, about 3 and the food came out hot. I had the rotisserie plate with two sides, Mac and cheese and potato wedges. Everything was super tasty and I love HOT potatoes. My hubby had the 6 wing snack with a side a fries. He Durrant like sauce ands these wings meet his approval. Crispy and tasty outer skin, delicious without any sauce. He said he will be back. The service was amazing and friendly, like they want us to come back. The space is clean and will be great when we're being back friends and family. Plenty of TVs And seating for large and small groups. I like the comfortable soft booth seats. We will definitely make this a regular spot for lunch and dinner. If you're into happy hour, they also have a bar and happy hour is from 3-6 daily. read more

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Waldo's is such a great addition to Southlands! They have BOGO on beer everyday after 3pm and all day Tuesdays & Sundays, which is a great deal. Their draft list is very large as well. The restaurant is very quick with food and even has a drive thru, but we like sitting inside. The staff are super friendly and we always see the same employees, which is a great sign! Recently, I tried their cucumber and tomato salad and was obsessed. I also really enjoy their french fries and potato wedges. I am not a huge fan of their chicken strips, but I love their chicken sandwiches! If you haven't been to Waldo's, give it a try. It's pretty good. read more

Good food, cold beer. Bathrooms are NASTY though. Not just a 1 off but all three times I've been there. Makes you wonder about cleanliness in the kitchen. read more

Enjoyed my experience at Waldo's. Nice beer selection, pleasant staff, good location. Chicken very good, I wish a little more variety of sauces, but overall great. read more

Waldos Chicken And Beer - Southern Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Whatever happened to old Nick's bbq? That was the puzzling question I had on the way to the Southland from Parker. Well, I was glad to see that something is here and the new restaurant name fit the craving I had, perfectly. As you enter, you need to order your food and get a number and sit anywhere and they will bring your food to the table. If you want beer, you need to make another stop at the bar.. Many food options, super speedy and the bartender were super dooper happy to serve. I was happy to see many HH offerings on different days. Once you get a beer, wooden nickel is given for the 2nd glass. Ambience was .... open and inviting. Casual place to meet with friends and enjoy food and drinks. Our food arrived in timely manner. 1/4 chicken reminded me of Costco rotisserie chicken. The little muffin bread was identical to Nick's bbq. Finding out that it's the same owner. Overall, I was happy with the food, drink specials and quick service. read more

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Me and my girlfriend love trying new local chicken places. We saw this location driving through southland, we decided to stop for lunch and give it a try. We got the Six Finger Feast it comes with six fingers and 2 sides we got fries and potato wedges, the chicken had a good crunch batter. The sides were good I'd recommend the wedges over the fires with the fries being a little soggy. It is a walk up order type of setting and they will give you a ticket number and you pick your seating. read more

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We have been here about a dozen times and our last visit was not like the rest! Usually the chicken wings are plump, large and juicy. The ones we recently had were tiny, overcooked and tasteless. We were disappointed to say the least. read more

Waldos Chicken And Beer - Southern Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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I ordered the BLT Chicken Sandwich which came with Mac and Cheese, I could have gotten Fries, but decided on Mac and Cheese, I also ordered 2 biscuits (which were rather small. The Mac and Cheese was Delicious, and he told me they make it fresh every morning. , thick and had wonderful cheddar cheese taste. The BLT Chicken Sandwich had Mayo and honey mustard with lettuce, it was on toasted bread, was also very tasty. The guy at the drive thru window was incredibly helpful, which I sincerely appreciated. This restaurant is in the Southlands shopping center, in Aurora, CO. I would definitely recommend eating here. read more

Fried chicken. Yum! A new place to try and boy am I glad I did. I was welcomed by the staff and clearly appeared a newbie so was offered a menu and suggestions on various menu options, sauces and sides. BBQ and Jalapeño ranch were my choices with the chicken tenders. Plus Cole slaw and then they offered a complimentary order of their biscuits. Wow, those were amazing with their honey butter. Then the chicken came. Deliciously tender and well seasoned. Fires and coleslaw great too. Staff even came by to check on us several times to make sure everything was good. Great meal! Great service! read more

Waldos Chicken And Beer - 6 piece combo for chicken tenders. With fries and coleslaw. - Southern Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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I love this place but why not add mashed potatoes and brown gravy to the mix? That's my biggest complaint. Other than that I love this spot when I'm feeling lazy and want some decent fried chicken this is where I go. read more