Crack Shack

Concepted and founded by Michael Rosen and Top Chef's Richard Blais in 2015, The Crack Shack crafts both the chicken and the egg for you to enjoy with reckless abandon and the assurance that you're savoring every bite of locally raised, free-living chickens without a care or antibiotic in them--j...

9 / 10
363
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Address

2266 Kettner Blvd San Diego , CA 92101 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 57


Keywords:

fried chicken firebird casual lively border slaw biscuits french fries good for groups deviled eggs spacious chopped salad TVs outdoor seating good for a quick meal beer breakfast food crowded lunch sweet butter dinner
Justin Gianninoto

Warning: you may become addicted to this creatively-inspired menu including fried and grilled chicken sandwiches , house-made toppings, extensive craft beer selection and fun, outdoor ambiance. ????

Maya Byrne

Loved the deviled eggs ! They were super cold filled high and topped with crunchy bits. Biscuits with the sweet butter was delicious as was the spicy chicken sandwich

Kate McCormley

Awesome new addition to the neighborhood ! Outdoor seating is dog and kid friendly , and 3 TVs at the bar + bomb fried chicken will make this my new hungover Sunday football go-to. Two thumbs up!

Amanda Gianninoto

The firebird was AMAZING! The fruit slaw was surprisingly delicious & refreshing!! Drink menu was impressive. I'll definitely be back to try something new, or maybe I'll just get the firebird again :)

Alyssa Hirsch

The fried chicken sandwiches are great! I loved my Senor Croque and I had a bite of the Firebird which was good too. Fries were not my favorite. They were kind of salty for my taste.

Colleen Alarcon

We've been waiting to try this place- parking is difficult Very popular and busy. Fried chicken was OK, and cannot understand why it is ranked #1 in SD. Salads were great, the fries outstanding

Joey Hernandez

5 pc chicken is a good amount for two people (maybe get an appetizer ?) breading is super flavorful!

Mohammed

Chicken based menu, Mexican Poutine is a must. Fried chicken was so tasty.

Brett Venker

The Bloody Mary was one of the spiciest mixes I've ever had and I enjoy spicy food . Don't get it. The coop deville was phenomenal and the environment outside is cool

Hessa Al Zamel

Get the firebird sandwich ???? and for the sides go for the Schmaltz Fried fries and the chicken oysters ????????????????

Paul Smith

This was our furst time here and it wasnt the greatest experience. Cali dip was heavy on avocado and light on chicken . They were also diced which can be difficult with a dipped sandwich .

Raquel Manriquez

Truly delicious fried chicken . As fresh & clean as fried chicken can get! The mini biscuits were to-die-for!!!

Roger Ma

Free range chicken is the biz! A bit steep ($15 for 5 pcs) but totally worth it.

Amanda Reuss

A local favorite, Chef Richard Blais does not disappoint with premium fried chicken available in sandwich form. If you like spicy , try the firebird with some of the homemade sauces .

Josh Martin

Honest-to-goodness one of the best fried chicken sandwiches I’ve ever had. I loved that it wasn’t overly sloppy and they used a quality bun and onions .

Rando Cornbread

The Coop Deville, the deviled eggs , the Schmaltz fries . That's your drinking combination! Biscuits if you're the early enough and need a breakfast bite

Karen Chiang

The most chicken for your money is buying the 5 or 10 piece. 5 piece is enough for 2 people. Maybe get an appetizer too. Very flavorful and tender.

Craig Villamor

Great fried chicken down’t come cheap and neither do the beers , but this place is deliciously fun!

Michael Cabot

Wifey and I got the firebird and fries . It was good but not to die for. Fries are double fried. She liked them and I did not.

David Sickels

Chicken 's (Juicy) and all the sides are excellent. Try the "Border Slaw "

Ben Z ???? ????

The full menu is available for order at the bar . You can skip the long lines and order food and drink directly at the bar .

Wang Yuqing

Love their seasoned fried chicken and butter biscuits ! So good and yummy

Chris Mears

Everything is amazing but I definitely suggest the Baja Chop Salad with pollo Asado and classic slaw .

Charm B. Trippin

We all got a chicken sandwich and wished we ordered just the delicious chicken ! The sides are huge so share.

Tania Lanao

Fantastic casual place to spend time with friends and family. Never fails.

Sameer Raut

Firebird is a must have!

Martin Ong

Just get the chicken oysters

Alison DeBenedictis

Amazing fried chicken & the border slaw was refreshing!

Connie Chiu

Damn good. Biscuits with miso maple butter , chicken lollipop , thunderbird, and Mexican poutine .

Maximum Burger

Can’t go wrong with fried chicken sandwiches . Fries were just ok though

Glenn Rouhandeh

Chopped salad and chicken oysters with mustard sauce were very good!!

llonyort .

Best fried chicken I've had in SoCal.

insta SHINOBI

Damn, these happy hour sliders may be small but they’re delicious!

Joseph Le

Little pricey but the fries and fried chicken sandwiches here are delicious

Christian Feng

Skin makes the whole thing work. G bird is a healthy options . Fries are delicious

Anna

I just tried cocktail and it was good)

Scott Nietzel

Fried chicken , mini biscuits and deviled eggs for the win!

Kel

Everything!!

Cathy S.

The Senor Croque was butter dripping delicious

Tanya V

Great concept, very busy with locals

Hailey Nguyen

One of the best fried chicken I've ever had!

El Doosty

I was skeptical. Food is legit. Service could use some refinement.

Joseph Le

Try the Mexican poutine !

Tom Moore

Firebird and Mexican poutine fries .

Marike Van Rooyen

Good food, great for large groups

Rebecca Holliday

Everything

Roger Ma

Senor croquette !

Wijdan M

I don’t know how its rate is 9!!!! The service is zero, and the french fries is so dirty ! It’s taste oil rather than potato ! Also; the drinks machine doesn’t work well ! Coca cola’s taste is water!!!

Bob Young

Good Chicken but Not Great. Crispy coatings but over flavored with paprika .

Kate McCormley

Wifi password: crackwifi

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