Best Hot Chicken in Los Angeles

3 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Cafe Birdie
Cafe Birdie
91/100 (1118 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Late Night
Birdie Burger
Mushroom Soft Scramble
Hamachi Crudo
Pistachio Pesto and Ragu
Charred Broccolini
Paired Cocktail
Braised Meatballs
Beets & Berries
Moroccan-Spiced Fried Chicken
Pasta
Pink Mimosa
Salad
Steak & Eggs
Pesto
Hot Chicken
Espresso
Spaghetti Alla Gricia
Shakshuka
Mushroom Toast
Date Cake
Pork Neck
Shrimp & Grits
Fennel Sausage Ragu
Mediterranean
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Reservations
Late Night
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"First time here, service was impeccable. Food was amazing. We ordered a few dishes to share, very flavorful. Missing a picture of the steak..."
Cecilia Nakajima
"Need to come back! Had a large group and we sat in the back patio. It was warm enough I took my jacket off in 45 degree weather. We got the..."
Sonja Midtune
"Wowza! Hands down the best fried chicken I have ever had (and I’ve had a lot). First time here and it’s a lovely spot. Cool vibes and exceptional..."
Elizabeth Podlesnik
"Food is above average but I wouldn’t go out of my way for it. You’re here for the airy and bright decor (for brunch anyways) and the laid back..."
Timothy Ip
"Stopped by with a few friends and enjoyed the shared plate type dining. I recommend about six plates for a group of four. Beet Salad had such a great..."
Zac Hughes
"Pretty good small plates restaurant. Check our happy hour for discounted food and drinks! Salmon was really tasty and the burger was..."
Vera Smirnova Koutnik
"Great cocktails, great food, great ambiance and the bartender was super nice. The staff however were super unprofessional. Standing by our seats at..."
Amanda Morse
"Atmosphere: Trendy hipster and romantic date night! Or even for a girls hangout. Cute and classy. We sat in the outside area in an alley with..."
Stephanie Do
"I had the Sat brunch bacon egg biscuit and small house salad option. Both were excellent. The iced chai tea drink was very good too. Servers were..."
Verna Ferguson
"We strolled the area yesterday and were more fascinated each time. We enjoyed the happy hour - and the crispy cauliflower and the beet and fig salad..."
Guido Karp
"Such a wonderful, cozy place, and such incredible food. Excellent for an intimate dinner for two, a family, and especially a medium sized group of..."
Rob Russell
"The atmosphere is nice. Food was delicious. Love that you can bring your own wine. Service was great. Only Moroccan chicken...mm... I have a quick..."
Zivile Crawford
"Food is amazing. Drinks are on point. Staff is fantastic and friendly. I would bathe in the Nutella if I..."
lindiwe stenberg
"Surprise find in Highland Park. Food is really good, enjoyed in a relaxed and thought out location. Will come back for dinner and their crafted..."
Esteban Carrillo
Howlin Ray’s
Howlin Ray’s
90/100 (4236 ratings)
Quick Bites
American
American
Lunch
Wings
Vinegar Slaw
Collard Greens
Waffles
Macaroni Salad
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Sandwich
Hot Chicken
Pulled Pork
Shake Fries
Banana Pudding
Chicken & Waffles
Fried chicken
Salty
Tenders
Hamburger
Chicken Wings
The Sandwich
Fried Pickles
Comeback Sauce
Sando Chicken Sandwich Medium
Sandwiches
Chicken Sandwich Medium Heat
Salad
Hot Chicken Sando
American
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"So we were recommended to try the chicken here. Really enjoyed the chicken, though be warned, the 'hot' is really spicy. I typically eat spicy food..."
Rajina Sujanthan
"The food is great even when cold. DO NOT use delivery. They took over an hour to get to us, and I had to listen to the driver complain about how hard..."
Alex DeMartino
"I was super excited to check out Howlin’ Ray’s one of the last few spots that serve hot chicken that I’ve been wanting to try. First of all..."
Dante Wilson
"I will say the chicken sandwich was very good, but I would not stand in line for more than one hour. Luckily I was in line for about 40 to 45 minutes..."
Ralph Flores
"Although we queued for close to an hour but the chicken was worth the wait. Chicken was juicy (beware of the spice), slaw was well balanced, banana..."
Abby T
"We found this restaurant from the above reviews on Google Maps. I am very satisfied with my choice to the extent that I will go again. It is very..."
Fahimeh
"Best Nashville hot chicken in LA (and maybe all of California)! The wait used to be 1-2hrs, but since the Pasadena location opened for sit down..."
Leon Anh
"What really shines here is their amazing customer service. I am amazed how friendly and helpful they are. Their chicken sando will be the best you..."
Yunah Hahn
"For those of you spicy lovers like me, THIS PLACE IS IT! The hot is definitely sort of spicy! Everything above that is definitely fighting territory..."
Christian Pham
"First off they have a fantastic staff. Super friendly and very nice. Great Food, Large portions, and if u want the heat.. they can bring it!! Only..."
Its Me
Al's Hot Chicken
70/100 ( ratings)
Restaurants
Curly Fries
Extra Pickles
Hot Chicken
Chicken Wings
Fried Pickles
Spicy Chicken Breast
Waffle with Syrup
Chicken Sandwich Medium
Waffles 2 pcs Breast & Wing
2 Waffles Breast & Wing
Chicken Strips Combo 3 Jumbo Strips
Al's Honey Sauce
The Nash Sandwich Combo 1
Banana Pudding
Combo 2