Casual spot for classic American eats including the namesake chicken pot pie & baked goods.
Quality Queen
I love the nostalgia of this restaurant since its been there since 1938. I came for the chicken pot pie which I love. The pie itself only contains chicken but you get a side of mashed and vegetables as well. They had corn on the day we went. The beer is cheap at $6.85 a glass, my hubby had a cider which was $6. The kids had Mac n cheese and my husband ordered the fried chicken. We had a side of French fries as well. The fries were good. The kids said the Mac was a 3/10, I didn’t try it. My husband did not like the fried chicken, he makes a pretty mean fried chicken himself. The waitress Karen seemed super frazzled and was all over the place. She’s a bit older and I felt for her because she seemed like she was the only waitress in the place but lacked in service due to this.
… moreMedina 619
San Diego Chicken Pie Shop is classic comfort food done right. The fried chicken was crispy on the outside and tender inside, and the chicken pie was packed with flavor and covered in delicious gravy. The mashed potatoes and veggies tasted fresh and made the whole plate feel like a home-cooked meal.
Portions are big, the food comes out hot, and everything feels homemade. It’s one of those spots that gives you that old-school diner vibe — simple, satisfying, and reliable every time. If you’re craving comfort food, this place definitely hits the spot.
… moreVanessa V.
The food is very tasty , but the guy who greeted us was a bit rude, as if he wanted us to order drinks quickly. Then a nice waiter took our order, and everything was super fast. The place looks a little old, and the floor was dirty, but despite that, we will definitely be coming back.
… moreElisabeth Kersten
This place is a real gem! And old school American diner restaurant, obsessed with chicken and sports! So cool
That they have drawings of sports men on the walls. Excellent price for a full course menu! Great for families!
… moreTonia Shump
San Diego Pot Pie is such a hidden gem. I picked up a to-go order and everything was exactly what you want when you’re craving real comfort food. The chicken noodle soup was hearty, the biscuits were perfect, and the rhubarb pie and chocolate pudding pie were both incredible, not overly sweet either
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And the giant cinnamon roll? Absolute must if you’re ordering for a few people. One is plenty for four people and worth every bite. This is the kind of place you go when you want food that feels thoughtful, nostalgic, and genuinely made with care. Highly recommend trying this spot.
… moreSuzanne Cooper
This place is so so good! My entree came with basically everything AND to my astonishment a slice of homemade pie came with it too! Tom got their fancy breakfast… chicken pot pie with country gravy, 2 fried eggs, sausages, and hash browns. I brought half of mine home. And bonus… they accept SD Restaurant discount cards from Costco.
… moreJoan Huff
Best chicken pie ever. Been there for 87 years and still serving great food! Chicken pie dinner includes vegetable coleslaw dinner roll and dessert. Best deal anywhere. Comfort food at its best. Great Mac n cheese too plus other great foods. A must visit.
… moreJay Hughes
The food was super good, the crispy chicken salad was huge and delicious the burger was fantastic with perfect toasted bund a crisp huge slice of tomato and red union made the for one super delicious burger. The chicken and waffles were amazing too. Definitely recome if you have a big family or enjoy solo. The prices were crazy especially since the portions were great for what you pay!!
… moreKevin Landry
After spending the morning and early afternoon with my sisters we decided to enjoy a nice lunch together. I recommended the Chicken Pie Shop. Both haven’t been here in many years. They decided to stick to the original chicken pie however I ventured with the chicken breast sandwich. Of course I indulged with (2) glasses of the San Diego Brewing IPA and I was not disappointed especially @ less than $7.00 per glass, what a value. Our waitress was awesome and the service was “off the chart” good. The food was fantastic especially the crispy delicious fries! Both of my Sisters were very impressed with the diversity of the menu and they said they definitely want to come back soon! This establishment offers consistently great food and service each and every visit. I Love this place and I promise you will also. Give it a try if you haven’t already.
… moreisrael gold
It breaks my heart giving the Chicken Pie Shop 4 stars, seeing as I’ve gone since I was a kid. But unfortunately the quality hasn’t been the same as of lately. Food either seems overseasoned (too much salt in the potatoes) or underwhelming (coleslaw way too bland). But as I’ve said in NUMEROUS reviews – everybody has an off day and maybe I’ve just been hitting on the off days. Still some of the best chicken, hands down the best chicken pot pies, and the staff are some of the sweetest most welcoming people I’ve ever met. Hoping for my inevitable next visit, they get that 5th star back
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