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At Surf Up Chicken, we’re not just about crispy chicken; we’re about crafting an exceptional chicken experience. Our story began in a small kitchen, where we set out to create the perfect crispy chicken. What we ended up with was a masterpiece – World Famous Crispy Chicken.
Hours
| Friday | 10:30 AM–3 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 10:30 AM–3 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM–3 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM–3 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM–3 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 5661 Palmer Way B, Carlsbad, CA 92010
Phone: (760) 470-4440
Website: https://www.surfupchicken.com/
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Reviews
Jake Martinez
Just had a fantastic experience as “Surfs Up Chicken”. The Chicken was absolutely incredible, the fries were on point, and the Shrimp Wrap was on another level!! The drinks were very good as well. We got the Thai tea, and the lime iced tea.
I can’t say enough on how great this place is. The prices were very great for the value you get.
If you are looking for a great place to eat check it out you won’t be disappointed
… moreI can’t say enough on how great this place is. The prices were very great for the value you get.
If you are looking for a great place to eat check it out you won’t be disappointed
Shelly Shi
Was visiting at a nearby business, came across this place for a quick lunch to go. Got the Crispy Chicken and Thai tea. Very friendly service and good tasting chicken with the variety of sauces.
… moreKaty Chen
I’ve been here 4 times already and each time I’ve come, I’ve brought new family members who are happy with their food & service and want to return! It’s lovely to be greeted and served by friendly staff like Veronica and the food has been consistently delicious! It makes me happy that I don’t have to pay extra for sauces, which are tasty and homemade. Honestly, what makes this hidden gem extra special to me is that this is a business that shares God’s love and His Word with us openly. Thank you for being a great place to eat and for serving the community!
8/30/25 UPDATE:
My brother is visiting from Asia and asked where I’d suggest we go for dinner last night. So I said, “Wanna try my fav fried chicken place?!” He travels the world eating food too fancy for my budget and he thought Surf’s Up chicken, fries, and sauce were delicious!
Shout out to OLLIE for being welcoming, upbeat, friendly, and fun, even when we were there at the last hour of his shift. He even inspired my high schooler to want a part time job there!
I’ve got more family & friends to bring. Keep up the excellence in everything you do Surf’s Up! See y’all next time!
9/10/2025 UPDATE
Brought my childhood friend, Emmie, who was visiting from LA. She loved the crispy shrimp and has been craving it since returning home.
9/15/2025 UPDATE
My college BFF, Connie, visiting from Boston, brought a Surf Up spread to my house because I’ve told her so much about this place. Her elderly mom who is a stroke victim ate and enjoyed 14 crispy shrimp.
9/18/2025 UPDATE
It was my dear friend, Jennifer’s birthday yesterday. It has been on our
list for many months, to have lunch here so we finally did it! Btw, the grass jelly dessert was the best I’ve ever had and it brings back childhood memories❤️
… more8/30/25 UPDATE:
My brother is visiting from Asia and asked where I’d suggest we go for dinner last night. So I said, “Wanna try my fav fried chicken place?!” He travels the world eating food too fancy for my budget and he thought Surf’s Up chicken, fries, and sauce were delicious!
Shout out to OLLIE for being welcoming, upbeat, friendly, and fun, even when we were there at the last hour of his shift. He even inspired my high schooler to want a part time job there!
I’ve got more family & friends to bring. Keep up the excellence in everything you do Surf’s Up! See y’all next time!
9/10/2025 UPDATE
Brought my childhood friend, Emmie, who was visiting from LA. She loved the crispy shrimp and has been craving it since returning home.
9/15/2025 UPDATE
My college BFF, Connie, visiting from Boston, brought a Surf Up spread to my house because I’ve told her so much about this place. Her elderly mom who is a stroke victim ate and enjoyed 14 crispy shrimp.
9/18/2025 UPDATE
It was my dear friend, Jennifer’s birthday yesterday. It has been on our
list for many months, to have lunch here so we finally did it! Btw, the grass jelly dessert was the best I’ve ever had and it brings back childhood memories❤️
Roger Post
In short: great food, great value, great service!!
I have a voracious appetite and I was completely stuffed after spending less than $14 on my meal. I had the Cheesy Crispy Chicken, side of Spaghetti, and Texas Toast. They have a really unique and diverse menu and everything I had was delicious! Super friendly staff too.
You won’t find a better value for the quality of food anywhere else in North County. Thank you Surf Up Chicken!! I’ll be back to try the rest of the menu.
… moreI have a voracious appetite and I was completely stuffed after spending less than $14 on my meal. I had the Cheesy Crispy Chicken, side of Spaghetti, and Texas Toast. They have a really unique and diverse menu and everything I had was delicious! Super friendly staff too.
You won’t find a better value for the quality of food anywhere else in North County. Thank you Surf Up Chicken!! I’ll be back to try the rest of the menu.
Melinda Phetdara
The chicken was so crispy, crunchy and delicious!!! Everything was flavorful, from all the dipping sauces, steamed broccoli, and the texas toast! I’m sure everything else on the menu was tasty as well. I wish I had pics of my food, but it was THAT YUMMY that I inhaled it! I think we ran into the owners and they were the nicest people! Their family business reminded me of my family’s donut shop. I love supporting small businesses! I highly recommend this place!!
… moreElisa Hoffman
BEST. CHICKEN. EVER!!! If you want melt in your mouth, tender, juicy chicken bites, you gotta come here. Lightly breaded and fried, they marinate the chicken for 3 days and you can taste the quality. You must also order the fries!! Cooked to perfection, they’re just the right amount of crispy. We also tried the rice, broccoli and cookie. 10/10 recommend!! The owners are wonderful as well. Come get your chicken here!
… moreTroy Tom
Their chicken & shrimp are delicious and the boba drinks so freakin fresh! Many places have stale or not tasty boba in their drinks. Try all the sauces… you won’t go wrong!
Best time to go for a VERY limited time is 2-3p before they close at 3p. You can get a $5.25 boba drink for free with the purchase of one of their chicken bowls.
… moreBest time to go for a VERY limited time is 2-3p before they close at 3p. You can get a $5.25 boba drink for free with the purchase of one of their chicken bowls.
Karina Martinez
Love that they extended their hours so now I can enjoy after work. Their crispy chicken is amazing with the sweet and sour sauce that is served along the egg rolls – which by the way are AMAZING. Alsooooo, the spaghetti pairs very well with the crispy chicken.
Very reasonably priced!
… moreVery reasonably priced!
Henry Voros
You ever have one of those days at work when you’re so busy that allocating a few minutes for lunch seems like an unlikely aspiration? On those days mere survival appears to be the most reasonable goal and time to eat is a cute luxury afforded to others.
When I was still working I recall on more than one occasion ordering something (typically at a drive thru) based upon some glam shot on the window. This form of deceptive advertising always left me wanting when I opened the bag and unwrapped something doing a very poor imitation of the item championed on their ginormous color poster. It always felt like I was another losing participant at one of those street shell games only to find out that the meal I thought I had ordered was actually under the cup on the right.
That exasperated destination is exactly where I figured I was headed when I visited “Surf Up Chicken.” I was intrigued by the featured picture of their “Crispy Chicken Sandwich” and wondered if there was any way it could taste nearly as good as portrayed. I figured no way, but was curious enough to find out.
Given my previously disclosed pessimism I decided to hedge my bets and also sample their “Crispy Chicken Taco”, “Chicken & Waffles”, “Thai Tea Boba”, and “Grass Jelly”. Surely something had to hit for me, right?
When my sandwich arrived it not only looked just as good as advertised, but it also tasted as good as it looked! The food quality here, and their fast-casual format, makes this a formidable opponent to their mega chain adversaries!
While there are several options for the sauce enthusiasts out there, it’s all about the “Yum Yum” sauce for me!
During my visit I noticed a Biblical reference printed on their bag (and given their commitment to truth in advertising) I’d recommend that they add another:
“Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
John 8:32
And that’s…Henry’s Take.
#truthinadvertising
#yumyumsauce
#megachainlunchalternatives
Hand model credit @danavoros
… moreWhen I was still working I recall on more than one occasion ordering something (typically at a drive thru) based upon some glam shot on the window. This form of deceptive advertising always left me wanting when I opened the bag and unwrapped something doing a very poor imitation of the item championed on their ginormous color poster. It always felt like I was another losing participant at one of those street shell games only to find out that the meal I thought I had ordered was actually under the cup on the right.
That exasperated destination is exactly where I figured I was headed when I visited “Surf Up Chicken.” I was intrigued by the featured picture of their “Crispy Chicken Sandwich” and wondered if there was any way it could taste nearly as good as portrayed. I figured no way, but was curious enough to find out.
Given my previously disclosed pessimism I decided to hedge my bets and also sample their “Crispy Chicken Taco”, “Chicken & Waffles”, “Thai Tea Boba”, and “Grass Jelly”. Surely something had to hit for me, right?
When my sandwich arrived it not only looked just as good as advertised, but it also tasted as good as it looked! The food quality here, and their fast-casual format, makes this a formidable opponent to their mega chain adversaries!
While there are several options for the sauce enthusiasts out there, it’s all about the “Yum Yum” sauce for me!
During my visit I noticed a Biblical reference printed on their bag (and given their commitment to truth in advertising) I’d recommend that they add another:
“Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
John 8:32
And that’s…Henry’s Take.
#truthinadvertising
#yumyumsauce
#megachainlunchalternatives
Hand model credit @danavoros
Melvin Robinson
The food was ok. I got the fried Chicken bites and Shrimp. My wife got the Shrimp Tacos. I usually like white meat chicken nuggets and this was dark meat. The Shrimps breading came off but were good. My wife enjoyed the Tacos.
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