4.8 – 162 reviews • Chicken restaurant
Chicken Shack – Comfort Food Near the Beach
Located in New Smyrna Beach, Chicken Shack serves up classic comfort food that feels just like home—perfect after a day on the sand, a golf outing or out on the boat. Our signature pressure-fried chicken is golden and crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. We offer a rotating selection of homemade sides such as mashed potatoes and gravy, smoked green beans, buttery corn off the cob, corn on the cob, and Southern-style collard greens. Don’t forget to try our weekly homemade desserts! Whether you’re dining solo or feeding the whole family, Chicken Shack is your go-to local spot for satisfying the pickiest eater with down-home cooking made with love.
24-hour buttermilk-fried chicken tenders with a choice of sauces, plus chicken burgers & Buffalo chicken wings.
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Meghan Loscheider
When I say this was the best fried chicken I’ve ever had, I am not exaggerating. The owner was working the counter and shared that it’s his grandmother’s recipe—and you can absolutely taste the love in it. Perfectly crispy outside that is seasoned to perfection , juicy tender meat, and literally finger-licking good. My mom had the pulled pork and it was fantastic as well—tender, flavorful, and just as memorable. This is the kind of food that makes you want to come back again and again. To bad I don’t live here!
… moreMallory Allen
Craig, the owner and mastermind behind the menu is wholesome and makes some amazing food! The fried chicken is incredible every time, never over cooked and perfectly seasoned. The greens are the best I’ve had from any restaurant, ever. The mashed potatoes with gravy always hit and somehow even the green beans taste like they were made with love.
You literally can’t go wrong with anything on the menu, every time we order the quality is consistently perfect and you’re always greeted with a smile.
I love supporting local businesses, love it even more when it tastes this good.
If you haven’t tried Chicken shack yet, what are you waiting for???
… moreJoseph
I don’t usually leave reviews, but I stopped by randomly just because I was craving fried chicken, just to find the best fried chicken I’ve ever had while living in Florida. Crispy and well seasoned on the outside, juicy on the inside.
Craig is the coolest, kindest, and down to earth owner I’ve ever met, just my interaction with him (before the food) was enough to make me wanna come back
… morePete Peterson
I love the decor. Place has a nice beachy vibe. The owner is very friendly and totally cool. Now the food. He told me it would be the best fried chicken ive ever had. It absolutely is. 100% THE best fried chicken i have ever had hands down. His sides are all 10’s as well. Seriously. And make sure you get at least three pieces cause two is not going to be enough. Its that good. Spectacular.
… moreChristy McGuigan
I had heard many people rave about the fried chicken. Today, I drove to NSB and the reviews were correct. Chicken Shack has incredible cooked to order fried chicken. The mashed potatoes and gravy were delicious too.
I’m a fan of supporting small business.. especially ones with a heart towards what their craft is. Chicken Shack is all that and more!! I will definitely make the drive down from Ormond Beach to the Chicken Shack again
… moreLarry
Had a great experience at the Chicken Shack The service was great, and the chicken was outstanding.
As well as greens and mashed potatoes. Being an upstate new york guy, two thumbs up Craig. Keep up the great work. Will be seeing you soon and bring in you some customers.Thank you, buddy.Have a great day and stay blessed .
… moreKimberly Smith
The food is delicious. Best chicken in Florida. The owner is super chill and so nice always pleasant when we eat there. The vibe of the place is relaxing and enjoyable. You can sit and eat a home cooked meal in peace and good company.
… moreChenavia Ruffin
My family and I visited the Chicken Shack for the first time on 7/25/2025, and everything was fresh, seasoned well, and taste delicious! The customer service we received made us feel like we were visiting a family member’s house. We will definitely be visiting again.
… moreKristy Barber
Loved the grandmother’s recipes. Fried chicken out of this world, mashed potatoes & gravy were uniquely delicious & the greens tasted like our Mammy made them! Dining area was very clean & the atmosphere was a relaxed vibe. Highly recommend
… morePamela Lemieux
This was our first visit at The Chicken Shack in NSB. It was the best fried chicken we have ever had (and we are 74 yrs old)! Cute atmosphere and the owner was very friendly! We can’t wait to go back!
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