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This spacious, modern counter serve draws crowds for its fried chicken plates & creative sandwiches.
Hours
| Friday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 10:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 196 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Phone: (877) 230-1416
Website: https://crackshack.com/
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Reservations: opentable.com
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Reviews
Caroline Whitehead
We got whatever their original basic chicken sandwich is and a loaded fry. The fries were phenomenal and lowkey more worth the price than the sandwich. They were very shareable and loaded up with meat. The sandwich was good. I think because it was very hot and very fresh it tasted better than it actually is. The cool think about this place is they have a sauce bar with all these super good sauces and you can just have as much as you like. I use so much ranch so not paying for extra sauce is needed for me to have a good time at a restaurant. It is expensive, but I say it was worth it. I am so mad the Crack Shack in my home town closed. They also have a gluten free breaded sandwich which is cool cuz a lot of chicken places just make you get the grilled if you are gluten free so that is cool. My gluten free friend said it was really good.
… moreEthan Hoopes
I really liked this restaurant! I ordered the Firebird and the taste accompanied with pickles was perfect. The sauces they had out were great, especially the BBQ. I am excited to come here five or six more times to try different items on the menu because this was such an incredible restaurant!
… moreGenevieve Weaver
Never been to a Crack Shack but was craving a Popeyes type crunchy chicken. Felt like this was the place to compete.
First off, atmosphere was fire. Open, airy, almost like your outside but you’re not. Loved it. Doors were open adding to the outside backyard feel and the TVs were perfectly placed, enough to keep you eye if you wanted but without feeling like there were too many, as some places are.
Got there a lil after 8, and it was immediately clear this place has fans. Even as it got closer to closing, the parking lot was full! And I saw another father son dui heading inside as we were leaving at 8:52! Steady energy.
Service was strong. Our bartender Calvin, was friendly and attentive. Never had to search him out since he checked in often.
Got two sandwiches, half bird, don pastor fries and the cole slaw between the three of us. Fried chicken had a great crunch and was juicy inside, though it was a little plain. So you have to add some sauce options which they give you in a basket. Ranch was clutch but the sriracha aioli was the home run. Great flavor, not too overpowering but still delicious.
Hearty firebird sandwich brought onion + onion + chicken + sauce together in a great combo. Too big for me to finish with the fries though. Slaw had pickles and that just wasn’t my preference. Fries were alright, felt like again the chicken was plain but I get they keep it simple so you can sauce it up how you like because it was cooked to perfection. And with chicken, thats what it comes down to.
… moreFirst off, atmosphere was fire. Open, airy, almost like your outside but you’re not. Loved it. Doors were open adding to the outside backyard feel and the TVs were perfectly placed, enough to keep you eye if you wanted but without feeling like there were too many, as some places are.
Got there a lil after 8, and it was immediately clear this place has fans. Even as it got closer to closing, the parking lot was full! And I saw another father son dui heading inside as we were leaving at 8:52! Steady energy.
Service was strong. Our bartender Calvin, was friendly and attentive. Never had to search him out since he checked in often.
Got two sandwiches, half bird, don pastor fries and the cole slaw between the three of us. Fried chicken had a great crunch and was juicy inside, though it was a little plain. So you have to add some sauce options which they give you in a basket. Ranch was clutch but the sriracha aioli was the home run. Great flavor, not too overpowering but still delicious.
Hearty firebird sandwich brought onion + onion + chicken + sauce together in a great combo. Too big for me to finish with the fries though. Slaw had pickles and that just wasn’t my preference. Fries were alright, felt like again the chicken was plain but I get they keep it simple so you can sauce it up how you like because it was cooked to perfection. And with chicken, thats what it comes down to.
Luis Lavarreda
This is easily top 3 if not THE best chicken sandwich in LA/OC. The fries were crispy and flavorful. Don’t hesitate. Just get in line.
… moreBrad Roekle
Very cool chicken joint. The sandwiches I’ve had are fabulous and so tasty. Large helpings and fries are really good as well. This is the Italian one. So delicious.
… moreramya G
It’s located at corner of main street. Parking has to be done at roadside or backside . The ambiance is good . We have ordered firebird chicken sandwich and power bowl salad. Sandwich tasted good and we don’t like the power bowl chicken roasted too much tasted bitter and the sauce doesn’t taste good at all . Don’t like the running egg
… moreJoline Mcknight
Taste like the environment—the environment is kind of like a YT family friendly sports bar restaurant; so what that means is: the chicken is bland, not seasoned, definitely did not get the recipe from a southern grandma.
The power bowl is alright, mini biscuits are pretty fire, fries were burnt.
Come to hang out, you can bring your kids or your dog, there’s a cornhole toss. We probably won’t come again for the food though.
… moreThe power bowl is alright, mini biscuits are pretty fire, fries were burnt.
Come to hang out, you can bring your kids or your dog, there’s a cornhole toss. We probably won’t come again for the food though.
Lauren Dang
Good vibes and service, but the food is questionable …
The place itself has a very comfortable and inviting atmosphere. We came at night so it was quite crowded and everyone seemed to be having lots of fun. The menu has a decent range of options to choose from as well as a bar with a separate menu.
* Jidori Tender Combo: 6/10 – tenders were small and didn’t have any breading
Not sure if it’s just us, but my sister had a terrible stomachache after eating from here. She searched online to see if other people had similar experiences from ordering the same item and it seems that they did. We’ll come back to try the food again and see if the same thing happens.
Although the address is listed in Costa Mesa, I’d say it’s more on the edge of Costa Mesa and pushing toward Newport Beach. The parking in the back can get quite crowded at peak times so it might be tough finding a spot. There were tons of seating inside and a sauce bar as well.
Slightly disappointed.
… moreThe place itself has a very comfortable and inviting atmosphere. We came at night so it was quite crowded and everyone seemed to be having lots of fun. The menu has a decent range of options to choose from as well as a bar with a separate menu.
* Jidori Tender Combo: 6/10 – tenders were small and didn’t have any breading
Not sure if it’s just us, but my sister had a terrible stomachache after eating from here. She searched online to see if other people had similar experiences from ordering the same item and it seems that they did. We’ll come back to try the food again and see if the same thing happens.
Although the address is listed in Costa Mesa, I’d say it’s more on the edge of Costa Mesa and pushing toward Newport Beach. The parking in the back can get quite crowded at peak times so it might be tough finding a spot. There were tons of seating inside and a sauce bar as well.
Slightly disappointed.
yuviav martinez
never again. i wanted to try this place for the longest and very disappointed to say the least the chicken tenders are so small the fries are super greasy. don’t waste your money.
… moreYassi Sadri
Location is good, parking is easy since it’s directly in the back, friendly staff. I ordered one half chicken and 2 kids tenders. The half chicken was delicious, slightly on the greasy side but good spice and great crunchy texture. The kids chicken tender on the other hand too spicy with black pepper for kids, the fries was old looking and super greasy. It tasted and looked like re-heated/re-fried previously made fries which was unfortunate. But the kids LOVED the giant cookie their foods came with. Overall not too bad for the price and ambiance
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