Cha Cha Chicken is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

1. Cha Cha Chicken

9.0
1906 Ocean Ave (at Pico Blvd.), Santa Monica, CA
Caribbean Restaurant · Ocean Park · 172 tips and reviews

KCRWKCRW: What's not to love? Patio dining near the beach, coconut fried chicken goodness, super spicy jerk sauce, BYOB (Yeah!) and the best part, you can use your KCRW Fringe Benefits card! We go every week!

Carly J.Carly Jamieson: One of the best eats in LA- coconut fried chicken (go boneless) w plantains. Yum dum.

Brad K.Brad Kwaterski: The coconut chicken was amazing! Get the 1/4 chicken as it is plenty of food. And be sure to get a lemonade!

Bru's Wiffle - A Waffle Joint is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

2. Bru's Wiffle - A Waffle Joint

8.3
2408 Wilshire Blvd (at 24th St), Santa Monica, CA
Breakfast Spot · 123 tips and reviews

Dominique C.Dominique Cherelle: we came for the fried chicken and waffles and fell in love with them AND their chai latte. if you're a fan of chai lattes, GET ONE!

kim h.kim halverson: chicken & waffles, can't go wrong. they always have a cucumber or lemon or something fresh infused water :)

Tina T.Tina Trankiem: Fried chicken & waffles are delish!! Don't forget to order any kf the dessert waffles too, or make your own!

The Misfit Restaurant + Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

3. The Misfit Restaurant + Bar

8.9
225 Santa Monica Blvd (at 2nd St), Santa Monica, CA
American Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 349 tips and reviews

Sarah L.Sarah LeCroy: We loved: chickpea wraps, bacon wrapped dates, the fried chicken sandwich and the yellow jacket cocktail. All delicious!

NicoleNicole: Try the fried chicken sandwich...crispy with a great spicy tangy sauce. Brussel sprout salad also very good. And the chocolate chip cookie is icing on the cake at the end. A must stop place!

SadeemSadeem: Mac & chees is spicy and yummy , chicken burger and misfit burger are good. Atmosphere is nice , worth coming again.

Tender Greens is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

4. Tender Greens

9.1
201 Arizona Ave (at 2nd St), Santa Monica, CA
Salad Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 161 tips and reviews

Patrick H.Patrick Hinds: For sides, the mashed potatoes and Kale salad are BOMB!!! For mains, the steak and chipotle chicken are insanely delicious!

kim h.kim halverson: Chinese chicken salad & mint lemonade, perfectly simple.

Global H.Global Highlander: Great chipotle chicken sandwich, wonderful salads, pleasant carrot cake, and passable french press coffee.

Veggie Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

5. Veggie Grill

8.5
2025 Wilshire Blvd (at 21st St), Santa Monica, CA
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Wilshire-Montana · 87 tips and reviews

Fred A.Fred A.J.: Def. try the All Hail Kale with Tempeh... and the Buffalo Wings, which aren't on the menu... you won't regret it!

Fred A.Fred A.J.: "All Hail Kale" with Tempeh is a perfect balance... and I came never resist their Buffalo Wings, which aren't on the menu yet!

Karen H.Karen Hohman Almeida: 90 some odd % of those who eat here are not vegan. The food is really that good. Try the mashed potatoes and gravy, the crispy chicken sandwich, and the veggie cheeseburger. They will blow your mind!

R+D Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

6. R+D Kitchen

8.5
1323 Montana Ave (at 14th St), Santa Monica, CA
Gastropub · North of Montana · 115 tips and reviews

Jake K.Jake Keller: Best fried chicken sandwich you will ever have!

Rumana S.Rumana Siddiky: Everything is good - including amazing service. The chicken sandwich and Asian chicken salad are both delicious.

Sophie S.Sophie Song: Crispy chicken sandwich is to die for. Sauce/vinaigrette on the slaw is sooo delicious, chicken stays crunchy, bread is so so good. I’m obsessed!

California Chicken Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

7. California Chicken Cafe

8.0
2401 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
American Restaurant · 48 tips and reviews

Ningbo J.Ningbo Jones: 1/4 chicken is awesome!

Nina N.Nina N: Delicious chicken and yummy pita along with scrumptious sides to choose from? Oh yes!

JoJo J.JoJo Jenkins: Everything is good! Wraps, Salads, Soups, Pasta, Chicken ☺️ IJS

Bruxie is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

8. Bruxie

7.7
1412 3rd St Promenade, Santa Monica, CA
Fried Chicken Joint · Downtown Santa Monica · 36 tips and reviews

MohammedMohammed: Original Chicken and waffles doused in maple syrup is so good and recommended.

Alothman M.Alothman Musab: Chicken tenders and original waffle are awesome

AlanoodAlanood: Fried chicken waffle and Chicken tenders to die for

Fritto Misto is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

9. Fritto Misto

8.3
620 Santa Monica Blvd. #A (7th St.), Santa Monica, CA
Italian Restaurant · Westside · 125 tips and reviews

roxan63roxan63: casual trattoria - make your own dish -you can choose your favorite pasta, source and topping like chicken or seafood or vegetable and so on.

Shawn H.Shawn Hermes: The food and service are great. I highly recommend the Chicken Marsala or Jumbo Raviolis. If it is your first visit, they will most likely give you a free dessert.

Steve M.Steve McDonnell: Great bread and small garden salad w grilled chicken is a good, healthy option. You can also substitute raw or sauteed veggies for pasta. Great restaurant but not your 'classic itallian' place.

Farmshop is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

10. Farmshop

8.8
225 26th St, Santa Monica, CA
American Restaurant · Brentwood · 69 tips and reviews

Michael A.Michael Armijo: The poached chicken salad is pure perfection. I had the pasta of the day the last time & was also quite pleased. :p

Lizzie N.Lizzie Nodell: What a fantastic dinner! Chicken liver mousse is a must.

Chefs FeedChefs Feed: Brendan Collins, chef of Waterloo & City, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Herbed fried chicken. Read more.

Mendocino Farms is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

11. Mendocino Farms

9.1
631 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Sandwich Spot · Wilshire-Montana · 27 tips and reviews

Anthony R.Anthony Requia: Love this place. The not so fried chicken is delicious and the chocolate chips cookies are good too.

ashley t.ashley tevatia: Amazing sandwiches! Pork belly banh mi, not so fried chicken. Don't forget to try the sides - curried couscous is amazing.

Huaisi C.Huaisi Cen: Love the chicken sandwich, doesn't looks fancy but taste great!

Sunny Blue is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

12. Sunny Blue

8.7
2728 Main St (at Hill St), Santa Monica, CA
Japanese Restaurant · Ocean Park · 77 tips and reviews

Tony B.Tony Biel: Really unique, healthy goodness. If you are down in SM on Main Street check it out. Worth it! Try the Miso Beef, Kara Tuna, and Chicken Curry. Yum!!!

Tiffany P.Tiffany Prugpichailers: Miso beef, spicy salmon, Tokyo tori, and chicken curry are all amazing!

Blake M.Blake Meier: Try every kind but you can't go wrong with the chicken.

Sunnin Lebanese Cuisine is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

13. Sunnin Lebanese Cuisine

8.2
525 Santa Monica Blvd #120 (at 6th St), Santa Monica, CA
Lebanese Restaurant · Los angeles · 22 tips and reviews

Melanie M.Melanie Martin: Fried cauliflower, chicken kebab and babaghanoush were all excellent.

Jason K.Jason K: Chicken shawarma wrap and babaganoush is the way to go.

GG: One of the best Lebanese food... tastey chicken shawarma, hummus and kufta was the best 💘

The Library Alehouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

14. The Library Alehouse

8.5
2911 Main St (btwn Kinney St & Ashland Ave), Santa Monica, CA
Gastropub · Ocean Park · 137 tips and reviews

Kathy D.Kathy Diaz: Enjoyed the fried chicken and mash here

Love C.Love C.: Cobb Salad is prepared with turkey instead of chicken (yay!) and is delicious!

Lisa Jey D.Lisa Jey Davis: Try the new Main Street salad with organic chicken breast and half balsamic dressing, half coriander vinaigrette. Amazing.

Big Dean's Ocean Front Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Chicken in Santa Monica.

15. Big Dean's Ocean Front Cafe

8.8
1615 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA
Beer Garden · Downtown Santa Monica · 58 tips and reviews

Chas H.Chas Hollis: some of the best wings in town

Krissy J.Krissy Johnston-Lawson: Chicken nachos are great!!!

Heidi L.Heidi Lumina: The best chicken Nachos of LIFE!!!!