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Big Chickie

5520 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98118
  • (206) 946-1519
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  • Margot D.

    We eat at Big Chickie more than anyplace else. First of all, everything is delicious. It's also such a versatile restaurant: one of the rare places you can go when you want to have a light meal (because you aren't too hungry or want to cut back on calories): (suuuper-juicy) chicken and kale slaw and corn salad, say. You can also go hog-wild and get the most delicious plantains you've ever had (I could eat them all day. Every day.) and cheesy potatoes that are the stuff of dreams (WHAT IS THE SECRET, FOLKS) and corn muffins that I always stock up on and freeze for later honey-drenched snacking. Big Chickie is also versatile in that you can get your food to go (it will taste fantastic even if you aren't eating for a little while, and it's a great thing to bring to a party or to friends who just had a baby - something we've done numerous times) or eat in such a cozy, warmly-lit dining area - great no matter the weather! It's the rare restaurant that is totally suitable for kids. I love watching them dance around the outdoor space and have a ball (and because the seating is outdoors, it's not too loud). Another plus: you know you'll be eating in no time because there's no waiting for your food! Fantastic after a long day at work when all you want to do is eat NOW. I'm also super-psyched to see Big Chickie expanding to lunch - and trying out new, seasonal menu items! The more Chickie the better, I say...

    (5)

  • Gabriel S.

    Tasty chicken, albeit a tad overpriced, with lots of sides that all delivered deliciously! And, the best part is, even my pseudo-vegetarian wife had plenty of choices, too! Win. Win.

    (4)

  • Allen U.

    Pollo A La Brasa--aka Peruvian chicken or Blackened chicken in the US and Charcoal Chicken in Australia is the star of the show--not fried--not breaded--almost health food--Two Grandma's got together and went to town on this 3 month old nature loving sorta outdoor restaurant--inside it's a cafeteria and the seating is outdoors in a clear plastic covered area--unique for sure--better in the summer but gas heated and not cold in the winter--you can go small with the 1/4 chicken either white or dark meat--@$8.95 or $7.95 with two sides and small cornbread muffin with two sauces or big 1/2 chicken @ $12.56 or whole @ 22.49--the sides are awesome--try yellow rice with turmeric and cumin or the Lime-Glazed Sweet Potatoes or pick your choice--this is great stuff and not Kentucky Fried Chicken--try it--you'll like it--cheers Al

    (4)

  • Amy K.

    Loved this place! My husband and I stopped by on a rainy evening for dinner. We ordered a half chicken which came with two sides (we opted for the lime sweet potatoes and the kale slaw). I normally don't love chicken, but this chicken was moist and flavorful! It literally fell off the bone as we split it up between our two plates. The portion was perfect for two people, and the price was fantastic at about $16. I wish the chicken had been a little bit hotter, and I think the eating area could really benefit from a few heat lamps during the colder months. We'll definitely be back - this is a great place for a group or for a quick and affordable weeknight meal!

    (4)

  • Katy G.

    Fresh, fast and delicious. So many sauces and sides to choose from. The sweet potatoes are fantastic. Plus, seeing the chicken chopped in half with a large knife satisfies my inner carnivore.

    (5)

  • Masil M.

    I came here with my food group & I liked Big Chickie. I wouldn't say that was the consensus; but as far as I'm concerned, this place was a winner. The place has its hits and misses, but overall it is a place I will revisit. You order at a counter, cafeteria style. There is something about seeing whole roasted chickens stacked and waiting to be cut into...my inner caveman approves. If you order a meal you get two sides, cornbread, and chicken. Some of the orders come with an "upsize" option. I had the half a chicken meal. The white meat was oh so tender and juicy, which is often not the case with white meat. Others in the group had concerns about the portion of the dark meat being inadequate; but I attribute that to a better meat source...the chicken is probably not some saline injected robo-meat from a factory farm. Like everybody else, I wholeheartedly agree that the cheesy potatoes are divine. The beans and rice were not good, so dry & bland. The cornbread was cute and mini and tasty. I must reiterate that all of the chicken really was quite tender and juicy. I can confirm that because I got a supermarket rotisserie chicken a few days after the visit to Big Chickie and it was a flavorless, dry disappointment. Nothing like a little perspective. There is a nice assortment of beers at Big Chickie. They serve it up local style with beer from Spinnacker Bay on draft. They have several bottles as well. Probably wine too. The seating is cool. I like the outdoor arrangement. It is on the spendy side. I have heard people tell that price wise, it's almost better to get the whole chicken meal and have leftovers. The service was pleasant. I had no dealings with the management, but as mentioned earlier there were a few complaints about the portions of dark meat chicken; I mean almost everybody in our group brought it up (to which I say, order the white meat plate...lots more chicken and so good). Some of our group spoke to the management about it, and ultimately the management/owners comped the concerned...so all's well that ends well. I'm thinking about stopping by on my way home from work and grabbing some chicken.

    (4)

  • Nick B.

    This is definitely the best roasted/barbecued chicken I've tasted in a long time. With that being said, my comparison is the chicken inasal which is Filipino version, but no Filipino restaurants in Seattle offer this or if they do come close to the quality of this restaurant. The chicken was fresh which had a very smoky and well developed taste-tones of some spiceness and green herbs. The interior and exterior vibe came off modern chic. Take note, this is a self-serve restaurant--no wait staff. I personally like that no need to worry to tip and just get what need. I also like they allow well-behaved dogs. I would definitely be back.

    (4)

  • Richie L.

    I can honestly say some of the best chicken I've ever had in Seattle. They specialize in charcoal roasted rotisserie chicken (also known as pollo a la brasa). You can order a quarter chicken (dark or white), half chicken, or whole chicken. It comes with cornbread and your choice of two sides. I especially like the cheesy potatoes and the lime sweet potato side items. You can enjoy a nice local draft beer with dinner. One tip. Don't forget to order the brownie for dessert. You'll love them. Can't wait to go back for another dinner.

    (5)

  • Shannon M.

    Quarter of a chicken, two sides, cornbread and sauce for $10? So delicious, and very friendly staff. The patio seating will be perfect in the summer and is fairly well protected even in rain and moderate temperatures.

    (5)

  • Celeste Y.

    Apparently people are scrambling to write home about Big Chickie, 'cause Big Chickie inadvertently has 8 separate pages on Yelp... Yes, it is good enough to write home about. I'm just relocating my review from 9/9/2014. :) * * * * * Hillman City love. So, we've been intently (i.e. impatiently) watching from across the street all summer--while sipping delicious coffee at Tin Umbrella--and finally Big Chickie ~ Pollo a la Brasa is (at least semi-)open! We were just passing by on our way to a dinner party at a friend's last Friday evening and saw that they were open. Needless to say, we had dinner twice that night. What we ordered: 1/4 Chicken Meal (Dark Meat) It came with a Corn Muffin and two sides. We went with the Steak Fries and the Creamy Coleslaw (both delicious.) Also served with their Yellow Sauce (a kind of mustard aioli) and Green Sauce (chopped jalapeno topping.) Owner Matt swears that dumping the green into the yellow and mixing them is the way to go. :) I had never tried this Peruvian-style chicken prior to this, so I can't attest to its authenticity but if I had to ascribe just one word to Big Chickie's 24-hour 'citrus and spice and everything nice' marinated-chicken, that word would be 'heavenly'. It was juicy, smokey, tangy, umami-y... So amazing. Seriously. They have ample parking, with plenty of semi-covered outdoor picnic tables. Their menu is on their website, so check it out (Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan are detailed there.) They serve their chickens whole, half, or in quarters, with a whole slew of sides. I'm not sure if they're fully open for business yet, so you might want to check out their Facebook page for their daily hours for now. A big plus: Keeping it local 98118, they have Spinnaker Bay Brewing on tap! :)

    (5)

  • Lauren M.

    I am so full! We just finished our Big Chickie takeout and are very satisfied. The hubby and I got the half chicken with two large sides (the cheesy potatoes and rice and beans). The meal also came with two sauces and a mini cornbread muffin. The chicken was delicious and flavorful. I liked the yellow sauce (which is creamy and mustardy) and my husband preferred the green sauce. We both LOVE the cheesy potatoes, the husband said they were his favorite part! The rice and beans were also great and the cornbread muffin was just enough. It was plenty of food for me, I didn't even finish everything! We took our food to go but they do have seating, which is covered with open air but they have plastic "walls" up since it's starting to get colder. We will definitely be back!

    (5)

  • Peter K.

    Great addition to neighborhood. Good beers on tap. Good chicken. Salads and good fries. Friendly owners. Family friendly. Great for what it is. I will be back.

    (5)

  • Julie S.

    Been there twice. Tried the sides and they were okay but I didn't like that they don't include green salad as a side. All the other side are quite caloric. We had the chicken late in the evening and it was dry but tasty. When I went the second time it was much juicier (and earlier in the evening) but they weren't selling ala carte so I paid full price for quite frankly a small chicken breast. Since that time, I am told they now do sell chicken ala carte. Good to try if you are nearby.

    (3)

  • Andy Z.

    dinner food: got the whole chicken with cheesy potatoes, sweet potatoes, and steak fries. the chicken is seasoned well, but i dont feel if marinated through or if thats just the style. if you get a piece of skin and meat, it's awesome. but if it was just white meat by itself, the flavors didnt show as well. next favorite is the cheesy potatoes. they taste similar to scalloped potatoes/gratin. i would pass on the sweet potatoes. its supposed to be lime flavored, but i didnt care for it. fries are fries, nothing special. ***4/5 service: people are nice and quick. we got through a couple of people fairly fast. but then they only serve chicken. nothing else to think about. ***5/5 ambiance: it's unique. not quite outdoor like a drive through, but also not an indoor place either. it is all outdoor seating though. when the curtains are down, it feels like youre being quarantined, but it keeps you dry. thats all i care. you can see the area around you. so its actually really nice. it's cold and windy tonight, but i imagine on a nice day it can be awesome. no fancy chairs or setting. barebones really, but it fits the style of the place. ***4/5 value: we ate something else before we came here. so without that, i think i may leave hungry. the chicken is not that big and the sides arent much either. the food is good, but not in a "i have to come back again tomorrow" kind of way. plus they only serve one thing. its not like i can try anything else here. ***3/5

    (4)

  • Taylor L.

    Great food, awesome atmosphere. Even cooler they are selling Janet's beer (love the blonde AND the IPA). Attracting more crowds than Geraldine's on Mother's Day..., well worth the wait!!

    (5)

  • Brendan c.

    Simple locations, simple look and simple food done perfectly. The place isn't fancy but you know you will enjoy the food. The chicha morada is the interesting purple drink that's worth a try. I think Cau Cau which is a simple tripe dish is better than the great chicken. The prices are great value for the money.

    (4)

  • Rachel P.

    Four stars for the chicken alone! Really delicious-even the skin, which I normally don't care for. The sides are a different story. The yellow sauce is good (basically mayo and mustard with a little tang-kind of like dipping it into the sauce from a mustardy, American potato salad. The green sauce had a fresh taste, yet was flavorless? And the pickled onion one was also devoid of salt/flavor/I don't know what, but I can confirm I wouldn't order it again. Let's get to the cheesy potato "gratin" everyone raves about. Don't get me wrong-it tastes good! Lots of cheesy goodness happening there. However, it's basically pre-made hash brown potatoes with cheese. There's nothing "gratin" like about them in the classical sense-it's a cheesy hash brown bake. The lime sweet potatoes were good, except I got some bites that were a bit crunchy and underdone. They also say that kids love them, but they definitely had a kick to them. So if your kid can't handle spice, don't give it to them. My husband had the rice and beans and said they were ok. The corn salad was good, but definitely needed some more salt or vinegar, and the red onion chopped more finely. Kind of a bummer that they don't have true indoor seating and that they're closed on Sundays. I'd definitely go back for the chicken, though.

    (4)

  • Jesse W.

    Big Chickie converted an empty gas station into a corner restaurant. I wasn't sure initially how the enclosed outdoor seating area would work out, but it's actually perfect for our family, as my son tends to be pretty loud and holler when dad doesn't deliver more tasty chicken. The kid loves the ckicken. I've only been to Big Chickie three times, but each time has been positive with friendly service and good food. The line was long the first week (probably partly due to lots of extra questions being asked) but the last two times we've had our food in a few minutes. The chicken tastes pretty great to me. Flavorful and moist, but not fried. I could eat a whole meal of straight chicken, or a whole meal of just sides. I haven't done an exhaustive survey, but it seems to me like the prices are consistent with a nice food truck. Great chicken and sides, creative seeting, quick service, and good price - check it out.

    (5)

  • L H.

    The chicken is incredible. Cooked and seasoned nearly perfectly. Some of the sides leave something to be desired. The kale salad is good for what this is: speedy chicken take out. The lime sweet potatoes were absolutely horrible. Threw them all out. Soggy. The yellow sauce is pretty good, tastes like deviled eggs. Pickled onions are always welcome. Cheesy potatoes are very good. Beans and rice are a little mushy, not much flavor but decent. Corn bread is nice and simple.

    (4)

  • Sarah R.

    We'd driven past this place and wanted to give it a go. We decided to go for dinner around 6 pm one night and waited in line for about 10 minutes to order. When we got to the front we were told they were all out of chicken, it would be about 20 or so minutes. We said, no problem we'll order the chicken, get some plantain chips and beers and wait. However, we were told we couldn't order the chicken. We'd have to wait and then get in line again once the chicken was done. We reluctantly said fine and sat down with plantain chips and beer (the plantain chips and dip were extremely overpriced for what they were - bagged chips and bean dip... I would at least expect the chips to be made in house.) Some 20 minutes later we lined up again and finally got our chicken. The chickens themselves are very small. We'd thought we could split a half chicken and some sides, but we were both hungry when done. If you've had Peruvian chicken before, this may be a disappointment. The chicken was nowhere near as flavorful as some of our favorite spots in northern Virginia. Also, curious why they have the sign that indicates they have chicken and why they keep it on even when they've run out at the moment. Had we known before parking and waiting in line that they were out, we would have just gone elsewhere. Needless to say, we won't be back to this place again.

    (1)

  • Katie L.

    Love me some yum yum chicken so we tried this place out, it would have been better if the chicken was not raw inside. I prefer cooked chicken so if I try this place again I will check for doneness before we bring home!

    (1)

  • Zach B.

    Awesome tasting food, and for those with dietary restrictions, a lot of their food is an option. They even have an ingredient matrix on their website. The chicken is amazing, the charcoal rotisserie gives the skin a great flavor. All of the sides taste great as well. The only downside is it is a little pricey, but considering the quality and flavor is worth it.

    (5)

  • Daniel K.

    Utterly unimpressive. We stopped at Big Chickie on a Friday night at about 7PM. This was our first and probably last visit here. It wasn't very busy with perhaps 6-7 other parties. They have the menu on the wall with a list of the available sides, but you can't see the whole menu because it's blocked by people ahead of you in line. As we stood at the counter staring at the side order choices, some of which were covered so we couldn't even see them, we were struck by the lack of energy and enthusiasm. The employees (three of them) just looked at us. No "Welcome to Big Chickie." No "Can I help you?" No "Do you have any questions?" They looked bored and tired. And after we very clearly asked for the lime sweet potatoes and the kale slaw as our two sides, the fellow reached for the regular cole slaw and then asked me three times if it was kale slaw we wanted. Another fellow went to get a chicken. You can't see where they are cooked. It was a medium sized chicken. He cut the strings and then used a cleaver to try and halve the chicken (we ordered a half), but one of the halves was bigger than the other and included the back part. Partner likes to nibble on the chicken parts I don't care for (like the back), so he asked if we could please have the larger half. The fellow just glared at us, as if we had inconvenienced him. We then ordered some fried yucca and yet another fellow told us, "That will be four minutes wait." I suppose that was a nice thing to say, but given that we'd already been in line for 7-8 minutes (on a night that wasn't busy, I must add), it seemed irrelevant. Then it was time to check out: "You get two sauces with your dinner." This worker didn't tell us what the sauces were until we asked. Mustard&mayo, jalapeno, and pickled onion. We asked for jalapeno and then asked which of the others she recommended: "You get mustard mayo with your yucca, so probably the pickled onion." OK, fair enough. The sauces were in very small, pre-dosed plastic cups with lids as if to say, "We're cheap with our portions and if you want extra, you better be prepared to pay." Dinner was $25 for one-half chicken, two large sides, an order of fried yucca ($5, too much) and one fountain soda. We grabbed a table in the covered, outdoor seating area. It was clean and well-maintained. The whole place was actually quite clean and tidy, but the decor is lacking. Nothing unique, nothing attractive really, just a parking lot and some bedding plants. Outside, you can hear the traffic on Rainier Ave and the sounds of children screaming. Some music would have been a nice touch, especially something South American if that's the theme they are going for. Or any music for that matter. The food? -The chicken was tasty but nothing special at all. It was moist and juicy. The seasoning mix was good but it was bland and there was nothing Peruvian about it whatsoever (and we are familiar with authentic Peruvian flavors). The skin was not as crispy as it should have been. It really seemed like your average rotisserie chicken sprinkled with Lawry's or Johnny's seasoned salt. -The sauces were nothing special. The mayo&mustard was just that, a simple mixture of mayo and mustard. The jalapeno tasted like chopped jalapeno with a little salt and a little lime, nothing more, and it wasn't a sauce but more of a relish, and it was bland. Same thing with the pickled onion. Surprisingly bland. -The yucca fries were crispy but they had no seasoning on them whatsoever. Not even salt. -The sweet potatoes were the highlight of the meal. Delicious! Sweet and tangy with burnt crispy edges. Yum. -The kale slaw was fresh and tasty with raisins and edamame beans in it. We enjoyed this a lot. -The tiny, itty-bitty corn muffin was tasty. -We had no dessert. We left feeling full but less than satisfied. There was nothing special about this meal. The Peruvian pollo-a-la-brasa idea is false advertising. It's not Latin food. It's not Southern food. It's just...food. This was a perfectly adequate rotisserie chicken not much different from what you can get at a grocery. Lackluster, unenthusiastic service. Skimpy sauces. Bland food overall. With the exception of the kale slaw which would take a while to prepare, there was nothing here we couldn't have easily made at home without needing any recipes. I can mix mayo and mustard with the best of 'em. We were glad to have given this place a try, but we won't be going here again. Next time we want pollo a la brasa, we'll go to San Fernando up the street for the real deal. Big Chickie needs stronger management, personality and spice. They need to figure out who they are. If you're gonna say you're Peruvian, then do it. If you're gonna be an old fashioned chicken joint, then do it. If you want to serve bland gringo food, at least do it with a smile and a friendly, "Hi! May I help you?"

    (3)

  • Matt S.

    I love good BBQ and this place was highly recommended to me - and it did not disappoint. AMAZINGLY good food. First off, the restaurant and parking lot is really really nicely done. Super clean, all new, very inviting and you're immediately glad you went there upon arrival. The staff was all super friendly and the interior is simple, clean and very welcoming. There's a huge outside dining area that is tented up and warm for winter dining, and makes me look forward to hitting this place in the summer when they open it all up to the outdoors. I got a whole chicken and four sides for me and my two children. I thought I bought too much, but we devoured it all! The chicken was the best roasted chicken I've ever head - hands down. So good! And the sides made me feel I was at a family gathering at my grandmothers - eating a summer BBQ outside. The slaw was amazing, the black beans and rice rocked and the corn salad was fresh and flavorful. Even the mini cornbread muffins were delicious and moist. I give this place 5 starts for the whole experience, and especially for the best damn chicken! Thank you Big Chickie!

    (5)

  • Jackie D.

    I LOVE THIS PLACE! Big Chickie is my life!! I come about twice a month to get my cheesy potatoes fix! It's like Mac and cheese meets potatoes, it's to die for! Their chicken is moist and well seasoned personally, I think it doesn't need any sauce. But I really like the red onion and the yellow sauce. I highly recommend this place!! You don't regret it!

    (5)

  • Cindy L.

    Big Chickie is Big Money! It was tasty but an extremely small amount of chicken for the money. It should be called LIttle Chickie. The side were average. We were all looking forward to the potatoes after all the reviews, but they were dry and not much cheese to be found. We went at 2 pm so maybe by that time they were kind of dry. Love the idea that just about everything you use is compostable, very Seattle like. Also the outdoor seating was nice. I would maybe give it another try if they serve chickens that were more grown up.

    (2)

  • Katrina L.

    Ordered a whole chicken with 2 large sides. All I can say is YUM! Who would've thought that roast chicken can be so good- even he breast! The cheesy potatoes were really good. We ordered the kale salad per yelp reviews but I thought that it was pretty standard; nothing special about it. Maybe it's because we eat kale salad on a regular basis and have had amazing kale salad from joule. We will try the corn side next time.

    (5)

  • George B.

    We eat here at least once per week. It is super yummy, really friendly and in the neighborhood! !! Love the kitchyness and reminds my husband of Austin! The sauces are out of this world on everything! ! Cheesy potatoes could be my downfall but I balance them with an amazing kale salad. Come eat and then come back. Let's make this neighborhood THRIVE!!!

    (5)

  • Chris G.

    Ran out of food and made us wait for 10 minutes, we're next up to order, no comp and made us wait in line again

    (2)

  • Maki P.

    Coming from DC, I missed the plentiful opportunities for Peruvian chicken in our new neighborhood, but my days of yearning for pollo a la brasa have come to an end. The chicken here is perfectly juicy and flavorful, and the sides (both the traditional and healthier options) are tasty. The kale slaw was a favorite, and the lime sweet potatoes also quite good. Add to the mix two excellent sauces and both draft and bottled beers and wine available to round out the experience, and you've got a winner. The cornbread was less exciting, but this was also only their first full week of operation-- excited to come back, just as much for the casual and friendly outdoor ambience as for the excellent chicken. Very grateful to have this wonderful eat-in and take-out option available in our awesome neighborhood.

    (4)

  • Jennifer C.

    My boyfriend and I came here before a movie one night and we were not disappointed! We shared a half a chicken with 2 large sides of Kale salad and cheesy potatoes. The chicken comes with two sauces (chosen from 3) which you really don't need for the chicken because it's melt in you mouth deliciousness. Although, I would suggest that you choose the pickled onions (grab 2!) for the cheesy potatoes, trust me, you will not regret it.

    (5)

  • Neiha A.

    Came in for the first time, great outdoor seating. The food is average, I have had way better Peruvian food before, so this was nothing spectacular.

    (3)

  • Patrick C.

    Great curb appeal. Nice looking restaurant. Chicken was luke warm at best. Dipping sauces average not very complimentary to the chicken. Hot dishes cold had rice and beans and rice was mushy. Corn muffins cold and hard. I lived in DC and they have these Peruvian chicken places that have great chicken and sauces. this place reminded me of a below mediocre version. It's still new and I will give it another try

    (2)

  • Mike C.

    Great chicken! Cooked with the bone! Great sauce to go with the chicken too. It's nice to be able to go out for good chicken that is not just fried. And most fried chicken out there is not very good anyway. This place is the real deal: cooking chicken with skill. And waaaaay better than just the rotisserie chicken at Costco & QFC: those only get the flavor onto the skin. At Big Chickie, the whole chicken is flavorful. Definitely will be going back again.

    (5)

  • Kate S.

    YUM. The chicken is amazing, and the sides really shine! Delicious, and made of REAL food. Perfect for a night out with the family. We will be coming back for more!

    (5)

  • Bruce P.

    I've driven by this place a few time and finally made it in for dinner. Great food, great service and cool setting. I had a half chicken with cheesy potatoes and the corn salad. Fantastic. I'll be going back soon!

    (5)

  • S D.

    You can smell the delicious spices as you approach. The chicken is amazing. It's flavorful without being overwhelming. Juicy, moist, almost falls off the bone like a good Southern barbeque - perfection. The jalapeno fresh green sauce is a nice addition if you like a bit of kick. The yellow sauce was fine but it's just not my thing. I enjoyed my sides but they are not knock-you-down special like the chicken. I got a 1/4 chicken with personal sides. It was probably a large serving spoon of each. (I heard the woman after me ask for her sides in a small container which seems to be the trick if you want more generous portions.) The kale salad was nice, different. The line seems intimidating but the service is quick, friendly. Beer on tap. The outdoor seating is lovely when the weather is nice. Overall, I'd definitely recommend.. A good addition to the neighborhood,

    (4)

  • Jennifer W.

    After watching this place get remodeled the entire summer, we were finally able to try this well anticipated place. Loved the chicken w/ the jalapeño or pickled onion salsa. The mayo-mustard combo was meh. Cheesy au gratin potatoes & lime yams were bomb but kale slaw was bland. The covered outdoor seating was drafty so I def wouldn't bring elderly folk there during winter but we'll def come back to eat there in the summer.

    (4)

  • Jeremy P.

    My wife and I just moved to Seward Park (the neighborhood, not the actual park itself), and had been bemoaning the paucity of good, affordable, dinner options in the neighborhood. We love Ethiopian and Vietnamese food, but you can't eat those every single night. How auspicious that Big Chickie opened in nearby Hillman City just a month after our arrival! Now, just to establish my bona fides, in my youth I lived in Washington, DC for two years. I was a regular at the famous pollo a la brasa joints in Arlington, which I understand were the inspiration for Big Chickie. But Big Chickie is actually better. Our bird was succulent, crispy, and falling-off-the-bone tender in all the right ways. After you taste Big Chickie, you'll never consider getting one of those desiccated supermarket birds ever again. I was tempted to go around gleefully nibbling on other customers' bones. Their chicken bones, I mean, not their actual bones bones. There were so many options for sides that it was hard to choose. Steak fries are the classic PALB (figure it out) accompaniment. The fries were crispy and had just the right amount of salt. There was a tangy kale salad and even lime sweet potatoes. Plus more I'm forgetting. And now a word about the "cheesy potatoes." These are to spuds what the cronut was to breakfast pastry. Imagine mac n' cheese crossed with hash browns, as prepared by a Jewish Grandma well-versed in the kugel arts. My wife couldn't get enough of them. Sure, she's pregnant at the moment, but I think she'd have devoured an entire tub of them either way. Their outdoor (but covered) seating area is a very pleasant spot to enjoy a meal, and should remain so even during the rainy season. We have a kid due this winter and I think this is going to be a great place to bring him. Actually, we might not even need to breastfeed him - really I think one can get all the succor one needs from the Big Chickie yellow sauce!

    (5)

  • Ha L.

    The workers here are super friendly. We ordered a half chicken to feed two of us even though the guy kept whispering for us to order a whole chicken...now I know why. It kind of left me laughing. The girl let us try samples of the salads. We went with the corn salad, kale salad, and cheesy potatoes. The chicken, potatoes, and salads were delicious. We were borderline content/hungry when we left. Bundle up if you plan to sit around for awhile since it does get a bit chilly.

    (4)

  • Lynne H.

    The best BBQ chicken in Seattle. Authentic wood charcoal grilled. Tender, moist and flavorful. The sides are totally wonderful. Can't wait to go back for more.

    (5)

  • Letha H.

    One of the most delicious meals I've had in a long time. Chicken was perfect and so flavorful. I loved the sides, and that they had so many delicious veggie sides. The kale slaw/salad was amazing. Loved the pickled onion condiment. Really, it was amazing. I'll be back.

    (5)

  • Bob F.

    chicken, rice, and sweet potatos were outstanding! Very fast and affordable. I love the spicy green sauce and mustard that we got on the side. I'm sold.

    (5)

  • Rachel S.

    So happy that this little gem opened up in our neighborhood. It is quick, reasonably priced, and really tasty. Great spot for takeout. I will be coming here regularly.

    (5)

  • Zach H.

    This place is a great addition to the neighborhood. It's a got a really cool ambient and the food is delicious. The customer service is great too. I will be back for sure.

    (5)

  • Diane K.

    Little Chickie. Smallest chicken I've ever seen! Tasty but doesn't feed 3 even with sides,sauces and beer! Potatoes and kale salad a little boring. Salad needs dressing. Tiny corn muffins tasty but dry.

    (1)

  • Sara S.

    Great chicken and delicious sides! They also cater!

    (5)

  • Patrick B.

    Five stars for the chicken, skip the sides.

    (4)

  • Andria R.

    We have been meaning to try this place. The food is decent, but overpriced. For $25.99 you get a chicken (very small one), two tiny sides, and cornbread. The cornbread is 4 dried out mini muffins. Honestly the cornbread was a complete joke! The chicken was good but nothing special. The sides we tried: corn salad and sweet potatoes. I liked them both. We got a brownie for dessert which had a weird pasty texture, not recommended. They do serve full tilt ice cream though which was a plus. I probably won't come back, I was just expecting a lot more especially for the price. Wasn't that different than any rotisserie chicken.

    (3)

  • Jeremiah B.

    Tastey, but a little pricey. Nice tasting sides, and the chicken is good and guten free.

    (4)

  • Beth S.

    So delicious, better for you than fried chicken, ample parking in their lot, many different choices of sides, lots of vegetarian and vegan options, and yummy dipping sauces. My only complaint was that the beans and rice lacked seasoning, so avoid those. Great for takeout, but if you choose to dine in during the colder months, just know that it's not very well protected from the elements.

    (5)

  • Blackeyed S.

    Big Chickie won me over easily. First; I dig their look and the "modern chicken shack style of the place. Casual spot for sure but unlike many of it's fast food-peers This is CLEAN food i.e. tastes natural, flavorful, not chemical-laden or too fatty or fried or greasy. The chicken is smoky and juicy, the skin did not disappoint. I ordered a whole chicken dinner w/ 3 large sides for 3 adults to share and it was exactly the right amount of grub. The sides where the next special distinction. Some may find it blasphemous that there is a kale & edamame salad at the chicken shack; some, such as myself, find it delightful. You can get your frieds goin' there too if that is your chicken necessity. We also tried the coleslaw and lime sweet potatoes also fab. With your meal you also get 3 of their tasty sauces; I was a fan of the yellow mayo-based, as well as the green & the pickles, & you get cornbread muffins. I paid extra for the 3rd side and the meal came to $33 before tip. Not the cheapest but worth it for the good quality. I will see you again soon Big Chickie.

    (4)

  • Suz H.

    Second time there in two days! Such fabulous chicken that they had sold out by 6 pm on a Saturday night. No problem...sipped on vino enjoying the ambience with only a half hour wait. What impressed us was the staff... They made sure our order would be first once the chickens came out of the oven and came back twice to apologize for the unusual wait. Unexpected personal service....the young, friendly staff are to be commended...made our evening! Best spot - we'll be back!!!!

    (5)

  • Ashley M.

    Visited last night and loved it. Great value, delicious and moist chicken, great sides and cornbread bites. Yellow mustard sauce was yummy, as we're pickled onions. Green sauce a little too spicy for our taste. Also would love to have some honey butter to go with the cornbread. All in all a great addition to the neighborhood and we'll be back!

    (5)

  • Mica D.

    Got a chance to check this place out over the weekend. 3 Stars for friendly service and yummy chicken. On the down side the beans and rice and corn salad were sadly missing any hint of salt. The chicken while very good tasting, requires careful chewing. The chicken is roasted whole then chopped with a cleaver to correct portion size. Not terribly pleasant to pick shards of bone out of random bites.

    (3)

  • Mark R.

    Just like everyone else is saying. Great addition to the rest of the awesome restaurants in the neighborhood!

    (5)

  • Pol W.

    Amazing chicken and a great looking spot to hang out at. Sides were pretty good too, sweet potatoes were tasty but had a few raw chunks in there. Corn and kale salads were great through. The real star is the chicken though so will definitely be back for more!

    (5)

  • Joe N.

    I must be one of the minorities who don't like this chicken. To me it tastes under-cooked. Nothing to write home about here. Sorry.

    (2)

  • Rachel L.

    Big Chickie is a delicious and soo needed addition to Hillman City! I ran out of time to cook for a group of friends coming over on Saturday and their fantastic rotisserie chickens saved my dinner party. We were all licking our fingers and wishing for more. It will definitely be a new weeknight staple!

    (5)

  • John R.

    Quite good. Potatoes were dry, corn ok, kale great, rice and beans a bit ordinary. Come for the chicken. It's fall off the bone moist. Wonderful spice on the skin. Will be back and I will have all dark meat and 2x kale. Fantastic neighborhood addition with families, young couples and the diversity of Columbia City.

    (4)

  • Don R.

    Food is amazing! Seriously- you have to try this place out. And get there early, becuase they often sell out! (Look for the neon "sold out" sign to be lit up so you don't have to go in and be disappointed. The people who own the place are charming- even when the place is swamped like when we were there. Eating is outdoors, though they have it rigged to be comfortable in moderate weather too. If yo haven't been to Hillman City- go there to try this place out!

    (5)

  • Marie B.

    Struck out on intended places to eat in Phinney Ridge, the ID, Beacon Hill, and Columbia City...so ended up revisiting Big Chickie in Hillman City again with the kiddo. Despite it being barely above freezing sitting in their outdoor tent dining area, the food and service remained consistent. The insane lines are gone, but this evening they were still doing a brisk business with the various occupied tables and takeout orders during our visit. Yeah, only chicken fanatics would drive all the way from Shoreline to South Seattle! Delicious three months later - still highly recommended!

    (5)

  • Jenny D.

    Brought my family here to eat because we couldn't decide what we all wanted. Thankfully my mom wanted chicken and my sister wanted potatoes! Ordering was very easy. We shared a whole chicken (we only ate 3/4 since it's just my mom, sister, and me), our sides were the cheesy potatoes and pasta with peas. Our sauces were jalapeño lime and a honey mustard. We also got 4 corn muffins. So the chicken was seasoned decadently with a lot of Peruvian flavor. Inside, the white meat was off the bone and soft. The dark meat was very juicy and it really didn't need the sauce to add flavor! The cheesy potatoes, were amazzzzzzing. It was a fresh batch, (she pulled it out from the oven) and she made sure we got the crispy top and the cheesy inside! It was an even balance between cheese and potato. Honestly, the best kind of carbs I've had in a while! The pasta with sweet peas was your average pasta salad, served cold. Luckily it wasn't drowned in mayo, but I wouldn't get again since there are other unique sides to get! The corn muffins tasted moist and had great texture. It definitely would've been better if it was served hot instead of cold! I'd definitely come back for the chicken and cheesy potatoes!

    (4)

  • Sophia W.

    Good food is how I would sum this place up. After having tried a couple of different sides, I would definitely recommend the corn along with the lime-glazed sweet potatoes. They both provide a good balance to an entree that is rather meaty.. The chicken itself was great for the most part. I had originally ordered a half size order of the dark meat and received white meat (not a big deal, but attentiveness/accuracy is always important). I wish that the chicken had been a little bit more flavorful/marinated all the way through, but hey, it's cooked and seasoned to be served to the masses, so I guess I can't be too picky. What I will point out is that this establishment aims to make their margins on the sides. On the surface it looks like a great portion for the price, but if you're looking to feed more than just yourself, be prepared to shell out a few extra dollars for containers of sauce or corn bread. This would not be a big issue if the price was posted somewhere in the facility, but it is not..

    (3)

  • jess l.

    The sides were old, dry and bland. No love. The chicken was good, nothing special. I would expect any seasoned chicken to taste good slow roasted. The corn bread was stale and weird tasting. The prices were too high. The decor is nice in some areas but it's like they ran out of budget and went with an awful menu board that cheapens the look of their place 100%. I would spend a couple hundred dollars and change that ASAP. To maybe a chalkboard or even a poster. Anything but that cheap amusement park stick on lettering. They will need Keep consistent and fresh or else this business is going to fail. *new menu boards *fresh tastey sides *lower prices

    (2)

  • Jason M.

    I ordered the small half-chicken, which comes with two generous sides and some mini-cornbread. I haven't had a chance to sample other peruvian chickens, so no basis of comparison. The chicken was moist, fairly flavorful, and the sides were delicious. Fun tip: order it to go and walk down to Spinnaker Bay Brewery two blocks down that allows you to bring your own food. Yum!

    (4)

  • Tony L.

    We stopped by on a Saturday afternoon to get some chicken to go. The place is clean and neat, with a covered patio to eat any time of the year. I also like the fact that they have their own parking lot in front. Since this was our first time here, we just went with a basic whole roasted chicken, with cheesy potatoes and kale slaw as our sides. Admittedly, we got it to go, so it wasn't as hot as if we ate it there. Overall, the chicken was decent, but definitely on the small side. The cheesy potatoes were really good, but the kale slaw was on the dry side (needed more dressing). The order comes with some cornbread as well, which were good. They offer three different sauces, with the creamy mayo-like one being my favorite of the three. Overall, while being decent, I think think it is overpriced (small chicken with two sides and cornbread came to a little under $30 after tax). My preference for Peruvian chicken would still have to be San Fernando, though.

    (3)

  • Charlene I.

    I love me some good, slow roasted peruvian chicken so when I heard this spot opened up I was all up in there, ha! The set up of this restaurant (is that what I should call it?) is perfect for the summer with outdoor seating (covered) and cafeteria style food ready to go. A real fast and easy lunch/dinner option. It's design is sleek and modern and definitely stands out on Rainer Ave...haha Ok, so on to the food............. Pricing: decent...you get what you pay for...the 1/4 chicken dinner is the best value IMO The sides: those cheesy potatoes are a MUST try, but there's nothing too amazing about the rest (corn salad, corn muffin, coleslaw, fries, etc). The chicken: at first sight and smell it seems like this chicken is gonna be bomb AF...but unfortunately, I was a little disappointed by the lack of juicyness and flavor in comparison to San Fernando Roasted Chicken...don't get me wrong, it was good, but I can say in confidence that I've had better...womp womp All in all, this is still a great option if you are in the area and want a nice & hearty meal that's fast and inexpensive...

    (3)

  • Michelle F.

    Pretty good chicken, decent sides. But man... THEY HAVE STEAK FRIES. BIG, PLUMP STEAK FRIES. And they're MADE TO ORDER! I know I don't really need to yell that, except I do... I've been on the hunt for steak fries for almost two years, and finally found it a stone's throw from my house. Dangersauce, I tell you, dangersauce. So good, so danger. Nom nom nom.

    (4)

  • Malia M.

    The half is enough for 2 people. We got 3 sides: Cheesy potatoes Cilantro Corn Fries Everything tasted great and gave the feel that you were at a friends really successful backyard barbecue. The place itself is cute. Great outdoor seating and aesthetics. That's important to me haha Definitely worth the visit! Excited to try new things next time.

    (4)

  • Amanda N.

    Almost like a drive in but a walk up. Like fast food, you order and find an outdoor seating area or take it to go. Not really a restaurant, where you walk into a building. Everything is outdoors besides the kitchen. The food line is like a cafeteria where you just pick out what you want. I felt like the food wasn't very hot and some could have been sitting there for awhile if it wasn't a popular item. I was really looking forward to the chicken but it was kinda bland, needed more seasoning. The jalepeno sauce that comes with was good. The cornbread was kinda dry. Food smelled good but didn't taste anything out of the ordinary

    (3)

  • Cynthia L.

    Hillman City! Nice to see more food options in what I consider my extended neighborhood. First, they have a parking lot, which is awesome. Second, if parking is full, there's plenty of street parking. Their outdoor seating is made indoor by clear plastic and temp-wise was plenty comfortable; well-lit to look warm and inviting from the outside. The SMELL when you walk in is as incredible as everybody says. Wow, I love it when my mouth waters and I haven't eaten tried the food yet. You order from a large board with the Peruvian chicken being the main protein option. I ordered a large half chicken and it looked like a standard bird to me. I imagined that their small half chicken must look like a pigeon. [It] comes with two sides and small cornbread muffins. They heap in a generous serving of the cheesy, salty hashbrown potatoes. Comfort food all the way. The kale salad was really good! Carrots, edamame, golden raisins..I was feeling it. The lime sweet potatoes were as good as I hoped. Citrus and sweet potatoes are wonderful together and the lime offered an unusual and tasty punch. So why not 5 stars? The chicken definitely had the Peruvian seasoning thang going on, but the chicken itself was not a great quality. It was greasy, which I associate with a less than optimal grade of chicken, not so much the cooking preparation. It was okay, but it's not as good as San Fernando. The mayo mustard sauce for the chicken was alright; I preferred the jalapenos side - to cut through the chicken. The red onions in lemon juice accoutrement...that alone made me say mmmmm. So good, I'm going to make some of my own at home. Try these guys out; I know for sure I'll be back!

    (4)

  • Tiffany K.

    Wanted to check this place out. New edition to Columbia City. What's the hype. The space definitely got a fast food / cafeteria vibe. Outdoor covered seating with heat lamps, it's like you're outside but you're not... We ordered the half chicken with 2 large sides: cheesy potatoes and corn salad. Portions appeared small but it was actually perfect for 2. But let me just repeat, cheesy potatoes. So creamy. Simply amazing. Cornbread muffins ain't nothin to write home about. And I was disappointed with the sauces. Anyway. Winner winner chicken dinner. The roasted chicken was perfectly seasoned, super juicy, intensely flavored, crispy skin, not greasy, and the meat pulled right off the bone. What more can I say?

    (4)

  • Ella P.

    My husband and I had the chance to stop in here tonight during Big Chickie's "soft opening" weekend. We were greeted by one of the owners who welcomed us and explained a bit about their "pollo a la brasa." This is a marinated, rotisserie-style, very flavorful chicken. We each had the quarter white with two sides. He had the cheesy potatoes and rice 'n beans; I had the cole slaw and lime sweet potatoes. All were tasty, as were the accompanying yellow and green sauces. Prices are very reasonable. The environment is very casual, family-friendly, and inviting. This is a great addition to our South Seattle neighborhood. We look forward to going back soon.

    (4)

  • Wendy F.

    Fantastic and fresh. Friendly service, great outdoor place. Loved all the healthy options!

    (4)

  • Latifa S.

    Here chickie chickie!! I love a good chicken. It's often easy and hard to mess up a good roasted chicken. When I do find the right spot that gets it right, I'll stick to it like a magnet. And to top it off, it was Peruvian chicken? Sign me up! I came here on day five of opening (a month ago). It was still summer-ish and still pleasant outside. They are kind of the end of the restaurants strip on Columbia City. They have their own parking lot. It's a cute spot. The tent outside was well lit up and pretty. The space itself is bright and open. You come in, check the chalk board menu and order! You can get the beautiful chicken aroma as you park. Hmmmm. You get two sides with your order. I got half a chicken with sweet potatoes and kale with corn salsa and cornbread. They were out of the rice. Hmmmmm! They also have wine and beer for purchase for around $6. Not bad at all. A few minutes of picking and viola- I was ready to eat my meat~ Yummm. We sat outside. It was pretty and pleasant. The corn bread was so tasty. I love the sweet potatoes and kale. So delish! And the chef even gave us complimentary brownies to take home. YUmmmm! Now the verdict for the chicken- it was small, bony and a ok. Not as flavorful/tasty. I usually get full fast but this one, I wasn't even after half a chicken. I also didn't quite like the taste or the texture of the bird. I feel it was moist and dry at the same time. I like all the sides though. And that brownie was pretty amazing. I have had much better Peruvian chicken in Seattle. This was a ok for me. Perhaps I came too late in the day?They also have sauces for you. Spicy and tangy ones.They were super nice though.I'll probably try them again if I'm in the area.

    (3)

  • Ann W.

    Welcome to the south siiiiiide, Big Chickie! I'm so excited to see a cool new restaurant pop up in Hillman City. I hope this is a sign of more positive growth in the area. I'm impressed that the owners turned a former service station into a restaurant. The ambiance is super casual and non pretentious-- you pick what you want, they dish it out for you, you pay, you sit, you eat. The seating is technically outdoors--the seating area is on pavement next to the parking lot-- but it is enclosed now on the sides with some coverings. There are some lights strung up, which is a cute touch. I bet they will have heat lamps once it gets cold. As for the food, the chicken was roasted to perfection. What does that mean to me? The meat fell off the gawddang bone, it was very juicy, flavorful, and the skin was crispy. It was served with two sauces on the side - a spicy jalapeno sauce and a creamy mayonnaise sauce. I wasn't a fan of either one because I didn't feel they added much to the chicken; I think the chicken was perfect on its own. For one of my sides, I had the kale salad, which was refreshing. I love that they added edamame and golden raisins to it for extra nutrition, texture, and flavor. My other side was the corn salad, which tasted heavily heavily heavily of olive oil--I will opt for the cheesey potatoes next time. A small corn muffin also comes with every meal. I would have preferred it to be served warm rather than cold, but that's not such a big deal. I was still hungry after we left, so I know to get more than a quarter chicken next time. Maybe a whole chicken?? This is America, after all! Super size meeee!

    (4)

  • Jens J.

    Once upon a time, a long long time ago, there was a restaurant in Wood Village, OR named Pollo Loco that served the most scrumptious roasted chicken. I went there all the time. It eventually closed its doors (but why?). Ever since then, I've been seeking good roasted chicken. I did find a Burgermaster in University Village that did serve pretty darned good baked chicken, but the last time I was there, which was recently, they had added five spice to their chicken recipe. So scratch Burgermaster off the list. And then, driving home from work earlier this week, I saw the sign in Hillman City for Big Chickie, a.k.a. Pollo A la Brasa (the term for Peruvian blackened chicken). I had to stop and check it out. Speaking of Hillman City, it seems the revitalization (a.k.a. gentrification) that transformed Columbia City is now taking place up here too. In a Portland food pod-like manner, there is covered seating with plastic sheets for walls in front of Big Chickie. So you can eat-in or take-out. I planned to take-out. For a new restaurant, operations seemed very organized. A good sign. Yes indeed, Big Chickie serves roasted chicken. Along with a 1/2 chicken, I ordered the cheesy potatoes, coleslaw, steak fries and cornbread for sides. At home, I discovered the chicken was very moist and tender. The cheesy potatoes, made with hash brown-like pieces of potato are dangerously good. Just the potatoes themselves are a good enough reason to return to Big Chickie! The coleslaw was excellent - a good mix of vegetables, a little bit creamy and not too sweet or tart. The steak fries were very good, not salty nor greasy. So why not five stars for Big Chickie? Well, even though the chicken was moist and tender, the seasoning mix was not compelling. It contained a spice that tasted like (sorry to be so blunt) a little like either Listerine mouthwash or the smell of shoe polish. Having said that, once inside the chicken skin and away from the external seasonings, the chicken tasted fine. Other than the chicken spice consideration, I can stoutly state that we now have here a worthy alternative to Ezell's Chicken up on 23rd (and now in Mount Baker too). However, San Fernando (Peruvian) Roasted Chicken on Rainier provides a very stiff competition to Big Chickie.

    (4)

  • Ryan N.

    You ever get the feeling when you've had a long day at work, want a satisfying dinner, but don't really feel like going through the hustle and bustle of dining out? Well, that's me in a nutshell during the work week. Big Chickie ends up as my go to spot on nights like those. Portions are plenty, enough for leftovers. My go to meal (split between 2-4 people with plenty left over) is the Whole Chicken Dinner with 2 large sides - the Monster Kale Salad, Fresh Corn Salad, and Cheesy Potatoes. My only complaint is the consistency in flavor of their chicken - some nights may require more sauce than others. I kind of wished they opened on Sundays and during lunch.

    (4)

  • Myduyen N.

    We passed by here a few times and wanted to try it. I saw mixed reviews so I had to try it for myself. I had the half dark meat with the cheesy potatoes and sweet potatoes sides, yes I love all kind of potatoes :)!!! Oh and I had the jalapeño sauce. In my opinion everything was too bland for my taste. Not sure what the hype was about for the jalapeño sauce, didn't have much flavor to it..just gave a little kick to your chicken. I think if the sweet potatoes were all cooked it would taste 100x better! Some of the potatoes were uncooked, crunchy raw taste to it. A few of those bites and it kills your mood to eat anymore.

    (2)

  • Gene B.

    Oh, mama! The chicken at Big Chickie in Columbia City is awesome! What we've done to chicken in this country is nothing short of criminal. With the proliferation of boneless, skinless chicken breasts and chicken nuggets it's easy to forget that chicken actually has flavor. When treated with respect and cooked properly it can be a delicious, tasty feast. Instead, we have raised an entire generation with the expectation that chicken is devoid of any flavor or texture and that it should be drowned in ranch dressing or buffalo sauce to make it palatable. Well, true believers all is not lost. We're fortunate to live in a town that has some folks that are working hard to provide us with the real stuff - food that's lovingly crafted with precision and painstaking attention to detail. These are the business owners that would rather close up their shop than serve something subpar. Big Chickie in Columbia City is one of those places. Their charcoal-roasted rotisserie chicken is marinated for 24 hours and when it's gone, it's gone. In fact, they have a red neon sign that reads 'Sold Out' when they've sold their last chickie. 'Marinated for 24 hours' means a full 24 hour cycle, they aren't going to compromise here and we're all the better for it. Well, the chicken is perfect. It's moist and tender on the inside with a golden brown skin that is redolent with the smoky essence imparted from the charcoal fire that it roasted over. They have a yellow and green sauce to complement the chicken, but honestly I felt that the chicken didn't need any embellishment. Shelby, on the other hand, thought that the yellow sauce was pretty tasty. The fact that the chicken was great didn't really come as a surprise to me. There was a long line to get to it after all and while in that line I got to observe that wonderful rotisserie and breathe in all that lovely aroma. I felt pretty confident that it was going to be great and I wasn't disappointed. The real revelation here, though, was just how good the sides were! The cheesy potatoes were terrific! Some of the best potatoes au gratin that I've had in a long time. A creamy, cheesy sauce envelopes tender, shredded potatoes. According to the menu they're somewhat based on a Peruvian dish called Papas Huancaina of which I'm not familiar with, but that doesn't matter because these potatoes are delicious in any language! We also went with the black beans and yellow rice which was very solid. I was wavering between that side dish or the corn salad which looked very nice. The little corn bread muffins were good. All and all it was a fantastic feast and it was more food than the two of us could handle and, trust me, we tried our best to finish it off.

    (4)

  • Young C.

    I coach baseball in the Columbia city neighborhood and always wanted to stop by. A couple days ago my gf and I were out on a sunny day and decided to swing by right when they opened. We got the half chicken with large sides; cheesy potatoes and the lime kissed sweet potatoes. all I can say is this place is great. The combination of the verde sauce, pink and pickled onions together with the pollo is a killer combo. Plus they have San pelligrino for beverages!

    (4)

  • Chas S.

    So. Finally made it here after driving past it many times and hearing good reviews about it. Here's mine: 1. The chicken: great tasting chicken. I can see how others felt the flavor could be pumped up a little more, but for me, at least, it was seasoned just right. However, mine looked anorexic---portion size is not the best deal for my buck. I don't mind paying a premium for food, but at least give me something to chew on!!! 2. The sides: rice, pea salad, and cornbread. All were good and portions were generous, I guess that's to make up for the smallish chicken I was served. The pea salad, although could've used more seasonings, had a nice mint flavor to it which was a good surprise. The cornbread was OK and needed some butter, but to my surprise, this place don't have butter!!! Whaaat?!?!?! I was told that their cornbread was loaded with butter and don't need it. You can never enough butter Overall: just "meh". It wouldn't add this to my rotation unless they increase the portion size of their chicken AND give me butter for my cornbread. That's two-stars OFF for me.

    (3)

  • Christine V.

    This place is good! Cool trendy spot with a fun experience. It's like the chipotle experience but for rotisserie chicken. I really like the building decor and the way they have the tent outside for the nice summer days. Only thing was the pricing was a bit high when k can go get a full organic rotisserie chicken at the grocery store for $7. I'd much rather go spend that money elsewhere for a meal at a restaurant.

    (3)

  • Steve S.

    So, today I went to this restraunt thinking it would taste good since the other Peruvian around the area taste great. The service wasn't half bad, they treated us with respect and told me the information about the place and restraunt. For any other person who has not tried "Real" Peruvian Food before it might not be as bad. But for someone Who has tried good pervian, it's pretty bad. 1) For biggest meal you can get it's 27 bucks, for the cost it's way to little. 2)For a restraunt that only serves only one dish, it's not good, it taste so plain. It doesn't give you a mouth watering sensation that other Peruvian restraunt give. I'm shorter words, Costco Chicken taste better. I left disappointed and will not come back anytime in the future. I would go to San Fernando in Seattle. That is some real Peruvian food!

    (2)

  • Chelsea S.

    Got takeout from Big Chickie back in December after trying once before and told that they were already sold out. I was very excited to try it and high hopes and anticipation for it. We got the full chicken (because we thought the half did not look like enough for two people), the cheesy potatoes, kale salad and the corn muffins. I thought the chicken was flavorful and moist but nothing really special until being dipped in the creamy curry sauce. The green sauce was way too limey for our tastes. The cheesy potatoes were rich and delicious and the kale salad was nice and healthy but also didn't wow me. The corn muffins were quite tasty. All in all I thought it was a fresh and healthy dinner but nothing really special or that I would order again sadly. But for families I think picking this up on a busy night is a great option for a wholesome dinner. And I would like to try their sweet potatoes too.

    (3)

  • Nio S.

    My wife and I decided to have dinner here for the first time for our Friday date night. We arrived here with no expectations and had the people advise us on what to get as first timers. So we decided to get a whole chicken dinner and split between the both of us and came with 2 sides of you choice. They recommended the Cheesy Potato Gratin a la Huancaína and Monster Kale Slaw...best choice ever! Along with that was the cornbread and 3 sauces of Creamy Yellow Sauce, Fresh Green Sauce, and Salsa Criolla. For those who are gonna try this for the first time I high suggest the suggestion the people who work there give you. So for the chicken we were told to use the yellow and green sauces together and even though the chicken alone was very flavorful already the sauces gave it that extra punch of awesome flavor. Next was the Cheese Potatoes and the Salsa Criolla which again brought out a spoon full of goodness. Then the Kale Slaw was awesome as well by itself and with the chicken it was even more an adventure with my taste buds. So imagine mixing your eating patterns with all those elements along with munching on some cornbread which by the way was very delicious and not dry at all. Seriously, typing all of this is making me want some now and its only 9am. My wife and I will definitely be coming back here for more!! Happy Eats Everyone!!

    (4)

  • Kat A.

    Big Chickie: Good food, big prices, nice setup. We've been driving by this place pretty regularly and kept meaning to stop, and for some reason we finally stopped in last week. I suppose it could have been the Hot Chicken Now sign that reminded me of the Krispy Kreme sign. Mmmm donuts. The boyfriend and I stopped in our way home to grab quick takeout. I was confused by the menu and what sides were available and the guy who assisted us wasn't super helpful nor friendly [I'll admit it may be that my midwestern roots sometimes lead to me expect people to fake it a little better]. We ended up splitting the half chicken with large sides and a bag of plantain chips. It came out to just under $25, which I think is a pretty high price for what you end up with. The 1/2 Chicken: pretty freaking tasty! Need more chicken. Rice and Beans: "the rice was overdone, but the beans were good" - the boyfriend Cheesy Potatoes: another home run! Plaintain chips: next time maybe I'd skip these unless I'm eating a cuban sandwich...not that they offer those here. [So I'll probably go without.] I'll admit I don't have much experience with Peruvian food, but we both enjoyed most of what we got. We'll probably go back, but not often because we'd spring for the whole chicken [1/2 a chicken is barely enough for 2 hungry people and it wouldn't be the worst thing in the world to have leftovers] but that's more than I want to spend on a random weeknight dinner.

    (3)

  • Kayan H.

    Amazing!! Don't be intimidated by the long lines. The way they're set up there will always be a line but it goes pretty quick. My husband and I have pretty healthy appetites so we got the whole chicken (meant for 4) and killed it. We even got an extra side. For $31 I don't think we could've gotten a better meal. sides: we had the cheesy potato, kale salad and fries. I liked them all! Want to try the sweet potato next time. Also, the creamy yellow sauce is sooo good. Note to self: splurge and buy an extra sauce next time. I have a feeling this will be a regular spot for us going forward.

    (5)

  • J F.

    Cute place. Chicken was good but wish there was more flavor. Lots of food for the price. Cheesy potatoes and rice and beans were good.

    (3)

  • Lilly C.

    This joint looks pretty out of place in this neighborhood, but I would say it's a great addition. Going inside, I felt like I was in Portland - or even Texas. I am a big fan of eating outdoors, whether in a food truck tent setting or simply a picnic. Needless to say, this place definitely gave me that satisfaction on a chilly winter night since it was covered outdoor seating with heat. The menu is very straight forward. They only serve one entree, and that is their chicken which can be accompanied by sides of your choice. Ours were the kale salad, corn salad, and cheesy potatoes. Each order also comes with tiny bite-sized cornbread muffins. Chicken - Relatively small, but tender and seasoned very well. They provide a variety of sauces, but none of them really stood out for me. Honestly, the chicken didn't really need any condiments. Kale Salad - Too much acidity. The dressing was a little too overpowering for me, but I did like the raisins for the contrast of flavor. Cheesy potatoes - I love potatoes prepared in any way so it's pretty hard to screw up a potato for me..especially when there is cheese added; I can't say anything negative about it! Corn Salad: Refreshing and sweet, great pairing with the chicken. I think this is a good spot for a quick bite if you want a slightly healthier alternative to fast food.

    (4)

  • Anthony F.

    Great food at a good price.. You know Seattle has some hidden treasures and Big Chickie is one of them.. Not familiar with the location just head south on Rainer ave s and the great smells will lead you here.

    (4)

  • Nikki N.

    It was just okay. The service was quick and the place is nice and clean. The food is so-so. The chicken was nice and moist but a little bland. Didn't like my kale coleslaw or the corn salad and thought both lacked flavor. My mom didn't like her cheesy potatoes but I thought they were alright, and you could tell they used real cheddar rather than processed. Rice and beans were okay; the beans were better than the rice. What really stood out were the plantains. They were cooked perfectly and were crispy an d sweet, but not to sweet. Honestly, if I hadn't had the chicken at San Fernando Chicken or La Cocina on Capitol Hill, I would've thought it was good. They get two stars for the plantains, half a star for the chicken and half a star because everything was compostable except the plastic take-out bag. If we ever went back, which I doubt we will, I would just get the plantains and some chicken, because that was all I liked.

    (3)

  • L L.

    The food is good. Quarter dark chicken and two sides and one sauce are $9. Chicken was small, rice and beans and kale salad were really good. I would have tried the potatoes but they looked like they were left over from the day before so I passed. A few notes. 1. They realy should post their menu for newbies. I had to ask a few times what the options were for sides. 2. Where are the peruvian flavors? No papas la huacannia? No traditional salsas or sided? I would not have known this was peruvian inspired food if I had not have looked them up online. 3. Offer two sauces with your meals. I paid extra but the pickled onions would have been a nice condiment more so than a sauce. When my mother in law who is from peru comes to visit ill pick up food from San Fernando if we want peruvian food.

    (3)

  • Megan M.

    We found Big Chickie the other day when looking for something quick but still a new place to check out near by that wasn't too fancy. We enjoyed between the two of us (plus little chickie) a half chicken, kale salad, lime sweet potatoes and an order of fries. We could probably have each eaten a half chicken as they are little smaller (likely more legit) but we weren't starved and had plans to stop for soft serve later on the way home. The meat was juicy, flavorful and had a nice hint of smokey flavor but not overwhelming nor 'liquid smoke'. The sides were great and next time for sure we will order more sides to try. The two sauces we tried were a jalapeno relish and a pickled onion. Pickled red onions were the best and we mixed the jalapeno relish into the ketchup and took it up a whole other notch. Was the chicken peruvian? Not so sure as I haven't been to Peru but it tasted just fine, not my abs fabs chicken but a place we will swing by again. The one bummer were the fries. I think they served us the last of a batch that sat out too long. They were old tasting, I sampled several to be sure. However, they provided us a new hot and fresh order without question, and they were much better fresh. The seating area is an enclosed outdoor space, but for a drizzly January evening it was just fine, nicely lit, had a big heater if needed. Almost everything they serve is compostable and the atmosphere is for sure causal. The chicken will run out on a busy day and like Krispy Kreme they have their own version of "hot and fresh" sign and also one when the chicken is all gone.... they do take out and I witnessed several orders come and go. Several drink options, of course, I was thrilled that they served bubbly water. :) There is a little parking lot next to it, which is great, although there is also street parking in the neighborhood too. This was a great place to bring the tot and there was another family there as well, although pretty quiet the night we went.

    (3)

  • Vince N.

    I want to love you so bad, but I can't..cause I need a bit more spices on my Chicken. The food taste fresh and moist, but I think it's a bit pricey and a bit bland. We didn't have a problem with the lines but the lip on the curb is a bit dangerous and there really isn't any demarcations to steer traffic in the line. Three of us split a large chicken and two of us walked away hungry. ugh yeah, i dunno maybe it was a rare day. I will totally try this place one more time and hopefully Ill walk away feeling full. Other than that, the restaurant is very cute and I like how everything is fairly transparent in regards to the food service.

    (3)

  • Thu N.

    Ok, so I ordered half dark meat with some sides. Nope not that great even threw in some extra sauces to help out the flavors but I got got nothing. San Fernando rotisserie chicken is way better and their menu has more Peruvian options.

    (2)

  • Cindy C.

    Can't stop thinking about those brownies! Wow, this place is such a find---delicious chicken, fresh side dishes (I am a cole slaw afficionado, and this passed my test with flying colors!), awesome potatoes, and...if you have the room...you won't believe the brownies. They must be made with Mexican chocolate--cinnamon, chocolatey, dense and gooey. SOOO good. Love the neighborhood, and love that this place is family-friendly and affordable for all. We will be back!!

    (5)

  • Lemme K.

    This is an ok place just to go and see what the hype is. Im actually a little disappointed after hearing all the good reviews from yelp. We got half the chicken with the kale salad and corn salad. We also got the jalapeño sauce and the onion sauce. The chicken was below par, i actually prefer costco rotisserie chicken over this. The skin was the only thing flavorful but it was not Peruvian flavor at all. The chicken was small compare to a normal chicken, like it was kinda malnourished. The sides were good though, generous portion and tasted pretty good. The sauce was nothing special, the jalapeño was sour and the onion sauce was picked onion, it didn't go well with anything, you can eat it on its own. The corn bread was ok, i would prefer it warm rather than cold. The price was ok for what we got, but if we had chosen other sides such as fries, it wouldn't have been worth the price we paid. Overall, i would only go back for the sides.

    (3)

  • Beth F.

    Please see my previous review for a detailed review. I just wanted to update my review because the last couple times I've been to Big Chickie have been a little disappointing. The cheesy potatoes have been so burned on top that it kind of ruins the experience, and the texture suggests they'd been sitting out for too long. Actually, the food generally seems to be less hot and fresh. Still delicious, but knocked down from a 5-star to a 4-star.

    (4)

  • Homan L.

    The smell outside was intoxicating, nothing like the smell of charcoal rotisserie chicken to spearhead any gentrification efforts. The chicken tasted really good as expected, the breast was as moist and tender as the thigh, nice charcoal smoky flavor but not overpowering. I wasn't crazy about the sides, the corn bread with chunks of sweet corn in it was good but it was served cold. Maybe that's a Peruvian thing, I don't know but I prefer them hot or at least warm. The corn salad was simple but good, same with the kale salad. The cheesy potatoes I liked most, good texture with chunks and surprisingly not too heavy. I didn't like the yellow rice at all. It tasted like packets of costco chicken ramen flavoring mixed with rice during the steaming process. Maybe my own ignorance of what's actually in it but it didn't seem to jive with the whole concept of fresh local chicken, seemed highly artificial to me. Some of the sauces were sold out so we just got the green and yellow. Green being blended cilantro and yellow being a blend mustard/mayo. The sauces seemed somewhat an afterthought, the green sauce I can forgive because it's a Peruvian thing, I had a similar sauce at other Peruvian restaurants and my lack of Peruvian street cred prevents me from accurately assessing the authenticity and quality of the sauce. The yellow sauce just didn't seem to compliment the chicken, I dipped some with corn bread but it just didn't seem to click. Maybe that's why the spicy sauce was sold out. The space is simple and open, might get a little chilly in winter. They have a plastic drapery that they can slide to enclose the space so maybe not too cold. A good concept, glad to see more decent yet simple restaurants popping up like this.

    (4)

  • Christine P.

    Chicken was okay. Kale salad FRESH but lacking flavor as were the peas. Cheesy potatoes just not enjoyable. The smell and taste reminded me of 1989 school pizza lunch - even my kids wouldn't eat it. $32 for a chicken smaller than a Seattle pigeon and a few lackluster sides. We won't be back and I'm sorry I left my money here.

    (2)

  • Jimmy L.

    This review is long overdue. I've had big chickie a while back and still continue to go there. First let's start with the food The Peruvian chicken is seasoned well and moist not that dry Costco kind. The cheesy potatoes are literally the best cheesy potatoes I've had and that's saying something. The mustard sauce, to me isn't that good UNLESS you add the jalapeños with it, so delicious!!! Second of all let me tell you the customer service is unbelievably great!! The workers are nice and welcoming. The environment has a very hipster feeling. The parking lot is small but that's ok street parking is literally next to the place. Lastly I believe this place is truly good and not as bad as anyone says it is. But one thing is for sure the price can be a little expensive but I'd say it's worth it. After all you get what you pay for!

    (5)

  • Jennifer Y.

    Location: It is located in Hillman City, just past Columbia City on Rainier. Parking: Loads of it in their parking lot Seating: Outdoor seating but covered during the winter. Not heated but it wasn't really cold when I sat out to eat last night. Food: The chicken was amazing, very well seasoned, not dry. The sauce was a little disappointing. They had the yellow creamy sauce, which is a mustard/mayo sauce and their spicy green sauce, which is just chopped up jalapeno and lime. They removed the seeds so the green sauce wasn't really too spicy. I think I was disappointed mostly because I was comparing it to San Fernando's green sauce (which is amazing). But I think Big Chickie's chicken is waaaaay better. The sides at Big Chickie are great - I had their corn salad (love corn) and their cheesy potatoes (guilty pleasure). I want to try the Kale Slaw next time. I will be back!

    (4)

  • Vik M.

    Come eat here now... Right now, right now!! This outdoor eatery is absolutely incredible and very likely to please your taste buds. It is Peruvian style rotisserie chicken(yum!). Incredible seasoning on the skin and very juicy meat. You can order a quarter (white or dark) , a half, or whole chicken. Two sides are included with all chicken orders, but they can be large or small! Yes, love me some sides. I tried the cheesy potatoes (if yoy want to taste pure joy then order this) and the corn salad (sort of like a corn salsa/pico de gallo- very tasty!). The corn bread are small (mini muffin size), but sweet and perfect. The sauces are delicious; the yellow sauce is a mustard/chipotle and the green is a jalapeño/lime. Now, the brownie, heaven sent. It is a Mexican chocolate dream in solid form. Lots of cinnamon, lots of deliciousness. The owner(?) Sarah was a total hostess. She explained the entire menu and gave us her opinion, and then guided us to the order area. Perfect! The place is an outdoor only seating restaurant and is perfect for Togo orders. You can have a bottle or glass of wine/beer, or bottle of cider. This place is wonderful, give it a try. Bathrooms are very close by and options for beverages are available. Gordon Ramsey would definitely approve!! This place puts Hillman City on the map!

    (5)

  • Alison b.

    The chicken is fresh and there are several healthier side dishes to go along. The grounds offer ample outside dining. It is conveniently located. It was an empty gas station for years. Kudos for adding to the neighborhood in a positive way.

    (5)

  • Andy P.

    Can't say enough. We've been waiting for these doors to open for a few weeks now. Tonight was our second trip, and we got there in time to get almost the last quarter of a bird. I had the 1/4 white plate tonight. I did prefer the dark that I got a few days before, but you can't go wrong with the flavors that they get into the chicken. As for the sides...it is so hard to choose. We love the cheesy potatoes the best. Our second favorite was the lime glazed sweet potatoes and then the kale salad. The coleslaw and fries were also amazing too. Grab both the yellow and the green sauces. I at the green one straight, like it was a mini-salad or something. So good. The yellow sauce went with the fries best. We didn't try mixing them together yet, but we'll save that for next time. All that and a couple of beers makes me a very satisfied customer.

    (5)

  • Michale L.

    I'm happy to see we finally have some sort of Peruvian food! Big Chickie is a great addition to the neighborhood. With seating up front and center to the restaurant, the 'convertible' indoor-outdoor tables and benches add awesome vibes to Hillman City. It's dine in (cafeteria lunch line style) or take out. Tables are usually open and I've never encountered long lines or running out of food. + Chicken is consistently good and consistent in size + Chicken is well seasoned and always moist + Cornbread side is good - On the pricey side for portions but given the quality of the food, I'm content. - Sides are OK and definitely on the small side + Enjoyed the kale salad and corn salad Noteworthy: * Parking lot plus lots of free street parking * Clean (in terms of both food prep and cleaning up after customers leave) * Staff is nice

    (3)

  • Sheena H.

    Had the half order with small sides. The chicken was ok good flavor and seasoning. But was alittle dry. Also had cheesy shredded potatoes. Nothing special. Nothing you can't make at home. Also had the lime glazed sweet potatoes. Very interesting idk wether to hate them or like them. But come try it for yourself!

    (3)

  • Michelle L.

    Yummy!!!!! J and I shared the one whole chicken meal. One entire chicken, 4 corn bread muffins, 1 side of the cheesy potatoes, and 1 side of the sweet potatoes. How does this feed 4 people??? We KILLED it. Everything was absolutely delicious. The assembly line went by fairly quickly. Even though there was a 'long' line, we got all of our food within minutes. I love the outdoor seating arrangement. However, there needs to be more tables and seats! Considering how many people dine at Big Chickie, they definitely need to provide more seating. I'll be going back for sure!!

    (4)

  • Heather S.

    The best Peruvian food in Seattle. The cheesy potatoes are life. I took a bite, fainted from the overwhelming deliciousness, came back, and had some more. Their corn salad is incredibly tasty too. I love Big Chickie's!!

    (5)

  • Cj M.

    Moist chicken (according to my partner), delicious vegan option. Decent prices. Vegan, herbivore, and carnivore welcoming. In the south end. Need I say more? Great to be able to support our local businesses, makes it much easier when they are delicious!

    (5)

  • Tina D.

    I'm so disappointed with how my lunch went yesterday after seeing so many raving reviews for this place! I got there when the sign said hot chicken now and was so excited! Strangely enough though, I was the only one there...the whole time I ordered to the time I left (granted that was only about ten minutes tops). I ordered a whole chicken and three large sides. I had read the reviews that the chicken portion was small so I figured over ordering couldn't be a terrible idea. I asked the guy how big a whole chicken was and he grabbed one and showed me. I was like eh, wtheck lets just get the whole thing! My sides were cheesy potatoes, kale salad and corn salad. Everything came with four cornbread muffins and I got three sauces (got one of each). Okay, so I get back to work and am sooooo excited to eat everything. For the hot chicken sign being on, this chicken was not hot! It was like lukewarm. That's one star down. The chicken also looked like it was probably leftover from lunch time cause it was pretty dry too. The sauces didn't really add much to the chicken so I ended up not using them. Now for the sides...the corn salad was okay. Felt like there could've been so more oomph in it. Just felt like something was missing. Kale salad was okay. A lot of good flavors that came together but ultimately too lemony for my liking. Cheesy potatoes though...that was the truth! Mouth full of amazingness! Again though, I think this batch was leftover from lunch because when he was scooping it in to the cup there was lots of burnt patches getting scooped up too (could also taste a little of that burnt potato). The people here are very nice though so that's another saving grace! I'll be back to try it again...maybe on not such an off time. Shared the rest with my coworker and he said he really only liked the potatoes also.

    (2)

  • Julie F.

    Five stars for the chicken. It's juicy, the honey mustard and jalapeño sauces are amazing, and the taste is phenomenal. Three stars for the sides. The cheesy potatoes are so so so good. Eat all the cheesy potatoes. Rice and beans? Eh. Mix the honey mustard and jalapeño sauces in with them, and they aren't too bad. Cornbread muffin? Eh. I like it better warm, but I know that's hard to do. Get the chicken and a double order of the cheesy potatoes. Maybe throw some honey butter on the cornbread after warming it up. Mmmmm honey butter.

    (4)

  • Karen U.

    I love this place! The side dishes are great, and my husband says the chicken is delicious (I love the beans and rice). This is an excellent restaurant to take people with different dietary needs or preferences as the meat-eaters are delighted, the majority of their side dishes are vegan and even my dad's gluten-intolerant girlfriend finds enough to eat. They have good beer on tap, lovely outdoor seating (and they keep making it nicer), and even extra parking. The prices are reasonable and the portions are generous. This is our go-to spot when we're too tired to cook or family shows up last minute. So happy to have this restaurant in our neighborhood!

    (5)

  • Angelica F.

    What an awesome addition to South Seattle! Had originally planned on going somewhere else for dinner but the place was new and looked so inviting! The menu was straight forward you can pick from a variety of sides. The chicken here is DELICIOUS!!! The skin is amazing and extremely flavorful while the meat is juicy and moist. All the staff including the lady at the register was so friendly and helpful. She actually turned out to be one of the owners after looking at the brochure! So excited to have this place in the south! Definitely coming back!

    (4)

  • Joel M.

    As a new member of the South Seattle tribe, I've been trying to find a place that really hit the spot. While some of the other food in the area was decent, none of it so far had made me go WOW. Big Chickie changed that. There wasn't a line when I arrived at about seven at night. The place definitely has curb appeal. The inside of the place is interesting with the seating existing on the blacktop with some heavy plastic(?) sheeting protecting you from the elements. However, as somebody that doesn't get cold easy, I have to admit that I was a bit cold. If it's cold out, sit the closest that you can to the front of the restaurant where the heater is. Otherwise, you might be shivering as you bite into their delicious chicken. I ordered the quarter of dark chicken with a side of the semi-legendary cheesy potatoes and the kale salad. And a beer. I ordered the creamy yellow sauce and the green sauce. It came with two little cornbread muffins. Perhaps muffettes? The chicken? Moist. Tender. Flavorful. You could just taste the grill on them and in a good way. Without the sauces? Absolutely delicious! With the yellow sauce? EVEN MORE DELICIOUS. And the green sauce? I'm a fan, but that yellow sauce. Oh man. I ended up putting that on my muffins, too. I'm weird, but it was really good. The kale salad? Fresh. Crisp. Zesty. It was the perfect balance to the cheesy potatoes. The cheesy potatoes? Read the other reviews. You might get the impression that a cult is developing around these potatoes. That impression is correct. Even if they are just a big pile of mushy potatoes and melty, warm, mouth watering cheese, they might be the best big pile of mushy potatoes and melty, warm, mouth watering cheese that you can get in Seattle. And the beer? While spendy, I do appreciate them having a decent variety of local options. All in all, I'll be back. Again. And probably again after that. And then again with friends.

    (4)

  • N M.

    Slow start. Need to get the timing better by the time they open at 5 but I'll give them slack for now. Good Chicken but not great. I recently moved here from San Francisco and lived near Limon Rotisserie who makes the best Peruvian chicken I've ever tasted. They should check it out. Need more flavor here . I'll try again soon and see if it improves

    (3)

  • Pam C.

    I went on the first day they were open to the public and was lucky enough to be standing downwind when they opened the ovens to start serving up the first few chickens. Oh. My. Goodness. The glorious aroma of slow roasted chicken!! I immediately regretted that I did not need more than half a chicken. The flavors are tangy and savory and you can taste the charcoal flavor in the meat - mmmmm! The cheesy potatoes are really good in a I-don't-care-how-many-calories-this-is-I-can't-­stop-eating-it! sorta way. The suggestion to mix the yellow and green sauces to dip the chicken in is a great one. I have been back several times for take-out and plan on going back again this weekend!

    (5)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :4:30 pm - 8:3

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : No
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Accepts Bitcoin : No
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Street, Private Lot
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : No
    Caters : No

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