Dinah's Chicken Glendale
Chicken restaurant · Tropico ·

Dinah's Chicken Glendale

Chicken restaurant · Tropico ·

Old-school fried chicken joint serving comfort food classics

fried chicken
mashed potatoes
mac and cheese
coleslaw
gravy
friendly service
crispy chicken
juicy chicken
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4106 San Fernando Rd ste a, Glendale, CA 91204 Get directions

$10–20

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Accepts reservations
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Cozy

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4106 San Fernando Rd ste a, Glendale, CA 91204 Get directions

+1 818 244 4188
dinahschicken.com
@dinahsfriedchicken

$10–20 · Menu

Features

•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Popular for dinner
•Cozy
•Trendy
•Family friendly
•Good for groups

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Dec 28, 2025

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"A classic fried chicken spot that actually invented the paper bucket as a takeaway container, Dinah’s has been immortalized on film in Little Miss Sunshine, but this classic spot was actually famous in Glendale first. The fried chicken meals are a feast for the family, using a classic Southern approach." - Rebecca Roland

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Dinah's Chicken

LOR D

Google
First time trying Dinah's. The restaurant has take out orders and indoor dining. Friendly service and really good chicken. Ordered 4 drumsticks to go and the chicken was fresh hot and delicious . The coating was light and crispy and the chicken pieces were large and very tasty. There is a wait for the chicken but every order it is made fresh and not sitting around like other fast food places. The chicken was hot juicy, super crispy and delicious but not heavily battered unlike other places. They also have shrimp platter , coleslaw, potato salad and even home made pies. Well worth a visit . Loved the chicken.

Harrison

Google
I love the down home family style of the place. The server was extremely nice and help. The chicken itself was juicy, but otherwise just okay. I would have preferred crisper skin and better seasoning but I'm also from the south and picky about fried chicken. The mashed potatoes and gravy were good. Overall, it's a fun spot for comfort food.

Joanne Kawamoto F.

Google
OMG…we had such an amazing dining experience at Dinah’s today. Being that we were 1st time diners, our server Kim, was extremely attentive and helpful with menu suggestions. Her effervescent personality was a refreshing touch! We had an opportunity to sample a few sides, all of which were fresh, well-seasoned and flavorful. Our meals were prepared to perfection and arrived piping hot! We definitely enjoyed every bite. AND…we purchased additional items to take out. Dinah’s is a culinary experience, one that everyone should try! You’ll be pleasantly pleased.

Deanna H.

Google
I live about a half hour away from Dinah’s but always heard the food was amazing, and the drive was worth it. The cozy feeling you get the minute you walk through the doors is something special. The waitress, Hanna, greeted us with such warmth and friendliness that it instantly made us feel welcome. I could not stop staring at all the beautiful Christmas decorations. You can tell it is family owned and the history behind the restaurant is really meaningful. The service was fast and I never had to ask for a refill once. When our food came, every bite was so good that we kept looking at each other like wow this is delicious. We cleared our plates. Then the pie came and now I cannot wait to go back and try every single one. Hats off to the cooks, the manager Camron, and the whole staff. It is a great place to visit and get a taste of this warm, friendly atmosphere. I honestly felt like I was at home.

Song J.

Google
Nothing special, very bland tasting food. Lacking seasoning on everything. Paid 28$ for all you see. They say 1$ drum sticks but you have to order 16$ worth of food to get the deal, very misleading. Rating would have been higher if they didn't purposely mislead people. As an added bonus I found a hair in my fries, they claimed it was just corn hair. After that I couldn't finish the food, paid and left. Never coming here again. Aviod.

Leah M.

Google
First time trying this place. I was recommended this by a coworker and I was not disappointed . This could possibly be the best chicken in the LA area The chicken was great. All the sides were great and the customer service was just as good. I highly recommend trying thjs place out and getting their chicken dinner . Well worth the money . Five Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Nerses Kechkarian (.

Google
One of the best fried chicken places to go in town , and been open forever. Always treat you nice when you go to order or get it to go. Hands down one of the best coleslaws around. I love eating there, chicken comes out pipping hot, and they have this orange/brown sweet spread made in house...goes amazing on the chicken and bread ! They have $1 or $2 drum sticks can add to your combo and they are amazing also.

Ruben C.

Google
Was in town and was really craving some chicken and waffles, so close proximity to the Airbnb we were at we found this hidden gem, great service, the chicken was absolutely juicy and flavorful. It hit the spot, if you are in the area and want some country kitchen food, its a must.
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Eric H.

Yelp
Est. 1967- It's been 5 years since my last visit to Dinah's. I came during the Covid shutdowns, so I wasn't able to eat inside, everything was to-go. this time, I dined-in. The service was very friendly and helpful. I ordered the 2 piece with a Breast and a Wing, Mashed Potatoes, and a side of Mac & Cheese. The chicken is juicy and tender, with a really nice season on the crispy batter. Dipping it in the gravy from the mash is the way to go. I asked for additional gravy and that didn't charge me for it. Also, I wanted to see if the Potato Salad was as good as I remembered and it is! They gave me some to try and again, no charge. Very nice! The inside has a very homey feel to it. It's cozy, inviting and relaxing. The food, the service and the vibe, make's Dinah's a great place to visit. The food here is always good to go, but if you have the time, enjoy a meal inside and relax.
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Talin M.

Yelp
Wow, Dina's Chicken where have you been all my life?! I've lived in Glendale for over 40 years, and somehow this was my first time ordering from Dina's... and let me tell you, it won't be the last! I ordered for a family gathering and everything was absolutely amazing. The chicken? Perfectly fried, crispy on the outside, juicy and flavorful on the inside . The sides were just as impressive -- the mashed potatoes were smooth and savory, the pineapple coleslaw was a refreshing twist (seriously delicious), and the mac and cheese was a hit with the kids creamy, cheesy, and comforting. Ordering online was super easy, and everything was hot, fresh, and ready for pickup right on time. Big thank you to Dina's for making our gathering so tasty.
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Terry D.

Yelp
Well this is about as close to my mother's, grandmother's and everybody else's mother or grandma out there during the 50's thru the 60's fried chicken from a cast iron pan coated with only flour shaken in a brown paper bag, with salt and pepper. Back then the only chicken with a wet egg and flour dredge, and maybe Buttermilk batter was KFC. Mom didn't know anything about a 11 spices, other than two, salt and pepper. Now I love a good crunchy fried chicken that is now ubiquitous, (Popeyes', Vons, Ralph's, KFC, Church's, Pioneer etc.) it's not what was typical in anyone's household. Now I didn't grow up in the south, but my mom's family was from Arkansas, and you'd thought she'd know about buttermilk and egg's dips. But no my friend she didn't and never but never did such a thing. And don't get me started on mashed potatoes. Dinah's serves the real thing with little tiny chunks of potato in there. Praise the lord! I only have two issue's. I live in Pasadena and she's too far away and I'm not crazy about her gravy. I grew up with milk gravy from the pan drippings. So next time I'll pass on the gravy. Finally, everyone in the shop was so lovely. Made the visit all that more special. Oh, I almost forgot. As I approached the front door two women were walking out the door with a cart carrying several huge aluminum pans filled to the brim with what I assume was fried chicken with several sides. It had to be enough for at least 50 some people. Now if that isn't an endorsement I don't know what is.

Ira L.

Yelp
Got seated right away for an early lunch. Ordered 2 pieces plus mash w gravy and Cole slaw. Their Cole salad is the usual cabbage plus pineapple. There lots of pineapple chunks adding a sweetness. It was tasty. I liked the chicken but it could have used more flavors. Salt was fine. I wouldn't call this southern fried chicken tho. The restaurant is small with a lot of tables. The wait staff was friendly. I wouldn't go out of my way for this place, but if a group of us were going I'd happily try it again.

Arturo A.

Yelp
Came here last Thursday for lunch and got the chicken sandwich and macaroni cheese side combo. It was one of the best chicken sandwiches I've had chicken was nice and crispy and juicy came with coleslaw on top. I never had the two together like that, but it was very very good. I highly recommend this place And will be back when I am in the area.
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Franklin M.

Yelp
Old school since 1967. It's been a decade since I last ate here and it was disappointing then, but the food has gotten a lot better. I ordered the 3 piece fried chicken combo that comes with biscuit and two sides which I picked out mac n' cheese and potato salad. The restaurant was busy so I ordered this to go, it took around five minutes to get my order. The chicken was perfectly cooked and the meal satisfied my hunger.
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william b.

Yelp
I was in the mood for fried chicken, i drove 32 miles to eat at this yelp referred place. I had the five piece chicken dinner plate with mashed potato, coleslaw and barbecue beans. I was in fried chicken paradise!!! Service was slow, no refill on iced tea.
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Eli R.

Yelp
This place is AMAZING. The best fried chicken I've ever had. Mia was fantastic and have me the perfect recommendations. How this place isn't more famous or been in a Tarantino movie I'll never know. I had the 3 piece dinner, pineapple coleslaw, fries, and upgraded a piece to a breast. Perfection. Been here since 1958. If you feel like a bite of some Americana, go here. Mia was even kind enough to let me try the fruit ambrosia salad and the mashed potatoes. Delicious. I'm definitely coming back!
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Julio G.

Yelp
Quaint old school fried chicken spot. Love their fried corn on the cob! The service is warm and friendly. Will keep coming back
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Henry S.

Yelp
All the reviews are correct this place is amazing, it has that warm cozy ambiance to some pretty delicious comfort food. The fried chicken was amazing as well as the mashed potatoes and gravy. For sides we went with the Mac and cheese ( not pictured ) pineapple coleslaw, stuffing with a side of cranberry sauce and dinner rolls. The chicken was cooked perfectly not greasy at all, just needed a touch of salt for my taste. The pineapple coleslaw was delicious just a touch of sweetness not overwhelming. Unfortunately the reviews on the Mac and cheese were correct it did not have enough cheese and lacked flavor. As for the stuffing it was delicious reminded me of my mother in laws, the presentation wasn't all that appetizing but it was good. The service was a great the prices are reasonable considering inflation and it still has that grandmas house feel to the place, I could tell why a lot of locals and regulars come to this spot.
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Marc S.

Yelp
We've been coming here for so many years! Tasty fried chicken and very good mashed potatoes. Pineapple in the coleslaw is a nope for me but this place is still an institution. Get a big bucket o chicken and thank me later.
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Courtney Z.

Yelp
Best fried chicken in California! It's incredible. Also the sides are amazing and mashed potatoes &gravy- homemade. Also, it's a family restaurant and I saw on the news they were robbed last weekend. We should support them and it's a perfect excuse to eat fried chicken!
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Veronica R.

Yelp
This place serves some of the best fried chicken I've ever tasted, and it pairs perfectly with their classic sides! Honestly, I'd choose this spot over KFC or any other chain any day. The flavor is unmatched! And let me tell you about the gravy--it's absolutely delicious! This is a must-try for anyone who loves great comfort food!
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Geo G.

Yelp
The Chicken & Waffle is a must. Who's created this combo? Thank you. . The Waffles is crispy yet soft. The chicken has its own style of crispness which is good. The place is small but clean and nice country style feeling. It's located inside a small shopping center so parking is limited.
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Claudia S.

Yelp
Personally I like this fried chicken more than Roscoe's. I know I know but Dinah's breading and flavor are more consistent. Not overly fried and juicy tender meat. People keep coming in and out of the restaurant walking out with buckets and trays of just fried chicken. If that doesn't tell you something good let me tell you more. They even have batter fried fish and shrimp. They're also not overly breaded or fried. My mom loves the fried liver and gizzards mix. So crunchy!!! As for the sides it's hit or miss. I feel that their Mac needs more cheese or something. Their waffles are delish. Signature pineapple slaw is a must even though it's not my favorite. I like their mashed potatoes a lot. Add the gravy so creamy!!! I also really like their rolls. Thick yet soft. They also have a variety of pies that you can get with ice cream!!! I love their apple pie with vanilla ice cream but there are so many other flavors to choose from. Highly recommend historic Dinah's for your fried chicken cravings!!!
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Ves S.

Yelp
Our neighbor gave us some of their chicken and we loved it so we stopped by Dinah's! We were seated quickly and food came by pretty fast. There's a take away version of the chicken dinner but it's not available dine in. We ended up getting one chicken dinner meal, which includes three pieces of chicken, two sides and a dinner roll. They also have a $1 drumstick special for every $5 spent. The chicken again was tasty and didn't need extra condiments. Nice crunch and juicy. The mashed potatoes and gravy were as expected. The macaroni and cheese were creamy but could use a little pepper. There's available parking in the lot though if it gets busy street parking is available close by. Bathrooms are pretty nice too.
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Ben S.

Yelp
The good: Waffle was excellent The mid: Chicken was juicy in the way that the Costco chickens are, kind of slimy, like they are commercial food grade instead of artisan food grade if that makes sense. The bad: Dining room seating is wayyy too tight. I was sat in a corner table and the waitress missed me repeatedly for refills on drinks and when trying to flag anyone down for the check. Price: On the high side of reasonable. Conclusion: I would not venture out of my way to go back, but if I were at an event nearby and people wanted to eat there I wouldn't object.
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Juan F.

Yelp
Great food and great people and awesome environment. Definitely recommend this place been here forever!
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PAUL V.

Yelp
Fire , food and service was excellent Stumbled upon Dinahs by accident. Definitely recommend
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Gail C.

Yelp
Moist delicious crispy chicken. Pineapple slaw is amazing as well as the stuffing. Atmosphere really makes you feel like you're on a farm.

Dennis H.

Yelp
First of all, I want to say that their chicken is to die for particularly if you get them to make it fresh and they don't give you something that they may have had laying around so I will gladly wait for fresh chicken. The one thing that's a problem and has turned me negative is that they close at 8:30 but they close the dining room at 7:50 now why does it take actually 40 minutes to worry about cleaning maybe one or two tables? I don't get it. They're turning away Business Because of it. I would say they could close the dining area at 8:15 and still have plenty of time without overtime to clean a couple tables, but that's silly me.
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Paul And Neva C.

Yelp
We've been coming to Dinah's for years now. It's our local go-to for chicken. Love the coleslaw best, but the potato and macaroni salads are good as well. We think of it (especially) when we're doing something picnic-y; Shakespeare at Griffith, Jazz at LACMA, or any number of outings! The perfect intersection of tasty and easy. Staff is always great.
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Daniel B.

Yelp
Bottom-Line: Mid-level family-owned entrenched fried chic recipe that doesn't reinvent the wheel, but is an okay place to get a bite to eat now and then. Preface: Ordered Postmates, so results may vary -- especially when dining in. I ordered the 3-piece mixed chicken with roll and two sides. With tip and my Uber-one subscription, the grand total came out to 25$ in 2024. Sojourning from Glendale, the 3-piece still came in surprisingly still hot, but the mix chicken consisted of : wing, thigh, leg. For $25 dollars, I'm leaving a lot on the table to be desired. Would it hurt to sub a thigh for a breast? Not too much meat on 'em bones. I also ordered two of the more popular sides -- mac 'n cheese and mashed potato and gravy. The chicken was just okay. No knockout punch. Skin had a darkened crisp thinner membrane similar to what any person with makeshift homemade fryer can potentially make right at home. Or like dare I say a fancy restaurant not specializing in fried chicken can make. Doesn't mean it's bad. But it does mean it is limited in taste. The chicken however was -- for the most part -- super juicy. The skin just lacked any real defined flavor. Could be seasoned better. Roll tasted like a french roll for sandwiches, so whatevs. I did not receive mac'n cheese and mashed potatos and gravy. Instead, I just received two mac 'n cheese sides. The sides are super small. The Mac'n Cheese was the low-part of the meal. Super bland. Had zero flavor. Tasted just above grocery boxed mac'n cheese. How is this popular, I don't know.
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Jay T.

Yelp
This is a classic fried chicken spot established in 1967 and family owned ever since. Their wonderful chicken recipe has with stood over time and it didn't fail to satisfy that savory fix. They were quite busy, but the staff was very helpful. All the interesting chicken art on the wall really had a nice ambience.
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Dave F.

Yelp
Comfort food at its finest. Always nice a greasy. Service is swift and polite. Ambiance is old but very clean and orderly. Absolutely would recommend.

R B.

Yelp
Wow, just had lunch there today and I am wowed! Waitress was fantastic, took time with us, gave good recommendations. Chicken: BIG pieces, full of flavor, skin crispy. Just outstanding. Pineapple cole slaw: to die for Fries: fresh, HOT, great taste, crispy outside, mashed potatoes inside.
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Jennifer T.

Yelp
Great nostalgic little cafe. Breakfast was good. Had the 2 pieces of chicken and waffles. That really hit the spot. The staff were helpful and gave good tips on how to enhance the experience of eating the fried chicken.
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Amanda C.

Yelp
Stumbled across this place today, and I'm really glad we gave it a shot! We ordered the 2 piece n waffle, as well as the chicken liver and gizzard. The breading is amazing,, not too much and perfectly crispy. The servers were also very kind, which made our experience all the better.
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Leigha W.

Yelp
So happy with my experience here! The ambience is so cozy, warm, and inviting. The servers are all so nice and helpful. And omg - the CHICKEN was perfect. As a girl from the south living here in Los Angeles, it can be hard to find fried chicken that lives up to the name, but this was just phenomenal. Definitely recommend stopping in for breakfast or lunch or dinner (chicken & waffles are served all day!)
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John Peter A.

Yelp
We ordered a Chicken dinner and a side of livers. The chicken was crispy and fried just right. Tasty and juicy. The mashed potatoes were creamy and buttery. The livers were crunchy and flavorful the best I ever had. I highly recommend this place. Small diner with a country feel. Restrooms were clean. Service was friendly and courteous wait time was minimal even with the rush of people.

Lisa C.

Yelp
The chicken was crunchy outside and extremely juicy on the inside. We loved the side dishes.

Delilah B.

Yelp
So disappointed. Guessing all the good reviews are from people who have never been to the south and have no idea what Southern cooking is all about. The Chicken is good not great a bit salty really. Mac n cheese had zero flavor boxed vibes. It came with rolls but ordered biscuits because we didn't want to miss out on a good biscuit and they practically tasted like the rolls! No flaky dough just a round piece of bread that did not have the texture of a biscuit. Those biscuits you buy in a can taste better. Beans were ok. I spent 80 bucks for food I'm figuring out if I will doctor up and try to fix or just throw away tomorrow. We will eat the chicken and that is about it. Oh and the gravy is lumpy with a watery consistency bought two slices of pie. One lemon meringue which was made rubbery and I got a slice coconut cream pie which had a piece of what I am guessing is machinery!!! thank goodness I didn't take a full on bite or I would have broken my teeth. It was a round disc made of thick plastic that I could not break in half if I tried a hazard really! Oh and the crust on both pieces did not have the right texture. I should go back and ask for my money back but not worth the drive back. The piece of plastic alone I found in my pie should be a reason ..... I could cook a better Thanksgiving meal with my eyes closed. If you want generic and insipid tasting food this is the place for you. 80 of my hard earned money down the drain. I wanted to take a break and not have to cook for a few days I should have just used that money for groceries.
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Richard O.

Yelp
It's just as good as Gus's fried Chicken in Burbank, but this place has better sides. My brother got the mac & cheese, and mashed potatoes and gravy. I got mac salad and mac & cheese. The mashed potatoes and mac & cheese are the best sides we had at this restaurant. The mac salad is bland and something I wouldn't recommend. As a matter of fact, the mac salad at Ralph's supermarket is far superior. The mashed potatoes has a light gravy which is flavorful and comes in a good size portion. The mac & cheese comes with several kinds of cheese and also comes in a generous amount. I would definitely come back. The best fried chicken in Glendale.
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Elena C.

Yelp
This might be one of, if not THE, best chicken place in town. They said if the colonel has their recipe, then he'd be a general--i'm not contesting that. The chicken is fried perfectly, not too salty, and all the spices permeates the the chicken meat down to the bone. Sometimes with fried chicken you have to eat the meat together with the crispy skin to make sure you get all the flavor. If you're like me who likes to strip your chicken naked, usually either you get crispy skin that is too salty or you get crispy skin that is just right, but the you're left with bland chicken meat. At Dinah's you can have your crispy skin and eat (the meat). Truly the best experience. The pies are fine, the gizzards are not bad, and the sides kinda alright, but the chicken is to die for.
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Nick L.

Yelp
I had heard about this place as a good "local" spot, so I had to try it once. I really wanted to like it more; what I got was overpriced food that was akin to a chain restaurant. Such a shame. Chicken - They pressure fry their chicken, which keeps them juicy but nothing else. Sure, the seasoning is great, but texturally there's nothing else to it. I was looking for any kind of crunch but couldn't find it. If there's no crunch, what are we doing here? Mashed Potatoes and Gravy - The mashed potatoes tasted and had the consistency of something I'd expect from a chain restaurant. Salty and dense. The gravy was a bit better seasoned. Mac & Cheese - If you like your mac & cheese sauced up, you'll be disappointed. Again, nothing to write home about. In a nutshell, it wasn't great. There's massively better fried chicken from a certain Filipino chain that's like 10 min away from here....and you'll get more food for less.
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Allen D.

Yelp
Was introduced to this spot by a friend. We went together to dine in. This is my first dine in experience for fried chicken. The chicken was very crispy on the skin and the meat itself was juicy & tender on the inside. The promotion to add more drumsticks came clutch. Mygroup ordered more drumsticks. And it was enough chicken for me to upgrade from the regular chicken dinner to jumbo dinners for "cheap". A lot of my friends that saw my social media post asked about this spot. This seems to be slept on by many. Very lowkey spot. Very friendly service, very prompt.
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Atwater Villager G.

Yelp
Went here for dinner with friends tonight. Everyone enjoyed an excellent chicken meal. The chicken was crispy and delicious and it came with two sides (your choice), which were generous. Try the pineapple coleslaw! Prices are reasonable and they offer a modest cash discount. I used to live not far from this place and ate here then - but that was long ago. The restaurant is a fixture and has been updated and seems quite popular. Try it!
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Derek Y.

Yelp
Thanks again Linda. My favorite chicken in the world. The dollar drumstick add on is a great deal. The new breakfast and chicken sandwich adds variety. Love the extended breakfast hours. Derek
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James B.

Yelp
Dinah's Chicken is a Los Angeles Legacy restaurant with fabulous flavors serving Southern California since 1967. For almost 60 years. Dinah's Chicken Capturing the flavors of our grandmother's and great grandmother's with their best southern fried chicken and chicken livers, mashed potatoes and gravy, potato salad, and coleslaw and more! A little Los Angeles local history, authentic Southern cooking made its way to directly to Southern California at the turn of the last century and has been a part of LA cuisine ever since. I think Dinah's Chicken is not only a historical flavor sensation, like eating at, Philipps or Canters or Coles, but today has beautifully transition into being some of the most satisfying and amazing comfort food Los Angeles has to offer, there are a few locations still chugging along. I know there's one down in South Bay the one that I use is up here in Glendale off of San Fernando Rd...and getting it delivered is even better. So if you want a little taste of Americana or the taste of home or are feeling nostalgic about a big Sunday family dinner I could not recommend Dinah's Chicken more. High-quality food at reasonable prices. I've never had a bad meal from them once. Try Dinah's Chicken today, You won't be sorry.
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Jewel R.

Yelp
The service went well and the fried chicken was nice and juicy and flavorful. The gravy on the mash potatoes was good and I also got the mac and cheese its good if you love the baked style over the creamy.
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Mark A V.

Yelp
Man oh Man! I have been sleeping on this one right here. A legend. Forget pictures of famous people on the walls. Dinah's Chicken in Glendale is Great!!! Super Chill with an Old School Vibe. Really Great Service, fast and friendly. And the Chow... soooo good. Picture perfect. Great flavor. I highly suggest coming and experiencing this really cool spot with great food and service. I am definitely coming back.
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Brianna A.

Yelp
i saaw dinah's chicken on one of my youtube shorts, it looked really good so i decided to come and try them out. as a first time customer, here are my thoughts and opinion about this place. - parking is really nice and convenient. - relaxing and comfortable outdoor seating. as i walked in it was a bit awkward because no one greeted me until i was ready to place my order but that's fine. the girlie who helped me decided what i wanted to try was soo sweet and helpful. absolutely lovely! i ordered myself the box o ' chicken box that comes with 3 pieces of shit, 2 sides, &' 1 bread roll. i also ordered myself some fries on the side as well. the 2 sides that i decided to try was their Mac n cheese & mash potatoes. i also got my their pineapple coleslaw as an extra. here is my opinion on the meal : let's start with their chicken. i have to say their chicken is really really good. the skin of the chicken was nice and crispy. i love spreading honey on top of my chicken to get a better taste. i would rate their chicken a 9.5/10. the mac n cheese that i ordered was okay, nothing special. it was a bit dry and i do prefer a wet/sticky cheesey consistency. i would rate their mac n cheese a 3/10. their mash potatoes was really good. gravy tasted good. you can't go wrong with mashed potatoes. lol. i would rate their mashed potatoes a 7.5/10. i ordered their pineapple coleslaw and i am a huge coleslaw fan but this one was probably my least favorite coleslaw i have ever tried. i think the pineapple flavor just throws my palette off. i would have to rate their coleslaw a 0/10. the fries were good though. had a good crunch to their fries and seasoning was okay. i would rate their fries a 6.5/10. their swiss roll bread is nothing special. i thought it was gonna have like a Hawaiian kind of taste but it just plain old bread lol. the arnold palmer was refreshing. my overrall opinion is that this place is good for their chicken. I'd give them that. i would rather come here than go to popeyes or kfc and that is probably the only reason why i would come back.
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Matthew M.

Yelp
Excellent fried chicken restaurant in Glendale! It's an institution that has been around since 1967. Easy online ordering, and the food was ready fast. Dedicated parking lot and easy pickup. We ordered the Family Special + a couple sides. The chicken, mashed potatoes, Mac and cheese, fries, and stuffing were all delicious. Reasonably priced and good portion sizes. Overall I highly recommend checking out this place if you are craving comfort food!
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Rebecca

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Omg this food is so amazing. I would for sure come back or even order take out. So far I ordered alot
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Stephanie F.

Yelp
Had Dinah's for the first time today and cannot wait to go back!! The chicken was incredible, the Mac and cheese was spot on, and the biscuits with the apple butter are incredible. You get your food fairly quickly and staff were nice. The only down side is that if you want to eat in the restaurant you have to order off the table menus. The prices for the exact same items are higher on the dine in menu.
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Seiko H.

Yelp
Here's the deal. I sincerely wanted to like this place; it's just not for me. That doesn't mean it's not for you. I personally require a little more flavor overall. Once I realized the location on Sepulveda closed, I took it upon myself to make it a point to try it out before this recession really starts to, well, hit. This might be the kind of place where you have to know what to order, though their menu isn't extensive. I selected what I thought would be safer options after my intuition directed me not to go with an entire meal. I still pieced things together appropriately to provide myself with a fair experience, and was glad to have gone with my first thought. I believe I would have ultimately felt a way had I opted for a pricier option for a mediocre experience. I found myself seasoning my plate down. I did appreciate the hot sauce option(s). I was able to douse my chicken down with familiarity; that was a lovely touch. The fried chicken is good although it did catch me off guard that it left a subtle, but noticeable pile of grease on my plate initially and thereafter placing it down. It's crispy, juicy and does what it needs to do. I probably should have gone with a chicken and waffles combination, but you never know. My mashed potatoes weren't whipped, and that wasn't an issue at all whatsoever, I just thought I'd throw that in there for details sake. I also noticed there was what seemed like apple sauce on the table as a condiment, but I had no idea what to do with that. Maybe I should have tried it on my biscuit now that I'm mentioning it. Maybe that'll give me a reason to come back to try the waffle. Hm... only time will tell, but I can guarantee. I will not be rushing back down there. The service was decent, but that's probably because all three waitresses there that day, came to check on me. My initial waitress wasn't bad, but it didn't feel like she wanted to be there and that made me slightly uncomfortable. It was as though she was tryna get me in and outta there. Mind you, it wasn't busy. There were to-go orders and one other lady that came to dine-in once I was basically on my way out. We all have our days, after all, though that attributed to my mundane visit. The decorum was cute and quaint; it was giving Hobby Lobby. I noticed they had drinks that appeared to have been possibly homemade in those clear fountain'y looking things, but when I inquired about them, I found out none of them were in fact made from scratch. That was kinda surprising. I am a sucker for homemade items, so that was a bit disappointing considering this is an establishment that's older than me and I don't know, I was maybe expecting more of a home'y feel. The biscuit was dry and not in the way where you can tell it's crispy from being freshly baked. It was just. Dry. I buttered the heck out of that thing through and thru to make the best of it. I don't like wasting food probably because of the cloth I was cut from, so I did what needed to be done and muscled along to the completion of my meal. It just wasn't the one I thought I'd be getting. All in all, I could have done without this experience as it resonated as a glorified fast food restaurant over a quality hole in the wall which I do love and that's not what I was going for.
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Raegan N.

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Came here for a quick bite after shooting some pool and really enjoyed the fried chicken and french fries! Service was speedy and very clean little restaurant.
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Lisa T.

Yelp
AMBIANCE: It's pretty small inside, about 7 tables that fit 2-4 people each. It's a small mom & pop restaurant type feel. SERVICE: There were only 2 people working tables when we visited for an early dinner during the weeknight. They were prompt to take our orders and the food came out pretty fast! FOOD: WOW! I didn't know what to expect for the chicken here but it was literally SO CRUNCHY & the sides were so good! I got the 3 piece chicken dinner with mashed potatoes & gravy and Mac & cheese. The chicken pieces were small & I finished all of it. The mashed potatoes could've been warmer. But the mac & cheese was my fav! Loved it & if I'm in the area I'll
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Swati L.

Yelp
Huge fan of fried chicken and this was some of the best in my opinion! If you are looking for the spicy greasy variety this is not it. This is the least greasy fried chicken I have ever had! It had a more subtle taste and minimal breading, more like an old fashioned grandma's homemade type of cooking. The chicken is also never frozen and my drumstick was super plump and juicy, not like the scrawny ones you get at some other fried chicken fast food chains. The stuffing and mac and cheese were also delicious and the roll was like homemade too, so soft! I will definitely vouch for anyone trying this yummy chicken, and will be back myself!