Humble Bird

Excellent food and service, I’ve tried several hot chicken restaurants including a few in Tennessee, this was the best I’ve ever had. The sandwich was fantastic with crispy and crunchy chicken served with a soothing slaw and good pickles. The fries, which restaurants often screw up or don’t pay enough attention to were also excellent! Highly recommend this restaurant! 5⭐️‼️

What a great spot for chicken! We got medium spiced Sandos and really enjoyed them. I'd definitely spice up next time, though. Also tried the mac & cheese and it wasn't fancy, but just a good side. Clean and comfortable inside, and staff was friendly and helpful. Good quality and value, we'll return and I definitely recommend.

Legit. Chicken had an almost, Pioneer Chicken type of crunch and very juicy. Had the Sando and Humble Fries, could not finish the fries so your getting good portions for your money. Friendly service and will def.be back. Support Small Biz!

Humble Bird was hands down some of the best food I’ve had visiting Los Angeles. Be aware the food is family portioned & more than worth the cost. The chicken was juicy, succulent, & flavor was spot on with all the homemade sauces make sure to try out the mikes honey sauce super 🔥 on the chicken and fries. The Mac and cheese changed my life and outright some of the best I had being that I am from Alabama I judge hard when it comes to Mac & fried chicken. Also the home made cookies were hands down top tier and a flavor I’ve never had before ever in my life tbh. Big shout out to my boy Marvin he gave me the greatest breakdown on the menu while providing 5 star customer service. I will 100% visit this location whenever I come to LA no questions.

Normally I hate AI and how it’s being used in literally everything these days and making quality human interactions more rare - but I gotta give ChatGPT a shout out for recommending this place. The food - 10/10. The chicken is on par with some of the best I’ve had in the city, with the Mac and cheese easily being the best I’ve had, ever. Chicken was juicy and very flavorful, I was able to tolerate a higher heat level while still being able to enjoy the meal. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful and had a purpose. The sauce, slaw, everything. Water was given by the staff on request - a nice touch. Parked on the street in front of the store, there was no massive rush or line - also nice. A solid recommendation from me - was an amazing dine in experience with really friendly staff, thank you!

Wanted a savory chicken sandwich and found this delightful place that was 45 mins away. Brandon- the owner greeted us and was so kind and welcoming!!! We ordered the Nashville Sando and of course had to have the waffles 🧇 to pair with it. The chicken sandwich was chef’s kiss 😚 crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, perfectly seasoned, and stacked on a soft, buttery bun. The waffles 🧇 ? Sweet, fluffy, golden perfection. And when you pair everything with the homemade sauces? Game over. Every bite had me doing a little happy dance. I’m so happy I gave this place a try. It’s so refreshing experiencing food you know was made out of love.

One of the best fried chicken i have ever had cooked perfectly and moist and seasoned. This was finger licking good. Shoutout to my homie in the front very friendly dude . Place has inviting aura. Definitely my go to for fried chicken. Don’t miss on that banana brownie

In town from Napa, found Humble Bird online as I was craving chicken. Jumped in car and drove 45 minutes in LA traffic to give them a shot at the title. I am a yard bird connoisseur, hands down best bird I ever eaten! As I watched staff make their fries - they looked scrumptious so I asked to switch from Mac cheese - they gave me fries for free! Staff represents humility and kindness! Worth the 20 minutes wait for hot, fresh & yard spicy bird…👍🏽

It's been a long time since I've written a review here. But since I got the recommendation from yelp. Here you go. Oh my! Love it when I stumble into absolute goodness I've been to a fried chicken joint a time or two. Even found a few diamonds among broken glass. This joint however, they got it right Nestled in what looks like an industrial zone and a kin to dive a bar and an AA meeting place, is Humble Bird. A straight basic fried chicken joint that serves out Memphis hot sandos that are juicy, warm, and oh, so good. Definitely in my top five. Definitely. I did medium heat, which really wasn't warm to me, but it was flavorful and you could actually taste the floral of peppercorn. The pickles were crunchy and the slaw had something secret. I'm thinking it was reddish added, but I'm not sure. Either way it was great and went perfect on the sandwich . I also got a side of their spiced up fries and, though I'm not a big fries guy, these are spot on. The chef that came up with this mix of spices and herbs, nailed it. It's definitely not close to me, but I would definitely find a way to return. Probably try the cheese melt chicken sando next Whomever lives near here or if YOU happen to in the area, try it. I think you'll be satisfied. (Note: the sando id much bigger live) Enjoy

This was a great find for chicken! We each had a Sando and split a mac & cheese side. Good sized sandwich and with the side, it was perfect. We both did Medium spicy, and I would definitely spice up next time. Mac & Cheese was pretty tasty, too. Nothing fancy, just a good side. Fried Chicken looked good at next table and I might try that next time. No fdills, but it's clean and comfortable inside, and looks like they have some outdoor seating, but it was raining when we visited. Service was super friendly and helpful.

Wanted a chicken sandwich so decided to check this place out and it didn't disappoint. We were greeted the moment we walked in which I loved. I obviously got their sando and decided to get a mild spice level. For drinks they have canned sodas or their house made lemonade so I of course had to get that as well. They were kind enough to give us an estimate of how long it would take which I appreciated. From the moment my sandwich hit was placed on the table I knew it was going to be good but it was honestly way better than I expected. I had never had a chicken sandwich with onions before but I wasn't mad at it, it worked so well. The chicken had really good flavor and we actually really wanted to take home some popcorn chicken for later but the sandos were so filling that we didn't end up doing that, we will be back to try it tho! I would also recommend their house lemonade, you can get soda anywhere but not everywhere has really good house made lemonade. We will most definitely be back here again!

Awesome chicken place! Like other reviews say, the wait time is long as every thing is made fresh to order. We originally ordered the bone-in fried chicken but were quoted 35 minutes. We switched to a sandwich and were quoted a 15 minute wait time, but our food still took over 30 minutes to come out. The vibes are simple, with minimal decor and clean interior. We got the hot chicken sando, Humble fries, and fried pickles. Everything came out hot, juicy, and flavorful. Best fried pickles I've had, and you can tell the coleslaw isn't some bagged mix! I will note that the "hot" spice level felt like a medium, but maybe my spice tolerance is high. We also met one of the owners, Luis! Luis was so kind and chatted with us for a bit. He even gave us a few free banana nut muffin cookies! Will be back. Awesome place to go to- just order ahead if you can!

Stopped by here for dinner on the way up north and I was happily surprised! The shop was empty when I went on a Thursday at 6, but quickly filled up after. I ordered the classic sando with mild spice and their loaded fries to share. Everything was made fresh to order, so it did take a little longer but definitely worth the wait. The chicken was so juicy and crispy on the outside. The fries were also really yummy and seasoned well. Service was super friendly as well! Definitely recommend if you are craving a chicken sandwich.

Burned my mouth clean off... but it's good. Definitely worth the wait.. and you will wait but definitely very tasty. Service was nice. I would come back in a heartbeat.. yummy My sandwich wasn't spicy.. just hot because I didn't wait

Another friend chicken place although this is actually very well seasoned and crispy, and at the same time very tender and juicy pieces. I usually get their popcorn nuggets which are delicious and sometimes served in a popcorn themed basket with pickles on top. Get it medium for a perfectly balanced flavor. They also have chicken and waffles and a grilled cheese sandwich though have not tried it. This is also mostly a pick up and take out place, with a few chairs and tables which look like they are mainly for waiting to pick up your order. Service could be a bit more timely though you can't rush a good thing that needs to be made.

The chicken sandwiches were pretty good and the chicken was crispy, the melt was better because it comes on buttered toast and has cheese. The other sandwich needs cheese or other toppings. Medium chicken isn't that hot, the hot definitely has a kick. Loaded fries were ok but I wish it had more cheese

Great hot chicken in this part of town. Love that instead of strips you can get a little bucket of popcorn nugs with your fries. They were kind enough to season some spicier than others for me so I could get a full spectrum of heat to figure out which my preference is!

Its an okay Nashville chicken sandwich. Still not as good as Howlin Rays which just packs more flavor. I got the hot and didn't think it was too spicy either.

DELISH. Got the small (mild) and the sando (medium) + pickles and mac. The mild is a little spicy (and I'm not a baby ... but maybe I am). The medium was perfect said my son, though it was tempered by bread, coleslaw and pickles. The sizes and quantities were HUGE. We were feasting on it literally for days. Highly, highly recommend. Service was beyond friendly. So nice.

Found humble bird while searching for a place to eat dinner at and I am so glad we made this stop. Customer service is great. Everyone is super friendly and welcoming. We ordered the Nashville nugs and the humble melt with a side of fries. We all got the medium spice level and I will say it's pretty spicy. I love spice so it didn't bother me but if you're not a super spice lover I would definitely stick with the mild or no spice. The flavor is amazing! That humble melt is so delicious! The perfect combination of hot chicken and coleslaw I also enjoyed how the slaw is made with no mayo and the fresh raw onion is honestly the cherry on top! This is honestly one of the best hot chicken sandwiches I've ever had. Top tier! The fries are also very yummy! Well seasoned, not too soggy not too crunchy perfection! Everything is so fresh and made to order so it will take about 20 minutes or more to make (I am assuming depending on how busy they are) The ambience is pretty chill but I will say the bathrooms need some TLC they were a little dirty. Other than that it was a great experience and the food was delightful we all enjoyed it and we will definitely come back when we are in town.

Tried Humble Bird after seeing all the good reviews and wow, so worth it! I got the Sando, fries, and a side of ranch. The ranch is fire and I'm pretty sure it's made in house. The chicken was amazing, super crispy, juicy, and full of flavor. The staff was really nice and welcoming, and the vibe was chill. Definitely come check it out and try it for yourself. 10/10 -V

I've tried so many Nashville hot chicken places. Howlin rays is the best. This place is 2nd. It's very good. Even the Cole slaw is solid. Well balanced. I got the hot and it's not that spicy. I'll go for the hottest one next time.

Had a really tough day and decided to treat myself to delivery (normally, I do pick up to support the business). After debating what I wanted, I decided on fried chicken sandwich. The 'where' was the second hurdle, as I was visiting to help out my fam. On the delivery app, the reviews rarely reflect those that are on Yelp. Humble Bird had consistent high marks, so I put in my order. I got a fried chicken sandwich (medium) and an order of fries w/ side of their sauce. Upon opening the bag and box, and it looked so delicious. However, someone forgot to pack the sauce for the fries. I was so hungry that I didn't miss the sauce too much, but I still would have liked to try it. Spice level worked out well for me and all the flavors were great. I wish there was a bit more slaw, but that's just me. I was worried the fries would be soggy, but they were also great and still had some crisp. Overall, so good, and it was the highlight in my crummy day. Thank you, Humble Bird! Next time I'm in the area, I'd love to visit irl to try the sauce and everything freshly made.

I had the Humble Melt in mild and I enjoyed it a lot. Not too spicy and enough flavor. The chicken was moist which is a plus. I also had the humble fries which I somewhat enjoyed. I really liked the seasoning of it, but for some reason it was too much salt for me. I had to have water after every bite of fry. The staff was great and the dining area was clean. They have indoor and outdoor seating. There is street parking available.

New customer experience, my work is nearby this place and I'm a big hot chicken guy. Love Dave's hot chicken and howlin rays, so this place near my work excited me. First impressions was the price of food, I ordered just the Sando because it was 16$ just by itself would've loved fries with that price but hey if the chicken is worth the price let's find out. I didn't dislike it but it definitely wasn't worth the price by itself. Chicken wasn't juicy or crunchy nothing compared like howlin rays, but the spice had a good kick to it I liked better than Dave's extra hot spice level. Unfortunately don't think I'd give it another go.

Pulled up on a Sunday 11:30 and grabbed two sandos. One medium and one mild. Medium has a small kick but nothing too intense. Everything is made to order and you can tell the staff take great care of each order. The sandos are delicious and the ingredients are clearly a cut above your average fried chicken sando and the lemonade was quite refreshing! Definitely will be back to try the other menu items to see what they are all about!

Yes!!! This place is the business when it comes to fried chicken sandwich, in my opinion. The wife and I stopped by here one day while out shopping for pots and planters. I had the humble melt and it was the bomb!! Sandwich was moist, with a crunchy outside and full of flavor. I felt like it blew Dave's Hot Chicken out the water and it's a small neighborhood business so that's another plus. Staff was friendly from the moment we walked in and place was kept very clean. We found street parking right outside but there weren't very many spots available. I recommend to fellow Yelpers and I know we will be back.

Stopped by The Humble Bird in North Hollywood and was seriously impressed. The food was I went with the medium spice, and the chicken was perfectly cooked--moist, juicy, and not overly breaded or heavy. You can tell real care went into the flavor. A few friends and I tried nearly everything on the menu, and not a single miss. Every bite hit the spot. What made it even better was the hospitality. Brandon, the owner, came out to check on every table, made sure everyone was happy, and you could tell he really takes pride in what he's built. That kind of personal touch is rare and says a lot about the heart behind the place. Highly recommend pulling up here if you're in the area. Great food, great vibes, and run by even better people.

Absolutely love this place. DELICIOUS. Chicken is juicy. Fries are always hot and crispy. People that work their are chill and personable.

Whole Bird $30. Went on a late night fried chicken adventure with the family. Pulled up to try the fresh made to fry chicken. Definitely hit the spot!

Humble Bird had amazingly clean & tasty chicken! Best fries and sauces. great customer service!

I'm from Texas and I was in the mood for some fried chicken. Looked up what was around my area and Humble Bird had great reviews. Chicken was hot, juicy , crispy and delicious!! I will definitely return!

Humble might be in the name, but their flavors are not. Like smashburgers, birria, and pinkberry before it, Nashville hot chicken was a fad that came and went. I didn't care for it much then and I still don't now...but great chicken is great chicken and Humble Bird might have some of the best fried chicken in town. What attracted us first was their classic fried chicken sandwich, but the other things we ordered might be the things that make us stay and come back often. For our first visit, we got a sampling of just about everything. An order of fries...popcorn chicken...fried pickles...a half fried chicken...and of course their Nashville Sando. The sando is as simple as it gets...a perfectly fried, breaded, flattened chicken breast...seasoned to your preferred heat level...topped with slaw and pickles and a little bit of their comeback sauce, in between a potato/brioche bun. While it all seems simple and basic, the flavors are anything but. The sweetness and yeastiness of the bun is the first thing you taste, followed by a rush of sour and sweet from the pickles and slaw (which is vinegar based!), and then you get the savory kick of spice from the moist, fried chicken. The flavors come one after the other and you taste it all until they balance each other out into a perfect bite of food. Sometimes there's only one or two perfect bites of a sandwich, but all the bites were perfect. For the sando, we got the medium, which I think is the right amount of heat ...enough to make you sweat a little, but not enough to make you regret it. If you're daring, they have two levels higher that use ghost peppers and whatnot, but why? Save your taste buds and enjoy other things on the menu...like the popcorn chicken. At the end of the day, it's just chicken breast cubed up, breaded, and fried...but like the sando, it's cooked to perfection. Along side with the fries, it's a great meal. Their fries are crispy, also got a bit of batter on them, and spiced to perfection. I prefer dipping them in ranch, which they make and is amazing, but it's also great in their comeback sauce. If you want something fried that isn't a potato, try the fried pickles. Breaded similarly to the fried chicken, it's a crispy, hot twist on these savory crunchy pickle chips that are usually just served on the side. Even after a quick 5 minute drive home and another 5 or so minutes before we ate them, it still tasted like they just came out of the fryer. Located between a dive bar and a weed store, Humble Bird is definitely a blink and miss it kind of place...but once you've had a bite of their food, it's an eye opening experience...and one you'll want to have again and again.

the marination was amazing. one of best chicken sandwiches i've had. the boys are the cherry on top! the cashier was awesome and the cook, as well. i was the last customer and really enjoyed their hospitality and positive attitude. these guys are keepers!

If you want refreshing lemonade (or cactus cooler, like how often do you see those!) And fresh made to order Nashville chicken then this is THE spot. I got the sando medium spice, fries and a lemonade. Their nashville was perfect not a sugar bomb like other places and medium was as described enough heat to bite but not hurt. Staff was helpful and attentive. And dining room was cozy, clean and plenty of seating. I really liked that theyre not blasting music so loud that you cant think. 10/10 would come again

Very disappointing. Surprised how much I didn't like the food after seeing how many good reviews this place had. From the chicken to the fries and even the ranch, it just didn't taste good. The Mac n cheese was the worst. The noodles were barely cooked.

Woah! This place is insane. One of the best chicken sandwiches I ever ate. This sandwich is an absolute beast in the best way possible. The fried chicken is thick, juicy, and beautifully crispy with that deep reddish-golden crunch that tells you it's been seasoned just right--definitely giving off hot chicken energy without looking greasy. It's loaded up with crunchy pickles, vinegary slaw, and sweet red onions, all tucked into a soft, buttery bun that's barely holding it all together. Then there's that creamy, spicy mayo or comeback sauce dripping down the side like it knows it's the star of the show. And let's talk about that bold move--mac and cheese in the sandwich. Oh yeah. Creamy elbow pasta stuffed right in there, adding this rich, cheesy comfort that plays perfectly with the heat from the chicken. It's messy, it's over-the-top, and it's absolutely banging with flavor. The macaroni and cheese just on the side is like a solid comfort classic. Creamy cheese sauce, topped with toasted breadcrumbs for that little crunch on top. It's the kind of side that doesn't play second fiddle--it holds its own and makes the whole meal feel like a warm hug.

I kinda wanted to hate this place because I feel like I paid so much for it, but it was honestly great. Amazing customer service, everything nicely seasoned, nice sized portions and overall a great experience.

Okay Went back tonight for a take out. This time with our son. Place is consistent with having good food and excellent service.

Everything was fine and for my first time stopping through on my lunch break in the area did not disappoint. I had the mild popcorn chicken, it was yummy and the warm, friendly atmosphere was much appreciated!! Thanks for the meal and greetings! See you again

Dave's, Blazin Hot, Al's and Nashville Chicken ain't got nothing on THIS! I don't leave reviews but this shii was that good! Service 10/10 Food 10/10 No glazin tho

Delicious chicken sandwich and Humble fries! In town for the Rose Bowl game. Great find! Lucky us!

Love this place. Probably the best chicken sandwich place I've had in all of LA. Chill vibes inside, it's clean, nice ac. Friendly service too, everyone is really nice. The sauce is delicious. I love coleslaw and I'm picky, this place does not disappoint. Looking forward to trying their mac and cheese next time.

I was coming home from a trip into the Burbank airport, and for some reason, I was craving really good crispy chicken. Did a little Yelp search and found that Humble Bird was the closest, plus the reviews were raving. We were not disappointed in the slightest. I ordered a Small Bird, planning to take some leftovers home, and I'm glad I did. The chicken was not only perfectly crispy, but also seasoned just right on each piece. Don't get me started on their sauces. I had to make sure to get extras to go!

Service was good but the food was underwhelming and overpriced. The Mac and cheese lacked flavor and was a huge fan of the sauce of my chicken sandwich. The fries were the best of them all.

Wow! 10/10. I'm not big on fried chicken but my husband is. I can honestly say that this is the BEST fried chicken I have ever had. The "hot" definitely has a nice kick to it. We even got our little one the plain flavor (forget what it's called, but it was the first level of heat) and the FLAVOR was incredible! Nice and crispy on the outside, and super moist and juicy on the inside, without an abundance of grease. The staff was super helpful, really nice and worked hard to deliver everyone's food on time. 100% would recommend this place. The sandwich was delicious but the small/big bird is where it's aaaaat! The cookies were also delicious!

A very small place with the best fried chicken i order extra crispy mild , just delicious.

Was recommended to try this spot and man I'm so glad that I did. I'm slightly bias because I prefer chicken sandwiches over burgers, but damn this places "sando" was so on point. Kinda wish I got the "hot" or "be humble" spice level instead of medium but I played it safe and didn't wanna risk burning my rear end off. The people working were very friendly and the place was clean! Two things I think are very important in a restaurant. Plenty of seating inside and out. Back to the chicken though, just go... try it... you'll be so glad you did. Beyond better than any of the other hot chicken places I've tried in LA.

The Humble Bird in NoHo stands out because they offer fried chicken in addition to the typical hot chicken items. You don't have to just get a chicken sandwich as you have the option to order chicken wings, breasts, and thighs. The parking for this restaurant is not bad at all. There's a parking lot in the back and plenty of street parking along Burbank Blvd. Each time I've gone, the staff all welcome me as soon as I walk-in making me feel like a regular. My wife and I typically order the Big Bird which consists of 8 pieces of chicken. It doesn't come with sides so we also get Mac-n-cheese and slaw. The chicken always tastes tender and crispy with the right amount of spice (medium). The Humble Bird is worth checking out for anyone looking for quality fried chicken.

I give three stars cuz the food was ok. A bit expensive for what they offer in my opinion. Walked in for the first time visiting to major chaos. Two people working the entire operation. TWO PEOPLE! That should have been my sign to turn around and go anywhere else. Tables of people not eating wondering what they had done with their day so far. Hopefully a couple people called in sick. I'm guessing they were slammed from too many uber eats to go orders because that's all that was leaving the building. You may need to stop taking togo orders while you catch up if you can't make in house guests happy first. We were told food was going to be about 20 minutes because everything is cooked to order. Ok, I get it. I've worked in bars and restaurants for over 30 years. For that food to take that long they musta had one of my previous cooks named Mudo that could only make one order at a time from start to finish before starting the next. Two people can't take care of that operation by themselves PERIOD. At 30 minutes we asked how much longer and their response was it's almost ready we will bring it to you. Well, another 10 minutes out come our sandwiches. One was correct and one was wrong. The response, do you wanna see the ticket? Ok. Sorry I guess I was going too fast and missed that. We will remake it. It will only be a couple MORE minutes. A minute later our fries come out. Another minute later the fresh squeezed (powdered) lemonade arrives. Another couple minutes the sandwich remake arrives. The best thing we had was the side of fries. Would I return........ possibly. If I walked in and saw two employees I'm walking right back out. Not sure how your back of house is run and that's none of my business. If this is how daily service is you will not be around long IMO. We coulda taken a bus to Chinatown and waited in a different line and been served quicker. Hopefully it was just an off day and you were very short handed.

Yes, yes, yes! Humble Bird is doing everything they need to do right spectacularly right! The chicken sandwich was flavorful, and really just downright delicious. Every side was excellent and the service was amazing. I really enjoyed the light bright interior of the space, and can't wait to come back when it's not so hot out to check out the patio seating. If you're in Burbank area looking for a phenomenal chicken sandwich, there's no need to look further!

Support small neighborhood businesses and you might find a hidden gem... If you are craving delicious fried chicken, try Humble Bird! Chicken made fresh to order with a variety of sauces and sides you can try. Perfectly cooked - moist inside, crunchy outside with a bit of a kick. You can choose the level of spiciness so not to worry. Walking inside the establishment, I immediately felt welcomed and I knew that this is a passion project so knew it was going to be special. Don't take my word for it... try it for yourself.

I've been getting chicken here for however many years they've been open. Is it the best chicken I've had in California... yes... but the reason I came back is because the staff is beyond friendly... good customer service with amazing food is a recipe for success... don't think twice... eat here... often!

Super flavourful, got mid and hot one. As a spicy food lover I liked hot more than mid one. Next time coming for final boss. Cheers!

This is for the Ventur4a Blvd location: GREAT! If you like Nashville style, they do it well, and don't skimp on flavor or seasoning. Got nuggets and wings, and they were both super savory, and super moist. There are a lot of chicken spots, but not a lot of 'great" ones. so get on over.

Now let me preface this-I liked Howlin Rays....BUT I even like Humble Bird even better!!!! 10/10 Small Bird -Country Style Humble Fries-Mild Lemonade 8/10 Waffle Fried pickles Mac n Cheese I will definitely be returning!. Parked on street with no problem. Servers were friendly and welcoming

Great food! We loved it. The fries with all the toppings were a surprising favorite. Can't wait to try the waffles! And bring back the biscuits!!