Main Chick Hot Chicken

I would not recommend eating inside. It's loud, cramped, and uncomfortable. Just get it to go. This place makes a really good fried chicken sandwich. Well, as long as you don't get it with cheese which is just a cold slice thrown on the sandwich (why not melt it like every other fried chicken place on earth?). The problem is it's just too inconsistent. Sometimes mild is mild and sometimes mild gets you medium. Sometimes the fries are seasoned and sometimes they're not. Sometimes the sandwich and fries are piping hot and sometimes they're lukewarm. With some quality control and better service, this place could be great. But as of now, it's not worth the risk and I'd go elsewhere.

I have eaten and reviewed chicken sandwiches all across this country and I'm here to tell you this place is the best! Their spicy dry rub really gets UP IN THERE. I love that spicy dark meat.... Chicken sandwich! The tender was huge and delicious. Got the Mac N Cheese on a whim and it was great too. Washed it all down with lots of their delicious lemonade. Pickles, great, MC sauce, great. You can't go wrong. ❤️🔥🐓🌶🍗

I’m a big Main Chick fan because of the other chain stores I’ve visited and this spot is just as great. This spot doesn’t have a lot of indoor seating but I see mainly for to go orders. I ordered the three piece tenders and a leg quarter. Both were flavored at medium and it had just the right amount of heat and sweetness. The orange stuff is my favorite dipping sauce by far. The chicken was cooked perfectly, it was tender and juicy along with the leg quarter. I’d definitely come back here again! Main chick is probably the best chain hot fried chicken restaurant I’ve been to so far.

I got their chicken sandwich combo (#1) and chicken tender combo (#6), and man, they were mind-blowing! The chicken? Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. It was like munching on a cloud made of flavor. And guess what? It wasn't even greasy! No finger-wringing required. They said it was spicy, but I'm a spicy fiend, so take that with a grain of hot sauce. It had a kick, but nothing too crazy. In a nutshell, Main Chick Hot Chicken nailed it with their scrumptious chicken. It's crispy, juicy, and not greasy at all. If you're up for a spicy adventure, give it a shot. Your taste buds will be dancing, and your napkins will stay dry!

Absolutely insane. Chicken was extremely flavorful, juicy, crispy n spicy, all the same time. Asked the guy if 3 fingers would be enuf for me, he said it was small, so I ordered combo #4, 6 fingers. Boy, they r massive and come with a tub of fries, couldn’t finish them all, could only eat abt 5. But it was top notch taste, probably top 2 chicken I ever ate. And yea, the spicy flavor is spicy enuf; don’t get it if u r lightweight. If u want supreme, u have to sign a waiver. 😂

Chicken was hella juicy and hot, sauce was bomb, and fries were ... fries. Good fried chicken is hard to find in SoCal, this was pretty good.

The portion size much to be desired. $18 total tax and tip for a very small portion. The cup of curry didn't have gold flakes, I dug for it. How I miss hurry curry or curry house! It did tasted good. The stuff could be hotter in temp but I went on a cold day. Ordered the "starred" chicken katsu regular on the touch screen. It wasn't overcooked, decently tender. The curry could have more depth (more spices for a more complex taste). It's not bad but for the price... Wish I had put the add-in for another $5. You order on the kiosk but yes, tipping is expected. But you are ordering from a kiosk. Picking up at the counter, clean up after yourself, BYO water, HA! This storefront (dine in) is an empty setting and no water available, A total 8 chairs facing the wall and the street, so try not to crowd it out. Cheesecake down the street better bang for the buck. Or Afghan skewers another block.. I am cheap because don't know how to find and grow a money tree.

This place is awesome. Their hot chicken (Hattie B's quality), and their sauce are great. The fries are just perfect and their staff is friendly and very efficient. No need for the long lines and expensive prices required for the same food found in other places in PAS. We just keep coming back. It's worth it. I highly recommend it. PS: They will text great coupons to your cell once in a while. Well worth it. Thanks!

Small and you can't sit down for a meal but boy is the meal worth it. I love hot chicken places because you usually go there for one thing, hot chicken. They don't overwhelm you with too many options and the plate choices are great. You get a lot of chicken in one order so you might end up with left overs. I usually grab this when I'm on the move or want to have something delivered. Never got an incorrect or unsatisfying order. The food is always good.

Food: 5 stars Service: 2 stars 5-2=3 The food was absolutely fantastic, deserving a solid 5 stars for its quality, flavor, and presentation. However, the service left much to be desired, barely earning 2 stars due to delays and lack of friendliness. Balancing these two extremes, the overall experience averages out to a fair 3-star rating.

This chicken spot has a great variety of spice levels to choose from and their chicken is really capable of being that heat. Fries were fried to perfection and the tenders were fried to perfection, tender, juicy, and not battered too heavily. Its spice really gave me a kick and wasn't composed of just heat but also flavor, too. The sandwich bun balanced out the chicken tender's spice with a hint of sweetness, being Hawaiian bread. Their signature sauce kind of tasted of mayo and this sour undertone. With the chicken tender's flavor alone, I don't really feel it's necessary but it was alright Overall, not too bad a chicken spot and the flavors really make their tenders stand out.

Main Chick is usually my favorite spot for a spicy chicken sandwich, but things seemed different this time. ::Food:: Ordered Combo #1, which has the MC Sandwich, one chicken tender, and seasoned crinkle-cut fries. The chicken sandwich was smaller than usual, and the fries were way too salty. The MC and buttermilk sauces were also watery, which was a letdown. ::Dessert:: Tried the Banana Nutella Cheesecake. It was dry and didn't taste fresh. The Nutella flavor was barely there, so it didn't hit the mark. ::Customer Service:: Staff was friendly and quick, but it's the food quality that stood out more this time. ::M's Notes:: - Limited indoor seating - Street, garage, and lot parking

Listen, I went to this location in 2023 when visiting LA and I STILL dream about those chicken sandwiches and fries!!! How did I forget to leave a review? Anyways, the service was great but the food was even better!! I enjoyed EVERY bite!! The whole family did! We were almost late to catch our flight back home because we had to stop and get another chicken sandwich to go! Enough said! It was just that good!!

Went here the service was ok but i could tell the worker was annoyed but the food was really good but a little expensive 17 dollars for combo 2 also the place was nice but had very little space

Great food. It's a little store front with very little seating. Maybe 4 stools. Most people order Togo or Call in their orders. We were traveling through and wanted chicken sandwiches. So we didn't know the seating situation till we got there. This place did not disappoint. It was great spice and the fries tasty too.

You get a good bang for your buck here. They don't skimp on the chicken tenders, they're pretty large! The hot and mild seasoning was actually spicy, my nosy started to run. If you don't like spice definitely get the lowest amount. They chicken was juicy and was breaded very well. The Mac n cheese was a bit oily and I wish it was a little more cheesy but it was still good.

Got the combo #1 spicy, everything is fried well so it's crispy but nothing is seasoned enough. There's visible seasoning on the chicken but it must just be paprika because there wasn't much flavor to it. It was spicy enough but that's it. Also kinda felt like the oil tasted a bit too old. Also $1 for honey and sauce each is ridiculous. Howlin and Dave's are definitely better. The place is so small they have 4 seats inside and they have music playing as loud as a club to deter people from sitting in there.

We got the flock 3 - I was a bit disappointed, but it was still good. The skin was a little too thick, and the flavor didn't seep through, felt like it was just powdered on on top. Tasted like fake hot chicken hard to explain lol. It's hard to compare any hot chicken when you have had Gus's fried chicken, which is elite in my opinion! If you want insanely good hot chicken, go to Gus's (originated in Memphis), couple locations in LA now. Fries were pretty good, and the Mac and cheese was okay. The orange sauce though also was just not that good. Great portions though! Might be amazing for some but it was just not for me.

Slow and mistake prone. Came in and placed an order. A rush followed me, took 7-8 orders after and they flipped the orders. Good food but they need more workers

Any place that sells a whole Leg Quarter Nashville Hot style gets respect points out of me. Nothing like that crispy bone-in thigh meat! I got it Spicy and it was real solid. Nice seasoning and spice level. For $6 this alone satisfied me! The tenders were Medium and really bland. Couldn't get any flavor out of them but salty. So many types of these spots so not worth it to come back.

I ordered this place for delivery and honestly it's one of my favorite chicken spots now. Over Dave's and over Howling Rays. If I were to suggest a meal I would recommend the dark meat sandwich if you're looking for a "smaller meal", but if you're hungry I would recommend the quarter legs. For the value the quarter leg of me is crazy as you get 2 of them. It's way more than enough to fill you up, and if you add hot honey it's insanely good. I would say I have a medium spice tolerance but I would highly suggest for medium and even that it's kind of spicy for me. I messed up one time and got spicy and almost died haha. If you live in the Alhambra area it will take a while for delivery, but it's well worth it. It would highly recommended you give this place a try regardless its delivery or in store.

Food was soOooo good. I got a medium spicy and it was so fire. My partner got spicy and it was HOT. Definitely more than any other sandwich I got. The fries were crispy and very seasoned! The MC sauce was so good as well. Service was at the counter pretty fast and friendly. The location was pretty small and intimate, 4 seats total.

I'm kind of obsessed with main chick! I think I personally like it more than howlin? Am I crazy? It's always fresh, it's always tasty and the flavor is soooo good! I've taken friends and they all say the same thing! No line and awesome chicken!

We ordered takeout and enjoyed our chicken sandwiches and fries at home. This was our first time sampling hot chicken anywhere and medium is spicy enough, at least for our tastes! Next time I may even try no spice to see how flavorful it is that way. I appreciated the crunch of the deep frying and found the crinkle fries quite good. We have enough for leftovers the next day.

Service is really fast! My friend went here after a night out and got the number 1 and a side of fries. Definitely worth it !! The sandwich was tasty and spicy since I ordered their medium level. Tasty and reasonably priced :)

Street parking alert, be prepared to walk a few blocks after circling awhile looking for parking. Inside is barebones, pretty much a counter and a few bar seats. It can accommodate 4 people eating inside max. There are other seats outside in the side streets nearby. No restrooms inside. Service is barebones as well the counter is kinda lazy about everything. Wish I knew about ordering ahead the food take like 30 minutes to get. The chicken is really good, recommend the tenders over the leg meat. The sandwichs are amazing too. Fries add a good kick and round out the meal. Overall if it was not so hard to get here it would be worth it. Plan ahead and order online to avoid the wait.

Stopped by to grab their classic chicken sandwhich (medium spice) I'd say it's easily been added to the list of my favorite chicken sandwhiches, added their honey to it, great touch. Fries were perfectly seasoned. Solid spot will visit again!

This is a great late night spot for days when you go out! It was fairly packed when I went, and it's a good time. There's not much seating inside, but you're really there for the food anyways. The chicken tenders and fries are great, and they do the hot chicken well!

7.3/10 Nice batter, not too heavy, not too thin. Their slider was ok the bun was standard hamburger bun - inferior to Dave's. Still good, the chicken was tasty and juicy - I got Spicy. Batter flavor was lacking a slight hint of honey and some salt . Their signature sauce was aight - little tangy and light. Fries were delicious - super crispy and crunchy Nice packaging, nice presentation. Super quick delivery Plus points for offering the leg/thigh quarters - will try that next time Overall solid

I got a one of the combo and it was disappointing. I sure most people love fried chicken and I'm one of them. I personally didn't think they are flavorful enough and just a smoked like flavor. Even the fries are eh. Lol. This is not compatible with my taste palette. Howlin' Ray's is still my favorite. Read my post about it. If you like my vibe, pls add me! Ty

I haven't had main chick in awhile and this location was the closest. I lived off of main chick during my time at UCLA so I have a relatively good grasp on their consistency and taste. There is a parking structure behind it that is expensive and main chick DOES NOT provide validation for it. I ordered a chicken sandwich medium heat, fries, and MC sauce. The chicken sandwich was just as good as I remembered although it did feel like there was less slaw included. The chicken was crispy and heaty on the outside while the meat was soft and tender. The fries stayed crispy even after an hr when I decided to finish the rest. Overall, the food was just as delicious as I remembered. If the location wasn't such a hassle, I would come here more often.

Winner winner chicken dinner. So worth the hype! Winging combo. We each ordered a Combo 1 {chicken sandwich, chicken tender, seasoned crinkle cut fries} w/ your choice of side. I got the mac n cheese and he got the creamy coleslaw. One combo is enough for sharing. But we didn't. Lol. Generous portions and very filling. I thought the mild spice was tolerable and still flavorful. Crinkle cut fries are my least favorite type of fries but this place is def changing my mind. Their fries were so well seasoned & crispy!! Love their sauces (mc sauce & buttermilk ranch sauce) & extra pickles. Service was really fast and staff were very nice! There are very limited seats so takeout is the way to go. Whenever I go back to SoCal, I am going to pay them a visit again!

I will preface this with I don't think I like Nashville style hot chicken in general. That being said, I think I can still provide an honest review of my experience that can inform others. Like most legit Nashville hot chicken spots, your food is going to take a while. Like 15 min after you order. Parking isn't great, it's on a busy street but there is a parking garage right next door. I asked if they validated parking, they don't, and said the first 15 min is free, which isn't helpful if your food takes 15 min. They don't have much seating, just a bar against the window that seats maybe 4-6? But there's an ally around the corner with some outdoor seating that you can sit at. The food is very standard Nashville style with lots of spices that adheres to the chicken via spicy oil creating a oily coating. I got a single sandwich, not realizing it was a slightly larger hawiian roll and a single tender. When I read single sandwich, I assumed it was a normal sized sandwich, but just the sandwich. That is not the case. The sandwich that comes with the combo is much larger and about the size you'd expect for a Nashville hot chicken sandwich. All in all, a decent chicken spot if you're aware of the parking, seating, and timing aspects of it.

Holy moly. First of all, the flavor was sooooo exquisite. It was love at first sight, i tried the fries and they were perfectly swasond to say the least. We them went on to try the supreme tender and holy Guatemala it was spicy. It made my tummy hurt a little but that's what I signed up for I guess. Overall fine establishment and I would come back.

Ok I totally see what the buzz was about after trying Main Chick for the first time with my daughter. We got Spicy for my daughter and medium for myself. She ate her spicy chicken like a champ! I think we can definitely go for the spiciest next time. Everything was so delicious we especially loved the Mac and cheese, but of course the chicken was amazing!! We went around 11:15 and was able to order right away but by the time we were done and leaving the place got really packed! If you don't want to wait too long, go around 11am. It's a small, cozy place so there isn't much seats. Takeout might be a better option if you have a big party :) We took some home because the portions were so big. My husband and my 4 year old also got to enjoy these delicious chicken!

I really love this place for their combos - a perfect spot to go when you want to share with someone else or try a few different options in one go. Their tenders are massive! Their sandwiches are more on the smaller side (a slider?). Between the two, I'd recommend the tender over the slider for more bang for your buck. I can usually handle heat pretty well but fair warning that the spice level from mild to medium is a pretty big jump! Medium has me looking for milk on the 3rd bite while mild is a slight kick. I don't think there's a bathroom and it's a small area for bar seating. Apparently there's outdoor seating around the corner.

This place took way too long to make our food. There were several customers who came after us and got their orders before us when we got the most basic deal. When asking the worker about the situation they responded in an awful manner. They started to get annoyed soon after we questioned the long wait. I regret leaving them a tip. Would not recommend.

So good! We went to Howling Rays and the line was out the door and around the corner so to yelp we went. This place was amazing and my husband and I thought even better than Howling Rays.

Juicy, tender, fresh, flavorful, perfectly-textured, perfectly-spiced (medium spice, as a latina who grew up eating spicy foods) No room to eat there but honestly if it's a beautiful day, i recommend you be outside instead. quick service. Parking lot is nearby and cheap if you're picking up and leaving as soon as you're done eating.

Living just around the corner, I absolutely love Main Hot Chicken! The food is incredible--perfectly crispy hot chicken with just the right amount of spice. Their sides, especially the mac and cheese, are a must-try! The service is always friendly and efficient, making every visit enjoyable. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, perfect for a casual meal or takeout. I can't recommend it enough--it's a true gem in our neighborhood!

We had a mixed experience here. First, this location's accessibility posed a challenge with limited parking options. The small space offer almost no seating, and the perplexing aspect was the prolonged ordering process despite a seemingly unoccupied cashier. Despite the cashier's lack of enthusiasm, the option to order ahead for a shorter wait was a helpful tip. The food, Combo 1 with tender, sandwich, and crinkle cut fries, proved satisfying, boasting a flavorful profile even without sauce. However, Combo 5 that comes with two large leg quarters, disappointed, reminiscent of a standard KFC bucket... While the taste was commendable, overall, our experience fell short of expectations, leaving me with a sense of over-hype spurred by social media.

Main Chick knows how to do spice levels right. I got Combo #3: 2 chicken sandwiches and fries. I got medium for the sandwich and it had the perfect kick where I was still able to enjoy it without having to pant because it was too spicy. I also got Combo #4: 6 chicken tenders with fries. The tenders were MASSIVE and crispy. I got mild for these but if you're sensitive to spice it might be a bit spicy. I dipped them in the MC sauce to get the perfect bite and I elevated the flavor by topping it with mac and cheese. The mac and cheese was already so good on its own with it being so creamy and al dente. I was surprised because a lot of hot chicken chains don't do it well. This one could very well be a main entree if it was topped with chicken. The fries were also seasoned well and were served crispy. I'm hesitant about crinkle cut fries but these were good. I ended the meal on a sweet note with strawberry cheesecake. Check-in on Yelp to get it for free! It was pretty decadent and the strawberry swirls added a nice touch.

Main Chick is some of the best hot chicken I've ever had. I think what really makes this place a game changer is the fact that they actually season their fries similarly as their chicken which means the fries are not bland. Fries are also crunchy and have a good taste especially when dipped in the main chick sauce. I personally go for the medium heat because it has a nice kick to it, yet the heat level is still tolerable enough to eat the chicken comfortably. I'm not a huge chicken sandwich person so I opted in for the 3 chicken tenders with fries instead and I got full with only 2 tenders as they're pretty big. I would definitely return again if I'm ever in the Pasadena area.

Great hot chicken spot!! I'm a bit of a connoisseur when it comes to chicken sandwiches because I loooove them, so of course I had to give main chick a try! I stopped by on a weekday evening, I was the only one in the restaurant and was helped by a young lady who was nice. I ordered the combo that comes with 2 sandwiches and a side of fries; for spice level I went with one medium and one mild. My meal was ready in less than 5 minutes and the young lady who helped me sat down for a break, so one of the cooks walked all the way over to me and handed me the bag, thought that was cool of him! The wait didn't feel very long anyways as you can look out the window and just people watch, also they have a cool neon sign! I have a 15-20 minute walk home from here and when I arrived home the food was still warm, so I know it was very fresh. The chicken was juicy, crispy, and spicy! The fries were seasoned to perfection too! I really enjoyed my meal from here! The only thing is they their spice is spicing a lil more than other places lol, the medium had me sweatin and I'm not weak when it comes to spice! So spice lovers this is your place! I highly recommend and I'll be back!

Portions are huge and I was able to make this into two meals with my combo 5#. 2 chicken leg, fries and a bun. The outside of the flavor of the chicken is good and not too much breading. You get a choice of sauce and we had the original sauce and ranch. Both compliments the chicken. Crispy fries and my bun was flatten from the chicken leg but still good. Overall its a good chicken place.

Overall, pretty good fried chicken sandwich spot with some room for improvement. The menu is simple, and I ordered Combo #3, 2 chicken sandwiches (mild) and a side of fries. The price was pretty good for the size of the meal. The chicken tenders in the sandwiches were solid, with a fair crunch and decently juicy. They could have been better in both departments, but definitely not bad. The mild spice was just barely spicy while adding a good bit of flavor which is what I expected so no complaints there. Though, I think that the bun could have been improved on. It didn't hold up the best and got kinda soggy pretty quickly. Regardless, it didn't overshadow the chicken. The lettuce and pickles were simple and nothing special which was perfectly fine and added some nice contrast to the chicken. Something to note is that the size of the sandwiches fell somewhere between a slider and a regular chicken sandwich. But considering you get two of them plus fries for the price, it's a pretty fair deal. As for the fries, the seasoning could have been great if they had just dialed back on the salt. While I definitely like well-seasoned fries, these were just way too salty. Honestly finishing them all was a challenge because with each bite, all I could taste was a flood of salt. I'm not sure if that's always the case, but If they could just find the balance in their seasoning, the fries would have been much better. Lastly for some reason, they really skimp on their MC sauce. They only give you one cup in the combo even though two to three cups would have been much better to properly spread across the meal.

Was looking to try a new chicken sando spot and this place is definitely worth a try and unique to other chicken shops! We got the combo #3 that comes with 2 sandwiches, fries and sauce which was only ~$20 total. I really like the combo options here because you can get something different each time. Chicken had good flavor and I liked that the sandwich wasn't too huge. Fries were crispy and have a nice seasoning and their MC sauce gives a peppery ranch feel. Pro tip: order honey in the side to enjoy with your sando! I will say it's not my absolute favorite chicken sandwich place but it's definitely worth a try if you want something quick and maybe a little different from your usual spot.

I came here last week to grab a quick meal. The restaurant is very small - there are four bar stools on the side counter, but it's definitely cramped if there are folks waiting in line, so it's definitely not a comfortable atmosphere for anyone to sit and eat for a while or hang out with friends/people-watch. It's much more of a grab-and-go type place. You order at the counter, there are menus available at the counter as well as on the wall. I ordered a chicken sandwich (dark meat-level 1/mild spicy). The price was $6 for a moderate slider-size burger, which I found fair. It did take a while to be ready, though, be warned!! Probably close to 15-17 minutes, which was a little stressful since I had limited parking and wasn't warned about the wait-time. Although the restaurant was empty, I didn't realize that most of their orders were mobile. Next time, I'll definitely place my my order through online/phone as well and pick up when I arrive. As for the food, the chicken was crispy and very well spiced. I would say they can do spicy very well - there was a pleasant spice even for mild, and they have 5 levels of spicy. Apparently you have to sign a waiver for the spiciest level, and if you can complete the challenge you get to take a photo for their wall. I enjoyed my sandwich and would order again, but through mobile!

Came here on a Sunday night. I must preference this by saying my most recent experience will not stop me from returning. Chicken always tastes great and I never leave hungry. However this last time in particular left my partner and I with the runs soon after!! I can only assume whoever was handling food this night might've gotten a little lax on the food safety protocols (i.e washing hands, cross contamination, etc). Nonetheless, can't wait to eat here again...at my own risk!

This main chick outdoes all the other hot chicken places in the area! Their MC sandwich is the best! They have great tenders and this main check has the best thighs and legs to drool over! You can park in the adjacent parking structure for a short time free to pick up food for free (order ahead) . Super friendly staff. I like this chick over howlins ray - check out her legs and see if you agree!

Main chick is probably my favorite food ever!! I've tried mild to extreme and they all have killer seasoning and flavor in different ways. Personally the spicy sandwich gon do it for me every time. When I lived out of state this is the first thing I'd eat when I came back to socal. I'd be so disappointed ordering "hot chicken" at other restaurants and just getting a sad chicken tender w hot sauce on it. I LOVE YOU MAIN CHICK !!

Wow! This place has really yummy chicken tenders. I got the Combo#2 - 3pieces tender, seasoned crinkle cut fries and pickles. The tenders were super juicy. The coating was thin and very crispy. I got medium spicy and it awakened my mouth.. If you like spicy, the first time visiting here, medium spicy is pretty good. So the spiciness won't overpower and you can enjoy the real taste of the chicken. Fries were delicious, fresh, crispy and firm. MC sauce that came w/ the chicken was good..creamy! It's like a chipotle mayo kinda thing. Chicken sandwich was also yummy...same flavor as the tenders, same seasoning, coating and same texture. Bun was soft, fluffy and moist...not that buttery like Shake Shack bun but more like a good hamburger or hotdog bun. There was counter top seating along the front window, only 4 stools , you can sit & eat. But mainly this place is for take out. Employees and service was decent..not too active. It was my first time here, I was learning their menu at the time of ordering. A little recommendation or menu explaining or short conversation would make me feel more comfortable instead of being quiet and stare at me while deciding!!! I noticed they're pretty talkative if you ask questions so that's good. Metered Street parking!!! or city parking lot is a couple blocks away. The parking lot next to this place is $2 per 15 or 20 mins but sometimes it's suddenly a $10 flat rate..I saw the sign many times.. (randomly changing).

Such a good chicken sandwich! I tried the dark meat with medium heat, and it was very crispy and juicy. I really like their coleslaw and pickles in the sandwich too! I didn't think it was spicy enough for me, so I will probably try the spicier chicken next time. The fry portion was impressive, and the cajun seasoning really stuck to the crinkle-cut fries. There was also a side of their sauce, which is like a spicy chipotle mayo. The restaurant itself is small and trendy, but it only has four seats inside, so keep that in mind! I will definitely be taking one of those seats again!

Decided to try this spot since it's nearby and the bf was craving fried chicken. We found street parking a block away but it's limited in this part of town so you're prob best off going into the parking structures. It's a pretty small storefront with about 4 seats across a long table if you wanted to dine in, seems like most do takeout here. But it was very clean. I ordered the combo 5 mild with 2 leg quarters, fries and it came with 2 pieces of buttered buns. My bf got the combo 1 medium with a chicken sandwich and tender with fries. The chicken was very crispy and spice level was on point. We also really liked the fries as they were seasoned well. We both liked mine better since it's dark meat so it was a lot juicier but def messy with the bone. I didn't try the sauce but my bf ranked it as ok. Now for why I knocked off a star. Service was just ok. We asked whether the chicken sandwich could be dark meat instead and they straight up said no. Which is weird cuz dark meat is generally cheaper and why not at least the option for additional charge? Also I had a Yelp check in for 10% off and they never even applied the discount after I asked to make sure. It wasn't until after I double checked the math when we got home and they just charged us regular price. We would come again cuz the food was great and it was still a good deal overall for the portions.

I was so glad to discover this delicious hot chicken place in the heart of Old Town Pasadena. After walking around and shopping, I decided to stop by Main Chick Hot Chicken to grab a quick bite. I ordered their Combo#3 which consists of 2 delicious chicken sandwiches and seasoned crinkle cut fries top with MC Sauce + a drink. I like how I was able to choose the spice level so I decided to go with Naked (non spicy) and Mild. I think both tasted delicious and juicy. Since the chicken sandwiches are smaller in sizes, most people who ordered this combo should be able to finish both sandwiches without feeling overwhelmingly full. Also, The crinkle cut fries were truly well seasoned and very addicting! I also ordered Coleslaw and MacNcheese on the side. I love how well seasoned the coleslaw and creamy the macNcheese were. For the dessert, I decided to order their Ube cheesecake. I have previously seen people ordered this on yelp so I figured it was a must try, especially for an ube fan like me and it truly lived up to the hype! Pro tip: the parking structure adjacent to this restaurant is really pricey so highly recommend to park at another structure 1 block away that is much cheaper or try your luck on the street parking.

I was happy with the quality and value of the chicken and fries. I went with mild heat and it was slightly spicier than a Popeyes spicy chicken sandwich which was what I was looking for. The surprise came with the seasoning, it was packed with flavor. The fries competed with the sandwich for which to go for with each bite. The food took a bit to get to me as it was busy, but it was worth the wait. Hard to fault them for being so popular. Portion sizes were large, but I couldn't resist finishing everything. The store was fairly small, but still wheelchair accessible. It looks like most of their orders were to-go, but there are a few seats to stay and eat. I'd recommend giving them a go, especially if you like heat in your chicken sammy!

I've walked by Main Chick many times and finally ventured to try it. I ordered the Combo #1 mild for the tenders and chicken sandwich. I first tried the fries, and I have to admit they were on the saltier side. I also learned this night that my "mild" was not what their mild was... I ended up coughing a lot and not enjoying the tender as much as I could. I was feeling a little dissatisfied, and at this point asked if I could have my sandwich "regular" instead of mild, and I'm glad I did. They were happy to make the change, and between the tenders and sandwich, both were very tender and juicy! The staff are also helpful, friendly, and quick to address concerns.