Pioneer Chicken

Chuck Mabanag

Why did you leave the Bay Area? The chicken was fantastic!!! Brought back childhood memories including the nutcase in the parking lot fighting with himself 🤣. The spicy rice was soft, flavorful and a great compliment to the fried chicken. My son said the fish and chips was better than average. Please open up a franchise in the Bay Area. Preferably in SF or Oakland.

David_Diaz

Where can I start on this one. This chicken has to be the best I've had so far. Its juicy, crispy, and tender as well. Spicy rice was really good too, which has a spice kick to it. Biscuit was fresh and soft as well.

Zan Lee

Founded in 1961, way before my birth, I have heard about Pioneer Chicken many times growing up in San Diego and know at one point they had 270 locations operating around the southwest including Hawaii, although now it’s down to just two locations left. It’s a part of LA history and United States fast food history as well. They’re famous for their super crispy, crunchy outside skin and juicy inside. Honestly it’s really delicious fried chicken and a seriously nice treat if you’re in the mood for this type of food. I have pretty much tried all the sides and can say each of them is a solid option. Both locations can get very busy so parking can be tricky at certain times but it’s worth the wait because honestly the lines are never too long. Definitely some of the best fried chicken in all Los Angeles and it’s worth going for the history alone.

Louie Genel

I haven't had Pioneer Chicken since the 80's and it was truly nostalgic in the most delicious way possible. Fresh out the fryer, I took the time to eat a few pieces before my 90 minute drive home and it was amazing and exactly how I remembered it. I bought an extra 12 piece for my brother who I knew would appreciate his own stroll down memory lane and I had him meet me at my home at my ETA. Unfortunately the breading/skin didn't keep it's hard fried texture but that's the price you pay for the 90 minute steam in the container while traveling home. Maybe next time I'll open the container to let the chicken breathe and hope that it retains it's crispiness. My brother was impressed nonetheless. I see myself driving out of my way every time I'm in Los from here forward.