When you rule the roost, word gets around.
When you rule the roost, word gets around.
The Crack Shack owes its quirky name to humble beginnings. The concept, created by Michael Rosen, started in a shack behind Juniper and Ivy, a fine-dining restaurant he founded. Rosen, set with a high-quality gourmet chicken menu, kicked it off just to see what would happen. He expected a few thousand dollars per day and
Read MoreRise and shine, cluckers. An ALL-NEW lineup of breakfast items just dropped at the LV coop on Fridays through Sundays, from 8am to 11am. And to ring in 2024, we’re going to extend breakfast to Monday, January 1st for New Year’s Day. Tell your hangover to cluck off with brunch-y beverages and delicious, egg-citing new dishes including:
Read MoreDeviled eggs; the naughtiest of the egg fare. Though the beloved bites have long since gone from our menus, they remain the flock of the town among our day-one fans. Brought back on rare occasions or special events, the devilishly addicting favorites deserve to be loved (and devoured) once again. Below is the exclusive Crack
Read MoreWho needs a billion dollars when you could win FREE FRIED CHICKEN FOR LIFE?! Playing is Free & Easy: PRIZES (see official rules for details): Don’t miss the entry window. Selection Sunday is on March 17th, and brackets are due by March 21st! BRACKET CHALLENGE OFFICIAL RULES NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.
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Diners can order the chicken on its own in five- or 10-piece increments or opt for sandwiches like the Firebird, which stacks a potato roll with a spicy fried chicken thigh, crispy onions, pickles and ranch dressing. Those looking to hang for the afternoon can head outside for a game of cornhole.
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The San Diego-based Crack Shack concept is scheduled to open its fourth location in Los Angeles on July 21, with a fifth soon to follow in October in Pasadena as the chain positions to ramp up growth next year. Read the full interview here!
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Plus, the secret to crispy skin and juicy meat. Read more here!
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Main event: the food. Give us the lowdown—especially what not to miss. Top Chef alum Richard Blais has crafted a menu of ethically sourced free-range chicken and egg dishes, so—even though you’re not tucking into the healthiest meal—you can at least feel good about what you’re eating. There are veggie-dense salads and power bowls packed with quinoa, but
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Let’s be honest. Organic meats are great and all, but a chicken could be raised on a hormone-free cloud while being consistently massaged by an angel, and it wouldn’t make a difference if it didn’t fry up deliciously. Luckily, the folks at this newish SD favorite put as much effort into making its fried chicken
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Crack Shack for life Richard Blais has finally come for greater Los Angeles. Or, Orange County, as it were, opening up his first near-ish location of casual fried chicken option Crack Shack in Costa Mesa. The Orange County Register was first to catch a sneak peek of the place, which lands on 17th Street today. See this article
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A few days after running in the New York Marathon, celebrity chef Richard Blais is still catching his breath. While in New York, the “Top Chef: All Stars” champion made several TV appearances including filming a few episodes with fellow Food Network star Rachael Ray. When he returned home to Del Mar, Blais spent a
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With so many lunch spots on offer in San Diego, knowing what you want to eat when the clock nears noon is not always an easy decision to make. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a long leisurely repast with friends, a more formal business pow-wow or simply looking to grab a quick bite before heading
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We are so excited to be nominated for an Orchid in architecture! Visit the site now to share your thoughts and comments.
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