To find San Diego's favorite new chicken and waffles spot, look for Ali's Chicken & Waffles located in City Heights, San Diego. Ali's Chicken & Waffles leases the back counter of Donut Star, serving a halal rendition of the famous pairing alongside shrimp and grits and fried chicken sandwiches. Ali, the Ethiopia-born entrepreneur recalls the impression waffles made on him as a young immigrant first arriving in a San Diego school. By the time he earned a business degree from San Diego State, he and a friend wanted to launch the Ali's Chicken brand. His chicken is seasoned in a blend of three flours, with a spicy option heated by Thai chilis. Visit Ali's Chicken & Waffles today for Dine-in, Takeout, or Delivery!
Website: alischickenandwaffles.com
Phone: (619) 736-4740
Open now
- Sun 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
4350 University Ave San Diego, CA 92105 ·2153.87 mi
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Reviews
yelpAbsolutely amazing hole-in-the-wall halal spot. This is easily my favorite chicken place in all of Southern California, and we make a point to stop here anytime we're coming down from LA. Our...
MoreOrdered for the first time Togo. The food was just okay, nothing to rave over. Waffles were very underwhelming. Tastes like the hotel breakfast waffles. The chicken portion was good, but mildly...
MorePortions for combos are pretty generous. Fries are decent but could use more seasoning. Now for the chicken part: I ordered the spicy chicken sandwich and the chicken is super unseasoned. You need...
MoreAli was so kind and made great conversation. The establishment is clean and well kept. I ordered the spicy chicken sandwich and fries with a drink. The sandwich was CRISPY, like you could feel...
MoreThe best chicken and waffles I've ever had! First time I had these was over pandemic when we ordered for take out. It took over an hour but when we opened the box, I was surprised that the waffles...
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