Where to Find the 7 Best Chicken and Waffles in Los Angeles Right Now

While waffles might make you think of Holland, the pilgrims were eating them back in the 1600s. They were also a familiar treat on the streets of New Amsterdam (before it became New York). Adding a big piece of fried chicken on top, though, is purely American, and we can thank Richard “Dickie” Wells and his popular 1930s Harlem supper club for creating a dish that’s perfect when it’s too early for breakfast and too late for dinner. In honor of a pretty cool limited-time collaboration between a waffle and a chicken, I decided it was time to round up the best chicken and waffles in Los Angeles into one coop. Be sure to scroll down to the end to find the one that will only be roosting in L.A. until the end of April 2023.

Poppy + Rose (DTLA)

The Chicken + Waffle at Poppy + Rose is what brunch dreams are made of. The chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender, the waffle is perfectly fluffy, and the light chive topping is genius! I guess that’s why the Chef and Owner, Michael Reed, was a semi-finalist for Best Chef in the 2023 James Beard Awards.

Poppy + Rose is open daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations are suggested as this place gets busy!

Met Her at a Bar (Mid-Wilshire)

This daytime spot on La Brea has a never-ending stream of customers, and it’s not hard to see why. They specialize in Waffles and have fourteen different types on the menu. The Fried Chicken and Waffle here is made Thai style and features fried chicken with a tom yum seasoning and crispy basil.

Hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays and 4 p.m. on weekends, and it’s digital waitlist only through Yelp. Come early if you’re hungry for Met Her at a Bar.

Roscoe’s House of Chicken n Waffles (Various)

Roscoe’s House of Chicken n Waffles opened its doors in Long Beach in 1975 and now has seven locations and counting. There’s no better place to have a waffle that thin and crispy, as well as numerous variations on the traditional.

Hours vary by location but, on average, are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. most days and open until midnight on the weekends.

Kodō (DTLA Arts District)

Brand new on the brunch beat is Kodō serving chicken and waffles with a Japanese twist. Stop in every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to sample their Karaage Chicken and Waffles. Reservations are encouraged.

Ardor (West Hollywood)

As part of the prix-fixe brunch from Michelin-starred Chef John Fraser, the Waffle Fried Chicken features Petaluma chicken breast and Cajun spiced syrup. The prix-fixe is available from noon to 3 p.m. on Sundays at Ardor at The West Hollywood EDITION and is $85 per person – so save this one for out-of-town guests. It includes many sweet and savory items to begin, along with a choice of entrée and a sweets display to finish. Reservations are a must.

Crossroads Kitchen (West Hollywood)

When it comes to chicken and waffles, why should carnivores have all the fun when? Crossroads Kitchen in West Hollywood has been doing elevated vegan dining for over a decade, so they are experts in the brunch field. Stop by for the Chicken & Waffles served with potato rosti and seasonal fruit that you’ll swear must have some secret poultry products.

Brunch is served Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Johnny Rockets (Various)

America’s favorite home toaster waffle is finally collaborating on what is probably America’s favorite sandwich. For a limited time only, stop into Johnny Rockets for a Fried Chicken and Waffle Sandwich featuring Eggo Waffle buns, crispy chicken strips, bacon, and a sweet syrup drizzle.

Pair that with one of their new shakes in Vanilla or Mocha Iced Coffee flavors, and you’ve got a good start to your day – any time of day.

This pop-up collaboration ends on April 30th, 2023. Johnny Rockets is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. most days.