Calif Chicken Cafe is a premier chicken restaurant in the heart of Santa Monica, serving locals and visitors who want fresh, flavorful meals in a welcoming setting. Known for its strong local reputation and a 4.40 rating from 696 reviews, this Santa Monica chicken restaurant brings together quality, convenience, and comfort in every visit.
Guests appreciate the accessible experience, including a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet, making it easier for everyone to enjoy a relaxed dining experience.
Whether you are looking for a satisfying chicken meal, a dependable neighborhood spot, or a friendly place to dine in Santa Monica, Calif Chicken Cafe delivers a memorable experience built around great food and thoughtful service.
To learn more about Calif Chicken Cafe, a trusted chicken restaurant in Santa Monica, CA, visit today and discover why so many locals return again and again.
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Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Calif Chicken Cafe
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Green & red cabbage, green onions, almonds, sesame seeds, sweet dressing. (vegan)
Chicken, pasta, green onions, 1000 Island dressing.
Lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, pita croutons, radish, red bell pepper, cucumbers, purple cabbage, side balsamic dressing. (vegan)
Sautéed w/ carrots, onions, bell peppers. (vegan)
Sautéed w/ onions & spices. (vegan)
Lettuce, almonds, mandarin oranges, Chinese noodles, pasta, green onions, carrots, side Chinese dressing. (veggie)
Lettuce, flaked parmesan, sourdough croutons, & side caesar dressing. (veggie)
Broccoli, pasta, ranch, Italian dressing. (veggie)
Pureed. (vegan)
Medley of carrots, potatoes, celery, broccoli, green beans, squash, onions, tomatoes. (vegan)
The classic but better w/ white meat chicken, avocado, flaked parmesan, pasta, lettuce, sourdough croutons, lemon, side Caesar dressing
The goddess salad of your dreams now comes with white meat chicken, spinach, avocado, purple cabbage, radish, cucumber, sprouts, lemon, sourdough croutons, and a side of Green Goddess dressing. (It's easy to make it vegan! Remove chicken)
The legendary salad you crave w/ white meat chicken, almonds. Mandarin oranges, Chinese noodles, pasta, green onions, lettuce, carrots, side Chinese dressing
Our original signature salad overflowing w/ white meat chicken, avocado, feta cheese, carrots, bell peppers, tomatoes, broccoli, lettuce, pita croutons, pasta, side balsamic dressing
A hearty ranch style salad loaded w/ white meat chicken, avocado, black beans, roasted corn, white cheddar cheese, red peppers, pita croutons & side chipotle dressing.
Baked fresh daily w/ chocolate chunks, coconut & macadamia nuts
Classically delicious & baked fresh daily
house-made
1.5oz
2 pieces of fresh wheat pita
2 pieces of fresh white pita
house made.
house-made
house-made
1.5oz
house-made, mild
1.5oz
house-made
house-made
house-made, medium +
house-made
house-made
house-made
house-made
shredded white meat chicken
1 fork, 1 knife, 1 spoon and 1 napkin
2oz
Enjoy our take on the Caesar flavors packed in a wrap with chicken, pita croutons, *avocado, greens, mayo and Caesar dressing that will always leave you wanting one more bite. *Newly added avocado to this wrap - yum!
Crunchy & unique, this vegan wrap checks all boxes with avocado, veggie rice, Chinese noodles, greens, carrots, *snap peas, vegan mayo and a side of Chinese dressing. (vegan) *Newly added snap peas to this wrap, the crunch is fantastic!
chicken, veggie rice, avocado, tomato, mayo
Want a Chinese Chicken Salad in wrap form? We got you. Crunch on chicken, Chinese noodles, carrots, greens, *snap peas, mayo and a side of Chinese dressing. *Newly added snap peas to this wrap, the crunch is fantastic!
chicken, avocado, white cheddar cheese, greens, tomato, mayo, side Italian dressing
Crisp & fresh mixed with our beloved Ranch, this new wrap is filled with chicken, greens, cucumber, mayo, and a side of Ranch dressing.
chicken, avocado, sprouts, carrots, greens, tomato, mayo, side ranch dressing
Goddess on the GO! Our new wrap filled with chicken, avocado, greens, cucumber, sprouts, radish, mayo and a side of Green Goddess dressing. (Make it vegan below! Removes chicken + vegan mayo)
prebiotic soda, 12 oz can
prebiotic soda, 12 oz can
16.9oz
12oz Can
16oz House-made lemonade sweetened w/ sugar
12oz Can
prebiotic soda, 12 oz can
12oz Can
2 breasts & 2 wings
breast & wing
2 breasts, 2 thighs, 2 wings & 2 legs (comes cut up) (3 chickens or more requires more time)
3 legs, 2 thighs (comes cut up, may require more time)
4 breasts & 4 wings (3 or more orders requires more time)
breast, wing, thigh & leg (comes cut up)
2 legs & 1 thigh (comes cut up)
2 legs & drink or cookie
Hear from our valued guests
Wraps and salads are so good. Always ready on time for pickup!
On a recent visit to California Chicken Cafe on Wilshire Blvd., our experience was nothing short of fantastic. The Chinese Chicken Salad was absolutely delicious and the Roasted Potatoes were packed with flavor. Beyond the amazing cuisine, what truly made our visit unforgettable were two exceptional team members: Pedro and Alvin. Their warm, attentive service and genuine hospitality made us feel incredibly welcome and cared for. They went above and beyond to ensure our meal was perfect! We will definitely be back!
They are so good here.. the food is awesome and always fresh but the service is 10/10. I eat here 2-3 times a week and I've never had to wait more then 90 seconds when picking up my order. Every employee here is on it... and they're also really friendly when you pull up. CCC you are loved and appreciated 🥹
I make a pick up order so I don't know what the atmosphere is like but the food and service for pick up all really good. Highly recommend. I got a whole chicken and used it throughout the week for lunch and dinner. I also get their bottled dressings and salad and make wraps for lunches. I love their mashed potatoes and gravy. I also like the vegetable soup, very flavorful. Not a fan of the sweet mashed potato it was a bit watery.
California Chicken Café is my go-to every time I’m in the mood for something fast, fresh, and genuinely satisfying. I swung by for lunch and ordered the half rotisserie chicken with a side of garlic mashed potatoes and the Chinese chicken salad, and everything hit the mark. The chicken was perfectly cooked—moist, flavorful, and seasoned just right—and the salad was massive, crunchy, and packed with flavor. The portions here are generous without being heavy, and you walk away feeling full but not weighed down. The vibe is always upbeat, the staff are efficient and friendly, and everything moves smoothly even when there’s a line. It’s the kind of place you start craving as soon as someone mentions it, and it never disappoints. Consistently great food, fast service, and clean, bright space—what more could you ask for in a casual lunch spot?
fresh & healthy♥️👌and an Excellent Customer Service as well.. Keep it up! …
Got two wraps. Very fresh and delicious. Everything is fast and people who works there very helpful
Same salad 2 different times. They never disappoint!! California Chicken Salad with extra green goddess dressing. Oh and the Broccoli pasta is delicious..I ate it before the pic of the salad 😀
Massive salad with crisp and fresh vegetables. Plenty of dressing. All in all, a great place for a bite!
California chicken salad came recommended by the window attendant. Perfect balance of fresh, light, and hardy. I was surprised to learn there was no seating, but the person who helped me recommended the beautiful park on the next block over. Perfect salad after an afternoon at the beach. Fast and friendly service, no wait!
Common questions about Calif Chicken Cafe
Calif Chicken Cafe is located at 2401 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403, United States, Santa Monica, CA 90403, United States.
You can reach Calif Chicken Cafe by calling +1 310-453-0477.
Calif Chicken Cafe has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 696 customer reviews.
Calif Chicken Cafe features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Calif Chicken Cafe features the following service options: Kerbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Drive-through, On-site services, Takeaway.
Calif Chicken Cafe features the following highlights: Fast service.
Calif Chicken Cafe features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Calif Chicken Cafe features the following offerings: Comfort food, Healthy options, Quick bite, Vegetarian options.
Calif Chicken Cafe features the following dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Table service.
Calif Chicken Cafe features the following amenities: Gender-neutral toilets, Restroom.
Calif Chicken Cafe features the following atmosphere: Casual.
Calif Chicken Cafe features the following crowd: Groups, University students.
Calif Chicken Cafe features the following planning: Usually a wait, Accepts reservations.
Calif Chicken Cafe features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Calif Chicken Cafe features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Calif Chicken Cafe features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Plenty of parking.
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