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Krispy Krunchy Chicken - San Francisco
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San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf
- 🍗 Chicken Restaurant
$$
Price per Person $11–$20
mentioned by 50 of the guests
#1875 out of 2403 places to eat in San Francisco
#14 Chicken Restaurant out of 31 in San Francisco
Good
6.7 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
299
Reviews
63.9%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Delicious chicken
- Friendly service
- Value deals
Frequently criticized
- Inconsistent food
- Poor service
- No seating
The restaurant Krispy Krunchy Chicken is a popular Chicken Restaurant located in the vibrant Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood of San Francisco. This casual spot offers a quick bite, perfect for when you’re exploring the city.
You can enjoy their delicious offerings for both lunch and dinner, making it a convenient stop for any meal. Whether you prefer to dine-in, grab takeout, or have your meal delivered, they have you covered.
Overview: Introducting Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Krispy Krunchy Chicken offers a straightforward experience where the main draw is undoubtedly the fried chicken, often described as delicious and juicy. While many appreciate the friendly staff and quick service, some encounters have been less than ideal, pointing to occasional issues with attentiveness.
Customers often find the offerings to be a good value, with various deals making it an inexpensive option. However, the overall atmosphere can be a mixed bag, with some locations noted for being clean and pleasant, while others lack basic amenities like seating.
Good
6.7
out of 10
299
Reviews
63.9%
Satisfaction
93
negative
15
neutral
191
positive
This establishment garners an overall Restaurant Score of 6.7, placing it in the good range, with a Customer Satisfaction of 63.9%, which indicates a mixed but leaning positive experience. The 299 customer opinions, with 191 positive and 93 negative, paint a picture of a place with clear strengths and areas for improvement.
Looking closer, Service (7.0) and Food (6.8) are rated well, suggesting these are consistent strong points. However, Ambience (6.2) and particularly Value (5.6) fall into the average category, indicating that while some deals are appreciated, other pricing or environmental factors might not always hit the mark for everyone.
What people like
- Delicious fried chicken
- Friendly staff
- Affordable meal deals
What people don't like
- Inconsistent food quality
- Slow or rude service
- Limited seating
If you’re seeking a quick, satisfying fried chicken fix and prioritize taste and affordability, Krispy Krunchy Chicken is generally worth considering. The 6.9 Recommendation Score suggests many leave content, especially those who appreciate the core product and don’t mind a no-frills setting.
However, be prepared for potential inconsistencies in service or food temperature, and don’t expect a comfortable dining experience due to limited seating. It’s a solid choice for a casual, budget-friendly meal, but manage your expectations regarding overall polish.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Food (6.8 out of 10)
mentioned by 96% of the guests
Overall, the food here scores a pretty good 6.8, with a decent number of folks, 66.5%, leaving satisfied. Out of 182 total remarks, 121 were positive, often praising the delicious chicken for being crispy and juicy, along with tasty biscuits and great flavor. However, it's not all perfect.
The 51 negative comments frequently mention issues like food being on the salty side, having dry parts, or arriving cold. There were also a few complaints about overcooked items, suggesting some inconsistency in preparation.
Food
182
Reviews
66%
Satisfaction
51
negative
10
neutral
121
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Crispy, juicy chicken
- Delicious biscuits
- Great flavor
What people don't like
- Too salty
- Dry or cold
- Inconsistent quality
Often praised
- chickenI was pleasantly surprised by how delicious the chicken was. Typically, I need some kind of dipping sauce for my chicken strips/tenders/nuggets, but not here.
- foodMy experience at this restaurant was overwhelmingly positive. I found it to be an amazing place with a good price and delicious food. The service was very fast, and the staff were patient.
- biscuitvery buttery and golden brown on the outside and soft on the inside
- fried chickenI was drawn in by the smell of their fried chicken and decided to give it a try. The portions were very generous, with huge wings and drumsticks in the 3-piece chicken set, which also came with a biscuit.
- halalit’s halal so I’ll do anything for halal food
- biscuitsThe chicken was juicy and hot – my god, I want some now! The honey biscuits were great as well, nice and fluffy and crumbly. I have to try the jambalaya next time.
- chicken tendersWe got chicken tenders and a 3 piece mix, delicious
- crunchYou can have condiments added or handle this task yourself. The crunch was just perfect for me. I also ordered the $5.
- meatthe meat inside is juicy and tender
- moist meatThe staff were friendly and the premises were clean, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere. The chicken was a standout, described as top notch with an excellent crunch and moist meat. While the taste was enjoyable, I found it to be on the salty side, which is a matter of personal preference.
Frequently criticized
- chickenChicken 1/10. No seasoning. Seemed like it needed to be cooked some more
- chicken sandwichchicken sandwich, however it’s just a pair of buns n chicken fillet inside with nothing else
- chicken tenderschicken tenders has been sitting there for a while. Not crispy n not hot.
- wedgeswedges and fried strip were o ercooked and cold
- foodunseasoned food
- Bolognese sauceI ordered a Chili Hotdog and had to wait over 10 minutes for it. The hotdog was so overloaded with Bolognese sauce that it fell apart, making it impossible to eat and frankly, it tasted disgusting. The overall experience with the food was very poor.
- Cheddar Cheese HotdogCheddar Cheese Hotdog, which was inedible
- Chili HotdogI ordered a Chili Hotdog and had to wait over 10 minutes for it. The hotdog was so overloaded with Bolognese sauce that it fell apart, making it impossible to eat and frankly, it tasted disgusting. The overall experience with the food was very poor.
- SF institutionNot very impressed for what's supposed to be a SF institution.
- biscuitThe biscuit was kind of lame.
If you're in the mood for fried chicken, this spot offers some potentially delicious, crispy, and juicy options. Just be mindful that while many rave about the flavor, some experiences point to inconsistencies with saltiness or food temperature.
Service (7 out of 10)
mentioned by 57% of the guests
When it comes to service, this spot generally hits a good note! With a solid score of 7 and a customer satisfaction rate of 65.6%, its clear many folks appreciate the effort. Out of 64 comments, 42 rave about the friendly staff, helpful owners, and surprisingly fast service, often highlighting the kindness and service received.
However, its not always smooth sailing. About 20 comments point to some bumps, particularly concerning staff attitude, frustrating waiting times, and occasional order accuracy issues. Some experiences describe horrible service, suggesting there's room for improvement in consistency.
Service
64
Reviews
65%
Satisfaction
20
negative
2
neutral
42
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly staff
- Helpful owner
- Fast service
What people don't like
- Long wait times
- Poor staff attitude
- Order accuracy issues
Often praised
- serviceMy experience at Krispy Krunchy was a mixed bag. While the service was great and friendly, and the out of food situation was understandable given it was the 4th of July at Fisherman's Wharf, the food itself was inconsistent. The chicken legs were overcooked and dry, and unfortunately, there were no sides available except potato wedges.
- staffMy experience at the restaurant was very positive. The service was very good, with the staff being very helpful and nice. The food arrived very fast and was served hot.
- ownerSweet owner and super nice!
- MariaMaria was amazingly pleasant & helpful & beyond courteous
- bossthe boss was friendly and pleasant
- convenientIt was convenient to our hotel
- deliveryThe delivery was satisfactory
- employeesThe employees gave us extra fires and huge pieces of chicken.
- fastand fast
- friendliness of the ladythe best part was the friendliness of the lady who served me
Frequently criticized
- serviceHorrible service! They refused to acknowledge me for 5 minutes
- order accuracygave me 3 piece reg chicken. No problem, went back told her. Then she had an attitude then when she was giving me the right order
- receiptThe lady at the counter, refused to give me my receipt.
- staffsome of the staff worker are scammy and fraudulent
- waiting timeI ordered a Chili Hotdog and had to wait over 10 minutes for it. The hotdog was so overloaded with Bolognese sauce that it fell apart, making it impossible to eat and frankly, it tasted disgusting.
- DoorDash orderordered through DoorDash, so there’s no way I can get my money back
- acknowledgementMy experience on Friday, June 12th, between 12: 15 PM and 12: 45 PM, was marked by horrible service. Despite being the only customers, a younger man and an older woman working at the time refused to acknowledge me for 5 minutes. When I was finally acknowledged, the man simply held up 1 finger.
- customer serviceBad customer service, the Spanish lady at the counter was rude.
- in-store serviceMy experience at this restaurant was a mixed bag. While the food tasted good in the end, the in-store service was the slowest I've ever seen. It took them 15 minutes to put together a sandwich, even though there were only two or three other orders.
- staff attitudeThen she had an attitude
Overall, you'll likely find the service here to be quite pleasant, especially with the friendly staff and quick delivery often mentioned. Just be prepared that on occasion, you might encounter longer waits or less attentive staff, so manage your expectations.
Ambience (6.2 out of 10)
mentioned by 29% of the guests
Lets chat about the ambience! Overall, the vibe here is a bit of a mixed bag, with a score of 6.2, landing it squarely in the average category. Customer satisfaction sits at 57.7%, which is pretty mixed, showing theres definitely room for improvement.
Based on 26 comments, with 15 positive and 9 negative, it seems people have some strong feelings both ways. On the bright side, many folks appreciate the clean premises and the fun cool mascot outside. The new location gets props for looking much better than previous spots, and if you're lucky, you might even snag a bench with a lovely bay view.
The general atmosphere and hygiene often receive positive remarks, making for a pleasant shop experience. However, the biggest sticking point seems to be the lack of seating, which is a frequent complaint. Some found the atmosphere a significant letdown, with mentions of sketchy characters around the area.
There are also concerns about the place being blocked by tour buses, and a few comments even described it as a bit dingy compared to expectations.
Ambience
26
Reviews
57%
Satisfaction
9
negative
2
neutral
15
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Clean premises
- Cool mascot
- Bay view
What people don't like
- No seating available
- Sketchy characters
- Blocked by buses
Often praised
- atmosphereAtmosphere 10/10 (Clean inside
- placeI had the best chicken ever, and I was also impressed by the excellent $4 and $5 deals. I absolutely love this place; the food is so delicious.
- bay viewWe enjoyed delicious, hot, and fresh tenders and mac n cheese. There are no seats, so you can take your food and eat it on benches with a bay view. Don't forget to feed the pigeons!
- cool mascotvery cool mascot outside this location
- hygienehygiene is good
- locationHaving not eaten here yet, this location is looking way better than the one in the Tenderline. I would never go there again.
- lookit certainly smelled and looked good
- new locationThis location was also really new
- pleasant shopThe shop was small, but it was well laid out and pleasant.
- premisesclean premises
Frequently criticized
- atmosphereThe atmosphere was a significant letdown
- Tenderline locationway better then the one in the Tenderline
- dingyit looked a little dingy
- hop on hop off tour busesthe place is often blocked by the hop on hop off tour buses.
- seatingThe chicken sandwich was just chicken and buns—no sauce, lettuce, or pickles like in the menu picture. The potato wedges were cold, and there’s no seating available. Definitely not worth the money.
- seating spaceThere is no seating space
- seatsThere aren't any seats
- sketchy charactersA lot of sketchy characters hang out around here
If youre looking for a quick bite and dont mind standing or taking your food to go, the new location offers some nice views and a clean spot. But if comfortable seating and a consistently vibrant atmosphere are high on your list, you might find this place a bit disappointing.
Value (5.6 out of 10)
mentioned by 31% of the guests
When it comes to value, many diners found ways to save some money, praising the reasonable meal options and inexpensive choices. With 13 positive remarks, guests often felt it was worth every cent, especially highlighting excellent $4 and $5 deals. The overall sentiment here is quite balanced, with customer satisfaction sitting at 48.1%.
However, an equal number of 13 negative comments suggest that pricing can be a bit tricky. Some felt the price was steep, not worth the money, or simply way more expensive than expected for items like a single chicken sandwich or a drink. It seems checking your total bill carefully is a must, as the score for value hovers around an average 5.6.
Value
27
Reviews
48%
Satisfaction
13
negative
1
neutral
13
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Worth every cent
- Inexpensive meal options
- Great special deals
What people don't like
- Pricing can be steep
- Not worth money
- Unexpected high charges
Often praised
- priceMy experience at this restaurant was overwhelmingly positive. I found it to be an amazing place with a good price and delicious food. The service was very fast, and the staff were patient.
- $4 and $5 dealsexcellent $4 and $5 deals
- $4 specialHad the $4 special today with wedges included
- Reasonable priceReasonable price for the area
- inexpensivean inexpensive and delicious crispy chicken option
- pricesthe prices are the most affordable
- reasonable meala reasonable meal
- save some moneyIf you want to save some money
- valueBrilliant value
- worth every centI would say it's worth every single cent!
Frequently criticized
- pricesuggested the following: 2 small pieces of chicken tenders (that were cold and old) fries, small soda and a bisut for $20
- Dr Peppercharged me $5 for a 20oz bottle of Dr Pepper
- moneyThe potato wedges were cold, and there’s no seating available. Definitely not worth the money.
- pricesdouble check prices
- pricingcharged extra for the tenders which I get there’s a price difference but I didn’t mess the order up and then try to jip me.
- time and moneyIt was disgusting, and all of it went in the bin! Do NOT waste your time and money here!
- total billa biscuit and a soda = $16
Deciding on value here is a bit of a coin toss. If you're savvy and stick to the specials, you might find some truly inexpensive and reasonable meals. However, be prepared to double-check your bill, as others found the pricing surprisingly steep and not worth the money.
How are the prices at Krispy Krunchy Chicken?
You’re looking at roughly 17 per person – reported by 50 diners. That puts it in the $11–$20 category. For a Chicken Restaurant, it’s comfortably mid-range: not a steal, but not bank-breaking either.
Looking at what people actually spend, most diners (37 out of 50) stick right to this $11–$20 sweet spot, showing prices cluster nicely around the average. There’s a small mix of cheaper and a few pricier options too.
This chart shows what people usually spend per person, using the 50 most recent reviews.
Heres how this restaurants value for money compares to similar spots in San Francisco.
Overall, we think the pricing feels quite fair for a Chicken Restaurant, especially considering its location. It offers a good balance for diners.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
- Quiet
9
Incredible Chicken, Friendly Service!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic, especially the food. I ordered the 3 piece tender, and the chicken itself was incredible. It came in 3 big pieces that were very crispy and juicy.
The biscuit was a bit small, but it was very buttery and golden brown on the outside with a soft inside. The service was good; the guy behind the register was very chill and friendly. I would definitely recommend this place if you like chicken, as it truly destroys chain restaurants that serve chicken.
- 3 piece tender9
- chicken10
- crispy and juicy10
- chain restaurants3
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Group Size
- Solo
Service Type
- Takeout
Meal Type
- Lunch
9
Good Kripy Tenders and Friendly Service
It was mid-afternoon and I was hungry. I got 3 pieces of Kripy Tenders and honestly, I found them good. But the best part was the friendliness of the lady who served me, thank you very much!
3 pieces and a can of cola with a glass full of ice 🤗 17. 78 USD. Reasonable price for the area and the chicken pieces are generous.
- Kripy Tenders8
- friendliness of the lady10
- Reasonable price8
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
9
Excellent Service and Hot Food!
My experience at the restaurant was very positive. The service was very good, with the staff being very helpful and nice. The food arrived very fast and was served hot.
I also noted that the Chicken Wings were recommended.
- service10
- staff10
- speed10
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Group Type
- Solo Dinner
Group Size
- Solo
Service Type
- Takeout
Meal Type
- Lunch
5
Disappointing Service, Okay Food
My experience at this restaurant was a mixed bag. The food was okay; I had wedges and chicken, but the biscuit was dry. The main issue was the service.
I ordered a 3-piece tenders krunch box, but was initially given 3 pieces of regular chicken. When I returned to correct the order, the staff member had an attitude. Furthermore, when I finally received the correct order, the portion of wedges was significantly smaller than expected, and I was charged extra for the tenders.
While I needed something for my flight and would consider the chicken again, I would not return to this specific location due to the poor service.
- food6
- biscuits3
- service2
- staff attitude2
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Lunch
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
- Quiet
10
Excellent Food and Service!
My experience was excellent! The service was great 😍 and the food was amazing, truly finger-licking good! 😍
- service10
- food10
What Krispy Krunchy Chicken offers
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Popular for
- Solo dining
- Lunch
Offerings
- Quick bite
- Coffee
Dining options
- Dinner
- Lunch
Service Options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
Parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Atmosphere
- Casual
FAQs
Is Krispy Krunchy Chicken accessible for wheelchair users?
Yes, Krispy Krunchy Chicken in San Francisco offers a wheelchair accessible entrance, ensuring that you can comfortably visit and enjoy your meal.
What dining options are available at Krispy Krunchy Chicken and is it suitable for children?
You can enjoy Krispy Krunchy Chicken for both lunch and dinner. It’s also considered a good spot for kids, making it a family-friendly choice in Fisherman’s Wharf.
How does Krispy Krunchy Chicken generally perform?
Krispy Krunchy Chicken holds a 6.7 overall score, indicating a good performance. Its Service (7.0) and Food (6.8) are rated well, while Ambience (6.2) and especially Value (5.6) are more average.
What do customers appreciate most about Krispy Krunchy Chicken?
Many customers praise the delicious chicken, noting its juiciness and crunch. The friendly staff and affordable meal deals, like the $4 and $5 specials, are also frequently highlighted as positive aspects.
What are some common complaints about Krispy Krunchy Chicken?
Some patrons report inconsistent food quality, with items sometimes being cold or unseasoned. Issues with slow or rude service and a general lack of seating are also noted as significant drawbacks.