The Crack Shack - Costa Mesa

4.5
(2,052 Reviews)
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Ratings of The Crack Shack - Costa Mesa

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4.5
(2,052 Reviews)

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Location & Hours

This spacious, modern counter serve draws crowds for its fried chicken plates & creative sandwiches.

196 E 17th St
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Monday
10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Recent Reviews

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Nov 2024
Very good food, pretty expensive, but low-key worth it if you feel like a good meal, the firebird sandwich was quite good, and was very filling, especially with fries. They do serve alcohol here, I don't drink so I can't comment on it.
google
Oct 2024
Love the open atmosphere and great food
google
Oct 2024
The Crack Shack in Costa Mesa serves up creative, high-quality fried chicken dishes in a fun, casual atmosphere, perfect for indulging in comfort food with a gourmet twist.w
google
Oct 2024
Food was super good! Amazing drinks. They have games . Good vibes
google
Oct 2024
Nice atmosphere, great chicken.
google
Oct 2024
This place hands down have the absolute best fried chicken! Recommend it 100%.
google
Oct 2024
めちゃくちゃ美味しかったです。 とんでもないハイカロリーですが、偶にしか食べません。ご馳走様でした。
google
Oct 2024
Not all it's "cracked" up to be. The chicken/coleslaw sandwich was okay. I expected way more of an addicting flavor considering its the "crack" shack. The self service drink and sauce area are not very user friendly either, with no trash bin for your straw or sugar packets (i got ice tea). I was carrying my keys, my wallet, my phone. I then had to fill my own sauces, carry a drink, and carry around my table number stand. My hands were already too full to juggling my own stuff to get my own sauces and drink. I just wish they would have handed me a tray or something? Then when I was pumping the barbecue sauce it overflowed, And I got sauce on my hand and there were no napkins near the sauce-filling station, So I had to walk over to the tables where the napkins are kept with a saucey hand, all my stuff, a drink and a number stand. But despite the functionality , my chicken sandwich wasn't even that great.
google
Oct 2024
Love this place
google
Oct 2024
Food was so good but too much spicy 🌶️
google
Oct 2024
The food is delicious. The atmosphere is so loud. Not my scene.
google
Oct 2024
Ordered to go. Waited inside. They NEVER brought us our food. Wasted our time. Staff was idiotic.
google
Oct 2024
There is no window for pickup. You kinda just have to cut in front of everyone in line while 30 kids are screaming and running around the restaurant (went on a Friday night which was my fault apparntly.) It is very uncomfortable to pick up an order for an introvert such as myself. The food was delicious, though, and will order again under different circumstances. Also, don't forget to order the fries they're unique and unexpected in flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Crack Shack - Costa Mesa have happy hours or specials?
Yes, The Crack Shack - Costa Mesa does have happy hours and specials available.
What is The Crack Shack - Costa Mesa's rating?
The Crack Shack - Costa Mesa is rated an average of 4.5/5 stars across various online platforms.

(877) 230-1416

196 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627