The Crack Shack

The Crack Shack is a Southern California-based restaurant chain specializing in chef-driven fried chicken dishes crafted with fine dining precision and locally sourced ingredients. Established in 2015 in San Diego's Little Italy, the eatery has expanded to multiple locations, including Encinitas, Costa Mesa, Pacific Beach, and Las Vegas.

The menu at The Crack Shack features a variety of innovative offerings, such as the "Firebird" spicy fried thigh sandwich with cool ranch, crispy onions, pickles, and a potato roll. Another popular choice is the "Coop Deville," a fried chicken breast sandwich with cabbage slaw, pickled fresno chiles, and lime mayo on brioche.

They also offer unique bowls like the "Power Bowl," which includes chicken al pastor, chatos salsa verde, pickled red onions, soft-boiled egg, avocado, arugula, warm quinoa, and baby cilantro.

In addition to their regular menu, The Crack Shack introduces seasonal items to keep the dining experience fresh and exciting. For example, their "Spring Beak Sandwich" features a crispy Jidori chicken thigh cutlet with spring onion-pistachio relish, garlicky-black pepper aioli, and arugula & parmesan salad on an artisan baguette.

They also offer shakes like the "Cookie Monster Shake," made with whipped cream, rich chocolate sauce, and cookie crumble. Proceeds from this shake support Foodies4Fosters, an organization dedicated to assisting foster children and families.

The Crack Shack's commitment to quality extends to its sourcing practices, utilizing non-GMO, "beyond free range" Jidori Farms chicken and a proprietary "Crack Spice" blend from Le Sanctuaire. The restaurants emphasize a casual, family-friendly atmosphere, with some locations offering breakfast items like biscuits and gravy, chilaquiles, and the "Sunny 'Daise" sandwich.

With a focus on community engagement, The Crack Shack supports local farms and artisans, ensuring each dish is made with the freshest ingredients. Their dedication to quality and innovation has earned them recognition, including being named one of the best fried chicken restaurants in the U.S.

Locations

The Crack Shack operates in several locations, each offering a unique dining experience that reflects the brand's dedication to quality and community:

• San Diego, CA
• Encinitas, CA
• Costa Mesa, CA
• Pacific Beach, CA
• Las Vegas, NV