# Ali's Chicken & Waffles

> Small, unassuming spot offers Halal southern cuisine with a selective menu focused on chicken and waffles. Atmosphere feels intimate and neat but can be scary to some. Popular for tender chicken paired with unique sauces and light coconut syrup.

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- Address: 4350 University Ave, San Diego, California, United States
- Phone: +16197364740
- Website: https://alischickenandwaffles.com/alischickenwafflesuniversityav?utm_source=google
- Google rating: 4.6 (403 reviews)

## What it is good for

- Fried Chicken — 10/10
- Hidden Gems — 10/10
- Mexican Food — 10/10
- Halal — 10/10
- American Food — 10/10
- Chicken Tenders — 10/10
- Chicken And Waffles — 9.5/10
- Waffles — 9.4/10
- Mac And Cheese — 9.2/10
- Tea — 9.2/10
- Food — 9.1/10
- Chicken Sandwich — 9.1/10
- Sandwich — 8.5/10
- Breakfast — 8.3/10
- Burrito — 8.3/10

## What people say

- "I thought the Original Chicken Sandwich combo was amazing."
- "I experienced the best chicken and waffles I have ever had."
- "I found Ali's to be an amazing hidden gem."

## Good to know

- Parking is difficult due to the busy area and limited spaces.
- Reservations are recommended as it takes about 30 minutes for an order to be ready.
- Ali's Chicken & Waffles is halal.
- The location shares space with a donut shop, making it a bit hidden.
- Online ordering via the Toast app is available for quicker service.

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