Roscoe's House of Chicken 'n Waffles

The Scene – Roscoe's offers no-frills decor but hey, you're not here for the furniture. And if you're planning a weekend brunch, show up early: It's a favorite after-church spot for Pico locals, with families arriving in their Sunday best. – – The Food – An L.A. institution immortalized in flicks like "Swingers" and "Pulp Fiction," Roscoe's is not for the Lipitor crowd: Fried chicken mixes with gravy-smothered hash browns in dishes that cardiac patients ought to avoid. Newcomers should order the Scoe's Special--chicken and waffles, of course--but return visitors should…

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The Extras:: Get the Big Mama Special--scrambled eggs blended with onions and cheese--and Big Mama, one of the waitresses, might even serve it to you.
Know Before You Go:: There are several other locations in the SoCal region.

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User Reviews (66)

ambiance	83.33000183105469% positive	“The ambience and atmosphere is very family friendly.” “The staff & clientelle was friendly and fun as well.” “remember the parking at this location being really REALLY bad.” “have been here several times with friends and every time the food is great and the atmosphere is entertaining.” “Despite the somewhat run-down decor, this long-time LA favorite is a great place to bring someone and show them something different; the humble setting may also say "I'm not scared to venture out into an uncertain neighborhood and put up with a couple fli” “I've been to this location many times, and will continue to go back; I love Roscoes.”
drinks	100.0% positive	“also loved their iced tea/lemonade/fruity hybrid drinks!”
food quality	85.71000099182129% positive	“The chicken is greasy, tender, juicy and %100 southern style delicious.” “But, surprisingly, the food was pretty good!” “The kind waitress gave me 1 waffle and 2 pieces of chicken, which at first sight I didn't believe would be enough to fill me up not only was the food tasty but fulfilling as well.” “I'm not a really big fan of fried chicken, so the idea of coming to this restaurant was not too appealing to me.” “With the best waffles and crispy chicken, this is definitely a place that I recommend eating at.” “don't even like waffles, but theirs were so light, fluffy, hot and delicious that I ate the whole thing and actually wanted more.” “I've been with people who have gotten other things, and even though it amazes me every time, they seem to like what they get, so I assume the other food is pretty good too.” “love Roscoe's chicken & waffles for their good food.” “The fried chicken is excellent (get the dark meat)--tender, flavorful, crispy, and just a bit peppery.” “love Roscoes chicken and waffles.” “The fried chicken here is probably the best I've ever had; juicy and the skin was incredible.” “this place has great waffles and chicken!” “The food was good although for the side dishes you pay pretty, pretty much money, and it ain't much!” “So good, after eating you'll suffer from "the itis" I never thought chicken and waffles could be so good together” “He loves the chicken but the waffles where more that average.” “Roscoes was very very delicious, but I do have to warn you that if you go hear make sure you go in pj pants or something like that, because I have never felt SO full after a meal in my entire life.” “get eggs and biscuits, and some wonderful grits.” “always a great filling meal, the best chicken and waffles i have ever eaten.” “Clearly not a place to go on a diet, but the waffles and chicken were good for the price.” “Not only is the food good, but ain't no tellin' what celebrity you might run across.” “The food is excellent and mmm so tasty, my mouth waters as I write this review.” “have been here several times with friends and every time the food is great and the atmosphere is entertaining.” “Definitely great comfort food.” “This place has some great food.” “Sort of like the chicken at Popeye's, tasty but harvested from some mysterious race of pygmy chickens and then way, way, way overpriced.” “The chicken is amazing and a perfect compliment to waffles.” “there food is so good” “It was overall a good experience, but I'll rather eat my next chicken, cornbread, collargreens, mac&cheez at my mama's house.” “like to enjoy my salad before receiving my hot meal, but this didn't happen.” “Roscoes is the place to go for great soul food.” “Yes, I like fried chicken and I also love waffles, and although I have never tried that combo before, I can see where they might go together.” “The bottom line is that I won't return because their food is overpriced and unless you are not very demanding, this would not be a good restaurant venue to take a date or to expect above average food quality.” “If you're thinking about going for the first-time, order either the number 9 or the number 13; those two each are amazing and those are the dishes that give the place it's name.” “Fantastic fried chicken” “of course got the famous combo of chicken and waffles and gravy which I didn't think would go together at all, but IT DID and IT WAS SO TASTY for bad for your food ha.”
overall	100.0% positive	“All in all it's a good place to check-out, worth at least one visit.” “Despite the somewhat run-down decor, this long-time LA favorite is a great place to bring someone and show them something different; the humble setting may also say "I'm not scared to venture out into an uncertain neighborhood and put up with a couple fli” “very nice place.” “With the best waffles and crispy chicken, this is definitely a place that I recommend eating at.”
return potential	50.0% positive	“I've been to this location many times, and will continue to go back; I love Roscoes.” “The bottom line is that I won't return because their food is overpriced and unless you are not very demanding, this would not be a good restaurant venue to take a date or to expect above average food quality.”
service	95.0% positive	“Our service was excellent, although some tables nearby seemed to be having some trouble getting the server's attention.” “The staff & clientelle was friendly and fun as well.” “wonderful service & really fast!” “I've been with people who have gotten other things, and even though it amazes me every time, they seem to like what they get, so I assume the other food is pretty good too.” “The ambience and atmosphere is very family friendly.” “Thanks to all the waiters and waitresses always so nice.” “The staff is wonderful, but the space is a little cramp.” “The staff is very friendly and they seem to have a good customer base during the dinner hour.” “get the best service and great attitude.” “The kind waitress gave me 1 waffle and 2 pieces of chicken, which at first sight I didn't believe would be enough to fill me up not only was the food tasty but fulfilling as well.”
value	75.0% positive	“Clearly not a place to go on a diet, but the waffles and chicken were good for the price.” “The sides are all worthy, like the sausage patties drenched in gravy, or a huge slab of cornbread slathered in butter.” “Roscoes is the place to be for those of you that have a huge appetite!” “Sort of like the chicken at Popeye's, tasty but harvested from some mysterious race of pygmy chickens and then way, way, way overpriced.” “The food was good although for the side dishes you pay pretty, pretty much money, and it ain't much!” “The bottom line is that I won't return because their food is overpriced and unless you are not very demanding, this would not be a good restaurant venue to take a date or to expect above average food quality.” “Food is GREAt, price is.” “All in all it's a good place to check-out, worth at least one visit.”
wait time	100.0% positive	“Despite the somewhat run-down decor, this long-time LA favorite is a great place to bring someone and show them something different; the humble setting may also say "I'm not scared to venture out into an uncertain neighborhood and put up with a couple fli”