The Crack Shack - Encinitas Menu

Welcome to The Crack Shack - Encinitas, a vibrant chicken shop that redefines New American cuisine through innovative sandwiches and casual dining. Located at 407 Encinitas Blvd, this trendy establishment specializes in mouthwatering fried chicken selections, like the Firebird spicy fried thigh sandwich, paired with crispy onions and cool ranch on an artisan potato roll.

Guests can indulge in a variety of flavors, from the Cali Drip pollo asado to the decadent Senor Croque, featuring fried chicken, bacon, and a sunny-side-up egg. With options for gluten-free diners and a commitment to fresh ingredients, The Crack Shack prioritizes quality.

The casual atmosphere boasts outdoor seating and kid-friendly accessibility, inviting families and friends alike to gather. Add in a selection of craft beers and cocktails, and it’s easy to see why this spot is a local favorite. Whether for lunch or dinner, The Crack Shack promises a delightful culinary experience that beckons you to return.

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Firebird

spicy fried thigh, crispy onions, pickles, cool ranch, artisan potato roll

$$14.50

Coop Deville

fried breast, cabbage slaw pickled fresno chiles, pickles, lime mayo, artisan brioche

$$14.50

Senor Croque

fried breast, bacon, runny egg, white cheddar, misomaple butter, artisan brioche

$$14.50

Cali Drip

pollo asado, fries, chipotlebacon mayo, bacon, pickled onions and jalapenos, melty oaxacan queso, crunchy torta

$$14.00

AllAmerican Chick

two chicken patties, crispy bacon, griddled mustardy onions, american cheese, bb pickles, savory sauce, shredded iceberg, potato bun

$$14.00

Katsu Lookin

Jidori breast cutlet, panko breaded, umami aioli, purple cabbage slaw, namasu pickles, soft potato bun

$$13.50

Sunny Daise

Ks chicken sausage, maple hollandaise, sunny egg, american cheese, english muffin sausage and hollandaise contain PORK

Spring Beak

Jidori thigh cutlet, spring onionpistachio relish, garlickyblack pepper aioli, arugulaparm salad, artisan baguette

$$15.00

Whole Bird

signature bonein fried chicken

$$38.00

Half Bird

signature bonein fried chicken

$$20.00

Gluten Free Half Bird

signature bonein fried chicken

$$21.00

Gluten Free Whole Bird

signature bonein fried chicken

$$40.00

Small Flock

half bird bonein fried chicken, large fry, classic slaw, mini biscuits, chicken nuggets, choice of 2 cookies

$$60.00

Big Flock

whole bird bonein fried chicken, large fry, classic slaw, mini biscuits, chicken nuggets, choice of 2 cookies

$$80.00

Power Bowl

chicken al pastor, chatos salsa verde, pickled red onions, soft boiled egg, avo, arugula, warm quinoa, baby cilantro

$$14.50

Baja Chop Salad

cucumbers, guac, radishes, pickled onions, cotija cheese, tortilla strips, charred poblano dressing

$$13.00

Side Baja Chop Salad

cucumbers, guac, radishes, pickled onions, cotija cheese, tortilla strips, charred poblano dressing

$$6.50

Wok Bok Bowl

orange chicken oysters, green cabbage, arugula, cukes, cashews, carrots, herbs, onions, garlicchili lime vinaigrette

$$17.50

Downward Dog

charred cauliflower, grilled spring onion, sun dried tomato, shaved broccoli, pickled raisins, herby arugula salad, garlic tapenade, pine nuts, quinoa, hummus, scallion top vinaigrette

$$13.50

Hand Cut Fries Regular

tossed in schmaltz crack spice

$$4.50

Hand Cut Fries Large

tossed in schmaltz crack spice

$$7.50

Classic Slaw

napa cabbage, pickled fresno chiles, pickles, lime mayo

$$6.00

Mini Biscuits

Served with misomaple butter

$$7.00

6 Piece Nugs

6 jidori chicken nuggets

$$10.00

Mexican Poutine

schmaltz fries, pollo asado, jalapeno cheese wiz, pico de gallo

$$14.50

Chicken Oysters

buttermilkpickle brine, mustard seed tartar, lemon

$$13.00

Don Pastor Fries

chicken thigh al pastor, oaxacan fundido, avocado crema, charred pineapple, griddled onions, schmaltz fries, taco stand herbs

$$15.00

Jidori Tender Combo

5 tenders tossed with Crack Spice, hand cut fries

$$14.50

Kids Chicken Nuggets

choice of carrots or petite fries a cookie a kids drink

$$7.50

Kids Grilled Cheese

choice of carrots or petite fries a cookie a kids drink

$$7.50

Kids Grilled Chicken

choice of carrots or petite fries a cookie a kids drink

$$7.50

Kids Chicken Tenders

choice of carrots or petite fries a cookie a kids drink

$$7.50

Dreas Cookie

white chocolate, coconut, cinnamon

$$3.50

Milk Sugar Cookies Shake

whip, caramel sauce, sprinkles, dreas cookie crumble

$$9.50

Salted Chocolate Chip Cookie

housemade, with love

$$3.50

Cookie Monster Shake

whip, chocolate sauce, cookie crumble

$$9.50

Side Chicken Al Pastor

$$7.50

Fried Breast

single piece of fried breast

$$7.50

Fried Thigh

single piece of fried thigh

$$7.50

Grilled Breast

single piece of grilled breast

$$7.50

Side Pollo Asado

$$7.50

Single Nugget

$$1.50

Include NapkinsUtensils

Ranch

Pineapple Mustard

$$0.50

Sweet Baby Gs BBQ

$$0.50

Sriracha 1,000 Island

$$0.50

Cluck Buddies

$$9.00

Duckfoot Kookslams West Coast IPA

$$9.00

Bay City Brewing Ron Murkundy Hazy IPA

$$9.00

MT Black House

$$8.00

Societe Pupil IPA

$$9.00

BattleMage Summon Ifrit Amber Ale

$$8.00

Stone Buenaveza Mexican Lager

$$8.00

Bay City Pilsner

$$8.00

Burgeon Carlsbad Crush Mosaic Pale Ale

$$9.00

Seltzer

$$9.00

Open Beer Lager

$$8.00

Treevana

$$9.00

Mother Earth Cali Creamin

$$8.00

Knotty Tangerine Pineapple Sour

$$9.00

Newtopia Watermelon Cider

$$9.00

Jucci Gang

$$10.00

Tropical Mist Blonde

$$8.00

JuneShine Desert Cooler

$$9.00

Easy Rider

$$5.00

NA Best Day Hazy IPA

$$5.00

Na Kolsch

$$5.00

Societe Bulbous Flowers

$$9.00

Prosecco Split

$$13.00

Angeline Sauvignon Blanc

$$13.00

OZV Rose

$$12.00

Old Soul Cabernet Sauvignon

$$13.00

Chamisal Chardonnay

$$13.00

Angeline Pinot Noir

$$13.00

Corkage

$$20.00

Sancerre

$$18.00

Sonoma Cab

$$18.00

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