Cha Cha Chicken

4.4(1,955)

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Location & Hours

Address

1906 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA
Santa Monica, CA 90405
United States

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Hours

Open • Closes Today at 8:30 PM

Monday11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Tuesday11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Wednesday11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Thursday11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Friday11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Saturday10:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Sunday10:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(310) 581-1684

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About Cha Cha Chicken

Jerk chicken & other Caribbean fare at this counter-serve eatery with a festive, beach-shack theme.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on June 16, 2025.

4.4/5

Based on 1,955 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Gavin “GJM_reviews” Meichelbock

2 months ago

Big flavors and a personality to match from a small shack in Santa Monica. The atmosphere here is really cool, especially if you luck out with the weather. Even though it’s by the populated beach, it...

Ian MacDonald

6 months ago

A great little spot for a quick lunch. I ordered a jerk chicken meal, and it was ready almost absurdly quickly, I'd barely sat down before it was put in front of me. The food was really tasty and the...

Alicia Draper

4 months ago

Outstanding, finger-licking lunch options! Thank you to the team, staff, and chefs who run ChaCha! Delicious green juice/smoothie, coconut chicken, Chacha chicken, and perfect plantains. Plenty of out...

Eddie Utah

a month ago

Some of the best fried chicken and Caribbean food I’ve ever had. And this is coming from someone who lived in a Caribbean neighborhood in NYC for a decade. Highly recommend everting except for the Sal...

L Smith

6 years ago

In LA from TX for my birthday and my cousin chose this spot for dinner. The decor, outdoor seating, and knowing you're 1 block from the ocean made us both feel like we'd traveled to The Islands. The l...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Diners generally have a very positive experience, highlighting the delicious food and enjoyable atmosphere. The restaurant is seen as a fun and satisfying dining option.

Customer Favorites

Cha Cha Chicken, plantains, and beef empanadas are frequently praised by customers. Coconut chicken and jerk chicken are also well-received.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant has a cool, laid-back atmosphere with a Pan-Caribbean decor, and outdoor seating is available. The staff is noted for being exceptionally friendly and attentive.

Value & Quality

Portion sizes are generally good for the price, and food is often served quickly. While most dishes are praised for their flavor and quality, some customers have noted that certain items can be bland or not hot enough.

Areas for Improvement

Some customers found certain dishes, like the Salmon Negril and some sides, to be bland or lacking authentic island flavor. There were also mentions of food not being served hot enough.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews continue to highlight the excellent fried chicken and Caribbean food. Quick service and a lively atmosphere remain consistent positives.