Dino's Famous Chicken
Chicken restaurant · 2575 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90006, United States · United States
★ 4.5 on Google · 6,040 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Aug 5, 2026 · 85 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →
Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.5★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.3★
- Flagged
- 9%
- Coverage
- 17%
All reviews shown by Google
915 examined reviews
85 of 1,000
1,000 of 6,040 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Aug 5, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Reviewers report that this establishment serves flavorful, uniquely marinated charbroiled chicken and fries soaked in a distinctive citrus- and vinegar-based sauce. While many praise the generous portions and long-standing local appeal, common frustrations include rising prices, difficult parking, and inconsistent customer service.
+ Repeated strengths
Signature Chicken and Sauce
Reviewers frequently highlight the delicious taste of the charbroiled chicken and its unique signature marinade/sauce.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2023-07-31
Awesome as always! Best chicken in the world!
5★ · 2023-08-05
Classic spicy chicken spot with fries. Burgers are great too! Long lines but they go pretty fast! Been coming since I was in middle school. Down the street.
5★ · 2023-08-20
This spot has tasty charbroiled chicken that you can customize. They have other food items as well. It's a crazy scene behind the counter, everyone working hard to get your order out. Workers are the best. It's noit your typical "burger" s...
Generous Portions
Reviewers note that the meals come in large portions that offer filling and satisfying quantities.
3 supporting reviews
3★ · 2023-09-13
The food is pretty bland, but the portions are huge for the cost. Wouldn’t recommend unless you are drunk and looking for something greasy and carb heavy.
5★ · 2026-07-27
I liked it. A whole half grilled chicken and soggy fries. Strong herby flavors like oregano. Also something citrus. Chicken juices smother the entire plate.
5★ · 2026-06-21
The place is the "BOMB", the original BBQ chicken dinner is a hearty meal, the juicy 1/2 chicken comes atop fries soaked with the juices of the chicken. So delicious 😋
Online Ordering Option
Reviewers appreciate the ability to order online to bypass long lines at the window.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2023-09-13
Order online to skip this line !!! Have your online receipt ready... You're welcome
− Repeated complaints
Customer Service
Reviewers report encountering rude, dismissive, or unhelpful staff members and poor handling of complaints.
2 supporting reviews
1★ · 2023-08-21
Horrible customer service
1★ · 2025-12-07
The cashiers were very dismissive and rude, I also saw the customers getting their orders wrong and the staff waved it off as something small. I wonder how many times they do that a day. On top of all this, when I ordered they looked at me...
Pricing
Reviewers complain that prices have increased significantly over time for the items provided.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2023-08-08
Price has gone up significantly. I think there is less space to sit down. Food is as delicious as it was 15 years ago
Lack of Amenities and Parking
Reviewers note the lack of public restrooms on-site and mention that parking is very limited and difficult to find.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2023-11-02
The best chicken I've had in LA, their fries are so delicious, everything is so juicy, I can't believe I ate half a chicken, the service was super friendly and it didn't even take 10 minutes to place our order and get our food, the only rec...
4★ · 2023-11-06
Food is great. No restroom. Nearest one is around the block at a laundrymat. They charge 50 cents.
1★ · 2026-07-11
As customer they wouldn’t let me use the bathroom very busy area unfortunately toilets are bad
Good for
- Fans of boldly flavored, vinegary marinated chicken
- Hearty, large-portion meals on a budget
- Quick pickup orders via online systems
Avoid if
- You prefer crispy fries that are not soaked in sauce
- You require readily accessible public restrooms
- You are sensitive to long wait times and tight parking
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Jul ’23 | 5 | 0 |
| Aug ’23 | 33 | 4 |
| Sep ’23 | 32 | 3 |
| Oct ’23 | 29 | 2 |
| Nov ’23 | 28 | 0 |
| Dec ’23 | 25 | 2 |
| Jan ’24 | 31 | 1 |
| Feb ’24 | 29 | 2 |
| Mar ’24 | 26 | 2 |
| Apr ’24 | 25 | 4 |
| May ’24 | 35 | 3 |
| Jun ’24 | 36 | 5 |
| Jul ’24 | 25 | 3 |
| Aug ’24 | 31 | 0 |
| Sep ’24 | 28 | 1 |
| Oct ’24 | 36 | 7 |
| Nov ’24 | 32 | 1 |
| Dec ’24 | 24 | 2 |
| Jan ’25 | 18 | 1 |
| Feb ’25 | 27 | 4 |
| Mar ’25 | 28 | 3 |
| Apr ’25 | 29 | 2 |
| May ’25 | 16 | 1 |
| Jun ’25 | 15 | 3 |
| Jul ’25 | 22 | 2 |
| Aug ’25 | 35 | 1 |
| Sep ’25 | 35 | 3 |
| Oct ’25 | 30 | 5 |
| Nov ’25 | 31 | 2 |
| Dec ’25 | 30 | 1 |
| Jan ’26 | 30 | 0 |
| Feb ’26 | 13 | 1 |
| Mar ’26 | 25 | 4 |
| Apr ’26 | 24 | 0 |
| May ’26 | 31 | 6 |
| Jun ’26 | 23 | 1 |
| Jul ’26 | 23 | 2 |
| Aug ’26 | 5 | 1 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- low activity account 85 reviews flagged weight 0.8
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 85 flagged reviews.
fanny vazquez
1 review
★★★★★
2023-08-10
Good costumer service. Every single one that works there is very nice. Everything was Excellent!!
Mary Suarez
1 review
★★★★★
2023-08-14
Adrian Munoz
1 review
★★★★★
2023-08-15
Fernando Hernandez
2 reviews
★★★★★
2023-08-17
Dino's LA hood classic grilled Red Chicken... Flavor on point with a light kick of spice ... Don't forget the cheese Burger
Gaby Salcedo
1 review
★★★★★
2023-09-06
teardrop_ff Tentacion
1 review
★★★★★
2023-09-13
MrBluezbrothaz
2 reviews
★★★★★
2023-10-28
Antoinette White
2 reviews
★★★★★
2023-12-21
Ana karen Pascual
2 reviews
★★★★★
2024-02-24
William Paxtor
1 review
★★★★★
2024-03-25
Report generated Aug 5, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.
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