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Cha Cha ChickenB+

1906 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90405 · Caribbean restaurant, Chicken restaurant, Jamaican restaurant · Ocean Park

Beach-adjacent Caribbean fusion spot with flavorful jerk-centric plates and fresh juices; great vibe, counter service, and mixed value due to higher-than-expected prices and occasional portion inconsistency.

Why this grade

Cha Cha Chicken delivers solid neighborhood dining with strong jerk chicken and plantain execution and exceptional beachside setting that justify its loyal following. However, inconsistent quality on certain dishes like salmon and isolated food safety concerns prevent a higher grade. The casual counter-service format and price-to-portion ratio work for what it is—a relaxed beach spot with bold Caribbean flavors—but fall short of premium dining standards.

One caveat: Pricing is genuinely expensive for counter service (mains up to $24) and in-store prices may exceed online listings

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Opening Hours

Monday11:00–20:30 Tuesday11:00–20:30 Wednesday11:00–20:30 Thursday11:00–20:30 Friday11:00–21:00 Saturday10:00–21:00 Sunday10:00–20:30
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