Places to get Chicken on a Stick in San Antonio, TX

You don’t have to wait until NIOSA for this Fiesta favorite

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It’s no Fiesta without chicken on a stick. | Photo by SATXtoday team

It’s about that time folks — our beloved Fiesta is less than a week away. We’re here to share to share some great news about a certain something on a stick that can be consumed 365 days a year (thank us later) all while reminiscing about your Fiesta adventures.

Here are 10 places offering chicken on a stick year-round.

Pete’s Chicken Shack , El Camino, 1009 Ave. B

Here you can find the classic chicken on a stick, hand-battered with a jalapeño on top, or order the Nashville style which comes dipped in signature Nashville hot oil, drizzled with Comeback sauce + served with house pickles.

Vegan Avenue , 2512 N. Main Ave.

Chicken on a stick but make it vegan and gluten-free served with a jalapeño to boot — enough said.

Benjie’s Munch , 1218 W. Bitters Rd. #107

Head on over to Benjie’s to try its butter-milk-dipped fried chicken drizzled in cilantro-ranch chicken on a stick — jalapeño upon request.

Stixs and Stone , 5718B Wurzbach Rd.

Stixs and Stone serve an Asian-inspired chicken on a stick that is house marinated in Gochujang or Chef’s house sauce, toasted sesame seeds, topped with a charred jalapeño, and steamed rice + Asian slaw on the side.

Ritchie’s Kitchen , located inside McFinnigans Pub, 7210 Blanco Rd.

For only $7, you can get a classic chicken on a stick (extra for breaded), with a sweet roll, jalapeño and your choice of sauce.

Pete’s Tako House

If you’re looking for that Fiesta-style classic chicken on a stick, Pete’s Tako House serves them for only $4.50.

Deco Pizzeria , 3 locations

You can order online or dine in and taste this hand-battered take on the SA delicacy. Pro Tip: Head on over during happy hour for discounted prices.

Big Poppas Tacos , 2118 N. Pan Am Expy.

Get your chicken on a stick fix loaded with cheese, a generous amount of Hot Cheetos + a massive jalapeño and toasted roll.

Backyard on Broadway , 2411 Broadway St.

This massive, hand-battered take on chicken on a stick is available during happy hour and includes a spicy jalapeño on top.

Anchor Bar , 4553 N. Loop 1604 W.

Get your hands on this unique chicken on a stick rolled in habanero ranch and served with a seasoned jalapeño + limes for under $10.

Bonus: If you are wanting to experiment in the kitchen or just level up your Fiesta culinary skills, check this H-E-B version of chicken on a stick recipe you can make at home.

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Adriana Christian is a native San Antonioian. Having previously worked in museums for 10 years, Adriana began her social media career in 2021. Outside of work, she enjoys hanging out with her dog Benny and discovering new happy hour spots.
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