Big Cheech’s (Chicken, Waffles and Sliders)(Scripps Ranch)

Sadly, Big Cheech’s has closed

mmm-yoso!!! is back to being written by Cathy, while Kirk goes back to doing other things. 

As we were leaving Todo Sushi in April, I saw cars waiting at a (new location to me) Starbucks drive through and this building, just on the opposite side of Carroll Canyon.  We drove in, but it wasn't yet open for business.  There were some vinyl graphics of breakfast and lunch sliders on the front windows and doors. We recently were back in the area and stopped in. 
 I did not get a photo of the menu, but this link to the online ordering will show you the current offerings and prices. (Breakfast is mentioned on the website as being available from 7-11 a.m., but the restaurant opens at 10 and no breakfast sliders can be ordered from the online menu)
 Of course we had to try a combo: Two chicken tenders, waffle, fries and a drink ($13.99).

Didn't want to try any 'spicy' flavor chicken nor grilled chicken.  The chicken tenders were quite large and moist with a pleasant, lightly crisp, lightly flavored breading (it wasn't a batter that stayed adhered to the chicken).  The fries were very thin and therefore crisp; a good and different fry.  The waffle was made with a flavored batter..cinnamon-vanilla..but it was just a hint of flavor.  Crisp exterior and fluffy interior.  The combination of flavors and textures was 'proper'.  I was curious about the falafel slider ($4.99)
 A fresh made falafel patty with tahini, lettuce, tomato and a pickle on a toasted eggy bun.  I really liked this. 

 We also ordered a House Salad ($6.99).  Mixed greens, cheese, onion, grape tomatoes and cucumbers.  We asked for ranch dressing, which was standard and good.

So far, we like the food here.  A good place to stop.

Big Cheech's Chicken and Waffles 9810 Carroll Canyon Road San Diego 92131 (858) 215-4221 Open daily 10 a.m.-9 p.m. website