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  We've been to the Chicken Coop several times for one reason... the wings. The wings are definitely some of the best in town. The rest of the food is pretty standard but the wings are by far the best thing on the menu.
  
  The service has generally been good although during a big sporting even you will run into the standard wait.
  
  In addition, the staff has always been good to accommodate my toddler son and will interact with him which is a huge plus in this mom's book.

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  Posted on 07.01.13 Megan B.

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  I've been to the Chicken Coop twice and I truly believe they serve the best wings I've ever eaten.  Like several other reviews have alluded to, the wings are broiled / grilled instead of fried.  This adds a nice caramelization to the sauces and adds a nice smokiness to them.  If you like wings, you're in for a treat.  The fried pickles were fantastic, too.
  
  As for the quality of the service, several other reviews complained about it, but my own experiences don't back this up.  I had above-average service both times I visited.  The servers checked in often, everything was delivered quickly and correctly.
  
  If you like wings, you owe it to yourself to try the Chicken Coop.  They're worth the trip just for their uniqueness, and if you're like me, you may just find your new favorite wing place.

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  Posted on 06.22.13 Adam B.

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  Impressively bad. Spoiled frozen food, snotty waitresses who can't be bothered by their tables. Yuck.

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  Posted on 02.23.13 Ryan M.

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  Good food, but bad service. probably wouldn't go there again.

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  Posted on 12.04.11 William L.

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  One of the better places for wings in the Des Moines area.  They go with a non breaded, broiled wing which is different than most.  They are usually big on size and outside of Buffalo Wild Wings, they host the largest variety of sauces I have seen.  The buck nasty hot sauce which is the hottest on their scale is very good with enough heat to pack a punch but not leave you wanting a gallon of milk afterward.  They also have a good variety of bar food type apps such as breaded mushrooms and the like.  This is a great place to go watch sports at as well, the bar area has a handful of TVs plus there are more in the dining room area as well.  They also have pretty good drink specials going during most sporting events.

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  Posted on 01.18.11 Donald Y.

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  When your ordered meal arrives, a server will simply hand you a fork and point you to the roll of paper towels already on the table for napkins--no knives, no table manners used here!  The featured wine is always Sutter Home.  So obviously, this is a pretty no frills, low key bar/establishment.  The wings are good--not fried but rather broiled, with several sauce options to choose from.  The rest of the food is pretty standard bar food, but fairly tasty.  First couple of years this place was open most of the servers appeared stoned and out of it, and it really affected the service.  Service seems to be improving and have no complaints from recent visits.

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  Posted on 08.24.10 Kris D.

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  Really you want to go to a chain place when you can have local flair?
  
  I really like this place. The owners a two great people that care about their customer's experience.
  
  Instead of frying their wings here they grill them, and they have some great sauces. Some people really enjoy their fried pickle's, but I have not had them.
  
  I am however a big fan of their fries! (ready for the big sage way?)
  
  Speaking of fans....this is a great place to watch sports. There is not a seat in the house that does not have a view of the TV.
  
  Give this place a shot, but fair warning during big games for Iowa, IA State, or nebraska then go very early the place fills up fast!

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  Posted on 08.20.10 Adam P.

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  If you love wings, you have to try out the Chicken Coop!  Their wings are grilled, not deep fried.  They have unique sauces that range from sweet to spicy to hot!  They are sooo good!  They also have a great selection of drinks and many TVs as they are a sports bar.

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  Posted on 05.23.10 Andrea T.

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  The food is pretty boring. Seriously, if you think reading this is boring, try eating the food at the Coop....now that's boring!!! Also the too cool for school, blond, bartender lady. Not as hot as she thinks she is.
  
  It's a good place to grab a brew and watch some games. And w/ El Aguila (sp?) and Limey's right by, you can make a whole evening of hanging out in the grocery store shopping center!

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  Posted on 01.17.10 Luc B.

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