Why Locals Love KFC
Located at 840 Highland Ave in National City, CA, KFC offers a quintessential fast-food chicken experience that’s beloved nationwide. Specializing in crispy, flavorful fried chicken, this KFC branch brings its signature Southern-inspired cuisine to the local community with a menu full of crave-worthy options that excite the senses.
The star of the show here is undoubtedly the Nashville Hot Chicken selection, which adds a fiery kick to KFC’s famously handbreaded chicken. Whether you’re savoring the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich—featuring an extra crispy filet smothered in bold Nashville Hot sauce, crunchy pickles, and creamy Colonel’s mayo on a perfectly toasted bun—or indulging in the Nashville Hot 3 Pc. Chicken Big Box with two sides, a biscuit, and a drink, every bite delivers a satisfying crunch balanced by just the right amount of heat. For nugget lovers, the 8 or 12 Pc. Nuggets Combos come with buttery biscuits and dipping sauces, ideal for sharing or a hearty solo meal.
Dining here is more than just grabbing a quick bite; it’s about comfort and consistent quality. Customers have noted the friendly, attentive service and the restaurant’s clean, welcoming atmosphere. One guest highlighted how helpful the staff was in navigating wing flavors like mango habanero and garlic honey, creating a personalized and memorable dining experience. Although some mention minor temperature discomforts inside the restaurant, these small issues do not overshadow the warm hospitality and satisfying meals that keep patrons coming back.
When you walk into this KFC, you can almost taste the crunch of the golden, handbreaded chicken—each piece juicy on the inside with a perfectly seasoned crust. The sides complement the main dishes flawlessly, whether you opt for the classic buttery biscuit or a freshly made side. This location also features appealing value deals such as the 2 for $6 combo, making it an easy choice for those craving delicious comfort food without a hefty price tag.
Whether you’re stopping by for a quick lunch, feeding the family, or grabbing a meal before a day at the beach, KFC on Highland Ave offers both familiarity and flavor with the trustworthy quality that has defined the brand for decades. For fans of spicy, crispy chicken paired with friendly service and dependable food quality, this KFC location is a flavorful stop worth visiting again and again.
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What Makes This Place Friendly
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi
- Casual
- Quiet
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
- Accepts reservations
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Parking
Real Reviews from the Community
- Mar 18, 2026
2 for 6 deal is good..3 chicken strips and a famous bowl
- Mar 18, 2026
I like the service and the restaurant was clean and the cashier was friendly and helpful and answered all my questions about the boneless wings favors and helped me pick a winner mango habanero and garlic honey . They were so good. I am coming back again.
- Mar 8, 2026
My experience here at this KFC was quite pleasant, the food was good, the place was clean, the service was very decent. I recommend it, especially now since they have the two items for $6 deal. Only thing, it was a bit chilly in there, when I asked the young lady at the front if she could lower the thermostat, she said they had no control over the temperature. The table was as cold as ice. Well if you don't mind the cold, and you are in the mood for some classic Kentucky fried Chicken, head on down there, you will definitely be satisfied. :)
- Feb 18, 2026
Ordered by thru and cashier was very attentive and courteous. The order was correct and fast. Asked for extra items and she gave it to without any hesitation. Will be back here soon. I jumped too quickly on giving this review. On this day we were going to the beach, so we ate our food a couple of hours later. Anyways when we opened up our boxes, I got the wrong side dish, and my chicken was pink, it was not fully cooked. And the biscuit in both boxes were not fully cooked. My little nephew even got sick from the stomach from the stomach and that was the last meal he had ate that day. I definitely will NOT be going back to this KFC!
- Dec 29, 2025
Had the $5 classic bowl, was pretty good & filling but bowl not as filled to the rim+ like the promo ad pictures. Waited for fresh tenders for my bowl.
- Nov 28, 2025
I had a mobile order, when I approached the girl inside at the cash register, she was very quick to help me and it wasn't but a few minutes my order was ready. The dining area was comfortable and clean. KFC it always tasty however the chicken I got today was a little bit hard and the skin was really tough and overly crunchy for original recipe.. >> It tasted like it may have been prepared earlier in the day.
- Nov 27, 2025
Very nice people. De cleaner Guy was soo nice. Food and service was amazing
- Nov 25, 2025
Actually just got off work….took a coworker home and while heading home thought I’d stop by KFC and purchase some wings. (Okay let’s keep it real I’ve been craving some wings since yesterday ) My view of the establishment was that it was very clean and the staff very welcoming.
