Chickaros is a casual, American-style restaurant on Holdenhurst Road, part of a small UK-wide chain that's been expanding into towns and cities including Birmingham, Glasgow, Cardiff and Bournemouth. The Bournemouth branch sits at 58-60 Holdenhurst Road, BH8 8AQ, a short way inland from the seafront and the town centre.
The food
The menu is built around handmade burgers and southern fried chicken, with the kitchen's own take on "Parmesan" dishes, breaded, sauced and cheese-topped chicken plates, as a signature. Beyond that there are grilled options, steaks, wraps and a seafood section that includes battered cod and crispy battered prawns, plus starters like nachos and bao buns. To finish, there are desserts such as cookie dough and croffles, alongside milkshakes and mocktails. A veggie burger and a meat-free Parmesan cover vegetarian diners, though there's no listed vegan or halal certification, so it's worth checking with staff if you have specific dietary needs.
Good to know
Chickaros offers dine-in tables as well as takeaway, and it's set up for delivery through Uber Eats for anyone who'd rather eat in. The Bournemouth branch's own website lists opening hours as 1pm to 11pm Sunday to Thursday and on Saturday, and 3pm to 11pm on Fridays, though as with any independent branch of a small chain, it's worth double-checking current hours and the live menu before heading over.
It's a straightforward, good-value option for burgers and fried chicken away from the seafront crowds. Pair a visit with the rest of our food & drink guide, or plan it around a day exploring Bournemouth in our things to do guide.