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Cranbourne Charcoal Chicken

88/90 High St, Cranbourne VIC 3977, Australia

Recommended by 31 people

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Find Cranbourne Charcoal Chicken

88/90 High St, Cranbourne VIC 3977, Australia

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+61 3 5996 6144
HoursMonday: 10:30 AM – 8:15 PM Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 8:15 PM Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 8:15 PM Thursday: 10:30 AM – 8:15 PM Friday: 10:30 AM – 8:15 PM Saturday: 10:30 AM – 8:15 PM Sunday: 10:30 AM – 8:15 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cranbourne Charcoal Chicken

Known to regulars as the Yellow Charcoal Chicken shop, this long-running counter turns out roast bird with crisp skin, seasoned chips, and gluten-free stuffing. Coeliac diners travel across town for the dedicated separate fryers and cross-contamination safeguards, ordering takeaway staples usually off-limits—from hot chips to halal snack packs and potato bake. Service behind the register is warm and knowledgeable, guiding families and gluten-free eaters through every tray. It is weeknight dinner sorted: juicy rotisserie chicken boxed up alongside crunchy chips and scratch-made salads.

  • Coeliac-Safe Fryer: Coeliac Australia accredited with a dedicated fryer for cross-contamination-free chips and snack packs.
  • Gluten-Free Chicken & Sides: Rotisserie roast chicken stuffed with gluten-free stuffing, paired with potato bake and varied salads.
  • Warm Local Service: Family-run hospitality with patient, knowledgeable dietary guidance at the front counter.
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Why Choose Cranbourne Charcoal Chicken

Dedicated gluten-free preparation, comforting family meals, and peace of mind for coeliac diners in Cranbourne.

  • Dedicated Coeliac-Safe Fryer

    The kitchen maintains strict Coeliac Australia accredited protocols and uses a dedicated fryer so chips and hot items are fried free from cross-contamination.

    Side note: They have dedicated gf fryer and are coeliac australia accredited

    Jessica

  • Gluten-Free Stuffing & Traditional Sides

    Classic takeaway chicken is prepared with gluten-free stuffing alongside safe sides like potato bake, salads, and halal snack packs.

    It turns out they provide gluten-free stuffing in their roast chicken they can provide gluten-free Greek salad,rice salad, potato bake

    Jacqueline Dellar

  • Joy in Safe Takeaway Comfort Food

    Diners with coeliac disease and strict dietary restrictions experience genuine excitement and peace of mind being able to safely enjoy nostalgic takeaway.

    I haven’t had charcoal chicken in over 5 years since being diagnosed and am so incredibly happy to find somewhere that is delicious and safe!

    Sam

  • Reassurance for Restricted Diets

    Customers with strict allergy requirements feel completely at ease knowing the staff genuinely prioritize their health and safety.

    Not only were the staff super helpful with all my dietary requirements, but I was made to feel so comfortable about them all.

    Sara Hill

  • Reliable Weeknight Family Dinners

    Generous, ready-to-eat whole roasts, chips, and sides provide immediate relief for busy parents needing quick dinner after long days.

    And I was so relieved to get a meal that they both ate and cleaned their plates. We got the whole roast, family sized chips and a couple of salads.

    Tarryn Kelsi

  • Convenient Takeaway in a Pinch

    When cooking at home is unfeasible due to power cuts or moving days, hot takeaway meals provide a quick, dependable solution.

    No power at home called for a take away dinner and I cannot believe I didn’t know about this little gem in Cranbourne until now!!

    Katie Rickerby

Signature chicken shop classics prepared safely

  • Gluten Free Charcoal Chicken

    Plus charcoal chicken is gluten free. Honestly, the GF stuffing is better than most other regular stuffing I've ever had.

    Hannah Baars

  • Gluten Free Chips

    The chips were freshly made to order so they were hot, crunchy, fluffy inside and all the good things.

    Kati Keksi

  • Gluten Free HSP

    Finally! A coeliac safe, gluten free, HSP!

    Jessica

  • Chicken and Avocado Salad

    MAKE SURE TO ORDER THE CHICKEN AND AVOCADO SALAD - IT’S THE BEST!!!!

    Georgina Kata

Other favorites

Coeliac-safe sides, salads, and sweet treats

  • Potato Bake

    says the potato bake is the best she ever had

    J C

  • Egg Salad

    Our other favorite food here is the egg salad

    danielle Macdonald

  • Greek Salad

    they can provide gluten-free Greek salad

    Jacqueline Dellar

  • Chocolate Mousse

    I also tried their chocolate mousse (also gluten free) which was really tasty.

    Kati Keksi

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and dietary vigilance that elevate a classic local chicken shop.

  • Proactive Coeliac Safety Consultations

    The team proactively explains their dedicated fryer setup and Coeliac Australia accredited protocols before customers even need to inquire.

  • Direct-to-Box Fryer Handling

    Gluten-free chips are fried in a dedicated separate fryer and transferred straight into boxes to ensure cross-contamination is prevented.

  • Gluten-Free Stuffing & Dessert Inclusions

    Traditional chicken stuffing, rich chocolate mousse, and sides like potato bake are prepared gluten-free so coeliac diners don't miss classic comforts.

  • Engaging Family-First Counter Welcome

    The long-standing owner engages directly with tired parents and overstimulated children, ensuring rapid counter service and warm reassurance.

Before you head over

Practical ordering advice for gluten-free and coeliac diners

  • Request Gluten-Free Chips Specifically

    If you require strict coeliac-safe food, explicitly specify gluten-free chips at the counter so they are prepared to order in the dedicated separate fryer.

  • Confirm Gluten-Free Sides and Stuffing

    Ask counter staff to walk you through safe options, as items like the roast chicken stuffing, potato bake, and select salads are prepared gluten-free.

  • Check Condiments and Gravy Suitability

    Check with the team before ordering gravies or sauces, as not all condiments are gluten-free despite the extensive certified hot menu.

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