Best Chicken Sandwich in Manhattan

Based on 0 critic and audience reviews analyzed across Manhattan

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#1
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Rowdy Rooster

149 1st Ave, New York, NY, 10003
SAVOR'S SUMMARY

An East Village fried chicken shop from the Unapologetic Foods team, where the chicken sandwich features a buttermilk-brined, Indian-spiced fried thigh with tangy slaw and hot sauce on a pillowy bun.

2026 SAVOR SCORE
92%
282 reviews analyzed
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Birdbox

245 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036
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A Times Square-area chicken sandwich specialist where the bird is brined, buttermilk-battered, and fried to a shatteringly crisp golden crust.View more →

2026 SAVOR SCORE
91%
487 reviews analyzed
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#3
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La Bonbonniere

28 8th Ave, New York, NY, 10014
SAVOR'S SUMMARY

A tiny West Village diner serving one of the city's most underrated chicken sandwiches — a crispy, well-seasoned cutlet on a simple roll that has quietly earned a cult following among Village regulars.

2026 SAVOR SCORE
89%
459 reviews analyzed
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Hearth

403 East 12th St, New York, NY, 10009
SAVOR'S SUMMARY

An East Village New American restaurant whose fried chicken sandwich is an off-menu legend — juicy, perfectly breaded, and served on a buttered bun with pickles and a tangy sauce.

2026 SAVOR SCORE
89%
866 reviews analyzed
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#5
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886

26 Saint Marks Pl, New York, NY, 10003
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2026 SAVOR SCORE
87%
780 reviews analyzed
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Sweet Chick

178 Ludlow St, New York, NY, 10002
SAVOR'S SUMMARY

A Lower East Side brunch and comfort food spot whose fried chicken sandwich features a thick, crunchy cutlet with honey butter and pickles on a toasted brioche bun.

2026 SAVOR SCORE
87%
2023 reviews analyzed
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Chick Chick

618 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY, 10024
SAVOR'S SUMMARY

An Upper West Side fried chicken counter turning out an addictive sandwich with a juicy, well-seasoned breast, creamy slaw, and pickles on a soft bun that keeps the neighborhood hooked.

2026 SAVOR SCORE
85%
200 reviews analyzed
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Yellow Rose

102 3rd Ave, New York, NY, 10003
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An East Village Texan-inspired spot whose fried chicken sandwich delivers a satisfying crunch with a well-seasoned cutlet, tangy pickles, and a smear of spicy mayo on a butter-toasted bun.

2026 SAVOR SCORE
85%
225 reviews analyzed
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The Commodore

14 Loisaida Ave, New York, NY, 10009
SAVOR'S SUMMARY

An East Village bar and restaurant with a Southern edge, serving a crunchy fried chicken sandwich with hot honey, pickles, and slaw that has become a late-night neighborhood staple.

2026 SAVOR SCORE
84%
21 reviews analyzed
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Tiki Chick

517 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY, 10024
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An Upper West Side tropical-themed bar whose crispy chicken sandwich pairs a well-fried cutlet with spicy mayo and crunchy slaw, making it a fun, flavor-forward neighborhood bite.

2026 SAVOR SCORE
83%
401 reviews analyzed
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#11
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Jacob's Pickles

680 Columbus Ave, New York, NY, 10025
SAVOR'S SUMMARY

An Upper West Side comfort food destination whose fried chicken sandwich is a towering, Southern-inspired affair with a thick, crunchy breast, pickles, and creamy sauce on a buttered bun.

2026 SAVOR SCORE
81%
5945 reviews analyzed
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Mama's Too

323 Bleecker St, New York, NY, 10014
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A Bleecker Street pizza shop that also serves a killer chicken parm sandwich — the cutlet is crispy, the marinara is bright, and the melted mozzarella ties it all together on fresh bread.

2026 SAVOR SCORE
81%
488 reviews analyzed
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Full Rankings at a Glance

#RestaurantNeighborhoodPriceScoreKnown For
1Rowdy RoosterEast Village$$92%An East Village fried chicken shop from the Unapologetic Foods team, where th...
2BirdboxNew York91%A Times Square-area chicken sandwich specialist where the bird is brined, but...
3La BonbonniereNew York$$89%A tiny West Village diner serving one of the city's most underrated chicken s...
4HearthNew York$$$89%An East Village New American restaurant whose fried chicken sandwich is an of...
5886New York$$87%A St.
6Sweet ChickNew York$$87%A Lower East Side brunch and comfort food spot whose fried chicken sandwich f...
7Chick ChickNew York$$85%An Upper West Side fried chicken counter turning out an addictive sandwich wi...
8Yellow RoseNew York85%An East Village Texan-inspired spot whose fried chicken sandwich delivers a s...
9The CommodoreNew York84%An East Village bar and restaurant with a Southern edge, serving a crunchy fr...
10Tiki ChickNew York$$83%An Upper West Side tropical-themed bar whose crispy chicken sandwich pairs a ...
11Jacob's PicklesNew York$$81%An Upper West Side comfort food destination whose fried chicken sandwich is a...
12Mama's TooNew York$$81%A Bleecker Street pizza shop that also serves a killer chicken parm sandwich ...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best chicken sandwich in Manhattan?+
According to Savor's aggregated critic and diner reviews, Rowdy Rooster ranks #1 for best chicken sandwich in Manhattan with a Savor Score of 92%.
How does Savor rank chicken sandwich?+
Savor aggregates reviews from professional food critics, major publications, and audience platforms to calculate a Savor Score (0–100%) for each restaurant's chicken sandwich. The score weights critic mentions, sentiment analysis, and diner ratings to produce a single, comparable ranking.
How many chicken sandwich spots are ranked in Manhattan?+
Savor currently ranks 12 chicken sandwich spots in Manhattan. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are published.

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