Best Fried Chicken in Manhattan
Based on 0 critic and audience reviews analyzed across Manhattan
From Southern institutions to Korean double-fry masters, Manhattan does fried chicken every way.
Rowdy Rooster
“The East Village Indian-spiced fried chicken sensation, where the juicy, buttermilk-brined bird gets a fiery coating of Kashmiri chili and cumin — a flavor bomb that redefined the NYC fried chicken scene.”
Three Roosters
“A Hell's Kitchen fried chicken specialist delivering triple-fried birds with a shatteringly crispy crust and juicy interior, served with inventive sides.”
Chick Chick
“An Upper West Side fried chicken counter serving impossibly crunchy, Korean-inspired chicken with creative glazes and sauces that keep the Amsterdam Avenue lines moving.”
Bonchon 32nd st
“The Korean fried chicken chain whose double-fried wings and drumsticks come in soy garlic and spicy flavors — the crunch is legendary, the seasoning is addictive.”
Charles Pan Fried Chicken
“A Harlem institution where the pan-fried chicken is cooked to order with a seasoned, golden crust — each piece takes 20 minutes, and the wait is absolutely worth it.”
Bobwhite Counter
“An Alphabet City counter serving Southern-style fried chicken with a peppery, well-seasoned crust and sides like mac and cheese and biscuits that complete the comfort food experience.”
Izakaya
“An East Village Japanese izakaya whose karaage fried chicken is a standout — light, crispy, and marinated in ginger and soy, served with a tangy ponzu dipping sauce.”
Chikarashi
“A Canal Street Japanese-inspired spot whose fried chicken karaage features a delicate, potato-starch coating with juicy, well-marinated meat — a crispy, umami-rich bite.”
Melba's
“A Harlem institution serving soulful comfort food, where the fried chicken has a well-seasoned, golden crust and tender meat that channels generations of Southern cooking tradition.”
Frangos Peri Peri
“An Alphabet City peri-peri grill serving Portuguese-African–spiced fried chicken with a gradual heat that builds and a satisfyingly crunchy coating.”
The Dutch
“A SoHo brasserie from Andrew Carmellini whose fried chicken is a refined take — buttermilk-brined, golden-fried, and served with honey and hot sauce.”
Melt Shop
“A Midtown comfort food chain whose fried chicken tenders are crispy and well-seasoned, making a satisfying quick lunch among the office towers.”
Virgil's Real BBQ - NYC
“A Times Square BBQ institution whose fried chicken has a peppery, well-seasoned crust with juicy, smoky meat — a solid pick from the barbecue-heavy menu.”
Bessou
“A Japanese home-cooking restaurant whose karaage fried chicken is delicately coated and deeply flavored with a ginger-soy marinade — a comforting izakaya-style bite.”
Blue Ribbon Fried Chicken
“The East Village outpost of the Blue Ribbon family, where the fried chicken features a golden, crunchy crust served with collard greens and honey for dipping.”
