Best Fried Chicken Places in the world
1. SongSong Chicken, Berlin
Tiny Bergmannkiez shop frying up double-fried Korean chicken in sticky soy-garlic or chili glazes. Seating is tight, so most orders leave in takeaway boxes.
Tiny Bergmannkiez shop frying up double-fried Korean chicken in sticky soy-garlic or chili glazes. Seating is tight, so most orders leave in takeaway boxes.
Tight, loud Schöneberg snack bar frying panko-crusted chicken cutlets since 1968. The busy room moves fast, turning out straightforward plates of crispy katsu, rice, and shredded cabbage smothered in rich Japanese curry.
Lively Prenzlauer Berg spot dedicated to chimaek – the Korean ritual of fried chicken and beer. Halal, double-fried wings arrive sticky with soy garlic or spicy glaze alongside pickled radish and cold drafts.
Lively three-story kitchen in central Amsterdam turns out sizzling stone bowl bibimbap and spicy fried chicken. Large bulgogi platters feed groups before mango bingsu shaved ice cools the heat.
American-style takeaway dishing up smash burgers and crispy fried chicken. A popular last stop after a night out in Belleville – the house-made fries are essential.
Tight, window-fronted dining room serving Japanese fried chicken as sandos, curries, and donburi bowls. Plates of crispy karaage and natural wine land on high tables inside or out on the small sidewalk terrace.
Burger joint built around thick, dry-aged beef patties from native-breed cattle. The rest of the menu is pure American indulgence: bone marrow gravy fries, dirty tots, and boozy milkshakes.
Intimate, family-run Filipino spot in Merton Abbey Mills. The open kitchen turns out fresh adobo fried chicken and tocino smash burgers while the owners take orders and chat across the room.
Corner cafe with hand-painted murals serving creative brunch plates like fried chicken waffles and Oreo French toast. The small room gets crowded – a queue often forms well before the doors open.
Casual Bow Wharf restaurant slinging Mexican-Korean street food on the edge of Victoria Park. The exposed-brick dining room and vine-draped patio run heavy on bulgogi beef tacos, gochujang wings, and rounds of soju.
Fast-casual counter serving Korean-style handhelds like kimchi smashburgers, panko shrimp burgers, and fried chicken. The room connects directly to Holy Ghost bar next door, where orders often end up alongside a round of drinks.
Cambodian diner and food stall serving street food classics from an open kitchen in the Ferry Building. The signature is the kuy teav phnom penh, a pork-broth noodle soup, alongside crispy, peppery Khmer fried chicken.
Fillmore kitchen serving classic soul food from treasured family recipes. The rosemary fried chicken gets top billing, but the real move is adding hot honey butter to the fresh cornbread.
Outer Sunset smash burger counter sharing a loud, narrow taproom and parklet with a local brewery. Lines form early for thin, crisp-edged beef patties and tallow fries, paired with beers from the back bar.
Playful diner serving creative riffs on Southern classics inside a room with pink and gold glitter walls. The kitchen chicken-fries just about anything – from steak to a Reuben sandwich – with Kool-Aid pickles on the side.
South LA kitchen dishing up Jamaican-soul food platters from a covered outdoor patio. The menu changes daily on a whiteboard – expect generous portions of oxtail, jerk chicken, and standout mac & cheese.
Raucous counter in Far East Plaza slinging Nashville hot chicken to a perpetual line. The energy is loud and fast, with heat levels on the signature Sando climbing from mild to reaper.
Old-school Southern seafood joint frying up American catfish, jumbo shrimp, and homemade hush puppies. Vintage signs line the dining room while big plates hit the tables with pinto beans and jalapeño tartar sauce.
No-frills downtown restaurant turning out crispy, spicy Southern fried chicken. Plates hit the table in minutes alongside classic sides, sweet pies, and drinks served in plastic souvenir cups.
White food truck parked in the Zilker Brewing Company yard slinging Thai-inspired fried chicken. Walk-up orders of spicy chicken sandwiches and seasoned tater tots pair with craft beer at nearby picnic tables or the indoor taproom.
Thai-Chinese street food spot built around Khao Man Gai – poached or fried chicken served over rich chicken-fat rice. The menu skips Pad Thai for specific dishes like boat noodles and crispy pork belly.
Chef-driven food truck serving creative subs with house-made pickles and sauces on fresh challah rolls. The pricing is intentionally simple: tax is included and tips are not accepted.
Food truck focused on one thing: made-to-order Thai fried chicken. Each plate comes with rice, salad, and a crucial choice of sauce – from spicy Kai-Zabb to creamy yellow curry – served on the side.
Fresh, hand-battered chicken and waffles arrive hot alongside slow-braised oxtails. The kitchen cooks massive portions of Southern comfort food to order in a clean, modern space.
Food court stall dishing up Korean-style chicken that's oven-roasted before being flash-fried. This two-step process yields an extra-crisp, less-oily bird, tossed in sauces like deep soy-garlic or creamy chili mayo.
High-energy dining hall with the communal vibe of a Korean street tent. Groups pack tables for spicy chicken feet, whole fried chicken, and rounds of soju well past midnight.
Nostalgic Flatiron dining room serving elevated American comfort food and an exclusively domestic wine list. Banquettes stay packed for house cheeseburgers, fried chicken, and unexpected regional pours from Texas or Virginia.
Busy Nolita takeout window slinging gluten-free Thai fried chicken and street snacks. Paper trays of crispy tenders, curry puff mozzarella sticks, and taro tapioca donuts go straight to the sidewalk or a few covered tables.
Dual-concept cocktail bar where a back room serves drinks that taste like food – think Cold Pizza or Key Lime Pie. Its casual front room is for walk-ins, pouring tap cocktails and serving a standout hot honey fried chicken sandwich.
Tight, five-table Puerto Rican restaurant in Loisaida serving massive plates of rotisserie chicken and mofongo. The cash-only dining room fills up fast, with a steady wait for a seat and generous homestyle portions.
Chinatown restaurant from childhood friends reinterpreting the Cantonese food they grew up on. The menu is built for sharing – expect modern takes like salt and pepper chicken served with scallion biscuits.
Corner diner serving Asian-influenced American classics under the rumble of the Manhattan Bridge. Expect long weekend waits for the honey butter pancakes and chicken katsu club.
Harlem take-out counter loading heavy containers with oxtail and jerk chicken 24 hours a day. Service is cash-only and standing-room only, with lines often waiting for the massive portions.
