We stopped in here for the first time-I had a few questions about the menu-and Taylor cheerfully…read moreanswered them all! You can select the level of "heat" and I had a struggle to decide, but Taylor walked me thru! The interior here is energetic and makes it fun to eat here! We really loved the food! I got medium heat and it was perfect!

Pretty fast service; they were slammed. First time trying the viral mozz sticks, and WOW. Stole the…read moreshow for sure and that's saying something because their extra hot tenders are my kryptonite. I'll visit this location again when I'm in Charlottesville.

Please Ignore The Following Reviews:…read more 1. People who have not tried the food. The chicken is not dried out, it is crispy, savory, and delicious. The sides are all excellent. If you arrived late or near closing time, I suggest you come around lunch time. Leaving a negative review because you couldn't or wouldn't eat here is problematic to places that work hard to put out a quality product. 2. People who don't enjoy chicken. Yes, people have told me they don't like Brown's because they don't eat meat. Great. 3. People disgusted with its location. Yes, it's in a gas station. That is part of this location's appeal; it's a genuine hole in the wall. The food tastes great and they wouldn't be allowed to operate if they were dirty, which, in my opinion, they aren't. 4. People irritated at how a manager is speaking to a customer. I get it, this can irritate me, too. But 1 star? Get out of town. I've been going here for years, and the old and new management has been nothing but kind to the people I've seen order. This, along with Wayside Chicken and Mel's Cafe, is some of the absolute best fried chicken in Charlottesville. Best of all, it's affordable! Please support this place, spread the word, and learn what the hype it all about.

Somebody reach out to Michael Stern. His Roadfood review is sorely out of date. The business is…read morestill there, but it's no longer owned by the Brown family. Some other family runs it. The chicken is edible, but not memorable. The pieces are pretty small as well. Not worth a detour.

Wish I Could Give More Than 5 Stars About a month ago, I…read morestopped in after picking up my mom from the train and ended up ordering wing dings and catfish -- and. Hands down, the best I've ever had. Everything was fresh, seasoned perfectly, and had that homemade touch that you just don't get everywhere. I told the owner right then and there I'd leave a review because the service was just as good as the food. We ended up talking for close to an hour -- he was genuinely kind, super humble, and clearly cares about both the food he makes and the people who walk through his door. It felt less like a restaurant visit and more like catching up with an old friend. If you're ever in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by. This place is the real deal -- good people, great food, and an experience worth sharing.

Dillishus fried chicken! Juicy, thoroughly cooked with a tasty and crunchy skin. Very nice people…read more I didn't try any of the sides, but I will next time.

This is great BBQ, great vibes, and amazing biscuits! The servers were personable and talked to…read moreeveryone and gave great recommendations for our first visit. The pulled pork was so juicy and the sauces were varied and tangy. The biscuit was perfect and i wanted another before we had even finished. The fried green tomatoes were a little tough, if that makes sense and I wish the brisket was a little juicer, but it was amazing and I would definitely come back!

Every thing at Ace Biscuits and Barbecue is house made, right down to the pickles. Oh my the…read morepickles are wonderful. Staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. The interior has an industrial atmosphere with exposed ductwork and concrete floors.

Some of the best rotisserie chicken I ever had. Very well seasoned. Super high-quality chicken. I…read moreabsolutely love the food. The potato au gratin and the salad were excellent as well. Definitely want to come back and try the final. I think the half chicken is the perfect portion for any person especially if you're hungry. The service was great as well!

A newish addition to the amazing restaurant scene in Charlottesville. We were able to snag a last…read moreminute reservation and luckily there were enough birds for us to order one! They make a mean chicken, it's perfectly cooked - so tender and delicious. The sides are just as amazing and they have great bartenders who make must-try cocktails. Cannot wait to come back!

Wayside chicken has it. And I don't know what it is, but it's got it. I usually go for their big…read moreeater-1 breast, 2 thighs, 1 leg and 1 wing. With that comes rolls which are equally high quality and fresh, not obviously reheated from a fridge like your fast food chicken establishments. I wish I could speak more about the sides, but the mashed potatoes are so on point I've never had anything else. Location is a bit tight for parking-mind your timing when you go. It's near the university and I've been stuck in traffic when they block off the roads for football games. Also note hours-they're closed Sunday and Monday and aren't open late. But no hyperbole-best fried chicken in Charlottesville

The chicken was bland, very little seasoning. The macaroni and cheese tasted like Wawa macaroni and…read morecheese. The banana pudding was a little runny. The employees were very friendly, though. The parking lot can get very crowded.

A friend and I shared 3 dishes and drank some ranch waters for lunch on a summer Tuesday…read more -Puerco Y Jalapenos (Jalapeños stuffed with chorizo cream cheese wrapped in bacon and served with a cilantro lime cream sauce) were probably the best of the 3. -My companion liked the Esquite Bombs (Putting a twist on traditional esquite, corn, potato, chihuahua cheese, cotija cheese, cilantro, guajillo cream, and takis crumbles. Rolled and deep-fried into savory balls of heaven) next best, while I found it to be a little dry and Taki-crumbles overtook the taste. Still good! -The Meji Glizzy (12″ Beef hotdog wrapped in jalapeno and bacon on a bun with mayo, slaw, cheese, onion, cilantro, guajillo sauce, avocado, caramelized onion, and potato straws) was a delicious take on a hot dog, if a little messy. -The Ranch Waters were light and refreshing, as they should be. I'm SURE I'll be returning soon and exploring more of their menu!

Came to Mejicali for dinner with my best friend who was visiting me. Was so pleasantly surprised at…read morethe delicious menu and kind staff. I got the birria and carne asada tacos - both so flavorful I had to order more than one of each! On top of that, our server had such a friendly energy that made the experience very enjoyable. The ambiance is a vibe! Colorful and plenty of space for large groups or an event. Highly recommend checking Mejicali out!

This has got to be the worst Popeyes in the whole state. Gone here a multitude of times this past…read moreyear or two. The drive thru is hard to drive through. It's very hard to hear through the speaker, dire need to be replaced. If I order 5 spicy tenders I can get any of the following: 3 spicy tenders/10 normal tenders/charged for 2 orders of tenders/the wrong drink/the list goes on. The location couldn't be worse as its hard to get in and out of and even ordering doordash is hard for the drivers on their end. Utter failure on this popeyes.

The audio for ordering was so poor that, combined with a heavy accent, I could not understand a…read moreword he was saying. When I got to the pickup window, it was the same, the man at the window had such a thick accent, I still could not understand him. When I asked several times what he said, he repeated himself to the point that he was almost hostile. Altogether a very negative experience.

Mother's Day menu for Brunch , the atmosphere and vibe is perfect... Service is on point , this…read morefelt like family. Not Many real soul food spots here and this is recommended, bring your stretch pants so you can expand your taste buds

The food and service was absolutely amazing. There was a great selection. Everything was home made…read more The fried chicken was cooked and seasoned to perfection. The greens were perfectly seasoned. My husband loved the green beans and ribs. The portions were generous. Oh, and the German chocolate cake was fabulous!

This is just a review for the chicken tenders. Such a sweet mom and pop shop! My fiancé and I were…read morecelebrating our anniversary at a vineyard and accidentally skipped lunch. I didn't realize how hungry I was until I found myself in this area. My body was screaming for protein and I thought chicken tenders would hit the spot. I'm really happy I found Deen's Bistro. I came around 4pm so was the only customer there at the time. It was nice to see that it was a halal spot. I was immediately welcomed and was able to place my order quickly with the cashier. It took about a little over 10 minutes for my chicken tenders to come out. It was nice to learn that they were fresh and made from scratch. There was seating inside, but I opted for take out. I had to wait a bit to eat since they were freshly made and hot. The spices were pretty nice on the tenders. Overall, I'd give the tenders a 3.5, could be because I went during an off hour. They also gave me a huge generous serving of some sauce. Glad I could grab some protein.

Small hole in the wall place, I got the combo with rice and it was delicious and came with a ton of…read morefood! This was a great quick dinner after the gym and was even better than I thought!