Overall, my experience was alright. Nothing screamed out "Oh I have to go again!" or "let me tell someone about this!". The piece of chicken on my sandwich was a rather peculiar piece in terms of its shape. It did not provide an enjoyable eating experience. When I took my first bite, after figuring out which would be an easy bite, a piece of chicken fell out which made me realize it was two separate pieces of chicken inbetween two buns. It got rather messy after having to pick up the fallen pieces. Other than that, it was flavorful but wasn't the best I've had. I prefer Dave's Hot Chicken over this. My fries were pretty salty. If given the option, I would have requested lightly salted or no salt at all. Space was small but understandable as it seemed to be a carry-out spot. Customer service wasn't quite all that. The girl took our order and that was it. Not much of a greeting nor farewell/thanks for coming. We didn't receive a follow-up during our meal to see if we may needed anything. I would have benefited from extra napkins. My friend enjoyed his meal. He stated it was a good meal but he wouldn't go out of his way to get this. He would have preferred to uber-eats it if he lived here. What made me want to go was the name. My last name is the same as the restaurant name so I figured give it a go! Also saw positive reviews on TikTok. read more

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Is the Szechuan Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich the best hot chicken sandwich in the city? I haven't tried ALL the hot chicken sandwiches in the city but this one has got to be near the top on anyone's list. Toasted bun, very nicely constructed, very tender perfectly cooked chicken. We had it spice level HOT the last time we were here and it was just spicy enough to get the lips warm but not enough to overwhelm. The Szechuan taste is a brilliant partner for this southern classic. You can eat in at the counter, or in the summer the patio is a nice place to enjoy your sandwich in peace and soak in the busy Queen West energy just up the street. Love this place, the staff give off a good vibe. read more

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This place is small, but has so much character. I love the art that they have as well as their lighting and they have to have the coolest bathrooms. I've seen in a long time for a quick serve. I can't believe I'm starting this review off talking about the bathroom. On what you really came for, the food is magic! We tried the Szechuan spicy chicken sandwich and the Nashville hot chicken sandwich with the waffle fries and I'm still thinking about it days later. The crunch is so perfect in both of them. The flavour is nice and I like that you have a range of spiciness depending on what your tolerances. We did medium and that was perfect for me. Even the waffle fries are perfect crisp on the outside soft on the inside. Really looking forward to coming back here again. read more

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Chen Chen's hits that spot for fried chicken sandwiches. I did takeout since I went after work and wanted to enjoy in the comfort of my home. One concern was that the restaurant is about 30-40 minutes drive away from home so I wasn't sure if the sandwich would still be crispy by the time I got to eat it. I can confirm that this sandwich stays crispy even with that drive! I was amazed and the flavours all hit that spot. The chicken was also super moist and juicy. I can't handle a ton of spice so I got the mild level and it was the perfect balance of spicy but flavourful. I also ordered a side of waffle fries and they were deliciously seasoned with their house spice. Hint of spice, tons of flavour. The staff is super friendly and patiently answered all my questions. I had no issues ordering and deciding what flavour and spice level works for me. I also noticed the time the staff at the desk took to explain the different flavours to another customer. Super friendly and helpful. The space is limited here for seating so don't expect to have a huge group eat inside. However it looks like they have some outdoor seating ready to be setup for warmer weather. It's a casual place to grab a quick bite and drink. Overall had a great experience at Chen Chens and can't wait to head back for another great meal. read more

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Saw it being featured on social media, litterally places an order for pick up. I was easily able to place the order online. I got the Szechuan X Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich for $14.50 for the sandwich alone. It was tasty, spicy and tangy at the same time. I just wished there was more coleslaw to balance the meat, bread. The chicken was crispy. It was fairly greasy. Inside the place, there is limited seating, it was packed so on a busy night, expect to find a seat. read more

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I've heard about this place on instagram and I tried a similar place called Chicas chicken, so I had to make a comparison. I got the Nashville hot chicken medium and the Szechuan Nashville hot chicken. Both of them were so good but the Szechuan one was my favourite, I think they put Szechuan peppercorn or something. But this place is like once a year type of place because it's very rich and fattening. The chicken was crispy but moist inside, and their sauce was awesome, service was excellent waited less than 10 minutes for the sandwich. The ambiance it was quite a small place like get in and get out they do have some seating where you could eat your sandwich. The sczechuan was my favourite because it had that perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and the chicken was so juicy and flavourful. There another place like Chens in new York which I also want to try but glad there's this place in Toronto. I like the Asian twist to fried chicken it's unique and this place is full of flavor great job read more

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Wow! Loved this Yelp experience! I've always walked by Chen Chen's without knowing it was there, so I'm glad I was introduced to this location. I ended up getting the Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich (spice level hot) with a side of waffle fries. The order took approximately 10 minutes. When it arrived, it was very warm and fresh, and the spicy waffle fries were nothing short of amazing. I'm not usually a fan of waffle fries but these were the best I've ever had. The chicken sandwich was a perfect balance between spicy and savory. The coleslaw within the burger made it a refreshing experience. The interior is quite small but cozy. There's some spacing to sit, but I was pleasantly surprised but the constant traffic into the shop, most of which was Uber orders. Once again, this was probably the best Nashville hot chicken sandwich I've ever had, and I've had a few during my time! read more

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When we randomly have that rare deep fried, crispy chicken burger craving, we always think of two locations (depending where we are), Yonge Burger (North York) and Chen Chen's (downtown). Downside is that it is very small and no dine -in for small groups. And with fried chicken, it's best when fresh and hot. But regardless these babies stay warm and crispy for quite some time and it is fried to perfection. Service is quick and friendly and I highly recommend if you're in the south-west end of downtown. read more

Delicious! I'm not usually a fan of burgers but this was beyond what I expected. The buns were soft and moist, the chicken itself was thicc, juicy and flavourful! The slaw tied the burger together by providing a refreshing crunch. The spice level was perfect although I might go with the spiciest level the next time. The waffle fries were crunchy, and perfectly salted - not to mention pleasing to the eyes. The sweet chili cauliflower bites were delicious - big fresh cuts of cauliflowers and perfectly seasoned! I personally didn't enjoy the mc and cheese - I thought it was a bit dry. Good thing I didn't order that read more

Chen Chens - Sweet chilli cauliflower bites + Mac & cheese with chicken bites + waffle fries and Szechuan chicken burger - Chicken Shop Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Our current favourite for spicy chicken sandwiches in the GTA! Hubby got the Szechuan Nashville Hot Sandwich which was so juicy and definitely had a kick, while I got the Mac and Cheese with Hot Chicken bites which also had a kick but definitely less than the Szechuan. The vibes and service were also great, but seating is limited as it's a small space. read more

This unassuming little restaurant actually has one of the best Nashville hot chicken sandwiches I've ever had. We got the medium level spicy and it was a nice amount of heat. Staff is friendly, and there's plenty of seating inside and in the outdoor patio. read more

Chen Chens - Nashville hot chicken sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Chen Chen's was the first stop on our three-stop fried chicken sandwich tour (PG Cluck's, Chen Chen's, and Tokyo Hot Fried Chicken), and it set the bar HIGH. We ordered the Szechuan and Classic Nashville Hot Chicken sandwiches and were split 50/50 on which was better. The chicken was crispy yet tender with just the right amount of heat, and the bun was perfectly toasted. Easily one of the top hot chicken sandwich spots in the city. The only downside is that the space is pretty small, so seating was a bit tight--but the staff was very helpful and even brought out some extra chairs, which we really appreciated. I'd definitely come back for round two! read more

I love that they have a Szechuan spicy chicken sandwich. It's so unique! I tried it and it was super juicy with the numbing spice that lingers after you have chewed and swallowed. It had just enough sauce flavor. Chen Chen's front is pretty small. I imagine people order to go in the neighborhood. There's a supermarket nearby if you're looking for any soda other than the drinks they have offered. read more

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I was hoping to really love this place as I traveled over an hour to get here. However, Nashville hot sandwich was not flavorful. Even when I tried to eat the tender without the bread/bun, it still lacked flavor. The staff said that they get their halal meat from two different butchers who get their meat from Sergeant Farms which provides halal meat. I won't be returning. read more

Chen Chens - Small Nashville hot Burger and a handful of fries for $19? No thank you. - Chicken Shop Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I stopped in and picked up some lunch today at Chen Chen's Hot Nashville Chicken (it's in my 'hood). I got a Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich with "Southern" heat (a tiny kick heat) and no slaw. What a sandwich! The chicken was tender with just the right amount of coating and heat. Yum! I also got a large mac 'n cheese so I can have leftovers. Chen Chen's recently made it into the top spot in Yelp's Canada's Top 100 Places to Eat in 2024 and I can see why. read more

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I ordered the 3piece tenders (medium) with a side of creamy potato salad and had no regrets! The medium spice level (next is hot and then holy shit ) had a good kick to it, what I think most people would enjoy. You get to taste some heat, but also the chicken...I like spice, but not to the extent that you can't taste anything else. It takes about 10-12 minutes for the order to be ready as they cook it fresh. It comes to the table hot, juicy and crispy. It's definitely a flavour bomb. It comes with white bread, pickles (omg some of the best sweet pickles I've had) and an aioli sauce to dip your (tenders) heart away! Luckily it wasn't busy so we ordered and sat outside on this beautiful day! My friends also ordered the spicy fries and they were nice and crispy! The service was friendly, and I think the prices are fair, definitely a good option on Queen W. read more

Chen Chens - Tenders, with potato salad - Chicken Shop Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Love their burgers- tender and juicy. Personally I like the Nashville burger more because it tastes spicy and savoury. I do have expectations on their Szechuan burger as I'm a fan of Szechuan food but turns out I was a little bit disappointed because I didn't expect it to be sweet. As a person growing up eating Chinese/Szechuan food, I can tell you this is not Szechuan style but rather close to the sweet and sour meat- a Guangdong dish (咕嚕肉). I wouldn't say the burger was bad or anything, but I just personally don't like sweet and sour chicken with burger. (Chen Chen don't take it personal, I still think your Nashville burgers are the best in town I would definitely go again, but I would only order the Nashville burger read more

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I love this place, its a unique twist on the hot chicken sandwich especially if you try the Szechuan style. They also make a very traditionally hot chicken sandwich. Juicy and crispy. The sides are also very delicious. When the season is good, one can dine out on the patio and people watch. Staff is very nice, and it's pretty delicious. I have tried a bunch of fried chicken sandwiches in the city. This goes on my top 5 list read more

This is must go place !! Nashville hot chicken infused with Szechuan - Asian flavours with good kick of heat The flavours would just make your mouth water flavours that are balanced so well .....& the heat... the heat ... woohooo !!!we've just hit a HOT chicken jackpot American & Asian flavours that just hit different, MUST try @chenchenshotchicken Check out for more places https://www.instagram.com/tneats_ read more

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The burgers at this shop are the best burgers I've ever had in Toronto, without a doubt. The portion of the bun is substantial, and the meat is juicy and full of flavor. I highly recommend everyone to give it a try. 呢間舖頭嘅burger係我喺多倫多食過最好食嘅burger，沒有之一。個包份量好大，而且啲肉充滿肉汁。高度推薦大家嚟試吓 read more

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I ordered takeout from here several times for my brother and I. Without a doubt, this place is a must try if you are in the city. The chicken stays crispy even after a one hour commute home! The chicken is Halal too! Food: I mainly go for the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich - heat level medium (a good kick of heat). I tried mild before, but medium makes it a notch tastier. Every sandwich comes with a large piece of fried chicken thigh sandwiched between brioche buns. Each bite is accompanied by crunchy pickles and Southern slaw that balances out the fried-ness of the chicken. After enjoying my sandwich, my stomach felt full in a good way and did not feel heavy. I thought the mac and cheese was alright, it did not stand out to me. Service: The staff here are always friendly. They do offer walk-in specials on specific times/days, but the wait time could be long depending on the time. This shop gets real busy so I recommend ordering at least 30 minutes in advance on their website. Pricing: The incredible taste makes the price worth it every time. read more

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They get 3.5 stars. Got a Dirty South (loaded fries) & added chicken. It was a generous portion (of chicken too) with tasty sauces & real bacon bits. Sadly the fries had very little crispness; this really hurt the dish. The chicken was good: crispy, flavourful & juicy. Medium was a good spice level - some kick but not too much as to overwhelm the flavours. read more

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Fire. Straight fire. I ordered delivery through Uber eats and actually couldn't decide between this or Dave's hot. Soooo glad I chose this, cuz wow. Even with delivery, the chicken came criiiisp. As if I was eating it straight out the shop, without burning my mouth lol. I ordered a mild and it was the perfect amount of heat for me. Not saying it was spicy but I like spice where it's not to the point where it's unenjoyable or you can't taste flavour. So mild was perfect. I could still taste the chicken with a little heat , which by the way was thick and juicy. And as you can also see, a great portion. The sauce, slaw and pickles all complimented each other to make a great all around sandwich. And those pickles were thiiick, which I actually liked. Bun also wasn't too soggy, even through delivery. Can't wait to try it again!! Believe the hype. read more

Chen Chens - Mild Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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January 7, 2021: Kinda more like a "Lupper" then a lunch. This was a delicious fat & calorie laden Lupper. The chicken sandwich was amazingly tasty. Loaded up with sauce & fillings. The bacon Mac & Cheese was fabo to me as well. What really popped to was the cauliflower bites. They were delicious & are a must order item. We were served by a very nice & polite young lady. Lost a star for the lowbrow take out area. Lots could be done to improve that. read more

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Big fan of this style of sandwich, these folks have an interesting take on it. First, kind of hidden away, pay attention or will miss it. Inside really geared for take out but have a few high stools and counter to eat in. Ordering easy, was told sandwich would take 12 minutes, it was ready in 12 minutes! Nicely packaged for take out. Napkins and wet wipe in the bag. Sandwich was very big. Fresh. Crispy. Tasty. Server at counter was very friendly. I liked it. I will come again. read more

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Omggggg this has to be the best Nashville style hot chicken sandwich I have eaten in TO and let me tell you I have had them in Nashville. Went here on a Saturday late afternoon-ordered over the phone and the order was ready in 15 mins.It was late afternoon. I went with the hot sandwich with fries. The sandwich itself is huge with this huge piece of thigh meat perfectly battered, fried and seasoned to perfection tucked in a brioche bun you could order in the bread as well. The pickles used in it were so so delicious next time I might just request some on the side for ab extra charge. The hot itself is pretty spicy I don't think I can handle the super spicy level. I love spicy food but that extra extra spicy just takes away the taste for me. Price point is fair. The sandwiches are all meat and huge. The staff is friendly. If you are looking for a great fried chicken sandwich this the place. Next time I'm definitely trying their Mac and cheese and the potato salad. Kudos team Chen Chen for creating the epic sandwiches here to many more !! read more

Chen Chens - Hands down!!The best around. - Chicken Shop Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

You can get a sense the second you step inside that the owner Chen puts a lot of passion and care in to his food. Stopped in twice during my time in Toronto after I'd been craving Nashville hot chicken. Had the chance to try both the Nashville and Szechuan versions of the chicken (all white meat for me please!) and both time got the "hot" version of each. I'm gonna be anticipating my return! read more

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I had high expectations from this place based on everyone's review. We ordered their Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich and Szechuan x Nashville Hot chicken sandwich. As someone who loves spicy food, this was not spicy. Therefore I did not enjoy it too much. The sandwich itself was priced at $12+ dollars and came with two pieces of chicken breast with no sides. I added some chips myself to make it a meal. read more

Chen Chens - Left: Nashville Hot chicken sandwich Right: Szechuan x Nashville Hot chicken sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I finally got to try Chen's Chen's Chicken Sandwich recently, and it was absolutely delicious. From the moment I took my first bite, I was greeted with the perfect combination of flavors and textures that left me craving more. The fusion flavours of schzewan & Nashville combined just hits the spot! The chicken itself was cooked to perfection - crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. I got the white meat option. The seasoning was just right, adding a wonderful depth of flavor without overpowering the dish. The bun was soft and fresh & the coleslaw goes well together. Service is good & efficient. Washrooms are clean. They have a couple of chairs and tables that allows you to sit in and eat. read more

This is a covid delivery review! So many chicken sandwich restaurants in Toronto. This is a local joint with a decent offering. Food was tasty but what stood out from the rest was the exceptional buns! They tasted fresh and just baked and complimented the fried chicken well. The fried chicken itself was very soft to bite into even with the crust. Food was unexpectedly filling. I'd recommend it just so you can taste their buns! read more

Chen Chens - Nashville hot sandwich, mild sauce - Chicken Shop Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Chen Chen's Nashville Hot Chicken was on my list to go to for the LONGEST TIME. Their chicken sandwiches were literally calling for me and I finally caved. I got their OG chicken with a side of Mac & cheese - I originally wanted their hot chicken sandwich, but ordered the wrong thing. BUT I was NOT disappointed! I honestly just wanted to try out their chicken and it was THE JUICIEST I ever had in so long. So flavourful & crispy, I can't imagine how good their hot chicken sandwich will be when I try that out. Waited only 10 minutes and service was great. WILL BE BACK! read more

Chen Chens - OG Hot Chicken w/ side of Mac and cheese - Chicken Shop Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Chen Chen's Nashville Hot Chicken just might be one of the best chicken sandwich joint in Toronto. All their items are great, but the Szechuan X Nashville Hot Chicken deserves a special s/o. The chicken is always crispy, the sauce is savory with just the right sweetness, the coleslaw adds some nice creaminess and the spiciness (I always get "Hot") is ACTUALLY spicy (which is rarer than it should be in this city). Being actually from Sichuan in China, the sandwich really does have some Sichuanese tones while retaining its identity as a fried chicken sandwich. This spot definitely deserves a stop if you're in the neighborhood. Just make sure you can take the spice. read more

Boy did these guys hit. I was recommended the schezwan chicken sandwich by the worker there and he helped me make the right choice. This sandwich is delicious! The spicy waffles fries are soooooo good too. Would come back again and again! read more

Chen Chens - Schezwan chicken sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I was in the area and decided to stop by for an early dinner on a Thursday night. They have a pick-up counter outside, but they also have about 6 counter seats to accommodate walk-ins. The cashier was kind and recommended I try their Szechuan Fried Chicken Sandwich (medium) since it's been popular lately (Total = $16.79). They make them fresh so I waited about 10min for the order. Even though it was sauced, the outer batter was crunchy and the sweet/spicy Szechuan flavour combined with the coleslaw and aioli were really good. As expected, eating it was pretty messy but they had hand sanitizer at every table and provided napkins. The medium isn't as spicy as I thought it would be, but I would say I have a pretty good spice tolerance so maybe I'll go hotter next time and bring some friends so I can try their other items. read more

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We got: - OG chicken sandwich (hot) with fries - Hot chicken x schezhuan sandwich (poultrygiest) with buffalo cauliflower - bang bang chicken po'boy Everything was 10/10. I love spice and I handled the poultrygiest well. If you can handle your spice go for it. It's has a great kick. Can't wait to go again. I wish I took more pics but I was rushed and everyone was hungry lol !! read more

Chen Chens - Bang bang Shrimp po'boy... delish! - Chicken Shop Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Got the Szechuan which was really good and not too spicy . The waffle fries were also excellent. Was definitely full after the meal read more

Chen Chens - Chicken Shop Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Chen Chen's Nashville Hot Chicken is located in kind of a hidden area within the Stackt Market, but it's definitely worth seeking out. I knew walking up to the counter I had to order - what else? - the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich, and I requested it hot (which prompted an "are you sure?" from the proprietor). It was ready just a few minutes later and it's an intimidating 'wich. It's also messy as heck, but good lord is it ever tasty. The perfectly-fried chicken is coated in a flavorful and super spicy sauce that's nothing short of addictive, while the coleslaw and pickles do an effective job of tempering some of the sandwich's crazy heat. I can confidently say that Chen Chen's is offering one of the best fried chicken sandwiches in the city, and I can't wait to eat another one. read more

Excellent tenders. Located just off queen St w. Done fresh, breading is not too much and chicken is moist, perfect read more

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Chen Chen's Nashville Hot Chicken Located in Toronto Do you ever crave fried chicken like we do?! This spot serves southern comfort food that is halal. We ordered the Nashville Hot Chicken (medium spice), Szechuan x Nashville Hot Chicken (hot spice), Mac n Cheese with Hot Chicken Bites (medium spice), Nashville Hot Elote & Slaw. The all of the chicken items were soo tender - they use chicken thighs We appreciate their crispy coating on the chicken as it was not too heavy and tossed in their signature spices. Their Nashville Hot Chicken was our favourite out of the two. A huge piece of chicken between a brioche bun stuffed with slaw and house sauces. This sandwich was delicious! We were a fan of their bun and how juiciness of the chicken. The Szechuan x Nashville Hot chicken was dress and paired the same as the regular Nashville Hot Chicken with a slightly sweeter taste. We also got this sandwich as hot spice which was pretty spicy for us, but it balanced nicely with the sweetness of the Szechuan seasoning. Their Mac n Cheese with Hot Chicken was a classic creamy dish. We love how they incorporated bacon bits and topped it with their signature chicken tenders. We really enjoyed this item! The Elote riblets were so fun and easy to eat! seasoned well just wish they tossed a bit more parmesan on them. Lastly, their slaw... We love everything we tried but the slaw didn't hit the spot. It was a bit basic, dress in some oil and vinegar. We wish it was more of a cream base or more saucy. Overall, We enjoyed this spot and would recommend if your craving for some quality Nashville hot chicken sandwiches. Their staff is friendly and quick. 8.5/10 . . . Nashville Hot Chicken - $12 (average price) Szechuan x Nashville Hot Chicken -$13 (average price) Mac n Cheese with Hot Chicken Bites -$14 (average price) Nashville Hot Elote -$7 (average) Slaw - $5 (average price) read more

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Their fried chicken sandwiches are DELICIOUS! The chicken is well seasoned, really juicy and perfectly crispy. Their sauces and aioli are very flavourful and not too salty. Everything worked very well together! The only improvement is that their mac and cheese could use more flavour, but the stars of the show are definitely their chicken sandwiches read more

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