Noticing a crowd forming in front of this chicken place I went in for a closer look. Everybody was…read moreeating chicken out of a bag. Apparently this is the Taiwanese way to eat fried chicken. They offered thighs chunks and breasts. I ordered the breasts. They came out super piping hot in a few minutes and they call your number to pick up. There is nowhere to sit down and there is zero ambience. You pick up your chicken and then you go eat it in the street outside. The breast is flattened and extra crispy and was definitely good. I would prefer a table to sit out but that's not the way Chinatown rolls. No matter what time you walk past this place there's always a line. Give it a go.

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Chicken Shop has been one of those rare experiences where my low expectations were disconfirmed. I…read morehave to say that I'm always wary of popular hangouts, such as Bone Daddies, Tasty Burger and Tram Shed. The latter, for example, did in my opinion not live up to the hype that they'd generated. (Good PR, but no substance really.) Chicken Shop was another place where I'd heard so much about and so I finally had to give it a try. It was a Thursday evening and we were quite early and so ended up getting a seat right away. (20 minutes later, there had already formed a substantial queue.) It was just the two of us and we chose to be seated at the bar. In fact, this is what I'd recommend to everyone, as you can watch how the chicken get grilled, chopped up and sent off to their respective "owners". What really convinced me of this place is the chicken, which was perfectly marinated, juicy, charred to perfection...and the sides and condiments that came along with it, were complementing it nicely. I have to say, it's not cheap, as you order the chicken and the sides separately, but then again the taste is worth it. I also really liked the decor and I felt super comfortable. Somebody had really thought about how to turn a dark basement into a livable and exciting space. (It's definitely part of the hipster family, but that's alright ;-) On top of that, I thought our waitress was just too sweet and so my overall experience was very positive. I can, however, see that this might not be the perfect place to hang out with a large group. It gets really crowded and so the staff might be quite keen to get you in and out of the establishment as soon as possible. My recommendation: go to the Southampton Arms about 300 yards away. It's a very cozy pub. Tip: If you live nearby, order the chicken to take-away and enjoy it from the comfort of your sofa! Beware to not drip the juices on the fabric though ;-)

Whoever said chicken is boring never ate here. I had three types one fine evening and so glad I…read moredid. Succulent rotisserie chicken is their specialty and it's so tender it will fall off the bone. Packed with flavour. Fried chicken sandwich was not the healthiest but very tasty. Lastly I had to try the chicken wings, sweet not hot. Juicy perfection! They have all the standard sides. We had the corn on the cob, which was good but needed some butter and salt. Fries were ok but crinkle cut is my least favorite. The star is chicken and it shines! Casual ambiance, and gets crowded during the dinner rush. Takeaway is a popular option as they were flying bags out the door. Sit at the counter if you want a view of the kitchen and all the roasted goodness. A trendy, hip spot that won't break the bank for a delicious meal.

Love this place, I now go here instead of KFC as it's so much better. You can even see them cooking…read morethe chicken & see how fresh it is unlike KFC! Picked up a new menu this week & they now deliver... Call 01635 5273166 - Deliveries are free over £10 otherwise a £2 charge. Restricted delivery area applies & subject to change, ask when ordering. Cash & card payments both accepted

A+ definetly lived up to the hype. Will be back for more on the next trip. Got the tenders but next…read moretime will try the spicy chicken.

For those new to London (like myself)... please do not get mad if you walk right past this spot. I…read morewalked past it 2-3 times. It is definitely a more challenging find in the evening. However, you'll find it. Enter through the door on the left. Go down the stairs and Shuh-bang.... you'll stumble upon a house full of chicken smacking folks. This was my first time here, but the vibe was happening. The chicken was absolutely mouth watering delicious and the chef was a funny guy. It was helpful that the hostess could tell me that there was Worcester sauce in the Mac and cheese and that they have another fish addition in the Bloody Mary. Very few hostesses have ever had that much knowledge about their menu. Other than that.... everything else is a go. What do I suggest you order?!? 1. Half-a-Chicken 2. Corn on the cob Be sure to mix the hot sauce with the smoke sauce for a tangy bite when dipping your chicken. Also, ask for a little extra butter that is drizzled on top to compliment the corn. The butter has small garlic chunks and Parsley and the corn is then sprinkled with salt. Trust me when I say you WILL lick your fingers. Don't come here for romance come here to chow down.

A mixed bag of fried chicken…read more My husband is a dirty fried chicken fiend, and that is the only reason this is being reviewed! The menu is not that comprehensive, and often there are things that are unavailable. Stick with chicken and chips, and you'll be ok. Sometimes the fried chicken has been passable and the coating tasty, but more often than not it is either over cooked and chewy or underdone and pale. Saying that, it is cheap and doesn't skimp on the portions. All in all, if we really want dirty fried chicken there are other chain places that are much better.

Best take away in town! Really good after party banter when the clubs kick out. Quality staff-…read moreBorat, Umbro and Taz. Legends. Best value for money 6 wings, chips and a drink for £2!!!

Chicken Shop around the corner from St. John's Wood High Street is clearly the best place for…read morechicken and chips in the area. And don't forget to leave room for dessert. When walking over to Chicken Shop, I came past Megan's and was shocked to find out they were closing this branch. I have only once been to Megan's in St. John's Wood, but thought it was a very welcome addition to the area. Unfortunately, it is no more. But now there is a new Chicken Shop branch just around the corner. Chicken Shop is a modern restaurant chain that currently expands and opens new branches in different parts of London. The shop in St. John's Wood is light with a big window front and a beautiful, simple design. I was wondering about how busy they were on a Saturday afternoon, even more as they just opened. Since the chicken restaurant a bit further down across the road had closed down some time ago, perhaps they simply got here at the right time. The place is bigger than it looks at first. I was given the option and decided to sit in the front room facing the window, not the area at the back nearer to the kitchen. The design is modern and the dark wood creates a nice and warm setting. The music is kind of loud, but as this still is a fast food place, I think it is acceptable and I did not really get too annoyed by it. Ordering is simple, because chicken shop does not have an extensive menu. You can basically only choose between different sizes of chicken from the spit. To leave space for the dessert - recommended by my lovely waitress - I ordered a quarter chicken. When asked for my preference, I opted for breast meat. I did not have to wait long until my pile of juicy, tasty chicken arrived together with golden, crispy crinkle-cut fries. While the chicken on the bone was delightful with a good crust, the fries were even better. They could only have been improved with more interesting seasoning, but as far as frying goes, those chips are perfect. When I asked for the deep-filled apple pie for dessert, I was surprised when this guy turned up at my table with a whole, hot apple pie. He cut out a good-sized piece for me and I greatly enjoyed it with a jug of cream. It was piping hot and full of apple flavours. Chicken Shop in St. John's Wood is now most likely the best place for a piece of chicken in NW8. The staff are very friendly and the restaurant is clean with a modern yet warm atmosphere. Yes, the chicken is delicious, but the chips alone are worth a visit.

OK food but terrible service. If you are hungry definitely don't come here, the food will take a…read morelong time and the service is cordial but very slow. Management seems to be completely unaware of its own operational problem. The only redeeming factor is that the food is okay but is expensive because of the neighbourhood. Highly recommend against coming here unless you are not hungry which really defeats the point of going to a restaurant.

I have been going here for over 3 years. Excellent friendly service from some very nice people. The…read morehalf pounder meal is my go-to. The burger is always cooked just right and the chips are chunky and full. Would defo recommend trying it out.

Literally the best fried chicken - ever. We come before every Spurs match and don't eat the entire…read moreday to save room. Very good. For the amount of people they serve, the service is extremely efficient. Know the number of pieces you want and if you want chips or not. Easy peasy.

If you are looking for the best fried chicken around this is the place. Their own recipe chicken is…read moreamazing, spicy, crunchy, tasty and juicy! Just what I like in a lady I mean chicken ;-) Watch out though this place gets busy and I mean busy as its across the road from Tottenham Hotspur FC. I've eaten chicken in some of the best places in LA and this place is right up there. I have been going here for 20yrs and its still the same. Alex and Uggy are doing a bang-up job.

I have been to the Kentish Town Chicken Shop on many occasions so I was super happy to find that…read moreone had opened up not far from me. This restaurant hasn't been open long as I remember it being a KFC beforehand - a major improvement. Walking in, you can immediately feel the difference between the two stores - this restaurant is much bigger than the Kentish Town Branch and much more open and welcoming. The restaurant is dimly lit making it feel cosy. In order to get to your table, you have to walk past the rotisserie chickens over the fire, just waiting to be devoured. I shall give you a universal Chicken Shop tip - Do not sit at the bar if you don't want a chicken juice shower. Our order was taken fairly quickly and the food arrived in good time too. The staff were attentive, which was nice. We ordered: avocado leaf salad, a whole chicken, crinkle chips and corn on the cob. If you fancy, they also do a nice slaw and a few yummy desserts if you actually have room after dinner. I really enjoyed my experience here, I personally felt that the food was a lot tastier than Kentish Town, perhaps as this restaurant is a lot quieter and the food gets a bit more love. The staff were lovely and the décor really set the "I'm gunna eat all the chicken in the world" vibe. I definitely recommend...om....nom....nom!

Stupendously overrated…read more This branch opened in Crouch End in December 2015, but is one of several. I haven't been to any before, but somehow have picked up the idea that this is damn good chicken. One of those places that literally only does one main course. You can get your chicken in different sizes (quarter, half, whole), but that's it. No flavour options. No vegetarian choice. No wings. Boom, it's a chicken or bust. I'm not against that - fortunately I rather like chicken. But if you do only offer one thing, it had better be the best version of that thing it can be. And Chicken Shop's chicken is certainly not. I'll say it. The chicken was dry. Eating the breast meat in particular was a chore. And while there are a couple of sauces you can slop onto the plate (the smoky one was pretty tasty), the lack of decent seasoning and flavour on the chicken itself means the dish is disappointingly bland. The crinkle cut chips were crispy and delicious, thank goodness, but at £4.50 for one average-sized serving, they'd bloody better be. Food aside, I didn't rate the service very highly. Although everyone was terribly nice, they were very over attentive. Yes, it's annoying to have waiters disappear so you spend an hour trying to chase down the bill - but it's also irritating when you're trying to have a conversation but are interminably interrupted by three different staff members asking on a rotation basis how your meal is. (Similarly, at the start, I was waiting for my friend and started to get a bit frustrated with telling different waiters that no, I didn't want to order, and feeling quite defensive even though the restaurant was empty and I'd only been there 5 minutes). I doubt I'll return. I've been to many better places doing similar things.

It's aways been a bit of a struggle to park near here it's restricted off street parking but I've…read morealway takeaway the food as the tables are normally taken and I'm ordering food for about 8 people there wouldn't be enough room for all of us to sit together! So should give you a heads up as during their busy times you can feel like you are a prop in the tv show the chicken shop as you can get some interesting characters in here, but remember it's all about the food and whenever you have a large order they prepare the meals freshly for you! It may take 10 to 15 mins but the the results is worth the wait! We end up getting 8 spicy chicken burger meals rather than a bucket meal as it's cheaper to get burger meal here than their competitors like KFC! But the plus side is the drinks are in a can and there are a wide selection of drinks so no spillage in the car and there are large portion sizes of chips!