Fried Chicken Sandwich powerhouse! Quickly gained so much traction since it first opened years ago and has been consistently serving! It can be a bit overpriced, however, the unique sandwiches like the Clucking Waffle Sandwich is just such a memorable experience. It's basically two sandwiches in one and is basically the ideal guilty pleasure sandwich, you really can't get anywhere else. It's amazing to see the culture fusion between Pakistani spices and southern fried chicken and it is a beautiful example of the possibilities of deliciousness that can be had when cultures unite. This is the American sandwich! The music and atmosphere is refreshing in a town like Chatham. read more

Namkeen packs a punch with its bold menu of spicy chicken sandwiches, tenders and more, putting an interesting masala-powered spin on Nashville hot chicken. We tried the Tikkaville sandwich and medium-spicy tenders, and both were good -- crunchy, spicy with a very manageable kick, and filled with tender, juicy chicken. There are a few areas that could make the food even better. The tenders have a dry, crunchy breading that tends to fall off the chicken, and since most of the seasoning is concentrated in the coating, the chicken itself can taste a little bland. The chipotle dipping sauce definitely helps. The Tikkaville sandwich has a great concept, but the tikka sauce could use some refinement. It leans a little acidic; I think a creamier, smokier, butter-chicken-style sauce could make the sandwich richer and much more crave-worthy. Prices are reasonable and the ambiance is nice, although you can constantly hear the fryer running in the background. It's a self serve concept so not much to report here. I really admire what Namkeen is trying to do -- it's a creative concept with plenty of potential. With a little more refinement and consistency, I think it could go from "good" to something you genuinely crave and keep coming back for. read more

Namkeen - Tenders Meal - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

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We came here twice during our visit to NJ/NYC. Everything we ordered was delicious! We got the Tikkaville sandwich (delicious, the sauce complimented the sandwich well), the Tikkaville melt (very cheesy), the Nashville chicken sandwich (medium spice was pretty spicy but a good level for me as someone who can handle spice decently well; loved how crispy this sandwich was), the spicy maple chicken (yummy and quite sweet - I liked this as an additional item but not my main), and the masala fries (well-spiced). The restaurant gets quite busy so we did have to wait maybe 15-20 minutes for our food, but we were informed of that when we ordered. This is a good spot for a casual meal or grab and go, as there is limited seating within the restaurant. I would love to come again! read more

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Most important, the chicken is delicious! I liked it with the pickles and sauce too. But it's impossible to eat with the bun and accompaniments, it doesn't fit in your mouth. They really should serve it on a plate and silverware, not the cheap plastic utensils that don't cut at all. I'm sure the fries would be tasty if they were HOT... they were definitely sitting out for the full 20 minutes it took the server to bring our order, cold and mushy. And there were only two or three other people in the restaurant. Too bad there are so many negatives, they really should try and do better. read more

Service B plus Chicken sandwich was good @5.00' for large fries they came out COLD. Place is clean but serving cold fries when clearly there was only ME in the place is not a good look. read more

Namkeen - Nashville Sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

Very good! Got take out and it was delicious. Highly recommend everything but the pataka fries were a nice standout. Sweet, salty and a little spicy. read more

Namkeen - Nashville Sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

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Honestly, they are top 5 of the best fried chicken I've ever had. The fried chicken is crispy and not oily, tender, juicy, and well seasoned with a Middle Eastern flavor combination like none other. The Chicken Tikka Mac and Cheese was topped with tikka sauce and mint chutney and to me without the toppings, it's bland. The loaded fries were amazing but got soggy fast. It's pretty small with about 2-3 tables and the inside decor is minimalistic and has a clean/modern look. Currently they're not accepting phone or online orders but you can dine-in or pickup. read more

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Not your typical chicken and waffles bc the chicken is coated in a dry rub seasoning. I chose mild for my heat level which wasn't too bad for someone who doesn't have a spice tolerance! The pieces of chicken, kinda of like tenders, were a good size and very moist. The waffles were crispy. The maple syrup is on the thinner side and not as sweet as it normally is. They do charge extra for maple syrup so use sparingly! My order came out super quick and there are tables inside for you to sit. Paid street parking is available read more

Namkeen - Chicken & Waffles - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

A great little place, I did a take out. Nashville sandwich is amazing and loved the taste. Tikkavile was bit tangy for my preference but still tasted fresh and good. My order was ready within 10mins. I would visit again. read more

Namkeen - Nashville Sandwich and Tikkaville Sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

We've been here several times. This was delicious as always. The size of the chicken was much smaller for both of our sandwiches. The outside tables seem to be ignored as far as cleaning goes. Otherwise, everything was excellent as always read more

Ordered Namkeen on a Friday after a long work week - well worth the calories to say the least. It's a rich, savory meal made with high quality ingredients. You have to try a sandwich and the loaded fries, at the very least. I'll probably need a few months before I can go back lol. read more

Namkeen - Nashville Sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

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I've been wanting to try this place for a good while now and I finally got the chance to the other day. I was at Twin Elephant Brewing Company with my girlfriend and her friend enjoying a beer when I said, "Let's get some food after this, I'm starving!" They agreed. My girlfriend was like, "OMG let's get Namkeen since you have been wanting to try it for so long, you're going to die(of happiness)." So we placed an order for takeout from their website while we continued enjoying our beers. Note: I wish they had plant based chicken and hopefully they will add it to their menu soon We ordered: - Dhamaka Fries 10/10 (we ordered them without chicken since I'm vegen/vegetarian but we realized they added chicken after opening it. I was like whatever and ate them anyways since I'd had some meat for the first time in a while over the past couple of days) - Nashville Sandwich 10/10 (this was for my girlfriend's friend and I tasted it too and wow just wow) I haven't been inside yet as we waited in the car while her friend went inside and grabbed our order but from what I saw from the car it looks like a super cute place. I'll definitely be back soon and I cannot wait to try those fries again, but this time without the chicken. Enjoy :) read more

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The chicken there is delicious. The people there are really nice and it is really nice inside of it.

I've had Namkeen's Nashville chicken sandwich a few times, which is what the are known for, but the true star is the Tikkaville sandwich is out of this world! Both sandwiches are delicious, but Tikka's toppings set this sandwich apart. It has a nice amount of kick but not overpowering, the chicken is crispy and juicy and the combination of the tikka sauce, mint chutney and cole slaw elevate this sandwich to a different level. The Indian flavors are a welcomed change to the fried chicken sandwich. This is one of the best chicken sandwiches that I've had! The masala fries, which are flavored with Indian spices, are a very nice complement. read more

Namkeen - Masala Fries - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

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I had to return to Namkeen a few months after being introduced to it at a Yelp event. Excellent chicken sandwiches and wings to go in Chatham. The Nashville sandwich remained our favorite at a mid spice level. Tried the Chicken Waffle sandwich. Interesting but I prefer the Nashville. Very surprised by how good the Maple Wings were. Lots of thickness and stickiness in the sauce, laden on. Yummy. I ordered ahead to go. Ready on time with pleasant counter service. It is a sweet little hole in the wall cafe on Main Street in Chatham. I will be back. Portions were fair size, in my opinion. I like that you can adjust the heat level. Some do like it super hot! I like mid hot. read more

Namkeen - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

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The most delicious fried chicken I have ever had.Namkeen flavor is amazing.10/10 100%

When did you start providing smaller portions of the Maple Wings? I used to use a knife and fork for each piece. Very disappointed. read more

Namkeen - Spicy Maple Wings - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

I've always wanted to check this place out but never got around to it until last month and I've been hooked ever since. Now it's become my mission in life to try literally everything off this incredibly delicious menu full of Pakistani Infused Hot Halal Chicken Dishes and lately I've even become a regular customer popping in and out just to try some new and different deliciousness.   Namkeen is the Ultimate Hot Chicken Destination and anyone who lives in this area and hasn't had the opportunity to try it, should most definitely make it a priority. Their outstanding quality can be tasted in every crunchy juicy tasty mouth watering bite as they only use all natural hormone and antibiotic free Halal Chicken.   And as for me, I always leave here extremely satisfied with everything that I've ordered to date so the only thing left to say is . . Come And Get Your Munch On!! read more

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Great ambiance, fun place to be if your looking for a great spot for date night, girls brunch or just something casual. Love their food great sandwiches and drinks! read more

Namkeen - Clucking Waffle Sandwich - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

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I ordered the Tikkaville Sandwich and Masala Fries. The sandwich was pretty good! A good amount of flavors/toppings and good sized chicken. The fries were your basic fries with seasoning. Simple but tasty! It's a cute little restaurant with a few tables inside and a couple seats near the window of the entrance. The service was pretty quick too. Another perk is that you can order online, so it's super convenient. I would definitely come back to try their other food! read more

My wife has been talking about this place and we were in town and finally decided to try it. The chicken was very crispy and fresh. The waffle was thick and fluffy. Its a personal preference but I prefer the flavor of other fried chicken place but maybe because we ordered mild and should have gotten something spicer. The service there is excellent. There are tables both inside and outside. read more

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Food never disappoints!!! They have chicken wings on menu too! Service and staff are very professional and friendly! read more

Hands down BEST Nashville Sandwich I had in my live! Not exaggerating. While there you need to try some of their side dishes. We went with Dhamaka Fries. Place is always busy but you don't wait too long for your order. There is not niuch room inside to sit down and eat so I recommend it as more of a take out place read more

Came here on a rainy Friday evening. I had this place on my yelp for a while and decided to take the 30 min drive to check it out. The place is small and was packed and busy. The lady who took my order was friendly. I got thr hot chicken sandwich, fries, mac and cheese, and two drinks. We dined in. The place was clean and they work efficiently. Our fries and nac came out first. The fries were good but not hot, the mac was ok, very different. It was spicy, but tasted like luke warn noodles tossed in a savory sauce. I wish it was hot and the cheese was cooked/ mixed in better. The sandwich came about 10 min later. It was big, juicy, spicy, and well seasoned. I appreciate that it wasnt greasy. Im not a fan of chipotle flavor and the sauce over powered the sandwich. I should of took it off but that's my error. All in all I would come again and just get the chicken tenders and fries. My one BIG CON which knocked off a star was me watching a guy do online orders and constantly wiping and touching his nose while handling food boxes for the line. I have videos but im going to spare this place. I just hope he becomes more mindful and wear gloves. Luckily my food wasnt boxed . read more

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I drove an hour away to get here and I can honestly say that this place was well worth it! From the quick and efficient service to the clear cut menu, every point in interacting with this restaurant was remarkable. I ordered the Clucking Waffle Sandwich and the Fries. The food was incredibly flavorful. The inside had about three four seater tables and a few bar stool type seats looking outward. Though the restaurant has limited indoor seating it also accommodates with a couple outdoor duo seating. Overall 10/10 will definitely be back! read more

Namkeen - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

With all the "hot chicken" places opening up, it's time I gave one a try. After reading reviews, Namkeen looked like the place to go. This is a small store on Main Street in Chatham. On a Saturday afternoon, the town was busy, but there's plenty of parking in the area. There wasn't much doubt that I needed to order the "Nashville Hot Chicken" sandwich. Nashville, and especially Hattie B's, is the birthplace of hot chicken so ordering this was a must. This was a huge, delicious sandwich! The chicken was very good and the pickles, slaw, and sauce, made it outstanding! I went mild, but even that level had a nice kick to it. The prices here are very reasonable, only $10 for this sandwich. The store is very small and indoor seating is limited. Chatham has lots outdoor places to eat, so next time I may come back in the summer and enjoy this outside. If you're in Jersey, looking for a taste of Nashville, give Namkeen a try! read more

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I wasn't quite sure what to expect from this restaurant. I've often had a love/hate relationship with restaurants that put extreme spins on my favorite foods(which happen to be chicken and fries,‍). However, this restaurant delivered on the flavor! Environment Located on a romantically charming street in Chatham,NJ Namkeen takes up a small footprint. Walk inside and you'll realize the restaurant actually is a bit smaller on the inside than it looks on the outside.However, great things come in small packages as the staff was both courteous and well-organized. Food The spice! The spice! The spice! Every dish that I partook upon made my senses tingle. Even the lightly seasoned mandala fries left nothing to be desired in how they were fried and gently kissed with flavor. THE SAUCE While there are an endless array of places to satisfy your hunger for chicken, Namkeen offers something unique. Yes the restaurant is small in its profile,yet the food looms large in spice.Happy eating! read more

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Quite possibly the best fried chicken I've ever had. Ever. I went here after seeing them on Instagram and it blew away all our expectations. We got the waffle sandwiches, and shared an order of fries and macaroni and cheese. The Mac and cheese was nicely seasoned but not as cheesy as I normally like. The fries were just OK - pretty standard. But the chicken? Out of this world. Crunchy, juicy, and portions that were well worth the money. The chipotle aioli is delicious too and the jalapeños cheddar waffles aren't too spicy or cheesy; very complimentary to the chicken. My next order though? Straight for the chicken. It's simply the best in the area - possibly the state, or tri-state area. Service was fast and nice. Place was super clean although there's not much seating (4 at the window, 3-4 tables of 4 along the wall) so plan accordingly! Can't wait to visit again. Great job Team Namkeen! read more

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I really wasn't expecting to be wowed but this place did indeed wow me! We were lucky to catch it during an off time. Usually when we pass by there is a line. The concept is the current fad of Nashville chicken but with an Indian twist. Well worth the stop in. We tried and split three items - Nashville sandwich (of course), clucking waffle sandwich and dhamaka fries - all were excellent. Everything was fresh and perfectly assembled. The chicken was spicy and very flavorful. Their prices are kind of on the higher side but worth every penny. Limited seating inside. Parking on street. ENJOY! read more

You already know. Can't hate Namkeen. Love the desi vibe they have going on. Love their Nashville hot chicken read more

Namkeen - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

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Thank you to Namkeen for making my large catering order in a half hour when I accidentally submitted it for the wrong day. The service was incredible. Your team hustled and served 25 soccer players with delicious hot food. Bravo! read more

The Clucking Waffle Sandwich stopped people in their tracks, literally. I ordered at the counter and then sat at the bench facing the window. The sandwich was instaworthy! It's was like the leaning tower of waffles and fried chicken. One- by-one passers by stopped and gave me a thumbs up. They were right to. This giant is great! The waffles are fluffy on the inside, lightly crisp on the outside...in essence, perfect. They're cheddar waffles dotted with jalapeño. I got the chicken "naked" which means it wasn't spicy but you have spice options to choose from. The sandwich was finished with pickles and aioli. I also got a side of fries - also good. Everything was made to order so I had to wait for it to be finished but it was worth it. There a few tables and chairs inside. I appreciate that they immediately cleaned the tables as people left. I wouldn't come for the atmosphere but that's expected for a little spot that makes great fried chicken. Free street parking. Worth a visit. read more

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Super sandwich place - variety of waffle chicken sandwiches A person who likes spice will love this place - well maintained taste over the years Very different from usual sandwiches Could add some more variety to menu Tiny place good for small groups read more

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Loved the Nashville hot chicken sandwich, that was probably my favorite on the menu. The maple glaze on the other items was not really my taste though - this place should definitely look into expanding in Canada! Tried the tikka sandwich and it was good as well - just thought the Nashville one stood out more read more

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Not your typical chicken sandwich - the chicken is cooked perfectly and seasoned well. There's a nice crunch with both the meat and the slaw. The pickle is a perfect chaser to beat the heat. Speaking of, I ordered the Nashville Sandwich - medium heat. As someone who eats somewhat spicy, it was tolerable and I didn't break a sweat. After watching my nephew eat the hot tenders however, I'm not sure if I could handle that. Medium was just enough heat to pack a punch but not so much that I couldn't taste anything. The fries were nothing extraordinary, both plain and masala. Be prepared to wait in line and possibly order to-go as seating is very limited inside. Also, parking in the area can be tough so plan accordingly. Overall, it was a good meal but not quite what you get in Nashville. read more

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Good food. Service was good. Place was small but adequate for fast food. I had the tenders, which were good. I had no had fried chicken in so long prior! I was told the sauce may be too spicy so I got mild but I should've went a little hotter. The white toast and pickles were a good touch. read more

Namkeen - Tenders - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

Ok so I'm sure a lot of people are writing negative reviews because the place was packed and there was an extremely long wait, but that's just the name of the game sometimes you have to wait for your food no need to tear down the restaurant because of that, that being said the food was totally worth waiting for! I got the clucking chicken sandwich which came on a waffle loaded with slaw sweet and spicy my favorite combo. I also got the chicken tikka Mac and cheese, it was definitely saucy but I wish it was just a tad more cheesy other than that I will be back! read more

Namkeen - Chicken tikka Mac and cheese - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

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Namkeen Restaurant has very very good reviews, But in my case It felt somewhat short. While the taste and seasoning were good, there were other things that didn't quite "pop". First the chicken was way too battered. The coating was coming off of chicken and some bites felt like eating just fried batter. Also the size of the chicken tender inside the bun wasn't sufficient enough. Next the waffle was way too crispy also, it wasn't smooth textured and it felt awkward biting into a crispy waffle. The wait time was very long. Our chicken and waffle came in first and then for the next 10 to 15 minutes we were just waiting on the chicken sandwiches. The place itself is very small from inside and ideally not suited for dine in. read more

Namkeen - Chicken sandwiches. - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

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Hot Pakistani flavors meet Nashville comfort food on a frigid Chatham night. Keen for heat to help your taste buds stay warm on a winter night? Try a spicy Clucking Waffle Sandwich. Hot chicken pressed between two pieces of Belgian waffle is a fantastic marriage of sweet syrup and spice. Pickle and coleslaw packed in the middle provide the crunch on the first bite. Want to savor the items individually? The Chicken and Waffle is much of the same goodness. Fries were hot, fresh and crispy(Pro tip: ask for chipotle aioli sauce on the side and try it with the fries.) Despite the name (namkeen - "a small savory snack or dish.") portions are adequate and prices are fair. However, Namkeen might be a victim of its own success as take out orders piled up and the wait to be served was not unnoticed. Limited seating makes the dine-in experience slightly underwhelming. As a patron sitting closest to the door, the cold January night gusts repeatedly blasted the food cold. Nevertheless, no matter where you decided to chomp on the friable halal chicken, there's a good chance you'll end up saying "nam nam nam." read more

Namkeen - Clucking Waffle Sandwich and Fries - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey

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Ordered: Dhamaka Fries (~$10): masala fries, fried chicken, tikka sauce, pickles, coleslaw, and mint chutney Diet Coke can (~$2) Aya's take: Second time here and decided to try something other than the sandwich. At a glance, the size of the Dhamaka Fries looks small but it is loaded with fries, fried chicken, and toppings. Not only does it have a kick but it is heavily Pakistani-inspired with the masala, tikka sauce, and mint chutney. It is not your typical Nashville-style fries. Although still pretty good, I would've rather had a chipotle aioli rather than the mint chutney and tikka sauce. It's a unique twist to the dish and loaded with flavor, nonetheless. I recommend checking them out if you haven't already! read more

Namkeen - Dhamaka Fries (~$10) + Diet Coke (~$2) - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chatham, New Jersey