Love, LOVE, LOVE!!!! @neatbirdva is always bringing the noise AND the funk, with their delish nugs and cocktails, and the quirky ambiance, with a side of Bob Ross * Sand shark, one of my fave cocktails * Nuggs, with their magic *fairy dust* (with miso ginger, of course!) * Bob Ross, on the TV They're banging out the old fashioneds at the bar, and have a great happy hour! This is a MUST in Chesapeake! read more

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This has become our new regular. We have been coming almost weekly since my last review and I wanted to update. Old fashioneds are still great! They are my husband's go to drink. I usually get a martini, also great! and add in Gluten Free offerings and I'm sold! The wait staff are always so friendly and helpful. They have lunch specials which I have tried a few and have never been disappointed. I don't have a go to but the last time we went I enjoyed the Spanish chicken & rice and it was amazing. You get a decent serving so it usually ends up being a few meals for me. My husband got the crispy chicken sandwich with pickles on the side. He may not like them but I do! They are some of the best :D And we always get some of the homemade honey mustard sauce on the side for their fries. We have never been disappointed and I have not had an issue with their gluten free offerings. This is one of our faves and we will continue to come back over and over :) read more

Neat Bird - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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I loved the entrance and the playlist, and the appetizers were exceptional--the hush puppies and fried pickles were highlights, and the mashed potatoes were delicious. I did find that the chicken could have been baked longer and might benefit from a different sauce to better complement the dish. I did have a cocktail can't remember the name of it, but it was tasty and strong. I however, end up opting for a glass of wine. Our waitress was great ! Thank you for a lovely experience overall. read more

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We came for a late lunch. It was a beautiful day so we sat on the patio. The patio was a nice area with shade in the afternoon. The service was good but it could've been better. The food, we started with the Chicken Fried Cheese Curds which were delicious. I had the Spicy Pimp with fries and my wife had the Hot Honey Caesar Wrap. The fries were almost under cooked on both our meals. Both our chicken tasted burnt almost like bad oil in the fryer possibly. I have never seen fried chicken cutlets before but, It was disappointing. Drinks: I had the Love in a Trash can which tasted fine but, it was expensive for a small amount. My wife had the Starboard Drift and you couldn't taste the coconut. It was okay but also expensive for a small drink. Overall it was a bad experience for us. I would not recommend. This place has potential so I hope they can improve their food and service. read more

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The bartender made the best Paloma I've ever had! I loved the bar decor and vibe. The staff is hardworking and friendly. My chicken and cheese sandwich was delicious, cheesy, and had the perfect taste. Place has amazing art and music always. Parking is easy, there's a parking garage with an exit that takes you right in front of the restaurant. Can't wait to go back! read more

Neat Bird - Bar - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

When I first heard the name Neat Bird Whiskey Chicken, I was already sold whiskey and chicken are two of my favorite things, so this spot had my attention before I even walked through the door. Stepping inside, the vibe matched the promise of the name. The restaurant had this warm, inviting aesthetic a mix of rustic charm and modern comfort. Overall the atmosphere that makes you want to order a drink and settle in. As for the food? Let's just say they know what they're doing. The chicken was juicy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned the kind of bite that makes you pause mid-conversation. The whiskey element wasn't just a gimmick, it actually enhanced the flavor without overpowering it. My sides were fresh and well-seasoned, and everything came out hot and beautifully plated. read more

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Great service and simply decadent rich food! Was a bit busy but we didn't wait long for seats. As a fellow bird lover seeing the popular "target birds" strewn around gave me a smile. Very warm and inviting atmosphere. read more

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This is one of my favorite restaurants, mainly because of the roasted chicken and the roasted carrots. That meal alone is one of the best I've had in a long time. The restaurant is a little on the pricey side, but some of the items are absolutely worth it. On my last visit, I ordered a 3-piece chicken to go, all white meat, and it came to about $11. I received one breast and two very small wings. In hindsight, I should've just ordered the 2-piece white meat fried chicken for around $9 if I had known the wings would be that small. For me personally, some items are hit or miss, but there are a lot of things on the menu that I really enjoy. I don't care for the sweet tea or the Arnold Palmer, but that's just my taste. You really have to go and try the menu for yourself to see what you like. Overall, I love this restaurant. The wait staff are always friendly and welcoming, and the owner is one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. His personality truly reflects in the restaurant. The ambiance--from the entrance, to the dining area, to even the bathrooms--is top notch. The crowd is always pleasant, and it's never a loud or uncomfortable atmosphere. This place is definitely a must-try. My taste buds may be different from everyone else's, but that's exactly why you should go and experience it for yourself. This is probably my 10th time eating here... that's how much I love it. I even have a friend who orders Uber Eats from here at least twice a month. A toe bender... Happy feet read more

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Fantastic salads and sandwiches. Their house wines are also so very good. Old fashioned - Toby crushes those every time. Love this place. read more

Neat Bird - BLT & C - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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We love NEAT BIRD! Normally we rock the pound of nuggies which are THE best chicken nugs on the planet!! We switched it up today. We love the story of how bob ross became a thing and a theme-ish in the bar! Ask your bartender or server. Very cool. We sat at the bar and were happily greeted by Logan who is SUPER awesome and friendly! My peeps had the "rocket water" which if you love carbonated water, just stop what you're doing and head to Neat Bird!! They have a top of the line Suntory Whiskey Tower that puts out the best highballs and the best carbonated water!! I had a beer then one of their highballs...SO good! My ladies ate the lunch chicken pot pie which comes with a little delicious salad and that was plenty for them. I had the sandwich and was delicious! HIGHLY RECOMMEND! All the humans that work there are just good people. read more

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Always a great experience eating at this place! A group of six of us came to dine around 5/5:30 and there was no wait. We were seated quickly and our waitress was amazing !! Their chicken is always perfectly tender and perfectly seasoned. I opted to get the house salad, which comes with various toppings. I did modify it to be without blue cheese and tomatoes, which was no issue at all. Overall, I will definitely be back to try their other menu items like their mac and cheese and chicken sandwiches!! read more

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Neat Bird is located in Greenbrier on the corner of the Dollar Tree complex. Upon arrival, the sign states to seat yourself and as soon as I sat down a nice young man name John Paul took my order. I ordered the strawberry chicken salad which was fresh just a couple of wilted leaves but it was still good. The basalmic glaze added to the flavor. I ordered a two piece friend chicken platter. There was a lot of breading but the chicken flavor was just okay but when I added the hot honey it made it all better. read more

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WOW is all I can say! Neat bird (chicken & whiskey) is a phenomenal spot in the Greenbriar area of Chesapeake to grab some chicken, fries, and an old fashioned. From friendly staff, awesome décor, but best of all their chicken, Neat Bird is the best chicken spot in Chesapeake. My favorites are the Henrietta, the Spicey Pimp, and the chicken & cheese melt, add pimento cheese, YES! These sandwiches are generously sized to dominate your hunger ( I recommend you skip lunch if heading here for dinner). Eric and the crew also have more than just chicken, my favorite app is the fried cheese curds (think mini cheese sticks with a fantastic dipping sauce). There is ample parking between the large lot and parking garage nearby. Neat Bird is the hoppin' spot at summit point in Greenbrier, GO visit Eric and the gang and get the best chicken in Chesapeake! read more

This place is DELICIOUS! From the second we walked in we were greeted and sat down immediately (self seating arrangement). From that we were given the menus immediately with ideas of what we were ordering very soon. I ordered - Audible Sigh : The description being as it won an award.... makes a lot of sense! Super clean and bright drink with notable flavors that balanced each other out. The Gordo : The ingredients all within this entree shined the entire time! However, the Hot Honey Carrots are an item I feel as though everyone needs to try at least once! read more

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Pretty decent spot. It's like a fancier chick fil a. My husband and I sat at the bar and had some happy hour drinks. I think I was only $6 for an old fashion? Not bad but was kind of sweet, probably to mask the cheap whiskey. Bartender was friendly and we were served quickly. Food was good too, but like I said, it gave chick fil a vibes with the waffle fries and fried chicken. We would probably only come back during happy hour and I like the concept of this place. If you sit at the bar, you notice a lot of little Bob Ross figurines and such, and he was also playing on the TV. I don't understand it but I'm not complaining, who doesn't love Bob Ross. Parking was also easy, they have free parking garages located nearby and there was also some street parking. read more

It's well worth it to come here just for the bourbon selection. My Wife loves to stop by for a nightcap after we have had dinner elsewhere. Please don't misunderstand me, the food is excellent here, and I highly recommend it but we live in the 757 and there are sooo many different places to eat around here. I really love the Banana Pudding, made properly with Vanilla pudding and fresh bananas. This is a true masterpiece dessert! The Chicken Nuggets here are also sure to please even the most discriminating palates! read more

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Best Hot Honey chicken sandwich I've found so far! They have chicken in the name, and chicken is their game! Breaded to perfection, seasoned underneath that breading, fried to PERFECTION, juicy and the hot had heat and the honey is sweet. Fresh house made pickles, and delicious soft n chewy bread. The sandwich is 5 stars. I also had the cheese curds, (delicious), the deviled eggs (delicious), and the banana pudding (delicious). Everything hit the way it was supposed to! The food was fresh, the menu is plentiful with all sorts of dishes and drinks to compliment them. I got a vodka drink with a melon soda mixer called a slime ball which was refreshing that I would drink that again too. Parking is scarce on the block, but there's a parking garage across the street so it was easy getting a spot. I will DEFINITELY make it back to this place again to experience more of the menu. Service was responsive, they work hard, expedite the food well and did a great job getting our group of four orders sorted out well. The ambiance is very laid back and relaxed, comfortable clothes is fine, but it's nice enough that if you're dressed for another event you won't feel out of place. I'll be back! read more

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I'm really happy I found this new gem. My boyfriend was looking for gluten free options in the area and when we saw GF fried chicken options, we knew we had to try it. First thing I noticed when I walked in was that the music was great. I loved the old school hip hop. Gabby the bartender was amazing! I picked up to-go order and when I had to Come all the way back because some of my order was missing, Gabby made it right. I'm a fan of her and the restaurant for life. This is the best I've seen a restaurant handle a mistake in a while, and it's greatly appreciated. The gluten free BLT+C was amazing. It's hard to find gluten free fried chicken, so I'm so excited we found this spot. The GF bun was soft and the chicken was crispy. I also appreciated it was a big piece of chicken. My boyfriend enjoyed his chicken sandwich as well. The fries were good when warm an it was a nice side salad. I'll for sure be going back for regular GF pieces of chicken, and I highly recommend, especially for the gluten free folks. Can't wait to go back. read more

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We love the atmosphere here. Different genres of music. Great house old fashioned with a little less ice. We tried the burnt ends this time and they did not disappoint. Great flavor. We ordered a side of mac and cheese with it. That was also tasty but small size for $7. We tried the Spicy Pimp sandwich. The cutlet was cooked very well. Came out steamy hot but toppings we're limited. Loved the flavor but wish it had more of the pimento cheese and pepper jelly. It definitely was not spicy as the name entails. We dipped the fries in the honey mustard sauce and that was delicious. The waitress was right when she recommended the burnet ends and we will be back to try other menu items. read more

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Neat Bird does two things as per their name: chicken and whisky. Both are phenomenal. They're fried chicken is the star. It's so crispy, it's so juicy. It's so well fried. It's so well priced. The sides? Great!! The other items made with their fried chicken (like salads)?Awesome! I've had a few cocktails here and have not been disappointed yet. My favorite is the slime all! I'm not a whisky drinker so I can't speak to their selection, but my husband is usually impressed by their pours. Neat Bird is well worth the visit! read more

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You're hungry. You're likely not sure what you want to eat. This is it. This is the place to go to. This is your sign. Neat bird is the product of the same creative team behind Crudo Nudo, a favorite in Ghent serving tapas. The same creativity and attention to detail is felt throughout neat bird, from their initial hiring process of quality people, their carefully selected liquors (and want to share things like Pappy at be low-cost prices with patrons lucky enough to get there in time) and the eclectic wall art. The chicken is always cooked to perfection, the no-frill and excellent taste shining through. Huge gluten free menu, mixed chicken pieces and excellent appetizers and cocktails. Parking is directly adjacent, staff is attentive and ambiance and music choice is great. Whether here for lunch and watching a game (as I've been), or dropping by for a weeknight treat (as I am now), you won't be disappointed. read more

Neat Bird - House old fashioned ($10) minus a sip or so. - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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Always wonderful and safe for celiacs. Top choice for my family and everyone leaves happy and full. read more

Neat Bird - The Greek - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Really a great spot for good food! My daughter and I came here as I'd been meaning to drop in. Waitress was so nice and helpful. We ordered the deviled eggs as an appetizer (6) and they were great. They give you a little seasoning shaker to add a slightly spicy paprika seasoning to anything you order. It was great for the deviled eggs. They were served chilled. While very good, I won't say they were anything super different. But I don't make them so it's nice to have it as an option for a starter! My daughter got her chicken nuggets and fries and I couldn't decide as there were so many great sounding dishes! I wanted to the short rib but figured I should really do the chicken on a first visit. I got the 2 piece white meat fried chicken with a side of mac and cheese. Both were really delicious! I brought home the leftovers. What we really loved and stood out was their banana pudding! So amazing!! It was so light and fluffy, I wondered if there were actually any pudding. But I liked it so much this way! Another huge plus is that unlike other banana puddings that can be overly sweet, this was very lightly sweet. I super appreciated this. Would highly recommend this spot! Very good for kids and a great mural of a giant rooster on the wall! read more

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Probably one of my favorites for fried chicken and waffle fries. Definitely stands out from the rest. Old Fashioned is my go to drink here. Very well made. Service is good as well. Looking forward to the next time. Sandwiches look out of this world! read more

Neat Bird - 10 Wings for $10! Wing Wednesdays. - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

I went with a friend to try it out. We order some appetizers and we wanted to split a sandwich, in which we told the waitress. Food was good. The sandwich come out whole so we asked if the had a sharper knife to cut it. She said no. We butchered the sandwich trying to cut in half. When paying the bill we noticed an Admin fee. Which I did not remember seeing on menu. read more

Service was great from when I first open the door until I left the building. Food was fresh and hot to order. I went during happy hour so they had the old fashioned on the menu my favorite. It was delicious and strong just the way I like after a long work day. Chicken was bomb me and wifey shared the whole chicken and still had enough for lunch the next day read more

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Maya was AMAZING!!! Made great suggestions super knowledgeable in the gluten-free options and created a wonderful experience for our family.

I absolutely love coming to Neat Bird. It's hands down my favorite bar and restaurant in Chesapeake. The atmosphere is always welcoming, and being greeted by the amazing bartenders, Gabby and Toby, makes it even better. Great vibes, great music, and there's always the therapeutic views of Bob Ross on the TV. I stopped by tonight after work and ordered the two-piece dark, which was only $5! It came with two juicy thighs, a slice of bread, and two flavorful sauces. I also got a side of mac & cheese, and even though I'm not usually a big mac & cheese fan, this one was incredible so cheesy, I enjoyed every bite. I wasn't in the mood for a cocktail tonight, so Gabby whipped up a delicious fruity mocktail for me instead. But I will say, if you are in the mood for a drink, their espresso martinis are some of the best I've ever had. read more

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Food was good, only thing I wasn't expecting was a cup of mostly ice. Asked the server what was the recommended food on the menu, and they said whatever you like. read more

Neat Bird - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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Was a little disappointed with the ratios of the wrap. The chicken was good but it didn't have a lot of the Caesar salad in it. It seemed like only a scoop compared to the amount of chicken. The taste was good, could have used a bit more of the hot honey on the chicken but overall just average. read more

Neat Bird - Hot honey Caesar wrap - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Went here for the first time for my bday. We had a larger party and I heard lots of good reviews from this place but didn't know what to expect. What a neat gem. I don't know why it's only a 4.0 overall, but it's seriously delicious drinks and food. Between the house Old Fashioned, the Baudin, and the myriad of options available, this place is a winner all around in my book. I genuinely haven't found a bad thing here. Maybe I'm not a 'seasoned' person to this place but seriously - it's delicious. From the awesome customer service to great food, you can't go wrong! Food Taste: 5 Overall Service: 5 Value of food to cost: 4 Facility: 5 Ambiance: Low-key dive with a very chill atmosphere overall. It's not very large but it fits the bill for that just style vibe. Repeat customer: yes Dog Friendly: no read more

Came here with a big group for a bday dinner. This was my first time here. The restaurant is nice and modern and the reception area reminded me of an art gallery. We immediately went to our table and our server was already taking drink orders. He was very good especially with our big group. He already had a system going and had us by numbers so he wouldn't mix up orders. They had a pretty good menu with fried chicken, chicken sandwiches, salads and apps. To start we ordered the deviled eggs and for our entree we got the apple cheddar salad with 2 chicken tenders and the 3 piece dark. The food came out pretty quick. The deviled eggs were a tad bit on the salty side for me. The fried chicken was crunchy and flavorful there's also dipping sauces, my fave was the hot honey. My salad was pretty huge but came drenched in dressing as I forgot to tell them to keep the dressing on the side. I typically don't like a lot of dressing and it defeats the purpose of having a salad lol. I would like to come back to try their chicken sandwiches. Others at our table ordered them and like them. All in all it's a great addition to the Chesapeake area. read more

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Been wanting to try this place for a while. Must admit we were extremely disappointed. From the way we were greeted, "How may i help you?" Well actually we're here to eat. To the absolute lack a seasoning on our food, it was just disappointing. I mean how do you mess up a chicken thigh? I don't care how well it's fried, you have to put some seasoning on it. Some people may love this place. It's just not our type of vibe. And the food was mediocre. read more

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Fantastic new addition to the 757 food and beverage scene! I came for lunch during the week and although it wasn't busy, there was a decent little flow and we were able to get seated immediately. Service and atmosphere were both great. Our server was super enthusiastic about the menu items and gave some good recommendations. As should be the case, they do chicken extremely well. We ordered a few different chicken items and they were all fantastic. Not quite as expected.. the cheese curds. FANTASTIC. I didn't realize I was a cheese curd snob, but apparently I am and these are the best I've ever had. The seasoning was pristine. We got the Cobb salad which was much more wedge-like which we didn't love. We both wished that it was served more like a traditional Cobb, just personal preference. The chicken tenders that we added were delicious. read more

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One of the few places open late at night... Deviled eggs were amazing! Service just a tad slow though. read more

Neat Bird - Deviled eggs - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Stopped here on a whim Saturday afternoon...our first time here. The place has a very quirky cool vibe and staff are super friendly and nice. The food was fresh and tasty and drinks were interesting and on point...we'll definitely be back! read more

Me and my husband went for lunch one day. We got the chicken sandwich and the chicken bites (forgot the name). The chicken with both were too salty! They gave decent portions but we couldn't finish because of the saltiness. There is a difference between seasoned and salty. These were almost inedible. Also, I'm not sure if they're short staffed but there was a man there waiting tables who looked like a customer off the street. No uniform or neat attire. The establishment wasn't very clean either. We definitely won't be going back. read more

This new restaurant is an amalgamation of all things UNEXPECTED. The decor and color palette of the restaurant gives a "trendy" vibe. It matches the energy of this new "Summit Point" area (basically, Chesapeake wanted a Va Beach Town Center and a Norfolk Granby street of their own). And keeping with this posh theme of the other eateries and spots in this area, Near Bird fits right in. The music is sleek, the seating is not quite plain but it's not exactly upscale either. Water is served without ice--it's giving very "California" (but you know The food gives this "fusion" vibe. My husband ordered Pork Belly Burnt Ends which was served with Chinese spice cured cherry, toki BBQ and pickled veggies and turikake. I don't even know what this is. I know he said it was DELICIOUS. He would come back here just to eat this again. The waitstaff is friendly. I like that. Their attire, however, does not match the setting. The staff have this "wear whatever you want/grunge/casual" vibe going on. And with no name tags, they don't even look like they work here. I want to know I'm talking to waitstaff and not mistakenly asking a customer for more sauce. read more

Neat Bird - Menu 1 of 2 - Chicken Shop Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

I have to eat gluten free and so always looking for places we can go out to eat. We decided to try Neat Bird since we've walked past it several times. I've been craving fried chicken and it's hard to find it gluten free, but they have it here! The coating is delicious and crispy! Love the seasoning they bring out to the table too! We were actually offered a gluten free menu when we were sat which was nice. I ordered the pound of nuggets and had leftovers to take home. Waffles fries were decent, but I went for the chicken, so no biggie. Service was very friendly all around. Food came out in a reasonable amount of time. We will most definitely be going back! read more

After attending an event, my husband and I were in search of some late-ish night eats. I say "ish" because since the pandemic, there aren't that many options past 8:30 on a Wednesday night, like a good place, not a chain. You know? Neat Bird has been on my list, they were nearby and when I asked my husband to check their hours, I was very surprised to discover they closed at midnight, so Neat Bird, here we come! - Parking - Street parking which is free or I believe there is a parking garage for Summit Pointe, free of charge (can't say for sure), but maybe similar concept to Town Center in VB where all the parking garages are free. So maybe same here? - Vibe - There is a reception area, so wait to be seated. They either have booth seats, tables and chairs or some tables with the chair/booth bench combo. They have a beautiful mural of a giant rooster on the main wall. I liked him, but he looked a little angry. Maybe pissed that you're eating his friends LOL. Another art piece of a woman painted in comic form eating chicken on a mirror. Lots of art, lots of yellow tones but also contrasting bright colors. I dig it! - Noms - On their menu, they have a variety of apps, salads and bowls, chicken sandos, fried chicken pieces and even roasted chicken. They have a whole cocktail menu, as well as, a whiskey menu, and also beer. We chose the following: Pork belly burnt ends - these 4 words was enough to order these. It's a total Asian vibe. I felt like they were more cooked then burnt. Just slightly a little overcooked for my taste, but the flavors were amazing. It was delicious and loved the accompanying veg that it was sitting on top of. Fried chicken - I opted for the 2 piece, dark meat, but was completely shocked that it was only $5. It kinda does make sense if you think about it as $2.50 a piece, because if it was more than that, I would have been almost more mad, but with inflation and the way things have been skyrocketing, it was just shocking (and refreshing) to see that I could actually fill my belly with 2 pieces of chicken for only $5 when I can't even get a latte for less than $7 these days. So get the chicken. It was a nice crispy skin, and not too thick with batter, juicy and an interesting, but tasty seasoning blend. I asked for 2 dipping sauces. I went with miso and the hot honey. I felt like there was no miso, so could they have made a mistake, but it was definitely more fruity. Whatever it was, it was interesting, but I liked it more than the hot honey. Coleslaw - I ordered this to eat with my chicken. I need that meat and veg balance. I like my coleslaw the traditional way, just straight up cabbage and carrots. Neat Bird's is a bit more bougie with more veg like peppers and onions with a creamy mayo base. I personally didn't care for it and probably opt for a diff side the next time. Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich - my husband ordered this based on the server's rec. She said it was most popular. He also asked for their house Buffalo-like sauce. He didn't save me a bite, but he said that personally, he thought the house hot sauce was tastier than the hot honey. It comes with waffle fries. Service was top notch! Our server was such a sweetheart and was really attentive the entire night! It was pretty empty in the dining area for a Wednesday night, but the bar seemed like it was pretty full. Things to note: - They automatically charge (can't remember what it was called) something like "Merchant fee" or "Transaction fee" at the very bottom. I asked our server what that was, and it's basically the processing fee for paying by credit card. She said, they were trying to be more transparent with their pricing so they pass it on to the customer. However, she said that if you pay cash, they can remove the fee. - they are open late! Did I mention that already?! Overall, solid fried chicken and SO affordable! Now don't get any ideas, Neat Bird. Fried chicken for $5 was not a complaint, so don't increase the prices. hahaha Stay safe, Friends! read more

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