When you want fried chicken in Cincinnati, don't go to KFC or Popeyes, get the real stuff and go to the Hitching Post. This is the Kellogg avenue location which is in a building that kinda looks like an old country home. The Hyde Park one is just in a strip mall so this has some added charm. They really do have the best fried chicken around these parts. I also recommend the macaroni and cheese and their fettuccine is fresh made daily!! The pies make a great desert, but of course I'm partial to the apple pie. It's a great place for a casual dinner or to pick up some quick take-out. I'm getting hungry just writing about it! read more

Went here to eat because a coworker had recommended it. The food took about fifteen minutes. Not bad got a fried chicken breast combo with slaw and a biscuit. The chicken was okay but a little bland and tasteless it needed more seasoning. Wasn't bad though. read more

Worlds best not really but it was very good. The chicken was definitely the best part of out meal with the sides just being run of the mill. The price was good and the service and atmosphere were great. It isn't something I would go out of my way to have but if I was in the area and wanted a good chicken dinner this would be a good spot to hit up. read more

Hitching Post Kellogg - World's Best Fried Chicken - American Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Well, you really should stop here. Don't worry about the neighborhood, or what the building looks like, just park and go right in with confidence. Just wonderful fried chicken. I don't know if it's the best in the whole world because I haven't tasted all the chicken in the whole world but it's the best I've had in the last couple years. The day we were there the grandson was running the place with patience and efficiency and couldn't have been more charming. Just stop there. read more

While they share the same name, don't be fooled that this Hitching Post will serve you the same quality meal as the one in Hyde Park. They have different owners and different menus (besides the fried chicken, of course). When I ordered a pork tenderloin sandwich, the waitress immediately piped in, saying, "That's indigestion on a plate!" I thought she was crazy, but she was right. The sandwich was mostly fat and gristle, and after choking down half of it, I got terrible heartburn. Don't go here. You can do better. read more

I get so tired of paying alot if money for bad food. This is NOT that place. Small, 7 tables.....and outstanding. $15 total for two people and more delicious chicken than we could eat in 3 days. The young dude at the counter, get this, actually cared. Polite, considerate, orders were perfect. Very Route 66 feel to this joint. Amercana at its finest. read more

I eat at the Hitching Post two or three times a month. It's the best fried chicken I've ever had. No, it isn't spicy like Popeye's, but it isn't greasy like Popeye's either. I've fallen into somewhat of a dull routine, in that I always order the same thing. Four piece chicken dinner with fries and cole slaw. That comes with a dinner roll. They have other things on the menu, including daily specials. I just can't bring myself to pass on that crispy deliciousness. Big ups for carrying Coke products, as well. Including Cherry Coke, which isn't terribly commonplace in restaurants. I should also mention their kick ass array of pies and cakes for dessert. The pineapple upside down cake is an excellent choice. You also can't go wrong with a slice of cheesecake or a bowl of cobbler. And at right around $10, it's hard to beat the price. I have never left hungry and my big boy appetite doesn't exactly gravitate towards dainty nibblings. Another thing I appreciate is having the daily newspaper to peruse while waiting for my made to order food, which never takes as long as you'd think it would, for a place that obviously prides itself on freshness. Also, despite paying at the counter at the time of your order, the cashier is always attentive to your needs. A lot of times at other places, once you've settled up on the bill, you become invisible. Not at the Hitching Post. They're always asking how everything tastes, if you'd like a refill on your soda to-go, etc. The lone knock I have on the place is the size of their sides. Please allow me to elaborate. While the amount of fries are ample, anything served in a Styrofoam cup (slaw, beans, etc.) is a bit small for the price. This is especially true, if you're going a la carte, i.e., above and beyond the two that automatically come with your meal. I could also go for a few more side options, like an ear of hot buttered corn on the cob, for example. If Yelp offered partial star ratings, you could call it a 4.9. The only reason I'm not rounding off to a perfect score, is so Nadia Comăneci won't think she can get away with portion control. Gotta keep those 53 year old Romanian gymnasts on their toes, if they're going to remain the best ever. read more

Great fried chicken! Sides are okay but definitely the place to go for fried chicken! Definitely recommend

The Hitching Post has top notch fried chicken. None of the sides on the menu looked or sounded good, so we decided to order a bucket of 13 pieces of chicken ($17) to go and make our own sides at home (see Alex Guarnaschelli's corn bread recipe on foodnetwork.com). We ended up with an extremely affordable (no, cheap!) and delicious dinner for a group of 6. The chicken sat in the box closed up for a good half hour and was still fresh, crispy and delicious when it was time to eat. I understand they fry their chicken in lard, which obviously makes a difference because this chicken is special! The left over fried chicken makes amazing chicken salad. 5 star fried chicken and friendly service on pick up-I can't and won't speak for side items. If you are ordering large quantities for a family reunion or picnic, this is the place to go. read more

Breakfast Club I've been hearing good things about the Hitching Post since I've been in Cincinnati...so I knew I had to put this on the list for breakfast club. It's a little out of the way and once you've passed 3 or 4 cool salvage yards you know you are close. It's a pretty tight squeeze once inside but the tables are filled with friendly regulars that easily make conversation and even passed along a joke or two. Ahh, I feel at home. Back to breakfast...the menu selection is fairly limited but there are some really good options...like the breakfast plate around 5bucks, can't beat that! The breakfast sandwich also looked great. I wish I they served chicken at breakfast so we could have tried what they are so famous for! John, I'd be down for the 100pc chicken, reason to throw a party.woot! Great place, will try for dinner. read more

My food was good and the food came out fast. Workers very friendly. Nice chill place to eat

Great food always pleasant when I go in and fast service highly recommend the fried chicken

Best fried chicken in town!!! Think they are still the only people using lard - best for 40+ years. Fish sandwich, and much more on menu but always get chicken. Try their desserts - pineapple upside down, cobblers, cream pies, etc. change during the week. read more

Best fried chicken hands down. Great service to boot. I love this place!!! Lunch, dinner or great for big family meals or catering read more

This is by far and above my favorite chicken place. They have sides and the like but their chicken is legendary. They are rather quick with the food. The prices are relatively cheap. The chicken is moist and delicious and the breading is crunchy. Relatively large menu for a restaurant for that does only chicken. Go there,indulge in the goodness that is their chicken. read more

Every time we go here it is always great food and great hospitality. If you pay attention to the two running the front they know majority of the people coming in by a first name basis. The fried chicken is definitely the best in town! If you haven't had it yet you must try. Great family restaurant and great food read more

My husband was at work and one of his buddies mentioned it to him. We just tried it and it was AMAZING!!! Im definitely going back!!

Every time I go in, I think about the specials for the day, but then I order the fried chicken. I kind of doubt that it's the best fried chicken in the whole world, but it is as good as any fried chicken I've found in Cincinnati. Good sides, too. And the folks who run it are really attentive. Crowded at lunchtime, though! read more

Always delicious and the employees treat you like family. Highly recommend the chicken.....it lives up to its name "world's best fried chicken" read more

This was nothing special. It says the best fried chicken, but Kroger's fried chicken is better than this. Stay away!

Excellent, inexpensive breakfast. I always get the biscuts and gravy with coffee and bacon. I've never had a bad experiance here with the service or the food. If you get coffee go with the small because they give you refills, the large always gets cold before I finish it. This is truely a hidden gem you should check out. They also have great friend chicken if you want to come in for dinner. read more

Great place for comfort food. They make the best chicken bar none. They have great breakfast combos as well as lunch items. Their meatloaf and mashed potatoes are awesome. read more

Been going here for years,always great homestyle food at a very low price with awesome Americans to serve it to you!

We really loved your chicken, once, how bad it has become, don't know why? Was so good, now, yuck. Had it today, won't again, batter/breading way too thick, smells of old burnt oil. Chicken was tough, in fact gave it to the dog.! It didn't even smell like chicken . What a pity. read more

We have lived in Cincinnati for 43 years and had never tried the Hitching Post chicken, heard about it but never tried it. We go to Lunken Airport to buy summer produce and decided, what the heck why not try it. I walked in to order the chicken, should have known by the smell of the place it was going to be greasy, the chicken was dry, greasy and tastless. We will never go again! read more

I drive by here all the time. Finally came in to test the Worlds Best Fried Chicken claim. It will not disappoint! And you must try the pie! We will be back soon.! read more

The sign says it all " worlds best fried chicken" and boy are they right! I have been coming here for over 25 years and the chicken and service has been consistently fantastic! Do yourself a favor and make it a point to stop by this hidden gem! ( also mashed potatoes are killer) read more

Great breakfast! Will definitely go back to try fried chicken. Good prices! Really nice people!

I had the fried chicken, which was to die for. It was super crispy, not greasy and soggy. It came with cole slaw and potato salad. They were both very good, not bitter like some I've tried. My husband had the chicken fried steak. It was delicious and crispy. Seasoned perfectly. I highly recommend the giant brownie and black berry cobbler for dessert. Delicious! Our total bill was $19 and some change for 2 awesome meals, drinks, and desserts. read more

I have taken my mom to the Hyde Park Hitching Post and last night my husband and our 9 year old ended up in the one down on Kellogg Ave. It isn't enough that they have the best Fried Chicken in the area..... I have never had a dried out leg or breast or wing for that matter in here. No it's a given that the chicken is consistently good in the Hitching Post but then they go out of their way to be nice too. Yeah, crazy, eh? You are good at what you do and instead of being all cocky and exclusive - they allowed us to "dine in" even though after 7:30pm they only do carry out. We were enjoying the best Chicken in Cincinnati AND we were welcomed into a booth to enjoy it. I heard the regulars coming in to pick up their Saturday night suppers.....many probably have been doing this for years and I thought what a great place. The customers and those there to serve - all exchanged pleasantries and asked about family. We were treated as one of their own. Instead of rushing us in and out, they fed us and seemed truly happy to have a little family of three who may not be back for months, join them. We were nourished and satisfied. We noticed the deserts looked good and wished we hadn't ordered a nine-piece meal. Maybe we would have had room for one of those amazing looking brownies or a piece of pie. We had a piece of chicken left, plenty of really good slaw and rolls. We took it all home because it was so good! It was gone before bedtime because my 16 year old knows , good fried chicken is as good hot as it is cold! And the slaw is yummy with biscuits. The mashed potatoes are good but the chicken gravy makes them exceptional! You won't miss KFC and you should not miss a chance to have this Cincinnati institution's chicken. It is the best and the people who run it make it worth becoming a regular! I highly recommend the Hitching Post. read more

Hitching Post Kellogg - World's Best Fried Chicken - Can't get a picture that doesn't include eating.....kids love it! - American Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I've always loved this restaurant they have the best chicken strips, mashed potatoes and cole slaw. My grandparents loved this place

Wow. ...I really don't like to write a review of a restaurant of which I love. (Reason. .I may have to stand BEHIND ANOTHER PERSON MAKING AN ORDER). All jokes aside. This restaurant is top drawer. Only problem for a larger crowd; few tables (if you wish to eat in.First off order the fried chicken. You won't have to choose from crispy or extra crispy because they only have fried chicken. I mean the way fried chicken was mentioned to be served. If you are looking for a all parts ...smashed together chicken nugget; please go to your fast food golden turd arches and you will be happy. Here you get the fried chicken ..yes chicken has bones in them.As in stks..chops ..bone means flavor. If your belt line needs smaller. .go get a tofu salad and show your foodie friends . Lunch times you may have to wait for orders..but who cares..they are made to order. Any and all other items with be great too. Sorry I made this review. ...I'll have to wait. Hint........phone your order and go to the river and enjoy what Cincinnati Ohio truly is. PS don't pass this place on.....You will be second in line. But they do have chicken tenders .......if you must have. read more

I've been to several places on the "Indiana Chicken Trail", and whole they have great fried chicken, the Hitching Post blows them out of the water! Stopped in today about 5pm and the place was hopping, but there were still tables available. We were met with smiles and genuine customer service. When we were finished with out chicken, a delicious slice of apple pie, warmed up, topped off the dinner. All around excellent comfort foor! We'll be back!! read more

Man, what a hidden gem. This place does fried chicken right. Always fresh and light tasting. I understand they still fry with lard, which is a definite plus to the flavor. The sides are generally all good as well, especially the onion rings and cole slaw. Most of the desserts are made in house and hard to pass up as well. read more

This really is THE WORLDS BEST FRIED CHICKEN. Always hot (it's got a good scald). Staff is always friendly. Prices reasonable.

Great food but don't expect anything more. Got a $50 carryout order for a picnic and they begrudgingly provided a couple measly paper plates, napkins, etc. Couldn't even provide butter with a family pack of rolls and were not friendly when asked for it. Not impressed with service. Quit being cheap hitching post! read more

Hitching Post Kellogg - World's Best Fried Chicken - American Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Great food but carry out sometimes get order wrong. Soup and specials are the best. Bring back mushrooms.

After driving by the Hitching Post on Kellogg several times, Steve the dog persuaded me to swing in. It was a quaint little place where you have to do-si-do to move around if more than five people are there. I ordered a three piece dinner with coleslaw and mashed potatoes, Steve had the same. While waiting I kept hearing a voice summoning me....I followed it to the glass case where a beautiful apple pie taunted me relentlessly, I resisted the temptation. Steve and I decided to get our dinners to go, we dug into the chicken, at first I thought ummm... Not the "worlds best", but definitely a contender for the "counties best". Being a coleslaw aficionado I was quite pleased with the flavor and texture of their slaw. I was also pleased with chicken gravy on the potatoes. Steve the dog gives it three wags and I must concur (note: no dogs were harmed by chicken bones in this review. Steve demands deboned chicken. ) read more

I'm rating the food only...since the ambience is lacking. So, the chicken is everything the others have said already and more...fresh, hot, flavorful, and NOT greasy. It seemed as though every order was cooked to order, the wait wasn't long. The dining area is small, but tables clear up quickly and you can sit. We went there for lunch and there wasn't a huge crowd, but a steady stream of people coming in. I had their 3 piece white meat, which was a breast, leg, and wing; this comes with a roll and two sides - I chose fries and cole slaw. Even the fries were HOT and fresh. The mayonnaise based cole slaw was great! Three of us ate for $18 - not a bad deal. read more

Grease spoon breakfast and lunch place. Very friendly staff. If you are looking for a quick, simple bite this might be a good place. We didn't have the chicken, but we hear that is what they are famous for. read more