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Underdog Hot Chicken

4.5 (248 reviews)
Closed • 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM
Updated 3 months ago

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I went with the Combo1 and honestly, it was SO good. The chicken was fried to perfection -- crispy, golden, super flavorful on the outside, and still juicy and tender inside. The burger is massive (like seriously, one could feed two people if you're not super hungry). Totally worth the price and such a great value. Only thing is, by the time I got to the last few bites, it started to feel a little heavy. But overall? 100% recommend if you're craving a big, satisfying chicken burger.

Maggie Z.

Came back for the hot chicken sandwich and it's delicious! Batter is so light and crispy and super juicy. Though I got hot, it's barely anything. One of the best fried chicken sandwiches for sure As for the sides, would pass on them... the potato salad was so overwhelmingly tasting of corn and the fried pickles were not fried enough or with any flavor

Combo - chicken tender wrap with side Mac and cheese
Wendy C.

Very clean and open inside. We ordered online and picked up inside, staff was very friendly and efficient. We ordered one combo with 2 pieces (medium spicy, it was spicier than most places' medium level spice) and it comes with a side, we went with Mac and cheese. The second combo was chicken tender wrap with Mac and cheese. The chicken wasn't dry, right crisp, came with coleslaw inside the wrap, if you don't want something heavy, the wrap is a good balance with something fried. The Mac and cheese was ok, nothing too special or flavorful, might try the fried pickles or Cajun fries next time instead.

Chicken Sandwich Only
Zaraid J.

Flavors - 4/5 Textures - 4.5/5 Presentation - 4/5 Value for Money - 4.2/5 Would return? Yes First impressions? This sandwich is no joke--it's hefty and it slaps just by the looks of it. I opted for their fried chicken sandwich at a Medium heat level. Classic Nashville hot chicken flavors shine through, though the Medium heat level leaned towards the mild side. The chicken itself was crispy, with a thin batter that held its ground, though it verged on the dry side. The size of the sandwich throws off the proportions, making it a bit tricky to get that perfect bite with everything. The pickles are the secret sauce here--they tie it all together beautifully.

Donna L.

Really good fried chicken sandwich spot in Allston. I was skeptical when I walked in because it was so empty. We got the chicken sandwich-mild combo with cajun fries. My cousin got their bowl with mashed potatoes, corn, chicken, and gravy. If you like the one from kfc, you'll like this. I was surprised the chicken stayed crispy even in the gravy. I love fried chicken sandwiches and this one was an 8/10. I love that they give you gloves to eat the sandwich.

Amazing chicken and sandwich. Highly recommended. The service was kind of slow for fast food, but it was still not sub par.

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Della S.

I'm so impressed by the quality of chicken here! Each piece is fried to perfection-- the breading is crispy, crunchy, and flavorful, while the chicken itself is super tender, moist, and lightly seasoned. No dry or soggy chicken at Underdog! I decided to go for their combo #2 which had 3 tenders and 1 side for $14. The tenders came with some of their dipping sauce which was a flavorful spicy mayo. I got the tenders with their "crazydog" spice level-- if you have a high spice tolerance, this is a good spice level for you! It had a manageable spice level for me. For my side I got their fried pickles and was shocked at how massive the portion was. Their pickles are sliced thinly and the breading on them is thick. The pickle got a little soft from being fried but the breading more than made up for the crunchiness. Like others have said, this is not the cleanest meal you'll eat but they do provide gloves!

Donald S.

Fried chicken is life! It's 2022....I am done making excuses for my chicken habit. If there's a fried chicken sandwich to be had, I will unapologetically answer the call :-) Underdog hot chicken...has there ever been a better name? One of the newer additions to the ever changing Allston food scene features a simple concept, simple menu, but big big flavors. Nashville hot inspired chicken doesn't get enough shine if you ask me. Well....in this case chicken tenders. I'll admit a tender sandwich isn't only different, but it almost feels sacrilegious. Underdogs sandwich features 2 huuuuge crispy and juicy chicken tenders(your choice of heat level), topped with coleslaw. Normally I am not fan of slaw but this provides a good cooling element to balance the heat. The breading could have used a little more seasoning in my opinion, but this is overall a great sandwich. The real underdog here are the fries. Hot, crispy, well seasoned. Easily one of the more enjoyable fries I've had in a very long time and instantly my favorite version In the city. Fans of chicken sandwiches unite....Underdog is not to be slept on!

Jenn L.

Came here on a Friday night and it wasn't too busy as I assume we arrived pretty late near closing time. Food came out at a decent time. I got the sandwich, fried oreos, lemon fries, cajun fries. The cajun fries had the right amount of spice and crisp to it. The sandwich was mid, not sure if I would order again. The chicken definitely had to be juicier. The fried oreos were also mid...would not order again. I would come back for the fries!!

Huge moist chicken tenders
Jay M.

Excellent chicken ... eaten there few times and consistently moist, fresh. Have multiple heat ranges to choose from... I started at medium and now mild and still plenty heat. Tried the fried Oreos and they were good, but should use the double stuff ones as more cream needed in fried cookie... Staff a well oiled machine as tons of Uber eats or other delivery pickups non stop... prices reasonable too ... I wish this place was around when I was a college person in area ...

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Logan D.

3.5/5 Pros: -Crispy chicken -Huge sandwiches! -Good variety of sides Cons: -Would be great to have a sandwich only option instead of having to buy a combo -Would also be great to have a spice option in between mild (which tastes sweet) and medium (which is pretty spicy--even spicier than the Nashville hot at Upper Crust, which is still my #1 local spicy chicken sandwich) -The sandwich is made of tenders which is kind of unwieldy Overall, this is definitely a spot for fried chicken sandwich fans to check out!

Andrea L.

Wow, this place is really really good! I got the chicken sandwich combo with fries, and it took a while for the food to be ready but that's because they freshly prepare it to order which I really appreciate. The chicken was so crispy and moist, and the breading never really got soggy even though I had leftovers the next day. Fries were also crisp and delicious. I only wish we had the option to do 2 half sides! It's a bit pricey for just fries and a sandwich, and I noticed that the combo used to come with a drink, but not anymore. Drink options are just canned sodas or water, so it's really not a huge cost for the store. Nonetheless, it's worth paying extra for the quality of the food!

Woo K.

There are a few things I really want to look for in a chicken Sammy. The bread was good. Nothing got soggy. It was thick and tasted great. Chicken was moist. Had good crunch from batter. But the sauce had no flavor but spicy. You know? I wish it had more flavor. But.. the kaleslaw. Omg. It. Was. Amazing. The slaw overshadowed everything. It made the sandwich for me. Sauce had no flavor? Np. The slaw got you.

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Does the potato salad have bacon in it?

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Is there egg in the batter? I have egg allergy.

Yes, there is egg in the batter.

Can you just buy an order of wings?

Yes! The whole wing can be bought individually for 3 dollars a piece.

Is it halal chicken?

Sorry, the chicken is not halal.

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Buttermilk & Bourbon - 2 Fried Chicken Sliders and  Fried Chicken

Buttermilk & Bourbon

4.0(1.3k reviews)
2.8 mi•Back Bay
•$$

Great food and drinks! The biscuits are delicious. Mario was an awesome server! We will definitely…read morebe coming back.

This was an amazing find of a restaurant on our little trip to Boston. As of many of the other…read morereviews state, the biscuits are a must. They were the dark horse that I never would have thought about ordering normally. Biscuits for dinner? Eh. But they were delicious and lighter than expected and the pimento cheese I could have ate by the spoonfuls. The oysters were clean and delicious. Everything you hope to have from Northeast oysters especially being from Texas where most of the places here serve Gulf oysters that don't even come close to comparing. I could have drank the mignonette. The pimento mac n cheese was on point and flavorful (and again that pimento cheese, yum). The wagyu burgers were so good. The burger was tender and flavorful, the bread was soft and light and slightly sweet, and the onion ring added a great texture to the mix. Think of a amped up western burger. The ambiance was a cool vibe yet a home feel. We were seated quickly but it took awhile for anyone to acknowledge us. Service was good once it started and the food came out quickly. If we ever make it back to Boston, it will definitely be on our list to revisit. Great late dinner spot. Simple foods done right. (Oh, and the drinks were delicious. I wanted to try them all. Mine tasted exactly like an apple pie.)

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Buttermilk & Bourbon - The other side of the  restaurant. Our reservation was late and we literally were the last to leave .

The other side of the restaurant. Our reservation was late and we literally were the last to leave .

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Rose Tapas - Porkbelly ceviche

Rose Tapas

3.3(50 reviews)
5.7 mi•East Boston

Came here to celebrate a few friends birthday so we had a pretty big group. We made a reservation…read morebeforehand with a $20 deposit each person so we were able to get a long table in the middle. Despite it not being busy when we arrived, the service remained slow throughout the night. I know we had a big table but half the time our waiter was nowhere to be found and we constantly had to ask the hostess. The water cups were a little small than other restaurants but refills were slow as well. There is one stall so later in the night the line for the bathroom started to get long so keep that in mind. We got a few apps, I definitely would recommend the asian style chicken wings and the calamari those were the best in my opinion especially the wings the sauce on that was delicious. Other than those two, the other tapas had smaller portions and weren't worth getting in my opinion. The main dishes weren't worth getting. They had ran out of bolognese which most people had planned on getting. The other pastas weren't good, the bread was also stale, almost tasted like they reheated it from frozen. I was also expecting a crispy chicken but I think it was grilled and was just really hard. The drinks were good, on the pricier side but worth it compared to everything else.

I came here to celebrate my friend's birthday, and let me start by saying... a time was definitely…read morehad. Our waiter was amazing--attentive, friendly, and full of great recommendations. Always a good sign when the service sets the tone early. For starters, we ordered the ceviche, and whew--so fresh and delicious. Absolutely did what it needed to do. We also tried the plantain bowls. While they could've benefited from a sauce or a little extra something to really bring it home, the portion size was impressive, so no complaints there. Now let's talk about the mocktail, because it quite literally blew my wig back. Delicious, refreshing, and the presentation? A full 10/10. Cameras were definitely out. The aesthetics of this place are beautiful--clean, stylish, and very much a foodie influencer's playground. If you enjoy a good ambiance with your meal, this spot delivers visually. For my main, I ordered the steak frites. The fries were crunchy, well-fried, and nicely seasoned--no notes there. The steak, however, was a bit underwhelming. Not bad by any means, just missing something I couldn't quite put my finger on. My taste buds were searching, but the spark never fully showed up. We ended the night with tres leches for my friend's birthday, and honestly, it was one of my favorite tres leches I've had. Moist, flavorful, and the perfect sweet ending. Don't come for me--I'm just speaking my truth. Overall, I'd rate the food a solid 3.5/5, but I'd definitely return to try another dish because the service, drinks, and ambiance were all strong. Parking can be a bit of a challenge, but you'll manage. Worth the visit.

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Rose Tapas - Dining area

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Olespana Whiskey & Tapas - Beyond Vegan burger

Olespana Whiskey & Tapas

4.2(54 reviews)
1.8 mi

I feel like a lot of my reviews these days are post-mortems…read more.. Sad to see this place close recently, but I saw the warning signs. I've mainly visited here mid-week. While I know mid-week is a slow period, but it can't be dead. Every occasion I've visited, you might see a couple of people at the bar but the tables are all empty. Which is sad because... The food was pretty solid and affordable. The tapas fare is pretty conventional, which can be good. The croquettes were crispy enough and flavorful. The lamb chops were also flavorful, while being tender and not over-seared. The patatas bravas were hot and crispy. The paella for two, at a decent $35 price, had a good amount of rice and seafood. The seafood might've been a little overcooked but it's hard to time it. The churros made for a nice ending, with a lovely chocolate dipping sauce. They had vegan tapas options, which was good for some in my party. However, the menu was a bit too extensive. They had menu options from seemingly all places and that does not make life easy for BOH. Service was generally okay, but seemingly stretched. Even though there weren't many customers in mid-week, staff appeared to have a variety of tasks. So sometimes we weren't checked on for long stretches. The spot was a former bar, so it had that bar atmosphere. It's located in a decent area, so I hope something good rises out of the ashes.

Solid tapas spot in Watertown if you don't feel like trekking further into Boston. From a quick…read morecompare of the menu here versus the menu for Barcelona Wine Bar, the prices are about the same or cheaper, especially for the seafood paella for two ($35 at Olespana, which was a sizable portion, versus BWB's $56). Plus, Olespana has a parking lot in the back, as well as abundant metered options along Wells Avenue, which is always a plus in my book. Here were the dishes we ordered, ranked from favorite to least: 1. Patatas with garlic aioli - you cannot go wrong with the combo of basically french fries and mayo but definitely eat this as soon as it hits your table. Otherwise the fries turn mushy, doubly so from the sauce. If you're with a large group, definitely order two of these. 2. Seafood paella - I'm by no means a paella expert but I was impressed by the crunchy bits of rice on the bottom and how flavorful it was. A good amount of different seafood, including shrimp, mussels, clams, and squid, but I would've liked to see the shrimp a little less pink. 3. Garlic mushrooms - I'm a fiend for mushrooms and will order it any time I spot it on the menu, though I'm partial to when they either fry or sauté so the mushrooms get these nice crispy edges. These were a touch too heavy on the sauce, which was very acidic, but I finished pretty much the whole plate of it on my own. 4. Croquettas - Wasn't a fan of the mushy insides though my cousin loved them. 5. Beet salad - Eh. At this point, I should give up on ordering salads in restaurants when I can make them easily at home. The balsamic vinegar dressing was way too tart and I've decided I'm not a fan of oranges in salads. Overall, a fun eclectic spot to eat some tapas and drink whiskey. I got a kick out of how their menu has a section of tapas from other countries, including the USA - our featured options were wings and steak tips. That said, the menu is way too sprawling for its own good - tapas, burgers, pizza, and nachos? That might explain the inconsistency in the dishes we ordered.

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Olespana Whiskey & Tapas - Shot over the bar.

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Bocado Tapas Wine Bar - Pulpo a Feira

Bocado Tapas Wine Bar

4.3(695 reviews)
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A lovely restaurant, classy & approachable with a lively atmosphere & fun vibe. Great, tasty…read moreSpanish tapas, we usually go during a birthday or celebration. Food is adventurous & bold; memorable meals over the years: Fried Goat cheese with charcuterie meats, manchego cheese & french bread, have to do The Bocado Experience for 2 or 4, Jamon Iberico, Pato (duck pastrami w sherry glaze), tuna poke, atun de bocado (seared yellowfin saku tuna), braised pork belly, Spanish octopus, mussels in cream sc, twin mini Kobe style beef burgers, venison, fried calamari, lollipop lamb chops, seared beef tenderloin, classic paella & Paella de Mariscos, & baked flan for dessert. Just so fascinating - their chefs can put out such tasty small plates so quickly, each packed with such fresh & exciting flavors, always cooked to perfection (never over or under cooked). Get the sangria pitchers, bar is always packed & hopping. Dining room just got a refresh, but was beautiful even before with a great atmosphere also. Our least favorite was the rabbit (way too many small bones to pick out).

We came on a Friday during Restaurant Week as a party of four, three adults and one toddler. The…read morefood was delicious and our server was friendly. The ambiance was cozy and inviting, though our table was in the middle of the aisle which felt a bit cramped. Unfortunately, the service itself was inconsistent. We had to ask for bread three times. When we ordered two brownies and one coffee, we were brought one brownie and two coffees. At the end of the meal, we asked for both my meal and my son's meal to be wrapped to go. My son's plate was accidentally thrown away because other plates were stacked on top of it. When I asked about it, the server explained what happened but did not offer to remake it, remove it from the bill, or apologize, which was disappointing. That said, it was a busy Friday during Restaurant Week, so I would consider coming back and hope the service is smoother next time. While writing this review, I actually received a text from the restaurant letting me know we left our son's plate behind, which was thoughtful and appreciated. If Yelp allowed half stars, I would give 3.5.

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Bocado Tapas Wine Bar - One of the new dining/bar areas in the expanded space.

One of the new dining/bar areas in the expanded space.

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Grilled Octopus

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Moonstones - A great shot of the raw bar and chef's table at Moonstones.

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3.9(535 reviews)
20.5 mi
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I love Moonstones, and I've been to this restaurants many times though I haven't been here since…read moreCovid happened. It was nice to be back again for a Sunday brunch. I was looking forward to their red velvet pancakes, but unfortunately, they ran out (mind you, that was around 11:30am and I believe they had just opened at 10:30am). We were also surprised that they don't have any non-dairy, plant-based milk. My sister drinks her coffee with almond milk, but they didn't have it or any alternatives so she opted just to add sugar. There was also a DJ playing music. We enjoyed his music though we didn't think it went with the ambience of the restaurant. It was also loud at some point, and we noticed someone asked the DJ to take it down a notch. I got their Classic Eggs Benedict, which had a poached egg, Canadian bacon, hollandaise, and an English muffin with some greens. My sister got their Call It Breakfast, which had some scrambled eggs, bacon, home fries, english muffin. Overall, our food was great, and our server was very attentive. We will, for sure, be back again, and hopefully they'll have the red velvet pancakes. Their Szechuan Eggplant and Tofu dish is also a must try!

We were a big group of 12. They put us in a private room and it was fun. The waitress was very…read morepatient and attentive. The food was pretty good, I was hoping better but good. The price is pretty high but it was our choice not to go into Boston. For what it's worth considering the limited amount of places you can go to... it was good. I'd give it 5 stars of it wasn't so pricey.

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Moonstones - The main dining room at Moonstones.

The main dining room at Moonstones.

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