Best Fried Chicken in Chicago
4 restaurants compared
Price range: $14.00 – $18.00
Avg recommendation: 91%
Top 4 Fried Chicken in Chicago (Quick Answer)
Our editors' picks across 4 restaurants:
- Kumiko, $16.00 (West Loop)
- Big Jones — score 93/100, $18.00 (Andersonville)
- Longman & Eagle — score 92/100, $18.00 (Logan Square)
- Harold's Chicken Shack — score 88/100, $14.00 (Douglas)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 4 Restaurants Compared
#1
Kumiko
West Loop·$$$$
Karaage
$16.00
Japanese fried chicken — crispy, juicy, and deeply flavored.
Tip: Pairs remarkably well with a spiritfree cocktail or light sake if you prefer non-alcoholic or less intense pairings.
#2Score 93/100
Big Jones
Andersonville·$$
Fried Chicken Dinner
$18.00
Fried in leaf lard and ham drippings, served with two sides and biscuit.
Tip: The fried chicken is the headline—order it and skip everything else on a first visit. You won't regret it.
#3Score 92/100
Longman & Eagle
Logan Square·$$
Fried Chicken with Waffles
$18.00
Spicy-dredged chicken fried in beef fat, served on maple syrup-laced waffles.
Tip: Ask for it with the maple reduction instead of syrup if you want to taste the chicken better.
#4Score 88/100
Harold's Chicken Shack
Douglas·$
Fried Chicken Combo
$14.00
Bone-in fried chicken pieces with fries, bread, and coleslaw.
Tip: Ask for dark meat if you want flavor and juiciness—it holds up better than white meat during frying.