What are the best chicken dishes in Miami?

Based on diner recommendations, the best chicken dish in Miami is at Motek Gables. We compared 16 restaurants serving chicken dishes.

How much do chicken dishes cost in Miami?

Chicken dish prices in Miami range from $8.50 to $56.00 across 16 restaurants.

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Best Chicken Dishes in Miami

16 restaurants compared

Price range: $8.50 – $56.00

Avg recommendation: 84%

Top 5 Chicken Dishes in Miami (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 16 restaurants:

Chicken Shawarma at Motek Gables, $14.00 (Coral Gables)
Korean Fried Chicken at Komodo Miami, $18.00 (Brickell)
Lemon Garlic Chicken at Swan, $28.00 (Design District)
Pollo Asado at Puerto Sagua — 90% recommended, $14.50 (South Beach)
Shiso Chicken, Please at Shiso — 89% recommended, $32.00 (Wynwood)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 16 Chicken Dishes

Chicken Shawarma

Motek Gables

Coral Gables·$$

$14.00

Marinated and spit-roasted chicken with sumac, tahini, tomato, and cucumber, served in pita.

Tip: A quick, affordable lunch option. Pair with a side of hummus or crispy cauliflower for a more complete meal under $30.

Korean Fried Chicken

Komodo Miami

Brickell·$$$

$18.00

Crispy fried chicken glazed in gochujang and yuzu, served with pickled vegetables.

Tip: Try this with one of their signature cocktails — the gochujang heat plays well with citrus-forward drinks.

Lemon Garlic Chicken

Swan

Design District·$$$

$28.00

Roasted chicken breast with lemon, garlic, seasonal vegetables, and crispy potatoes.

Tip: A reliable, satisfying main that doesn't pretend to be fussy. Classic French bistro execution.

#490% recommend

Pollo Asado

Puerto Sagua

South Beach·$$

$14.50

Marinated and roasted chicken served with rice, beans, and sweet plantains.

Tip: Order a full chicken and tear it into pieces at the table, then pass it around with the rice and beans family-style. This is how locals do it.

#589% recommend

Shiso Chicken, Please

Shiso

Wynwood·$$$

$32.00

Half fried, half smoked chicken with green onion waffles.

Tip: Order this as a shared main. The green onion waffles are addictive and the contrast of fried and smoked textures makes it memorable.

#687% recommend

Khao Soi

Lung Yai Thai Tapas

Little Havana·$$

$12.00

Coconut-based Northern Thai curry with egg noodles, soft protein, and crispy noodle topping.

Tip: The curry is rich without being heavy. The fried noodle topping adds a textural element that's addictive. This is Lung Yai at its best.

#785% recommend

Roast Chicken

Michael's Genuine Food & Drink

Design District·$$$

$32.00

Half wood-roasted chicken with seasonal vegetables and pan sauce.

Tip: A reliable choice that's frequently on the menu. Roast chicken shouldn't be this good, but Michael's proves it can be.

#885% recommend

Roasted Chicken for Two

The Surf Club Restaurant

Surfside·$$$$

$56.00

Whole bird, brined and roasted until golden, carved at table with pan sauce and root vegetables.

Tip: The roasted chicken for two is substantial and meant for sharing. It's lighter than beef but still feels celebratory.

#984% recommend

Arroz Con Pollo

La Carreta

Little Havana·$

$10.50

Saffron-tinged rice cooked with chicken, peppers, and peas.

Tip: Arroz con pollo offers excellent value — it's a complete meal, very filling, and affordable.

#1084% recommend

Roasted Chicken from the Rotisserie

Casa Tua Cucina

Brickell·$$$

$38.00

Whole rotisserie chicken served with seasonal vegetables and pan sauce.

Tip: Order at the rotisserie station and ask them to cut the bird in front of you — theater and quality in one.

#1183% recommend

Sopa De Pollo

La Carreta

Little Havana·$

$8.50

Chicken soup with avocado, lime, and yellow rice in a large bowl.

Tip: The portions are huge — one bowl easily feeds two people if you're light eaters. Great comfort food on any day.

#1282% recommend

Mojo Chicken Sandwich

Old's Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina

Little Havana·$$

$18.00

Grilled chicken breast marinated in citrus-garlic mojo sauce on Cuban bread.

Tip: If you want something lighter than the traditional ham-and-pork Cubano, this mojo chicken is excellent.

#1382% recommend

Chicken Tikka Masala

Ghee Indian Kitchen

Wynwood·$$

$18.00

Tandoori-cooked chicken in a creamy tomato-based sauce.

Tip: This is a crowd-pleaser for those new to Ghee. Pair it with their naan, which is baked fresh in the tandoor.

#1480% recommend

Karaage

Uchi Miami

Wynwood·$$$

$12.00

Japanese fried chicken with aromatic spices and dipping sauce.

Tip: Get this early in your meal. It's the perfect warm-up to larger mains.

#1580% recommend

Arroz Con Pollo

Old's Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina

Little Havana·$$

$24.00

Saffron rice with chicken, peppers, peas, and olives.

Tip: A solid, filling main course. The saffron and olives make it feel more refined than casual Cuban spots.

#1676% recommend

Greenstreet Salad

Greenstreet Cafe

Coconut Grove·$$

$16.00

Mixed greens with grilled chicken, vegetables, and house vinaigrette.

Tip: This is the go-to for a lighter meal without sacrificing flavor.