Where is the best fried chicken in New York?

Based on diner recommendations, the best fried chicken in New York is at Amy Ruth's (99% recommended). We compared 10 restaurants serving fried chicken.

How much does fried chicken cost in New York?

Fried Chicken prices in New York range from $8.50 to $29.00 across 10 restaurants.

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Best Fried Chicken in New York

10 restaurants compared

Price range: $8.50 – $29.00

Avg recommendation: 95%

Top 5 Fried Chicken in New York (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 10 restaurants:

Amy Ruth's — 99% recommended, $24.50 (Harlem)
Charles Pan-Fried Chicken — 99% recommended, $18.95 (Harlem)
Sylvia's — 99% recommended, $25.00 (Harlem)
Kanyakumari — 98% recommended, $22.00 (Union Square)
Atoboy — 95% recommended, $24.00 (NoMad)

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

All 10 Restaurants Compared

#199% recommend

Amy Ruth's

Harlem·$$

The Rev. Al Sharpton

$24.50

The signature dish of fried or smothered chicken served with a large, fluffy waffle.

Tip: Get the fried chicken, not the smothered, if you want to experience the crunch of the skin against the soft waffle. One order is more than enough for a large meal.

#299% recommend

Charles Pan-Fried Chicken

Harlem·$$

Pan-Fried Chicken

$18.95

Chef Charles' legendary chicken, fried by hand in large cast-iron skillets.

Tip: This is different from deep-fried chicken—don't expect a thick, craggy crust. The beauty is in the thin, seasoned skin. The dark meat (thighs and legs) is the best way to experience his technique.

#399% recommend

Sylvia's

Harlem·$$$

Sylvia's World Famous Fried Chicken

$25.00

Classic Southern fried chicken served with choice of traditional sides.

Tip: Get it 'smothered' in gravy if you want the full experience. The gravy is incredibly rich and flavor-dense. For sides, the collard greens and mac & cheese are the mandatory choices.

#498% recommend