Byrd’s Hot Chicken Review

Byrd’s Fried Chicken Review

Byrd’s Hot Chicken Review. We’ve all read about the supposed “chicken wars” between the major fast-food chains. There’s a new entrant, and without a doubt, they are the sure winner!

Byrd’s Hot Chicken, a mini-chain with locations in SoCal and Chicago, does one thing and does it well, chicken sandwiches, in your choice of heat level, ranging from none to so super it will make you sweat say some.

The sandwiches are very crispy fried tenders on a nicely toasted bun, topped with pickles and slaw, and is that garlic aioli? (Tenders can also be ordered bunless or in a bowl-type meal. I tried two variations of the sandwich, no-spice, and medium, and the heat on the spice version does come with each bite, but more than that, it stays with you, pleasantly. It’s the chicken itself that has the spice, it’s not just in a spread like the one big chain.

Crinkle-cut fries were my choice of side along with the ultra-creamy slaw. The fries, like the chicken, were perfectly cooked and nicely seasoned. A ramekin of slightly spicy dipping sauce is included. Such a nice chain from the ubiquitous ranch most places insist on serving.

Coca-cola products on tap, including Dole Lemonade, which was a nice complement to the spice.

I was struck by the immaculateness of the restaurant, and the meticulous nature of prep and packaging as I watched the extremely cheerful and polite employees serve us.

Byrd’s will be my chicken of choice going forward. No question.  Byrd’s Menu. Byrd’s Locations.
Byrd’s Fried Chicken Review
Byrd's Fried Chicken Review
Byrd’s will be my chicken of choice going forward. No question.  Byrd’s Menu. Byrd’s Locations.
Byrd’s Fried Chicken Review
Byrd’s will be my chicken of choice going forward. No question.  Byrd’s Menu. Byrd’s Locations.
Byrd’s Hot Chicken Review Byrd’s Fried Chicken Review