I've been wanting to check out Birdbox for a while for the claw attached to your chicken sando. If you're coming here, you've probably seen it and here for that too. I was surprised to find that it's a ghost kitchen. You walk behind the coffee shop and order from a kiosk with many other restaurants to order from as well. My order took 15 minutes and within the estimated time frame that they gave you. Once my order was ready, I clicked to open via text and the locker popped open with my bag --viola! I ordered the Claude the Claw ($18.99) with medium spicy sauce on the side. The sandwich is pretty huge. I like how they wrapped the sandwich around the claw sticking out from the bottom. I did take it out of the wrapper for the picture, but suggest you keep the wrapper on as it gets messy to eat. The spices and flavor is delicious and the chicken is crispy and tender. It's a great Nashville hot chicken sandwich overall. While the claw is insta-worthy, it's not quite worth the extra $4 (plus you can't really even eat it, so it's all for show). I'd suggest getting the claw for your first time, but I'd get the regular sandwich in the future for the lower price. read more

Birdbox - Claude the Claw. - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

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Could this be the best chicken sandwich? I have to admit, it's a weird to see a chicken leg sticking out of the sandwich. It doesn't serve much purpose other than adding a quirky charm. That said, the sandwich itself is great. The chicken is perfectly seasoned, and the spicy, smoky sauce complements it beautifully. It's a solid, flavorful sandwich that's definitely worth trying. You will need to decide for yourself if it lives up to the hype. A heads up, the place can be tricky to find. It's tucked inside a building behind the coffee shop that Google Maps directs you to, and seating is very limited. read more

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I didn't realize that it's like a ghost kitchen that has multiple establishments that you can order from. I ordered from the kiosk and it texts you when you the order is ready and you click a link to unlock the door for pickup. It took about 15 min at 12pm. The meal was packaged very well! There's seats and standing tables if you wanted to eat inside. The chicken breast sando classic was a very large piece of meat, but also very juicy with a nicely flavored breading, not too thick and not overpowering. I think the toasted seasame bun gave the sandwich a lot more dynamic flavor. The coleslaw provided a little more moisure to the bite along with the Yeayo sauce. Overall, I was not a huge fan of the sauce but understand that the nutritional yeast gives it a more umami and unique flavor. read more

Birdbox - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Birdbox isn't your typical restaurant--definitely giving ghost kitchen vibes, but don't let that stop you. The food delivers big time. I had the Claude sandwich with the chicken claw, and it was amazing. The claw doesn't have much meat, but it's super Instagrammable and a fun touch. The sandwiches themselves are fat, juicy, and insanely crispy--exactly what you want from fried chicken. Only downside? The sauces are $1 extra, and the portion is pretty small, which felt a bit steep. But if you do get one, make it the Money Sauce--a sweet honey drizzle that seriously elevates the sandwich. Would I order again? Absolutely. Just be ready to eat with napkins nearby--this is messy, indulgent goodness. read more

Birdbox - Claude The Claw - ONLY on our App or Website - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

My friend who was in town for a work event suggested this spot. She said it was on ig, and the lines were really long on the posts. However, we got there and lined up before it even opened. The line was barely there. It was a bit on the pricey side. Since the food hall was being renovated, you can only order food, and they bring it out to you. So, we had to search for a spot to eat the food. I'm not sure if the area where the coffee stand was at could be used by the bird box patrons. Food wise, we ordered the spicy chicken claw sandwich and the regular chicken sandwich. We asked if we could have it cut in half or at least give us a plastic knife for us to cut it. But neither of what was requested was done. Oh, wells. Also, we placed an order for some fries, too. Overall, everything was good, but it wasn't amazing that I would line up to get it again. read more

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Best fried chicken sandwich I have ever had, even better than the fried chicken from Jacob's Pickle which is a close second. I had Claude the Claw - the claw itself was honestly just a gimmick for social media. The meat though was extremely tender and juicy. The sauce it came with was almost herbaceous and extremely umami (Michelin 2 star quality i would argue). The crispy fried dough around the chicken was very tasty as well. The Cole slaw was not creamy or sweet, very refreshing and light. If it wasn't 10000 calories I'd probably eat one every week. I went 5 min after they opened and was the last person before the Claude sold out. It was a half hour wait to order then 15-20 min to get the food. (Honestly just skip the claw.). I probably won't get it again soon because I don't want a heart attack. But definitely adding to the must do recommendation list for when friends visit NYC etc. read more

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TL;DR: Great chicken sandwiches. Ultra crispy, great sauce. Line up early, apparently they do sell out. Takeout only, too. Lined up about 30min before opening on a weekday. There was already a line and it grew a good bit more (at least ten more or so individuals/groups) by the time of opening. Ordered around 6:10 and got my food around 6:30. Seems like the usual cadence at least when opening is a 15-20min turnaround from ordering. Got the Claude sandwich (classic) with spicy yeyao sauce and money sauce. Also made it a combo so it came with fries. Order came out to be about $27 which is $$$$, but what isn't in NYC? The sandwich itself is very crispy. They really nailed it with the breading. I think the chicken is pretty well-seasoned, although the sauce itself is really what gives it that main distinct flavor (sorta like a raising cane's conundrum). Money sauce is also a nice sweet umami honey. I think the claude sandwich specifically with the leg is a bit gimmicky/for the Instagram influencers, but I recognize it's also a commentary from the founder that's meant to prove that these chickens were well cared for instead of raised in a factory farm. Overall, it's a nice treat! Not sure if I'd wait that long again by myself, but definitely a top choice for anyone looking for a great chicken sandwich. read more

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One of the best chicken sandwiches I've ever had. The chicken was well marinated and so juicy! Also spice was really well balanced. Just wished they had more seating read more

The spot was really cool because you don't have to interact with any people during the whole process. You order from a kiosk and the food gets delivered to a locker where you get a code to unlock it. We came here quite hungry, and we each got the claw sandwich and we got some fries as well. Something that way quickly learned as we began eating was that this meal was pretty heavy. There was a lot of chicken and the sheer amount of fried foods made it difficult to digest everything. At the end of the day while it's a very very tasty chicken sandwich I would almost up to split one with people and have something else that's nice and refreshing on the side to cut that richness. It was delicious, but it was too much. read more

After seeing birdbox open, I have always wanted to try it and finally did last week! Got Claude the claw--I loved chewing on the claw with the tendon and crispy bits. The chicken sandwich itself was also incredible. The chicken was so flavorful, juicy, crunchy and crispy (even the next day, I separated it from the buns and it was still crispy!!). Loved the pickles and slaw too. I am a sucker for waffle fries and theirs are crack; the seasoning definitely has some sugar to make it all the more savory. Can't wait for my next visit! read more

Birdbox - Claude the Claw and waffle fries - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Hmm, feels like the previous reviews are coordinated... this was mid at best. Pros - Very Large Portion, Nice Packaging Cons - Bland flavor, not juicy, horrible signage, plastic hanging down from ceiling that you have to step through to order from a kiosk, no attendant or person visible, no human interaction - you order, get a code sent to your phone that unlocks a locker once your order is ready - bizarre overall! There's no storefront or signage for the place, it's a "virtual" food hall / ghost kitchen. I walked by it 4 times before I found it despite being a native New Yorker and extremely familiar with this street - it's right next to Sony Hall, which I've been to a 100+ times... but still very hard to find! You order from a screen with about 20 different "restaurant" menus and then just wait... 2 other people - a girl who ordered before me & an UberEats dude both asked me and each other if we worked there. Super confusing and awful system. The food was also not worth the experience - 1 and Done for me! Def won't be back, way too many better options in NYC. Maybe the original West Coast spot is better, it would have to be... Skip this & hit a Chick-fil-A or better yet go to Sweet Chick if you're near one for superior service & a much better food experience! read more

Birdbox - Birdbox Chicken Sandwich - okay, not great - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Honest review of BirdBox chicken sandwich: Apparently 3rd time was a charm! I put my Birdbox order in the day before for 11:30am, took the subway to the location on 245 W 46th St New York 10036 and still had to wait 15 more mins for my order(no big deal. Good things come to those who wait). I Received my order and made my way back to the office where I had a homeless dude ask if I had any change or food lol, I gave him a 5 because I wasn't parting ways with the sandwich lol. When I opened the bird box in my head I can here the Awwwwwwwwwh sound like I was about to step through heavens gates, I braced myself just in case it was another Instagram hype so I slowly bit into Claude the claw(deboned Thigh and leg filet with a catchy name)and boooy let me tell you the crisp from that sandwich echoed off the walls, the chicken was fried to perfection, so tender, so juicy....just the right amount of spice you would expect from a creation by Chris Bleidorn 2 star Michelin chef and owner of Birdsong located in California. You know how they say Chick-fil-a chicken tastes like it was raised by both parents, well this chicken taste like it was raised by both parents, and they attended every event in this chickens life making it feel loved and cherished lol. I also tried the yeaho sauce that comes with the sandwich...it was creamy and earthy but I will say Chick-fil-a sauce outshines it there! For those a little put off by the chicken foot attached to this chickentasitc creation you can always get the chicken breast sandwich. If you are in the NYC Time Square area plan accordingly, order ahead through their website and enjoy one of the best chicken sandwiches I have ever tried! read more

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Stop trying to make everything look cool and provocative! I just came back from eating their chicken sandwich. And by "came back" I mean from a food hall close to the location because they don't have indoor dining. I think despite all of the pain points to get to eat this chicken I still would've given it 3 stars for being ok. But a nausea set in after I was done eating. My friend didn't have any, until when we started walking and voluntarily throwing up seemed like an ideal solution. It was just god-awfully greasy. Which is weird because it didn't taste greasy. We know it was greasy because when you first grab the sandwich, your hand is enveloped in oil. Both of our sandwiches. Wait... both of our $20 sandwiches mid sandwiches. Let that price sink in. He actually paid even more because he ordered a regular chicken sandwich by accident. Flicking through the menu, it's very easy to overlook that you might not be ordering the instagramable Claude sandwich. I attached "claw"/leg was designed to be pulled out and consume like a drumstick. It was fairly meatless and largely for show. I opted for the mild and although a delicately fried chicken, it was pretty tasteless. I suspect it's designed to be scaled up for spicy. My friend opted for the spicy and it was heavy on flavor. Honestly some bites were too concentrated with their spices but he seemed ok with it. At the end of the day, this chicken was for the eyes and not the stomach. read more

We got there right as they opened and there was a bit of a wait to order. Once ordered it took about 20 minutes to get our food. The food itself came extremely well packaged, the presentation was way beyond what I've seen for a chicken sandwich. The food itself was amazing. The sandwich was flavorful, satisfying, and huge so it was a meal and a half on its own. The fries were also surprisingly good. Would recommend everyone try this place once read more

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Great chicken sammie and fries! The place is located in a "food hall" where you order at the kiosk and when the food is ready it is placed in a locker where you can unlock it. The sandwich was big and juicy and attached to the chicken feet! Loved the sauce and the waffle fries. Beware - the sandwhich is a bit pricey at 18.99 and fries around 4 99. Definitely come try it if you're interested! I'll be back occasionally as it's good quality though pricey. read more

Birdbox - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

It was ok, nothing special in my opinion. They say it's freshly cooked deep fried but the seasoning was not the best for me. It tasted bland. If you do not like seeing a leg of a chicken on a chicken sandwich, you might not want to order here but maybe chick fil a lol. There was no seating area inside, it's one of those places you order on the tablet, get your order, then you leave. Wasn't dirty though, but decent. Close to time square read more

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They are located a little off 8th Ave. you could easily pass them by since there is no storefront. Surprisingly there was no line at 1pm on a Saturday. You order at a kiosk then stand outside waiting for your order. I only ordered the crispy chicken sandwich and it took about 5 minutes to get it. They still had Claude the Claw available. I didn't order it thinking it'd be too much and I wouldn't eat the claw. There's no place to sit so I took my sandwich home. I thought the initial bits of the chicken were good if not a little bland. I regretted not buying a sauce to add some flavor. By the end of the sandwich the chicken was very tough. I couldn't really eat it so I was a bit disappointed. Glad I gave it a try but can't see myself going back. read more

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Arrived on a Friday at 6:45 and took 30 minutes to order and wait for our food. They were out of the famous claws, so my BF and I each got the Quarter Chicken Birdbox. These were huge and we could have easily shared. Overall the chicken was good. Wish there had been some dark meat, but the white meat was very tender and moist. Definitely recommend opting for the glaze. The Yeayo sauce didn't do much for me and I regretted not going with the spicier option. Fries were fine, but not particularly memorable. Glad to have tried, but probably a one and done for me. read more

Probably one of the best hot chicken sandwich's I've ever ate. I had to get the normal one as they didn't have the one with the whole foot sticking out of it available. It had so much flavor and the spice just hit right. Super solid. Also they package it up so well too that everything stays the same as when it was constructed so it will survive a long walk after you pick it up to go. read more

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Got the spicy chicken sandwich for takeout. Was not impressed with the flavor. I don't want to ding them for it not being crispy bc it was delivery and probably got a bit soggy in transport. Fries were good. read more

My coworker put me on to this place and said we should try the Claude chicken sandwich. We got there around 11 a.m., and already there was a line. Waited on the line for another 15 minutes and waited for the sandwich, probably for another 10 to 15 minutes. The sandwich is huge. It's very crispy and juicy. It wasn't bad at all, but I am not sure if it lives up to the hype, in my opinion. I would definitely go again and get the spicy falcon chicken sandwich. read more

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Best chicken sandwich hands down in nyc, or maybe anywhere. They have to improve the wait though, I waited over 30 minutes before they even opened and waited another 40 minutes to receive my order from the time they opened. Despite the wait, it's still worth the price and hype. If you get only 1 sandwich, you have to get the clutch. The crunch, flavor and size of the sandwich is unreal. read more

Birdbox - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

They finally have something for vegetarians! I got to try the Hen of the Woods sandwich when my company ordered catering to the office. The bites are juicy even with the deep crispy fry but its crunch is just accentuated even more by the dried veggie flakes that are packed on. So now I'm wanting to try this sandwich again which is weird for me because mushrooms are usually not really my go to, but it's a very different sandwich. Also I'm thinking it'll be even fresher then since our team had a meeting run late, and I'll update this when I get to The packaging is great too. They had a really pleasant feel and seemed to do a nice job keeping everything together. All in all looking forward to trying it again, maybe even in person this time read more

Birdbox - HEN OF THE WOODS VEG - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

The hype is real with this one. Spicy chicken sandwich was actually spicy. It's was amazing. Also get the honey on the side. read more

Birdbox - Spicy chicken sandwich. - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Birdbox NYC Experience fried chicken like never before, crafted by a two Michelin-starred chef Chris Bleidorn created this fried chicken recipe and it is seriously SO good! NYC's newest gem, Bird Box, redefines fried chicken with its hidden sandwich shop. San Francisco's viral sensation has arrived in New York, claw and all. Introducing Claude the Claw: a daring sandwich featuring a chicken leg and thigh, complete with the claw (There are delicious breast pieces and full whole wings available as well). This unique culinary experience involves a seven-day process. The chicken is slow-brined in a salt bath, marinated in buttermilk curry for five days, then double-fried and basted in a spiced duck fat mixture. Feel good about visiting this spot, knowing their chickens are organic and free-range. They're a ghost kitchen so this fried chicken is only available for pick up. The address, 245 West 46th Street, just east of Eighth Avenue, turned out to be backstage food hall, made to look like a Broadway theater. Times Square, New York City @followers read more

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came to this place for the first time. i purchased two chicken sandwiches that were poorly made at the location at 245 west 46th street. two claude the claw and 2 fries. we have a problem because both our sandwiches were swimming in oil dripping and it tasted like old oil that hasn't been changed in a while. it was the same for the fries. i came back to the location to see if they coukd fix it and they refused saying i need to contact the ig account because they are not responsible for the recipes. they just cook them and that it is fried food so its going to be oily. so there was no care given. i need my full refund back to my card. i could always blast it on sm but i rather speak to you here first. i hope to hear from someone quickly. i reached out to their ig account as well as filing a complaint through the link on the receipt. i have yet to receive anyone taking accountability or trying to refund my money. they didnt even want to replace the sandwiches. i told them noway this is worth $60!!!!!! read more

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These mouth watering chicken wings were absolutely amazing! We heard how they are prepared meticulously over multiple days, and these wings really did pack a flavor punch that's hard to beat. The meat is succulent and falls right off the bone, just marinated to perfection. We ordered up a bunch on delivery for our game night watch party and we got our food fast. We all liked how the wings were well seasoned with just the right balance of spices and savory flavor. If you're looking for quality chicken and a satisfying family meal, these wings are a choice. Strong recommend and so delicious!! read more

The most unique chicken sandwich in NYC. No doubt. Worth the wait! Food: I've never had a more delectable bite of food. And I say "bite" because I inhaled it after the first bite of The Claude -- their signature,and very instagramable item. I was excited to take photos of it but barely got any. It looks and tastes unlike any of the other basic options. So definitely deserves the hype. I was surprised how large the sandwich was. I was even more surprised how juicy the big piece of the chicken stayed since the flavorful fried dredge remained so crispy. Definitely brined nicely. Also, I was gratefully surprised it wasn't super oily! The perfectly toasted potato bun did its job and didn't disintegrate beneath the large chicken leg with the hanging claw. I was impressed. Definitely worth the price! I tried the classic chicken sando too and it was just as great. This is comparable to other chicken sandwiches except it isn't. It's too uniquely tasty to compare to the others. The sauces were equally great and interesting with a tasty curry vibe unlike other spots basic burger aioli. Honestly, the most suprising was the vegetarian sandwich. Absolutely phenomenal. The fried mushroom stayed crispy! I loved the crunch and complex flavors which made me forget it was even vegetarian. Recommend getting to try even if you don't like mushroom or aren't veg. Experience: This has been marketed as a "casual" concept from a Michelin-starred chef. There is hard work and knowledge that goes into everything Birdbox offers. That being said it takes time to prepare. Give some grace to this newer place. This isn't a Chic Fil A drive thru... ITS WORTH IT. After eating the food, I can confidently say that it doesn't take a detective, or even a chat with the facility operators here, to figure that out. Read the box. I'm glad quality food like that from Birdbox is breaking into the fast casual space. It's virality is shining light on small kitchens and big sandos in NYC. As for atmosphere it's a small kitchen so just find one of the many places to eat nearby. The packaging is very well done great quality so it's just as good when brought to go too. read more

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Birdbox in NYC has been all over my feed on social media, so we had to try the viral chicken leg sandwich, it took 25 minutes to prepare, so we had high hopes. It came in a fancy box, instructions on how to eat the sandwich and I do have to say that the sandwich is cool, tasty, but it's only draw in my opinion is the leg being attached. It was good quality but I would not seek this sandwich out in the future for $20. read more

Birdbox - Claude The Claw - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

The best chicken sandwich I've ever had. Thick, juicy, crispy. To die for. The spicy sandwich is too spicy for me - stick to the original. Fries are great too. Especially the packaging for how it's delivered - excellent conceptualization. 16$ is a lot for a chicken sandwich but it's so worth it for the size and quality. Would highly highly recommend!! read more

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Decided to check this place out with coworkers for lunch since it was near the office. We walked by it cause we didn't realize it was part of a food court. Ordered the Claude the Claw - Spicy Falcon that comes with a whole chicken foot with a side of crispy fries. The sandwich isn't cheap but it was tasty. It's quite spicy and can taste a hint of peppercorn in it. Also enjoyed that it was chicken thigh and not chicken breast. The waffle fries were seasoned well and remained crispy. I didn't really finish eating the chicken feet but it did come with a card on how to eat it. This food court concept was interesting. You order from the kiosk and you get a text when the order is ready and the locker will open for you to pick up your food. There is a staff there in case you have any trouble. Limited seating to eat though. read more

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Yes I love the sandwiches besides everything was perfect love the sandwich and the toppings

I have been meaning to try BirdBox and decided to treat myself after winning the Hamilton lottery. Of course I had to try Claude the Claw and honestly, he was delicious. The fries were also decent and I got a Mexican coke. The storefront itself was a little confusing... because it's not an actual restaurant. The staff were nice despite the wait time being 30min longer than my pickup ETA from their app. read more

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This is the last time I let some "cool" looking chicken I saw on social media dictate what I buy. In NYC for work for the week and saw this place was nearby so thought I'd check it out. Got an order of wings (half spicy, half regular) and some waffle fries. Ordered it for takeout online to avoid the lines I've read about. In short, everything here is in dire need of SALT. The chicken was crispy and juicy despite being in a to go box and the fries were crispy as well. There's definitely some good seasoning in the sauces and the breading and there's definitely some interesting flavors going on in everything I had, but it was all just a bit too sweet and didn't have enough salt or something else savory to take it over the edge. The yeayo sauce helped a little bit but everything was screaming to be just a tad more savory to be a better balance. read more

Chicken had a great crunch & was very juicy. Could've used a tad more seasoning. Fries were amazing, as were the sauce options. read more

Birdbox - One Spicy Falcon Chicken Sando and one Classic Chicken Sando, Crispy Fries. - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Wow, that is a juicy, umami, incredibly high quality chicken sandwich operating out of a tiny shop. The chicken was lightly crispy and lightly gushing with every bite, and the meat texture was so nicely soft yet firm and the natural flavor and chicken umami was so well pronounced. I got the spicy Claude, with the claw just not adding any value except being there for social media hype but damn, the chicken was fantastic. It's got great kick at the spicy level and works SUBLIMELY with the money sauce, sweet honey kinda sauce that makes a mess of an awesome meal. A flavor symphony with high quality ingredients. Not giving a perfect score because the bun was kinda subpar and nothing to write about but the chicken? Almost to die for. Easily a Yelp 5*. read more

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Curry. We got the 4 piece combo medium heat and made it sticky. Don't get us wrong, the flavor was unique. I'd go as far as to say tasty, but this is a really pretentious wing. You gotta like curry. The wings sauce smells like your standard canes sauce, so it was distressing to dip a wing and find out it was a concentrated curry sauce. Again tasty, but not a Korean fried chicken wing. 3 STAR. read more

A little whole in the wall, literally. This restaurant specializes in their chicken sandwiches. We got their speciality, "The Claw" in both spicy and not-spicy which HAS THE LEG ATTACHED?? crazy. The wait time was a bit long (about 20 min to order and 20 min to make) which was unexpected but the sandwich was SUPER JUICY. Probably one of the best chicken sandwiches I have ever had! It is pretty steep in terms of pricing at about $20 but definitely worth a try if you're in the area. I recommend getting the sweet soy as the additional sauce they give for free!! read more

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The best chicken sandwich that I have had! I love spicy and curry flavors, and this sandwich has a really nice touch of curry. Yum!! Very generous portions, a LOT of food! The box is nicely presented for takeout! I ordered this to send to friends for lunch on gathering day, they loved it! read more

Birdbox - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

So I went to this spot because of the hype it received. When I went there I had to wait over an hour for the sandwich which honestly isn't a negative on their part because they are a popular restaurant rn so it's expected for them to make the customer wait. However, maybe it was because I took it to go and didn't eat it on the spot but when I got home (about 30-40min commute, pretty average I would say) it was pretty nasty tasting. The breading tasted slippery if that makes sense and the chicken didn't taste like it had any real seasoning. I honestly had about a few bites and just threw it out. I am only giving this place 3 stars because it felt like this is something you should eat as soon as you get it. Don't wait till you get home to share with your partner lol. I'll try again when the hype for this place dies down. The sauces were delicious. I recommend trying one of each. The hot honey sauce they have was my favorite. read more