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    Byrd's Hot Chicken

    4.5 (43 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    You can see how big the chicken tenders are
    Nick P.

    I didn't know this was a chain, but no matter what I was in the mood for hot chicken. I always pass this place and each time it wasn't busy. It's close to Kitakata ramen. Parking is sufficient. When you walk inside, they have a ton of seating available. You order at the counter, take a seat, and they bring it out to you (if you are dining in). Service was very friendly. They greeted me when I walked in and asked if everything was good. I ordered the sandwich combo along with a small macaroni and cheese. -sandwich combo 5 - the sandwich had two huge pieces of chicken tenders with coleslaw and pickles. They added 24k sauce to the sandwich but they also provided an additional small cup of sauce for free. I ordered medium heat. People said the coleslaw could use more flavor, but the coleslaw was basically there to kind of buffer the heat. Medium was spicy enough for my eyes to water, but it was still enjoyable. I didn't want it to be too mild or too spicy on my initial visit. The batter was on the thicker side but the chicken remained super juicy on the inside. That's what matters. The fries were crinkle cut with seasoning. I recommend dipping your fries in the 24k sauce. -macaroni and cheese 5 - creamy texture with lots of cheese. Noodles were firm but not hard. Plentiful amount.

    Traditional Party Wings with Fries. Medium Buffalo
    Linda P.

    This place is clean and easy to get to. We went for lunch on a weekday and it was steady. We were immediately greeted and had the menu explained. Food came out hot and was obviously freshly prepared. However, the food didn't wow us. The Bryd's Nest is a mix of coleslaw, fries, chicken and a house sauce. It was tasty but you better be hungry because it's huge and leftovers not really an option with coleslaw and fries. How do you reheat one and not the other? Also it will give people with OCD about food touching nightmares. My party wings had a heavy seasoning on them similar to what you do with Nashville hot chicken, but I didn't think the seasoning complimented the Buffalo sauce at all. Also the fries had an herby seasoning on them that didn't hit with me either. For Muslim patrons though, the meat is listed as halal.

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    Malissie A.

    My husband and I really enjoy hot chicken and lately it's become a household sensation. We saw this place on yelp and decided to try it. Walking in we loved how inviting the interior was. My husband being a southern native, loved how "at home" it made him feel. The interior was very clean and adequately spacious. We both ordered the chicken sandwich and the Byrd Bomb fries (both in medium) and got two drinks. While we waited the owner indulged us in conversation about different spice levels as well as our opinions on different flavor profiles. He definitely made us feel very welcome. Byrd's did NOT disappoint us. The bomb fries had very tender pieces of chicken that had a very well balanced flavor to them. The mixture of chicken, coleslaw, and pickles took on a taste that my husband said was better than Hangry Joes. In my personal opinion, the pickles were still moist with pickle juice which I loved, the slaw was still crunchy which added a nice snap and the chicken was perfectly cooked. The chicken in the chicken sandwich was the star of the show, and just like the fries, the combination of the ingredients gave it all a unique taste that we both enjoyed very much. I highly recommend this restaurant for its juicy, well seasoned chicken and fresh ingredients. I am not a fan of Hangry joes or Dave's due to how I feel nauseous after eating it however, if you are a fan of those places I think you will also love this restaurant. Side note: The owner did mention this is a soft opening and there is a more extensive menu coming.

    TENDERS 24K Sauce Pickles Large Fries Pickles
    Gordon C.

    From out of town wanted to try something different this place did not disappoint, food was made to order. I ordered medium spice and it was great be careful it's definitely warm for a medium spice. Staff was friendly and wasn't bad priced

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    Barry F.

    New hot chicken joint in Lombard worth checking out. My personal point of comparison is Fry the Coop in Elmhurst. Chicken here is crispier with thicker batter/crunch. Hot spice is good heat without melting your face off. 24K sauce is a tasty thousand island dressing minus the pickle bits. The coleslaw is the only item that could use some enhanced flavor. Fries are typical crinkle cut fare. More items to try and will be back.

    Menu March 2025
    Tim H.

    Enjoyed my first visit. Went for the number one, thought I asked for medium heat but the receipt said mild. I definitely could handle something spicier. Crinkle fries were piping hot and well seasoned. Very friendly staff and the dining room was spotless. The breast hung off each end of the sandwich and those bites revealed the delicious breading and perfect doneness. Will have to stop back for some medium heat wings.

    Chicken TENDERS
    Salam A.

    YUM YUM YUM!! Food was so fire and affordable. I am in love with their chicken tenders. The portion is huge and the place was very clean. I love how fresh everything was and the service was very quick. The owner was very sweet and gave us a free drink on the house . We're from out of state but will definitely come back when we're in town. ALSO, this place is halal!!!!

    Khalid F.

    Byrd's is located in a small plaza across the street from Yorktown Mall. There's plenty of parking. The interior is spacious and has fun decor, such as a rooster on a skateboard. We ordered a chicken sandwich combo, chicken tender combo, and a single tender for my son. We made a slight mistake ordering two combos, as we ended up with way too many fries. The chicken sandwich was pretty good. I thought the coleslaw could have been more flavorful, though. The 24k sauce was tasty. They actually stick two large tenders in this sandwich. The chicken tender combo was also pretty good, although the batter was a bit thick and I had to peel some off. I got one tender with Mild spice and one with Medium. The latter definitely had some kick to it, but not unbearable. The bread they use for the toast seems to be higher quality than the simple white bread used by Dave's Hot Chicken. My son seemed to enjoy his tender. The fries here are interesting, as the seasoning on them kind of reminds me of sour cream & onion chips. Overall, a nice spot for fried chicken if you're at the mall or nearby stores. I think I still like Dave's chicken the best (specifically the chicken, not sides), but Byrd's is on par with Dave's and Hangry Joe's.

    Mild Chicken Wings

    The breading on the mild chicken wings tastes burnt. I tried to eat them but gave up. This was my first time trying this place and won't be back. The season on the fries were decent.

    Chicken sandwich
    Isela N.

    Hubby and I stopped in at Studio Movie Grill prior to watching Beetlejuice at Studio movie grill, and I'm so glad we did! I got the medium chicken sandwich, and it was a bit spicy but highly delicious!

    BYRD BOMB I started eating it and wanted to give a review from tasting so good.

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    Chicken was good. Place was nice. Spacious. The prices were fair. Service was quick and friendly.

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    Amazing staff great halal chicken if your liek em and want it super hot thsi is the place also clean and I would recommend thsi to anybody

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    We live pretty close to here, but never actually checked it out and are so glad that we did! Really good food and really good service

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    We showed up 15 minutes after close and they still fired the grill up for us great food and not importantly great guys!!!

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    Sliver ware and napkins not in an actual compartment just kind of loose sitting by the soda station. Didn't give off great sanitary vibes

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