Cauldron Chicken delivers an impressive, no frills meal centered around perfectly executed roast chicken. My friend and I shared the full chicken with cucumber salad and fried pork dumplings on the side, and everything complemented each other well. The standout was the chicken itself tender to the point of falling apart, truly falling off the bone. What elevated it further was the Chinese spice blend, which carried deep, balanced flavor throughout every bite. At around $35 for a shared meal in Manhattan, it feels like strong value for the quality and portion size. Simple, satisfying, and confidently seasoned. read more

Cauldron Chicken - Whole Chicken Combo - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

The chicken was SUPER succulent and tender, though a bit on the smaller size (maybe that's just my fat American bias). My eating companion and I did the two sides half chicken meal which was enough to fill us -- pineapple fried rice and cucumber salad on the side. Although the chicken is already tender, they give you chili powder and onions on the side if you need more of a flavour boost. The sides were a bit small, but tasty, nevertheless. Completely fine meal, just a bit pricey for what it was. It's a small eatery, so you might have to wait during busy periods. read more

The superbly juicy half-chicken combo is the way to go on your first visit. You can tell they're serious by the plastic gloves. I got the cucumber option for the side. In theory I wanted to diversify for my second trip, but I was a bit frazzled tonight so didn't completely follow the paradigm. I got the spicy wings, which had a lot going on even before adding sauce, and pork gyoza, not a must-have in this town but with a nice ginger hit. I reupped with the cucumber, stalling my diversification plan, but it was still a nice reminder that healthy sides don't need to feel "less than." read more

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Cuisine: 7 Service: 8 Decor: 8 Value: 7 Overall: 7 If you are looking for unique food, and you love chicken, then give this place a chance. It will not taste exactly like the traditional Dao Kou Style Chicken from Henan province in China since the chicken itself is not the same. The meat texture of the chicken from Henan province is just simply more complex and flavorful. However, at least we have something different being offered at this restaurant. From my understanding, this style of chicken is first deep fried, then marinated, and finally braised to achieve the final product. This process creates a fall off your bone chicken that is quite juicy and tender. Sadly I didn't think the marinade was all that flavorful, more medicinal if you know about Chinese herbal supplements that are often used in cooking. Regardless, still a decent chicken, though I would not give up my southern fried chicken or Peruvian roast chicken. We got a Whole Chicken Combo with stir fried brussel sprouts and egg soup. Both of us absolutely loved the brussel sprouts, which was quite crunchy and flavorful. The egg soup had a nice touch of seaweed. I wanted to try some of their other menu items, so I guess I'll be back. read more

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This is the best roast chicken I have ever had in my entire life and just thinking about it has my mouth watering. So what makes this chicken so great? It is meat-off-the bone tender. It is succulent. The skin is so well marinated it is unlike any roast I've ever had before. It comes with chili powder that you can dip your meat in, and although that powder is to die for (they really should sell that by the bottle - I'd buy it) the chicken itself is so well seasoned it tastes fantastic without it. Although the chicken was the star of the show, the sides were also exceptionally delicious. The spicy cucumbers were refreshing, salty from the soy and has a kick from the chili sauce. I enjoyed it, even though I usually don't like cucumbers. The scallion pancakes were wonderfully crisp and the fried rice had such a rich umami flavor, you'd find yourself picking the plate clean. Even the side of raw onions were superb: More sweet than pungent, it went well with a bite of chicken. Every element that came with my order was a 10/10. I want to come here again. And I'm not just saying that as a formality. I *need* to come back. read more

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

I was in the area so decided to drop by since I've heard about their chicken and I love a well prepared chicken. Upon entry, it's a small hole in the wall with a few tables and chairs to eat in. You go to counter to order then grab a table. The lady at the counter was friendly and quickly took my order of 1/2 chicken combo, with one side and a drink. I end up ordering side of fried sweet potatoes and ice tea. I wish there were more drink choices. Once I got home I broke open the takeout and the chicken smelled fragrant. The fries were soggy but still very tasty. The chicken felled off the bone and with the spice dip it was delicious. The chicken was moist and well seasoned. Will go back for the chicken and try other sides when I'm by west village. read more

Cauldron Chicken - Half chicken Combo with Fried Sweet Potato - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Very good chicken. It's fall off the bone and very juicy. The sides and other dishes are also pretty good and complement the chicken well. The restaurant itself is small and casual with fast friendly service. I can definitely see this as a go to weeknight spot for local residents who need a quick cozy meal after a long day of work. read more

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The food was healthy and light on the stomach, this is cleaning eating. Wasn't bad, but it wasn't great, breast was dry. Lacked flavor to me, slight hint of herbs. The cucumbers were good, but tasted of sesame oil only. Overall not bad but lacked a lot. Place is a bit small so it's hard to maneuver. Customer service was good, and it was clean imo. read more

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This chicken is amazing! Flavorful And tender throughout (including the breast). I got the whole chicken takeout for a very reasonable price. Order in store/ call ahead rather than online since you'll save a couple bucks. I only wish they gave more flavor dust for takeout orders since it was addictive. A good sub for that would be the Trader Joe's chili crisp seasoning. I would love to eat in some time. It was actually completely full when I picked up the chicken but the space is small. Definitely try it out. read more

Cauldron Chicken - Takeout Whole Chicken 2.5lbs-3.25lbs and our own side dishes and drinks - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Inarguably , The BEST roast chicken in NYC ! Many good ones , many very good ones . This one just leveled up so high , and I can't See anything that is more tender , moist and flavorable. And , they give you light - very delicate - plastic gloves so you can eat with your hands and really enjoy the moment . Until further notice - The Best In NYC . Highly recommended!!!! Definitely a destination!!!! read more

A cozy spot with flavorful fried rice and decent chicken dishes. Ambience (3/5) The space is quite small and can feel a bit cramped, but it has a casual and lively vibe that works for a quick meal. Food (4/5) The pineapple fried rice is the standout -- fragrant, well-seasoned, and loaded with toppings -- while the chicken itself is decent though not particularly memorable. Value (4/5) Portions are solid for the price. Service (5/5) Staff are attentive and efficient -- offering gloves for messy dishes and keeping orders moving quickly, even during busy hours. read more

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

Finally made my way to Cauldron Chicken and am truly glad that I did! Super flavorful, fall off the bone chicken at a great price for the set meals. The spicy powder provided on the side makes it even better. Highly recommend coming in person. I'd previously ordered delivery which had lost some of the juiciness and regrettably led me to delay my in-person. read more

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

The chicken here is delicious! It's super tender and fall off the bone (honestly, almost slightly too tender for my liking) but the red onion slices and peppercorn spice mix really helps balance out the richness of the chicken. It's also one of the best deals available these days - the whole chicken for $19.85 easily fed two people (with leftovers). The store itself is quite small (only like 4-5 tables available) so if you're coming during a peak time, I'd recommend doing takeout or calling ahead to check if there's space :) read more

Very friendly and quick service for delicious chicken & sides. The value of everything is so worth it!! The meal is so satisfying and tasty. The space is very small, I don't know if there was a bathroom but expect a wait or tightness with seating. I still felt comfortable in the space though. I got the half chicken and shared sides. So good. Every part of my chicken was juicy and savory. The sides were essential to the meal-- they balanced the saltiness and textures. read more

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4.5 There are 6 small tables for 2, in close proximity with each other. Busy on a Tuesday evening. Was asked for phone number, then got a call when our table was ready. Narrow space if waiting for a table, so most waited outside; we had time to get dessert (first) across the street. Only one person was at the counter, greeting, serving etc but he was good. He handed us an ipad for the menu, with some photos to help us decide. Also a posted menu above the counter. We were given plates with utensils and plastic gloves. The whole chicken meal was worth it at $29.99- with 2 drinks and 2 sides (had typical side options and more to choose from, even noodle soups). The large bowl of Lard Noodle soup was satisfying, with al dente noodles. Our 2nd side was the vegetable fried rice which went well with the fall-off the bone, very juicy (more like steamed texture) and flavorful chicken; with a spice powder mix and raw onions. Not typical roast chicken texture, which is on dry side that my family would usually prefer. Addtl rice for $2. This restaurant is on Bleecker and MacDougal Streets area, a block off 6th ave and West Houston St. Got off the West 4 subway stop. Busy, lively area even at night. read more

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Food: The chicken was very juicy and fell right off the bone. The only reason why I'm giving it 3 stars (closer to 3 1/2) is because it just wasn't my flavor profile. It was boiled in a very Chinese herbal base, which is very mild in flavor. The white meat was juicy but lacked any seasoning. The seasoning they give is okay, but is also mild and lacked salt. We also got two sides. The spinach was good, however the fries tasted frozen and lacked any seasoning. Service and ambiance: The waitress was friendly and attentive. I like that they give gloves to eat and offer straws. The restaurant was on the small side with 5 tables that fit 2 each. There's also no restroom. It's a lot of food for a really good deal ($30 for whole chicken + 2 sides + 2 sodas/water). However, I'd only recommend if you prefer a more mild taste. read more

Cauldron Chicken - Whole Chicken Combo - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Probably one of the best deals for food in the area with the whole chicken combo being $30 and feeding two HUNGRY people well. The stir fried spinach was very delicious, extremely well seasoned and maybe the fastest I have ever consumed a plate of leafy greens. The chicken is some of the juiciest, most tender chicken I've ever had. It's super greasy and the bones just pull right out as the chicken quarters fall apart in your hands. The spicy powder for dipping is a great complement. The food came extremely fast and the service was pleasant and friendly. My only complaint is that they play the worst music I have ever heard extremely loudly. read more

Cauldron Chicken - Whole Chicken Combo Leaf Spinach Hot Dish Dumplings pork (6pcs) - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Food: The chicken was incredibly moist and flavorful. The pickled cucumbers were a refreshing side dish that complemented the chicken perfectly. Half a chicken was more than enough for two people, making it a great value. Cost: The pricing was reasonable for the quality and quantity of food. Half a chicken and one side is what our order came with. Environment: The restaurant had a simple, no-frills atmosphere. While the food is excellent, the seating is limited, so be prepared for a potential wait. Service: The service was efficient and friendly. The staff was helpful and attentive. Uniqueness: The concept of serving whole chickens with gloves was definitely unique and fun. It was a memorable dining experience. There is also an educational history behind how this chicken is made, especially the preparation required. read more

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I honestly don't fully understand all the hype around this place. The chicken texture is incredible--literally fall-off-the-bone tender--but unfortunately the flavor doesn't quite match how amazing the texture is. None of the side dishes really stood out to me either, and I especially expected a Chinese restaurant to really nail the wok hei in the fried rice. Ironically, the waffle fries were probably the best side. Don't get me wrong, it's definitely not bad, but for me it just didn't quite live up to the hype. read more

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I have to be honest, i am a fanatic of chicken. Specifically Asian infused flavors which are often done to steam, fried and sauteed chicken. I got the chance to try the asian chicken which seems to be steamed, very juicy, tender and flavorful. But where flavors can cause a dish to go off track, the chicken was very flavorful, the side dish of spinach was extremely salty due to a lot of soy sauce. On top of that, the chicken comes with a side of a dry rub, which has a bit of spice but its got sodium, so i dare to say that it becomes sodium overdose, leaving you very thirsty. Its a shame that such delicious flavors could not be balance. The service was excellent, attentive, quick and very thorough. For me it was very disappointing that my meal was not a satisfying experience. I didn't even get to the price, yes expensive and at that price you are just best off headings to Flushing Chinatown and try any chicken dish which most likely be a better buy all together. read more

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The staffs were friendly. Please note there is no bathroom. Be careful with your fluid intake. We had a whole chicken, fried rice and cucumbers- all of which are delicious! Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5 Ambience: 4/5 read more

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Like most human beings, I often question my purpose in life and why I am really here. After trying 20+ different hobbies over the past few years, I've found the thing that brings me the most joy is trying all the best roasted chicken spots. In my research I've learned that Dominicans, Puerto Ricans, and Peruvians are duking it out for the roasted chicken belt, so it wasn't even in my mind that Cauldron Chicken, a Chinese Dao Kou style chicken, would even sniff the top of my list. But here we are. Cauldron Chicken is neck and neck with Casa Adela as my best chicken in New York City. People often talk about "fall off the bone chicken," but this is it. When you pick this chicken up, it quite literally falls apart in your hand. It's the most tender chicken I've ever had. I've never seen anything like this. It's like you think you know basketball and then Steph Curry comes in and starts BOMBING 3s and the game is changed forever. This Dao Kou styled chicken is a 300 year old secret recipe. They could tell you what's in it, but would have to fill you with lead. Although, my research does tell me it's marinated with Chinese spices then put it in a pot to braise. I got a whole chicken, 2 sides, and 2 drinks for $29.99. Honestly a steal for Lower Manhattan as I ended up having the leftovers for dinner as well. The chicken comes with gloves so you don't get your hands dirty and their proprietary chili powder that pairs well. For sides, I got the vegetable fried rice and scallion pancakes, both of which were a HEFTY portion. I thought they would skimp on the sides, but once again I was proven wrong. I love trying different foods because you learn so much about other cultures and parts of the world. It's like traveling even when you can't travel. I had no idea the Chinese could chef up this level of roasted chicken, once again proving how little I know about the world. THANK YOU CAULDRON CHICKEN! IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov_reviews read more

Came here after seeing a food video. Was expecting it to be good. Was so disappointed. The chicken is pretty much a boiled chicken with no flavor. The little sprinkle of spice is the only thing that gave it any flavor. The cucumber side was not good. The dumpling seems like it's frozen. First time here. I was thinking I will not be back. But I am interested in their fried option. So we"ll see if I come back read more

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I've been wanting to try Cauldron Chicken for awhile and finally went on a Tuesday for lunch. This spot is basically a hole in the wall and does not have a public restroom. There's about 5-6 tables and you start by ordering at the counter. We went with the full chicken and two sides, scallion pancakes and vegetable fried rice. The fried rice was a bit bland for my personal taste but the scallion pancakes were thin and crispy. The chicken was tender and literally falls off the bone. Perfect for eating with your hands with the lunch lady gloves provided. In terms of taste, the chicken reminds me of a soy braise. The lady from the counter served us and was very friendly. Overall I'd say this is a pretty good spot. I wished they had chili oil and a bathroom though. read more

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Honest review of Cauldron Chicken: Cauldron Chicken located at 190 Bleecker St. NYC was on my Instagram feed, and friends sending me links with video telling me to go check them out...normally I cross reference with established reviews of the place but this establishment has only been open for a little over a year so there are only like 75 reviews. For Chicken dinner plates the best I have had so far in NYC was The Oaxacan chicken from Hometown BBQ in Red Hook area of Brooklyn, but this Dao Roasted Chicken is wayyyy juicer and if you mix the spices to the Chicken.....it brings it to a level of deliciousness you have to tell a friend! I ordered the half chicken meal and with my side being scallion pancakes. The dark and white meat are sooo sooo soo tender it truly does "fall off the bone" when you just run your plastic fork through it, and the scallion pancakes complimented the meal well. I can see why this style of Chicken has been around for 300 yrs and will stay around for 300 more years to come! This spot is not "wait in line for 2hrs popular" yet but with the limited seating in the small nicely decorated dinning area, and the very inexpensive price for NYC I can see this happening as the word spreads! read more

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Chicken was delicious - especially with the chili powder. Fall-off the bone like many others have said, juicy too. Scallion pancake - make sure to air fry them a bit if you're grabbing them to-go. I'd double up on these for the meal if I wasn't trying to balance the meal. Broccoli - yummy but I wish they were warm and more tender. read more

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

As its name implies, Cauldron Chicken focuses on one main ingredient, Dao Kou styled chicken, and it does so impressively well. This style of roasted chicken features a 300-year-old recipe and combines a unique blend of spices to make the chicken so savory, tender, and delightfully addicting. Here, you can either get a whole/ parts of the chicken as is or order it as a combo set with other Chinese side dishes. They will provide gloves and a dry spicy dipping sauce to eat the chicken with. The restaurant is small and cozy, but the service is pretty quick. This place has quickly become one of my favorite chicken shops in the city. Come here. You won't regret it! read more

YUM! What a special spot! I've been looking forward to trying this place for a long time, and ended up coming with for friends for dinner at 6:30 pm. Note that there is rather limited seating and a bit cramped (about four tables that sit 2-4 people), so it's much easier to plan for takeout. Luckily, one of my friends managed to snag a table for us. We got two whole chicken combos, and did the cucumber and broccoli cold dishes and rice. The total came out to $64 (not including tip) which was a crazy price for a special and delicious dinner for four! The chicken is the star, and it's buttery and comes right off the bone. I've never had chicken this soft and juicy before, and it pairs perfectly with this side of dry dipping spices and fresh raw onion. I think the rice is also a great way to balance some of the flavor. I also really love getting to eat with gloves and it was a fun eating experience. The cucumber was refreshing and had a good kick to it. The broccoli was the perfect texture, but wasn't seasoned (I was expecting salt and maybe a bit of sesame oil), but you can dip the broccoli in the cucumber sauce and it tastes great. The food also came crazy fast, which I appreciate. The service was friendly overall as well. I would definitely have this again, though I would maybe opt for take-out or delivery next time! read more

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As other reviews mention, the chicken is very well cooked. I got the white meat platter and it was quite tender despite breast having a tendency to dry out quickly. The seasoning on the side and onions were a great add. read more

Cauldron Chicken - White Meat - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Good taste of chicken that falls off the bone. The chicken is very juicy and whole chicken for $28 is pretty decent price in NYC. Not that it's the flavor of 道口烧鸡 I remembered from China but it's very decent soy based chicken. It lacks some flavor from authentic chicken compare to where it's from in China. If you want a cheap lunch the half with one app is pretty filling. The fried shin noodle on the other hand tho, it's very steep. It's basically the stir fried packaged Korean shin ramen instant noodle added some chives and chicken pieces. Taste like instant noodle and nothing special for $12. The dumplings and scallion pancake taste like frozen food I bought from Chinatown, not sure if they are actually fresh made in house. The space is really tight, the table is too small, the container for the chicken took the whole table they didn't even had space to put the two sides on the table. Had to empty the tray fast to make room for other dishes. read more

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The restaurant specialty is chicken, so I ordered half chicken combo which came with one side and one drink. I chose the Cucumber side dish. The chicken was delicious, fall-off-the-bone tender, and juicy with well seasoned meat. Even the breast is very juicy and tasty. It is pretty we'll-seasoned already but there is also some chili seasoning on the side which adds to the complexity of flavor. The whole thing can be eaten with a fork. The Cucumber side dish is also very tasty, drenched in sesame oil and soy sauce. They have various drinks including the typical soda but also some Asian canned drinks like Wang lao Ji. Prices is reasonable for the area and service is good. The inside is small with some tables. Overall this feels like a mom-and-pop shop. The food was really good and I would love to come back and try other dishes as well. read more

Cauldron Chicken - Half chicken combo - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Service was good, but the food was rather regular and bland, not to mention the fried chicken wings were super small, the rice really has no flavor can't taste the pineapple in the rice, they give you 4 of the smallest dumplings I've ever seen and the sauce in the cup was literally 20 drops of sauce for dumplings...the baked chicken is just seasoned with five spice. That was actually decent. Overall I wasnt satisfied spending $60 on what I received read more

A cute, casual spot for Da Kou Shao Ji, a special chicken dish that's fried then marinated in a cauldron of spices for 5 hours. I saw it opened recently on TikTok, so Sarah and I went to give it a try! Service was great, the server/waitress explained the menu and made a recommendation. Food came out very fast and looked great. In terms of flavor, the chicken is so good, and definitely not like anything I've tasted before. Both the sauce and the spices really added depth. The set also came with 2 sides (not pictured) but I recommend getting the cucumber salad! This one order was actually too much chicken for the 2 of us, so great portion sizing. The server also wrapped the leftovers up super nice, with gloves, new sauces and spices, and chopsticks! read more

Cauldron Chicken - #1 combo - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

Overall the chicken is quite delicious and worth the hype, but I wouldn't come back because of the price. For 3 ppl we ordered whole chicken combo and a separate order of chicken fried rice, total $50 with tax and tip. Of the three of us, only one was decently full and didn't want more food after lol. We came at 6pm and there were a couple groups waiting for their takeout order, but after they left we were the only group dining in there The whole chicken combo comes with 2 sides, we got chicken wontons and cucumber. The chicken wonton was basic but good, it's a small soup with 4 pieces. The cucumbers were typical cucumbers so meh. But it was refreshing from all the meat. The chicken was indeed literally fall off the bone chicken. Suuuper juicy and yummy. Chicken fried rice was typical fried rice, good but wished the portion was bigger. The service was great!! Super attentive, even offered us a free bottle of water since the combo only came with 2 drinks and there were 3 of us. read more

Cauldron Chicken - Whole Chicken - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

FALL OFF THE BONE CHICKEN. I love when my meat is tender and flavorful. So easy to eat! On top of that, it's such a fun experience to eat with your hands (they provide gloves). Despite it being super super busy, they were able to accommodate us and even refilled our chili spices every time we were out. 10/10 service. Price for me and my boyfriend (we got the whole chicken combo which came with two sides and two drinks) under $30! A steal! You can also choose from so many sides. We went with fried rice and wonton soup. Both were also amazing. Portion was huge. We were absolutely stuffed and happy. Definitely recommend! read more

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Good was great! We had the whole chicken with juicy meat falling off the bone with raw red onion slices and Chinese peppercorn mix! We had side order of French fries, scallion pan cakes, string beans and stir fry noodles with peppers and onions! Service was great! Small space of 6 tables for 2! I would recommend the whole chicken cooked in the Dai Kou Style from a 300 year old recipe! We will come back again! read more

The hype surrounding this restaurant from social media did not disappoint as we came to experience a new restaurant in Manhattan. The food was actually exciting to eat, unique, and delicious. We started with a whole chicken that was so soft and juicy that it literally would fall off the bone. It has so much flavor throughout, but to make it better it was served with a few raw veggies, and a spice powder to dip the chicken in. One of my favorite dishes here was their crispy fried chicken wings. These wings were super crispy and coated in a spicy and flavorful breading. We also got their chicken fried rice that included a lot of chicken skin and meat. It added so much flavor to the rice and was so much needed dish. Another dish that I was pleasantly surprised with was their cold cucumber dish. This was a mild base spicy cucumber that was in a sauce made up of soy sauce and sesame oil. The cold, crunchy, veggie really helps when you're eating a lot of savory and fatty food. We also got a scallion pancake, which was just a typical pancake. This was likely something prepackaged from a store. I think one of the best parts about this restaurant is the reasonable price for what you get. For under $30, you can get an entire chicken, two sides, and two drinks. That is more than enough food to fill 2 people up! But I would add the crispy chicken wings on top of it. Please note that the restaurant only has four or five tables that can seat two people. Make sure to go there early because you would be waiting for a while if you come late. read more

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The menu here is really simple. You either get a half chicken or whole chicken combo and they come with 1 or 2 sides respectively. I came with a friend and we got the whole chicken combo with the vegetable fried rice and scallion pancake as our two sides. The chicken was so moist and tender it literally fell off the bones. They give you gloves to eat the chicken which I don't even think you need since the chicken just comes off so easily. The flavor of the chicken itself reminds me of the base used to make tea eggs. It comes with a spicy powder on the side too that helps add a kick to the chicken. The sides were pretty basic, but definitely help provide some different flavors and textures to the meal since you're basically just eating a whole chicken without them. They weren't anything special though like the chicken but they also weren't bad so I think they did a good job. The one thing is we got a can of soda as part of the combo but the soda wasn't really cold and they didn't offer ice which was kind of strange. Overall, it was a good meal and we spent less than $20 each and it was filling. read more

Cauldron Chicken - Whole chicken, combo 2 - Chicken Shop Near Me - New York, New York

It was the most juicy and uniquely tasting chicken I've ever had!! Had the vegetable fried rice and sautéed spinach, both was Amazing!! would highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for some great food, great service and very affordable! read more

Cauldron Chicken is a reasonably priced spot for tender chicken with friendly service. This is mainly a takeout spot, but there are four or five two topper tables in a clean and simple space. The menu offerings are limited, but Cauldron is all about their chicken. The whole chicken is their forte. It's not a large bird, which means they are not using high volume industrial chicken. This does not appear to be chicken injected with water and whatever else seems to be in our food supply. They cook the chicken with a particular process that makes it tender and juicy. It does not have quite the flavor and skin of Peruvian rotisserie chicken, but it is still very good and tender, fall off the bone tender. The best way to order the whole chicken is with two sides and drinks under thirty bucks. The sides are not remarkable in my opinion. They also have chicken wings, which come with a spicy powder and chili oil sauce. It's a nice combination, but the order is small. The chicken fried rice uses the same tender chicken and is very good, but still small for the price. Cauldron is a solid three star experience and is more rewarding for the whole chicken meal with two sides and one should consider ordering two whole chicken meals. It would be a particularly good value when compared to what is on offer nearby. read more