From my earliest memories growing up in Texas, Church's Chicken was always part of the rotation, and this busy Wilkinson Boulevard location absolutely delivers that same nostalgia. Church's actually started in San Antonio, and somehow that crunchy, hot, fried chicken still tastes like comfort and childhood to me. This location stays busy, busy, busy -- which honestly is a good sign. The chicken is fried fresh to order, and I'm more than willing to wait for it because it's consistently hot, crispy, juicy, and satisfying. Not dried out, not sitting under a heat lamp for an hour, and not overly greasy. I usually go for the three-piece dark meat combo because dark meat is where the flavor lives. And that honey butter biscuit? Honestly, legendary. Sweet, sticky, buttery perfection. I also love their buttery corn, which hits every nostalgic comfort-food note for me. The sweet tea is serious Southern sweet tea territory, so I usually mix the sweet and unsweet to find my happy medium. If not, I'll take it home and doctor it up myself with lemon and sparkling water. No shame in the game. What I appreciate most is that even though this place moves fast and stays packed with takeout and app orders, the staff is consistently polite and efficient. Nobody makes you feel rushed or out of place, and they've always gotten my order right. The parking lot sits right on the busy corner of Wilkinson and Freedom Drive, and if you're heading home from the airport and craving something hot, crunchy, and comforting, this is absolutely worth the stop. Charlotte, there's a whole world of food out there, but sometimes comfort food nostalgia wins. Get out there and eat your way through it. read more

Ain't nothing wrong from getting chicken from da hood! I haven't had this is YEARS! Made my way over here. Took a while but it was hot and fresh. Checked it and saw something was missing but got it right away. It's normal to check your food here cause they are so busy. And complete the survey on the receipt for a free piece of chicken! read more

Smokehouse chicken is pretty good but the birds are tiny. The milk in my fridge is older than the one I was served. BTW, who at Church's thought it was a good idea to change the fried chicken recipe and weird way they cut their chicken? Take a page from FoMoCo when some exec thought it good to change the name Taurus, most successful sedan platform ever, to the 500. Sales plummeted. Don't mess with what works. Clean up your stores and locate more stores in the mainstream. Bring back the former Church's chicken - it was distinctive - and much, much better. Now you're just an also ran - not as good, not as clean, not as assessable, not much going for you. read more

Service was good and friendly at this small fast food outlet on Wilkinson Blvd. I've been making my way through Bojangle's and KFC and Popeye's, so this was a natural continuation of that trend. The parking lot has some broken bits and a decent pot hole. The outside of the structure looks like it needs a good cleaning, but there was no trash. Inside, the floors could use a good scrub but the tables were clear and the condiments/soda station was maintained. My three piece box was served from a large pile of chicken pieces under a warmer in the kitchen. The staff were as efficient as I would expect for fast food, turning customers through swiftly. I took lunch to go and ate it from a picnic table about 5 minutes later - it was still hot and crispy. The chicken was actually rather bland, needing at least two packets of the Texas Pete to give it any flavor. The biscuit with it was sweet, covered in a honey and sugar glaze. The cole slaw was cold, a mayonnaise blend with larger pieces of cabbage leaf. Not my favorite fried chicken. For fast food, I'll stick to Bojangle's or a local joint. [Review 14496 overall, 1823 of 2020, number 2747 in North Carolina.] read more

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I'll start with the fact that I haven't been there in a while but I got a 10 piece today and while it was fried great it was bland no seasoning at all. When you walk in all you smell is grease no seasonings perfume the air smh. I know I'm not tripping. Church's always hit whenever I went but today was less than mediocre. And I don't know about yall but when did they start charging for jalapeños? read more

We were in Charlotte for a convention, and on a Sunday after the convention had finished up we went for a bit of a tour around the city. We saw a bunch of places, and by the end of the day we decided it was time to grab some food... and what better way to finish out a day like this than to grab some fried chicken? Stopped in at this Church's Chicken because we have had good luck with them in the past, and we were not disappointed this time either. They dropped some spicy fried chicken for us, and we sat and waited while waiting for it. We got to see some characters come through the line while we waited, too... there is always someone interesting going through the line here, it seems. Sadly, they were out of macaroni and cheese, as it seems to be a popular item, but that was alright... we went with a couple of other sides instead and when we got it back to our hotel room, we enjoyed all of it. We will certainly be back when this convention rolls around again. read more

Listen, it never fails unless a place is just totally gross, meaning unclean, dirty, and whatever else may be going on. When a place has a 94 or below food score, it may be better than expected. First, the service was wonderful, meaning I was acknowledged in a loving way and felt like I was at Big Mama's house. IYKYK. The food was top tier and probably one of the better Church's Chickens I've eaten at since being in the Charlotte area. Not to greasy biscuits were fluffy, buttery, and just the right amount of honey. read more

So my pant parents wanted to stop by here after leaving the airport overlook. The carpet workers were just looking at us & then I finale said hello. Ordered my dad 2 corn on the cob and a chicken thigh. We got all the way home (over 20 miles) AND THERE'S NO CHICKEN IN THE DOGON BAG! You've got to be kidding me. Needless to say it's after hours....‍ *****On a good note the corn stayed hot & was fresh.****** read more

Being a Charlotte native Bojangles is usually my go to chicken spot but the wife and I began a quest to find the best chicken in Charlotte and in our travels we decided to try churches. Mind you neither of us had eaten here in over a decade. Originally we went to the one Eastway and it was terrible. We just so happen to be on Wilkinson shopping and saw this location. Long story short we pulled up lol. Customer service was decent, the food was made to order and we didn't have to wait a long time. Everything was hot and delicious. I will definitely come back here. Get the chicken tenders or the 10pc for $12.99 special. Just make sure you check your order before you leave. read more

I went to the one West Blvd , I don't recommend this location at all chicken was old greasy and burnt, service was even worse , will never go back to this location read more

Church's Texas Chicken - a plate of fried chicken and mashed potatoes - Chicken Wings Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

My wife and I were driving by and found ourselves a bit hungry so we rolled on in and split a shrimp and tenders combo. We were greeted quickly and friendly and we got our order taken. There was a bit of a wait but we got our food and ate it in the car before we left. The whole experience was very nice and the only stop from giving them five stars is that the trash cans were well past the full point. But, they were doing their very best and they were very busy and if I was a restaurant manager I would be much more devoted to feeding hungry customers before taking out trash. read more

Beat chicken in all of Charlotte. It's a hood tradition that every ethnic person in the city knows about. Bojangles ain't got nothin on Churches Chicken read more

PLEASE DONT GO TO THIS PLACE! I went to Church's yesterday afternoon and order some food. The customer service was poor. Not only did the front counter cashier have a HORRIBLE attitude but the biscut was half cooked and gooey on the inside AND to top it off the CHICKEN STILL HAD FEATHERS ON IT! This to a customer. It is unacceptable and inexcusable! Its one thing to have the customer waiting and get it the order right, but it's another to be rushing and then serves this. PLEASE CHECK YOUR FOOD! or better yet DONT GO HERE!!! read more

Very fresh food items. I don't eat fast food ever so it hurt my tummy a little, but it was very good! It definitely hit the spot. Very nice staff. Fresh food, very good. read more

Church's Texas Chicken - Fresh & amazing! - Chicken Wings Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I have to agree with my fellow Yelpers on both cleanliness and service. This location is way under par and needs a thorough scrubbing. Additionally, the service conveyed the idea that I was a nuisance and that they would rather I not bother them (which, of course, I won't). Maybe their regulars are accustomed to this, but I cannot imagine I will return (ultimately, this is management issue and since ALL their Charlotte locations score so poorly on Yelp, it's upper management). Somebody just doesn't give a ****! As for quality, my chicken was piping hot just out of the fryer. I just don't get their butchering techniques (they butcher the chicken across the backbone, so no traditional cuts except the legs). Therefore, in order to get more white meat, you have to order larger boxes with more pieces, which includes more dark meat which I don't prefer, and at a higher overall cost. For me it is quite simple . . . Church's Chicken is neither a Diner, Drive-in or Dive--it's a Dump. I'll keep going to Price's! They do chicken right. read more

Price's Chicken Coop does better in terms of service nad you must read my review of that place. But man~ nostalgic for Church's I talked my crew into we must have dinner from here tonight. This place is out of chicken on a Wednesday night at or around 8pm. Told 15minutes on the wait. Left and returned, they were out of chicken again. The other customers were the delight of the night. Funny and entertaining in the the worst and stereotypical way. This is for the Church's off Freedom - get it together! read more

Church's chicken on Wilkinson blvd was Saturday at 3pm. Fresh chicken, fresh okra and fresh biscuits. This location never lets us down! Kudos read more

Excellent food, service & price! I got a 12 piece bucket, 3 sides, extra rolls, and a 1/2 gallon tea for $20. Service was fast & courteous. Food was delicious read more

Rudest staff I've ever seen ! Bitching about she's got To be at her other job at Taco Bell people need to hurry up . Asked for a 2 piece combo got charged two 3 pieces . Only 2 in the boxes . Forgot my other side . Talking shit the whole time to the customers . Each other . Told me to take my white ass somewhere else when I came back in asking for the Green beans we charged for and didn't get ! Called me a liar ! Said they were in the bag. She knows they are . They were still Sitting on the counter . read more

I remember LOVING to go to this side of town and grabbing Church's Chicken! WOW has things changed. The establishment has always been a bit worn down, but is even more so over the years. The chicken isn't as crispy and juicy as I remembered. They make giant batches of fried chicken at a time so there is barely any guarantee of freshness. The honey-buttered biscuits used to be a crunchy, warm, giant ball of fluff, smothered in oh so sweet honey butter. Now? It's chewy biscuit drenched in honey butter and served at room temperature. WHY or HOW is it chewy?!?! Not only has the quality dropped, the service is horrible. The gentleman in front of me placed his order and stepped to the side. I proceeded to place mine. The cashier stops me and rudely states that the gentleman is first. He says he already placed his order and she snaps "Our system is down!" Finally it's my turn to order and guess what? This was the interesting part... she says "That's it?" read more

Very disorganized - no leadership. Cashier did not know how to alter orders- had to get 3 pice meal and pay more for extra pieces- did not want meal with drinks- but she couldn't figure it out- she offered me cups and I declined and she said "you paid for them" As I said- didn't want a meal- ended up with $29 bill for two people- threw out 3 pieces of chicken as they didn't get the order right with her directions - lesson learned- will not go back nor recommend - asked for wings and couldn't tell which pieces were wing Not impressed at all read more

Chicken is good. Price is cheap. Lemon drop biscuits are very nasty. I ordered them to try employee dumped the entire thing of lemon sauce in bag it was terrible! Customer service could use some help. When I had a question the young girl said yes then the young man said no. No one seem to know what is going on read more

Church's Texas Chicken - the inside of a plastic bag - Chicken Wings Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

The last time I had Churchs Chicken..1982, Columbia, SC..while stationed at Ft Jackson. Ah..the crispy crust on the chicken..save that for last when the chicken has all runned out. 2 days before payday, no money..Church's ALWAYS let me get enough chicken to feed my Transportation Squad. FIRST thing when I got paid..I paid them back and left a huge tip too. So, when I moved South..I kept on saying I want me some Church's Chicken. Well last night I did go. First thing I notice..no smell of chicken grease. Place is clean and smelled clean also. Customer service.. The Manger on duty..my hat goes off to you Madam. It's not easy running a tight ship..dealing with customers. The one who came in after eating 2 pieces of an 8 piece and some of the fries.. I too would have just gave him his money back and hoped in just walks out the door. Who needs the hassle right? The had fried okra too!! Not enough salt on it to my liking, but hey ya still had it for sale. What? Did they change the recipe, or has my taste buds changed over the many years? GOOD chicken stands up for itself if.. One, you leave it out..like in a microwave overnight..and it STILL has it's flavor and crispiness in the mid morning. Yep, it passed. My overall experience..ah, brought back memories. But you know one thing.. Over time I know things change. I wished they could have kept the same design, the same packaging from the early 80's. I wonder if the one in Columbia, SC is still there? I'm planning a trip to find out. read more

The restaurant staff was rude and vulgar. Order was incorrect and no manager. The employee that said she was the manager was the main culprit. No one to escalate to. I would love to speak with owner or general manager. read more

Not really my part of town but stopped by here yesterday and was presently surprised. The place as spotless, and I mean spotless for any place, especially for a chicken place. The $5 fill-up was much better than the KFC $5 meal. If you find yourself on the west side of Charlotte, give this place a try. You will be presently surprised. read more

First time customer and I thought the chicken was extremely fresh & served hot. Sanessa/person in charge was awesome, she welcomed everyone as we entered and our order was taken & given within seconds. Everyone in this store was friendly, really good customer service, even though they were very busy with lots of customers. Me and my husband would highly recommend this restaurant if you want home style cooked fresh chicken read more