Fry the Coop

4.5 (104 reviews)

ModerateChicken Shop, Fast Food, American

Open • 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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Mark Y.

The only other Fry the Coop location I've been to is a large spot in the suburbs, so I was surprised to see a tiny corner building with no off-street parking. To my delight, the food is still a five star experience. Juicy chicken, crispy batter, and the perfect hit of spice with the giardiniera on their Chicago Hot Chicken. Yum! It's a small building but there are plenty of seats outside. The staff was friendly. I'm pretty sure the menu is smaller than the suburban location but I could be wrong. They've got all of the important stuff here: chicken, chicken, and chicken. They aren't cheap, but this is definitely a case of getting what you pay for. I'm a southerner so this may be considered blasphemy, but they are better than Chick-fil-A. Yes, I said it, and I stand by it.

Jonathan P.

Loooveee Fry The Coop. Been going to the other locations for years but glad to have one in our neighborhood. The nice outdoor seating area is great until we get the craving and can't really go indoor to eat. There's some tiny table and bar stools but it's not that big of a place like other locations. Food is always fire and the heat is always crazy! We usually get the chicken sandwiches but the first time we tried the messy fries we were blown away. Now sometimes that's all we get since it has all the best flavors on it and it's such a huge order.

Omar G.

Great flavor and solid serving size. Perfect spot for a quick bite to eat if you're in the mood for fried chicken. My go to spot for some good chicken tenders for a fair price as well.

Jordan B.

Dear Yelpers, It's time for you to put down the fancy napkins and silverware and get to the good stuff. When I tell you this is the chicken that you need, I wouldn't lie to you. It is juicy, flavorful, with just a beautiful touch of spice. It is ready fast and stays hot until you come grab your order. I honestly don't think I've had a better chicken sandwich than the OG Spicy Butter. Super tender! 10 out of 10!! You're friendly neighborhood foodie

Kier Robin P.

Good Taste Reasonable pricing Good experience on my first time coming here. I will come back here thank you!

Raymond A.

Just moved into the neighborhood and came upon this place on a walk today. What an awesome find! The food was delicious and very fulfilling. I'm usually very particular with my chicken sandwich, but I must say their OG Nashville style was superb! The staff were helpful and attentive.. I sat outside where the ambiance was super cool with the red benches. This place is certainly going to be a go-to moving forward!

Nerina B.

I ordered take out. I ordered the Spicy Buttered Chicken. It was not spicy at all, which I was happy about. The chicken was delicious! It was a very thick juicy delicious piece of chicken. I highly recommend. The fries would have been good if they weren't so salty. I had to wipe the salt off and the fries were really good. Recommend this place. I want to go back to try their other chicken sandwiches

Nazia C.

I was excited to see this location because I've only been to the location in Prospect Heights, and that's a bit of a distance from me. I'm not sure if I missed an entrance or part of the restaurant because we walked into the "Little Coop" door and there were a handful of bar stools for seating, along with outdoor patio seating, ao it seemed like more of a carry out restaurant. I'm also confused because I see reviews with other menu items that I did not see when I visited. The food didn't take very long to come out. I will say I have a higher spice tolerance, so I wish I had tried a spicier level than medium, but I was still content with the meal.

Great chicken spot, you get what you pay for. Staff was friendly, and food was came out fast. Would recommend everyone to try this place out!

Aesha E.

We're not in Nashville where there's a Hattie B's just down the road, but hot chicken has definitely taken a hold in Chicago, and there's several restaurants to choose from to get your fix. For my part, Fry the Coop has been amongst my two favorites for a while now. I would stop into the Elmhurst location every once in a while before the pandemic since there wasn't one in the area, but finally got a chance to visit the Portage Park location yesterday. FtC has six heat levels. I've only been able to go to the medium level--the hot starts to get too hot for me. Yesterday the medium wasn't as hot as I've had it before so maybe I could have handled a spicier level, but no reason to test my mettle! The medium has just about the right level of heat--and yes, I do want some heat; if I wanted chicken nuggets I could buy a bag at the store--and sometimes I think I can taste the tiniest hint of sweet in there too. Nothing overwhelming, just a bit to compliment the heat. But maybe it's all in my head! The prices here are good too. I don't know if they don't usually have a tender plate?... it wasn't on their permanent menu, but rather was printed on a piece of paper taped to the menu. (If it's not a permanent thing I went on the right day because I don't like chicken sandwiches.) The tender plate came with three tenders, coleslaw, and fries; it was huge. I ate a couple tenders and brought at least half the fries and other tender home since I was pretty full. No fountain drinks here, because (to my surprise) it is a kind of diner-style place that does mostly delivery or pickup. There aren't any tables inside, but there's about a dozen or so counter seats along the interior window. There are some tables outside for better weather days, and it looks like they have a walk-up order window as well. There's also not a public bathroom, and whilst I know that's probably not legally an issue given the type of business they do with the carry-out, it means it's pretty imperative that you use the plastic silverware they give you so you don't make a mess. They don't have wet wipes to give you, so if you use your fingers probably a good idea to bring something to clean your hands with. There's no dedicated parking for this restaurant, just street parking along Milwaukee and the cross streets. On the plus side, it's free street parking. The service was friendly; I'll be back for sure.

Jose C.

I absolutely love Fry the Coop. I'm so glad they opened up in this area. Very much needed in the area. I would frequent their Elmhurst location, and never felt like driving all the way down to West Town. Their hot chicken sandwiches where are top notch as is their service. The only disappointment part is they they're essential takeout. They do have stool seating along the window, but honestly nobody dines in here. I always order their "Hot" level and up. It has the perfect amount of heat. The chicken is perfectly fried and coated in spicy seasoning. The chicken breast is always tender and juicy and topped with cole slaw to help with the heat. Their seasoned fries are also very addicting to eat. I've only tired their Nashville Hot Chicken sandwiches, but since they're now in the area I might just venture off and try their spicy butter chicken sandwich and donut fried chicken sandwich. I will definitely be back, very very soon!

Tim M.

We got a pick up order. Prepared incredibly quickly. Food was quite good. The spicy chicken sandwich was good but in desperate need of some veggies, maybe coleslaw? The fried chicken doughnut was really good. I would recommend it, but I would like to try some other stuff on the menu too. Fries were decent. Altogether a good meal, portion sizes were a little small for the price, but not a major complaint. The location itself was quite cutely decorated.

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Christopher L.

1 year ago

I had it for delivery but the food was still great. Can't wait to try in store for even more freshness.

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Now this is a chicken sandwich!! The chicken was nice and juicy and that buttery sauce. It was absolutely delicious read more

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I really enjoyed my chicken sandwich! It was delicious! I am a big fan of trying hot chicken sandwiches. The Cole slaw on the chicken sandwich was dynamite! I definitely will be back for more! Highly recommend checking out these chicken sandwiches! read more

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The most delicious fried chicken sandwich..and they make a great grilled one too! Get it again and get fries next time. Sadly they sold out of fries just as I was about to order read more

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Shawn K.

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1 year ago

Located in The Portage Park neighborhood of Chicago, this small vibrant chicken shack brings some huge gourmet chicken sandwiches to the city of Chicago. Great food. Great service. Overall, great establishment. 5 out of 5 rating. read more

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Tiffany J.

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This was my first time trying fry the coop, there wasn't much space to eat inside but they had a nice patio with benches! I've been on the hunt to find the best Nashville chicken in Chicago and I feel like fry the coop is deff on my list of favorites now. I got the Nashville chicken sandwich, with a bottle of water and seasoned fries. The price for the meal was a little pricey (18 bucks) but overall the food was amazing. I got the heat level a medium and I think the seasoned fries also come with a heat of medium. Overall would love to try their other locations and to come back to try the spicy butter chicken sandwich. read more

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Josh K.

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2 years ago

Phenomenal food, polite and prompt service, and quick but well made foods. Consistently delicious. Careful With their highest 2 spice levels but amazing!!!! Will definitely be returning. read more

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Kristen C.

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This place rocks...will definitely be back! Highly recommend the messy fries...just thinking about them has me craving an order! Also ordered the fried chicken sandwiches with buttered buns... fantastic!!! They aren't playing about the heat...had flavor but not an uncomfortable burn. read more

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Herb L.

2 years ago

Love the Nashville hot(it's hot) Sammy. Solid fry's too. Can't go wrong. Great addition to PortageJeff park. Lost too many places past 3 years, hope this place sticks around. read more

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Service was so friendly and was helped and greeted right when we walked in. This is a small seated place to eat with only bar type seating facing the windows. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the messy fries were so good topped with coleslaw and a bunch of sauce. The butter in the spicy butter chicken sandwich you can really taste the sweetness of the butter making the sandwich really good. read more

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Michael W.

1 year ago

I have been going to the Portage Park "Little Coop" location every Friday for over a year since discovering it. The staff know me by name and remember my order. They are always smiling and friendly. The Nashville is a perfect chicken sandwich. I've also visited the Tinley Park location and was thrilled when I got to enjoy a cold craft brew with my sandwich. Thank you Fry The Coop for making one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. It has turned into one of my favorite comfort foods. read more

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John K.

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2 years ago

Good chicken sandwich. Nice level of hot-- a bit too spicy but that was on me punching above my weight on the heat. Zero ambience and service was just above passable, so probably a 3 1/2 stars overall, but I'm rounding up because I'd definitely go again, maybe to a different location. read more

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Patti O.

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Been wanting to try this place for a while and finally did over the weekend! The food was great and the staff were friendly and quick. The inside is clean and they have a cute little side patio area to sit outside. It is a little pricey, but worth it for the quality of food. read more

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Kathleen L.

2 years ago

Delicious! The chicken sandwiches were giant and so yummy. But when they say hot, they mean hot...

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Sandra D.

3 years ago

We found this place food looked good we ordered the chicken with cheese Not very good at all very thick piece of chicken cold way over-seasoned!!! Not a fan reviews were disappointing don't trust what you always read. The service hmmm food was cold when it was delivered fries were so cold we tossed them in the trash. The sandwich half went in the trash as well. We won't be ordering from this place again. read more

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Beka L.

1 year ago

Food is amazing and staff is friendly. We drive out of our way, just for the chicken sandwich!

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Matthew S.

2 years ago

The actual best hot chicken place. Just all around the food is my favorite in Chicago. Hits every mark. Taste, texture, selection, heat level, everything is perfect. Restaurant is nice inside, big booths, clean, also the drive through. Having a good restaurant is easy but being that fast is just the cherry on top. Fry the Coop gets an 10 in every category. read more

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Cyndi G.

2 years ago

Really great chicken sandwiches with customizable heat level. The Mac and messy fries are so good too!! The place is always clean and service is good! read more

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Jason J.

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This is plain and simple really tasty chicken. I've been meaning to stop here to eat for awhile and the only thing that has stopped me is the fact that there is not much room inside to eat, but when it comes to the food that's another thing. It has a cool vibe with the painting of the building and the style, and the food matches that completely. Flavor is the king. My work crew decided to make our Friday extra special and order chicken sandwiches, and one had chicken strips but it's all about the chicken. I ordered on their app and we picked it up, but the food was ready in 15 minutes and everything was hot and fresh. The spicy honey butter chicken sandwich packs a real flavor bomb; it's spicy, juicy, a hint of sweet and messy as all hell. There was butter in the bottom of the container, so this was a 6 napkin sandwich. Fresh cut fries, house were good, seasoned pretty good too and the cheese sauce made even better. The chicken breast must have been brined it was so juicy, and the breading had texture even with all the sauce. If you love a good chicken sandwich, then this is a destination sandwich for you. read more

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Lior B.

1 year ago

Love the spicy butter sandwich! I visit this place on a regular basis. I highly recommend.

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Naila S.

3 years ago

Great Food! Always delicious hot and fresh ! Can't get enough of your looking for a great Nashville sandwich with just the right hotness this is your place!! read more

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Lori M.

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3 years ago

Wow - not impressed. Delivery was fast but this Mac and cheese is gross and I got like 1/4 of a serving. The fries and chicken are pretty average as well. read more

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Erick R.

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Good chicken with friendly service. We were there just before closing and they gave us free Mac and cheese. Lots of options for how spicy you want your sandwich. read more

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Joe F.

Thank you for supporting us! We are grateful for YOU!!!! YOU ROCK!!!

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Terry L.

2 years ago

Awesome. Quality food, go to for chicken!! Great staff. Great organization. Company that cares about making good food and customers happy

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Netanya P.

3 years ago

I had takeout/delivery the chicken was good if you like spicy food level up on the heat level, coleslaw was okay on its own, good option to cool the heat. Mac and cheese reminded of kfc's Mac and cheese taste watery even though it wasn't, I'd swap it out for the fries. Edit:the hot is hot. read more

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Laura D.

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2 years ago

I went here for the first time today. I thought the food was pricey. I had the chicken sandwich and it was just okay, not moist or juicy. I've had better. The seasoned fries tasted like they weren't seasoned, at least not like seasoned fries should taste like. Plus I don't like wilted fries. Not worth going back. read more

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Joshua S.

3 years ago

Food was great, service was great. Interior was nice too. I tried their messy fries, medium level, which was enough food for 1-2 people. If they warn you with spicy level, that means it's VERY hot. Medium was not spicy at all, but it gets deadly bad after hot. Id come back for their medium messy fries. read more

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Ozzie R.

3 years ago

Very good, fresh, and tasty. This is not a wimpy chicken sandwich. It was very hearty! Yum!

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Alex S.

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If you like fried chicken THIS is the place for you! On this occasion came here for lunch. Place looks nice, but as soon as you walk in, BAM! The smell of fried chicken smack you in the face and right there and then you realize this place is legit! The place is nice, clean and decorated like a Tennessee chicken hut. The menu is small and focused on what they do best. Fried Chicken. But, when you get your order you realize what slice of heaven this place really is. We ordered the Nashville Fried Chicken Sandwich and Spicy Butter Chicken Sandwiches with regular fries and spicy fries a root beer and a Unicorn Vs Chicken beer. Yes. You read that right. They partnered with a Chicago brewery to make their own chicken inspired beers and they are a hit. That beer was cold and delicious and the artwork on the can was hilarious! Props for that tasteful detail. But the real reason why we were here was the chicken. These sandwiches were huge! The portion was enough to fill me up where I couldn't even finish half my fries. The chicken was golden brown, and crispy and crunchy and the middle was moist and tasty. I chose the medium habanero spice level. They have six and habanero is medium, but it goes to ghost pepper, scorpion, and.what I can only guess to be Napalm! The chicken was tender and delicious, and the flavor was amazing. I didn't know you could do such wonderful things to a plain old chicken breast. The fries were great, the spicy fries were a real shocker. They were not spiced in any kind of traditional way that I've ever known, they were garlicky, and out of this world. These guys are the real deal! Get more chickens! We're about to ransack this spot! read more

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Helen C.

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I'm sooooo happy Fry the Coop finally opened up near me in Jefferson Park. It's hands down the best chicken sandwich I've had. So moist and spicy and I just can't get enough of their bread n butter pickles. Went to pickup The Nashville Hot chicken sandwich during their soft opening and they did not disappoint!! Will be coming back soon for sure now that it's so close. read more

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The Nashville Chicken Sandwich and Fries cooked in Beef Fat was super delicious. My wife had the Honey Butter Spicy Chicken and it was amazing. I will probably order that one next time. I definitely will recommend it. read more

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Lor M.

2 years ago

I love coming here, it's always so delicious! The service is fast and the sandwiches are amazing!

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Ewa B.

2 years ago

The best spot to get fried chicken sandwiches!! The chicken is great quality and we are never disappointed with our order

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Veronique T.

2 years ago

The best Chicken sandwiches ever. Nashville is my favorite and their fries are to die for. I love the Messy fries too. Just delicious.

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Cracky4zzz

2 years ago

Want to this place Food is amazing fries are over seasoned A small dining area but overall it is a good place to go to but there are some flaws. The food took about 30 minutes to get here and came cold. But the employees are kind and well deserving of a raise. read more

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MC B.

3 years ago

Amazing amazing amazing. A tad messy but I am an icky picky. Has the mild sandwich because I am suburban white and my sister raves about about the medium. So we ordered chicken strip with the medium sauce and it was spicy but it was well worth it and excellent. read more

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It's my favorite place for chicken sandwiches. Definitely going to keep coming back. I love how the coleslaw gives it more flavor. read more

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James S.

2 years ago

I ordered from Fry the Coop through Uber Eats, and the food was absolutely delicious and well-prepared. I will definitely be ordering more in the future and can't wait to visit the establishment in person. Highly recommended! read more

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Alexi P.

2 years ago

The spicy chicken butter balls were among the most delectable dishes I have ever had in my entire career.

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Best chicken sandwiches in the neighborhood. I like the medium spicy. They have five levels of spice to choose from.

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4300 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60641
Portage Park
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Hours

What time does Fry the Coop open?

Fry the Coop opens at 10:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Fry the Coop opens at 11:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does Fry the Coop close?

Fry the Coop closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Fry the Coop closes at 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 10:30 AM - 9:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Fry the Coop take Bitcoin?

No, Fry the Coop does not take Bitcoin.

Does Fry the Coop take credit cards?

Yes, Fry the Coop takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Fry the Coop have catering options?

Yes, Fry the Coop does have catering options.

Does Fry the Coop have a drive thru?

No, Fry the Coop does not have a drive thru.

Does Fry the Coop serve alcohol?

No, Fry the Coop does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Fry the Coop allow dogs?

Yes, Fry the Coop allows dogs.

Does Fry the Coop have TVs?

Yes, Fry the Coop has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Fry the Coop have bike parking?

Yes, Fry the Coop has bike parking.

Does Fry the Coop have outdoor seating?

Yes, Fry the Coop has outdoor seating options.

Does Fry the Coop have parking?

Yes, Fry the Coop has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Fry the Coop wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Fry the Coop is wheelchair accessible.

Does Fry the Coop have free WiFi?

Yes, Fry the Coop has free WiFi.

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Fry the Coop in Portage Park neighboorhood in Chicago, Illinois is a chicken restaurant specializing in Chicken Sandwiches and Chicken Tenders

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Grilled chicken looked right on ,Actually didn't eat it but it looked great on the grill…read moreWent with a lunch combo , the star of the meal was the cream of mushroom soup I would have no issue going there just for a bowl of soup , I did not try the other 2 soup options but I'm sure they are good The chicken wrap was very good and very large I will definitely go back

I come here at least twice a month or more because of their delicious soups, some of the best. My…read morefavorite is the Cream of Mushroom or the Cream of Chicken. Eat in or take out they get you in and out in no time. The staff is friendly and helpful. I was there last week and they only had Chicken Noodle Soup that day.

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Chickenworks meal with half a chicken, mashed potatos, and corn

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The chicken works wrap is HUGE!

Outdoor Grill

Sorry to all you Outdoor Grill lovers- I was once one as well…read more The past 10 out of 12 orders I've placed for delivery have been wrong, burned or beyond the point of edible. I used to place a regular, weekly order from them- which I stopped doing appx 4-5 months ago- as I started to notice 1) the order was taken wrong; 2) the young lady taking my order couldn't get my credit card number right and rather than asking me to repeat my number, she always tells me my card has been rejected. Well- hello- that's because you can't get the number right. This happens almost every time I place a delivery order. 3) last night, I feel as if was my last straw, even though when I called the store to explain that my order, once again, was wrong. The girl who took my order claimed to be the store manager- kindly apologized and offered me a free meal the next time I planned on placing an order. This was a very kind gesture. Today, I opened the container that held part of the order I placed last night, which I was looking forward to for lunch today, to find that what I ordered was burned beyond the point of being edible. (see photo attached. let me know if you can even guess what this is) As much as I appreciate the "free meal" offer- I don't think I even want it- given the amount of times Outdoor Grill can't get an order right- I don't think I would want yet another disappointing meal. I'm all for supporting small, local businesses, having been a small (restaurant) business owner myself. It's important to maintain consistent customer service and quality (edible) food coming out of your kitchen. It's disappointing to see how their quality has progressively, increasingly declined. Sorry for the bad review- but you guys need to get your stuff together in order to maintain your regular customers.

Like the daily specials like perch dinner on Fridays. Gyros sandwich is huge. Recently added pork…read moreribs on Thursdays are delicious and great price for the meal. Never leave hungry. Nice that there's a parking lot ioutside.

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Gorditas Loli's

4.6

(40 reviews)

2.2 mi

Amazing food, and that comes from someone that has tried over 100 Mexican Restaurants…read more Also very friendly

Best gorditas in the Logan Square area. Service is quick and the people are very kind. They have…read moreother food options as well.

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Steak Taco with hand-made tortilla, chicharron verde gordita, and 2 deshebrada burritos (1 red, 1 green)

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Tim Tim's Halal Grill

4.3

(82 reviews)

1.1 mi

Food is very good best Mexican food and burgers are huge…read moreTacos are great and so is burger and sandwich Fish was the highlight Average fries Good service Small space Small tables

Will be my final update as I am pretty sure the cashier purposely forgets my order, maybe hit a…read morenerve with my previous reviews. I ordered online this time, and after the last two experiences it honestly was my fault coming back. Placed the order at 9:10 got inside at 9:20pm, showed the cashier my order, and she just nodded her head. 20 minutes go by, people who ordered AFTER me in the restaurant had received their orders. I go to the cashier and I'm like is my order ready? She looks at the cooks and it seemed like they didn't even start getting it ready. They started rushing to work on it. At this point, I give up. That cashier girl with the glasses has a terrible attitude. Can't give this place my business or recommend it ever again. Straight garbage attitude.

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Chick-fil-A

3.6

(19 reviews)

2.4 mi

Great service Great price…read more Great food Outstanding smiling employees You guys rock !! Thanks much appreciated

Oh so good. This location delivers the standard delectable Chick-fil-A food and wonderful, polite…read morecustomer service. I received my order promptly and the restaurant was clean and welcoming. Yet more reasons why Chick-fil-A remains a favorite for my family.

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Portillo's Chicago - Addison

Okay, so this place is an evil chain. Just had to get that outta the way…read more I LOVE THEIR VEGGIE DOG. All the fixings. Good with a side of cheese and fries. Great shakes. Here's my soul, friends!

Portillo's is always a Chicago staple, so I can always appreciate getting a nice Chicago Style hot…read moredog to hit the spot here! I'm also a huge fan of their chopped salad since it's packed with lettuce, onions, blue cheese, bacon, and chicken. I also got to try their chicken tenders and onion rings recently, and I was a huge fan of their new giardinera sauce. It's tangy and flavorful, but I just wish it had more of a kick to it! The service is always amazing when I come to this location. They're quick and always get my order right. I met the marketing manager here once, and he was extremely friendly and welcoming. The ambiance is like most portillo's with a drive through and a ton of parking. It is on a busy corner, so it does get packed at times. I do enjoy that they have a lot of seating and that you can order on a kiosk.

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Wendy's

I was met with the cutest girl!! Dayana was super nice, her smile was contagious, absolutely the…read morecutest!! she served me immediately!! And everything was fresh!! Amazing customer service, plus their decorations and the tree was super cute!! Props to the decorator!!

If they tell you to pull to the side , refuse! They will forget your order and or get the order…read morewrong. Just keep driving

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Moldy Dave's single

DO NOT TRY THE TAKI MEAL horrible experience i had an accident in the bathroom after trying to

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Whole order wrong. forgot to give me my $8 sandwich. Then they forgot to give me my potato. Why give me butter if there's no potato.

Quartino Ristorante

Made reservations to sit inside, which is welcoming and fun, but they had open tables in patio we…read morewe opted for that and it was awesome good choice. Great food, and our waiter Holden was awesome.

Still great pizza and staff. Much busier with the summer now…read more Caesar salad had some anchovies taste to it, so I preferred it not having it, but it was still good.

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PROSCIUTTO SAN DANIELE and Duck Prosciutto

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The Purple Pig

Had a wonderful dinner at The Purple Pig. We started with the hummus, which was creamy, flavorful,…read moreand a great way to begin the meal. The grilled broccoli was perfectly charred with just the right balance of seasoning. For the mains, the halibut was fresh, tender, and cooked beautifully. The spinach pappardelle was rich, comforting, and packed with flavor without feeling too heavy. The atmosphere was lively, the service was friendly and attentive, and every dish felt thoughtfully prepared. It's easy to see why this place is so popular. I'd definitely come back to explore more of the menu.

The Purple Pig has risen to be my absolute favorite restaurant I've had the joy of eating at in…read moreChicago. After coming back to the city almost a decade later, I knew I wanted to have a meal here. The best way to eat a meal here is to share all the dishes with friends. Sage Gimlet (5/5) - I started my meal with a refreshing sage gimlet that was a strong but well balanced cocktail. Roasted Bone Marrow (5/5) - I 100% would recommend getting this appetizer to start off the meal. The marrow was perfectly roasted and paired so well with the jam and salad. Roasted Beets (5/5) - If you love beets, get this salad. The flavors were so well balanced and I really liked the fried balls of goat cheese. Agnolotti (5/5) - This pasta was amazing!! The short rib and bone marrow with the fresh pasta still makes my mouth water. Scallops (5/5) - These scallops were perfectly cooked. The crispy prosciutto was a tad on the salty side. I honestly love the energy and the flavor bomb this restaurant packs. I can't wait until I'm back in the city and can dine here again.

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Green Street Smoked Meats

Not sure what else to say than.. food is good. Just…read morefantastic! Closes thing to the Texas .. Chicago jalapeño poppers were my favorite. Meat is always fresh and good here! Counter boys were lil mean but who cares!

Attached to Sawada Coffee, I was surprised to see a BBQ joint located inside! As lunch time started…read moreapproaching, I noticed more and more people standing in line for Green Street. This prompted me to go check out what was on the menu. When I was greeted by someone to order, it seemed like they were a bit impatient or a bit annoyed that I was between two entrees. I understand that businesses get busy, but it is always important to treat everyone with respect! That being said, I ordered the brisket sandwich and it was great! The potato salad as a side was the perfect pair. Portion sizes were great and overall a good experience! I would go again to try some of the other options.

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Chopped Brisket Hot Link Pork Ribs smoked turkey Elote Style Corn Baked Beans

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Michael W.

128

3 years ago

As a long time "Fry The Coop" fan it was a pleasant surprise when I noticed a Fry The Coop store had dropped into this former hot dog stand along Milwaukee. I live close by and have already found myself dropping by for the third time in as many weeks. Consistently well constructed, the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich at a mild level is my go to sandwich, just enough spice. I typically switch between seasoned and regular house fries, both are wonderful. I'm already a regular, love the convenience, service has been quick and excellent. (FDV Approved 4.5 - Food, 4.6; Design, 4.4; Value, 4.5). read more

Mary P.

1 year ago

The fried chicken here was okay--crispy and seasoned decently, but nothing too special. It was fresh, but I've had better. The biggest issue is the location. It's really small, and there's not much space to sit and enjoy your food comfortably. If you're grabbing takeout, it's fine, but if you want to eat there, it's kind of a hassle. Overall, not a bad spot, but probably not my first choice when I'm craving fried chicken. read more

Issa L.

1 year ago

The fry chicken was hot and delicious. Deryk was very kind and thorough with his explanation of the options. Netta assisted in making sure we got everything we needed. We will definitely be back and bring some more friends. read more

Gianna S.

3 years ago

The staff on site around 4:30 pm tonight deserve a raise. The food is excellent and probably the best out of all the Fry the Coop locations. Definitely recommend read more

B F.

2 years ago

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Beautybybetty _.

3 years ago

the service is fast and convenient and the sandwiches are always awesome! Love this place read more

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