3 stars because If you want business, you need to answer your phone! You have lost three good dinner orders at least three times in the past month all because your phone doesn't work, and asks for an access code, or it just rings. Sundays seem to be particularly problematic. If you want to be closed on Sundays, just close the business on Sundays, and we'll all keep it moving. But there is nothing more annoying than not being able to place an order with a business that says it is open. A big no-no. Otherwise, the food and the fried chicken is great. The biscuits and side offerings are wonderful! They changed their original chicken coating, which I thought was fabuous, but the honey crunch coating is delicious too. read more

I'm not one for fried foods or takeout, but on the top of the list of Cleveland restaurants for homemade fried chicken made fresh per order never sitting around under heat lamps. Their fried mushrooms hand breaded are large white mushrooms are also excellent Takes about 30 to 45 minutes to get your order and unless you pay for it by credit card on the phone of which there's about a 2- 3% surcharge for charging itthey will not cook it until you get there and pay for it. But honestly, it's well worth the wait and a 8 mile road tripfor me. If the other ribs, fish and side dishes are as good as the fried chicken I've ordered which I'm sure it is gI've it a try. It's very tempting to open the box and try it while and hot on the . Just like made. read more

Amazing fried chicken, best I've ever had. Cheap (fed 5 people for 50 dollars (which included the tip). Mac and cheese and fries were pretty mediocre if not something I'd just skip! Honey biscuits were the bomb tho. Called ahead and food was ready exactly at 45 minutes read more

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This place is so good that I crossed state lines for a bite lol! Their seasoned and cajun fried chicken are great. I haven't had a chance to try their western flavor as it was not available. The honey biscuits are a highlight as well. I don't recommend their mac n cheese or green beans, sides may not be their strong point. That's okay though because the chicken and biscuits are delicious. One critique that I have is that when you place an order over the phone they have a policy of not telling you the cost. I confirmed this when I picked up my food on 9/19/25. How the heck are you asking for my credit/debit card info over the phone the but can't tell me how much it is over the phone?? This doesn't happen in Pittsburgh. Also, no one picked up the phone for 30 minutes after the stated business opening hour. I can't call ahead if no one will answer; I had to call 7 times. It's not enough to have a great product if your way of doing business isn't up to par. read more

No the guys attitude is rude!!! And he's slow as ever even when you call it in. Won't start your order until you pay.

Wow, what can I say? Hot chicken that tastes great, freshly cooked! The gentleman that takes the order was attentive and no. This is take out only and worth the drive. read more

Great food the best chicken in Cleveland love these This is a very good restaurant. The food is truly gourmet especially the fried chicken is the best in Cleveland. Everything is really good I recommend it highly. read more

Best fried chicken around. Ordered food for 6 people. Got a few sides, chicken, and tilapia. Their sides taste homemade. The Mashed Potatoes and gravy were delicious, the mac and cheese was a littler more than mac and cheese, like actual seasoning was used! The chicken and fish was fried crispy and perfectly. Delicious, meaty, and moist. Don't forget those Honey Biscuits. OMG... so good. This is a must for any order made. Home made biscuits with honey. They do it right, best fried chicken in the CLE! read more

I finally found great fried chicken that isn't salty! I kept hearing good things about V's and finally decided to make the drive over to the east side. It took about 25-30 mins to get there and it's carry-out so be prepared to make some holes in the containers so your hot crispy chicken doesn't steam up and turn into soggy fried chicken on the way home. I suggest calling in your order in advance - you will probably still have a wait time when you get there as they come across as being understaffed. A one piece breast dinner is only $6 and includes two sides and a cornbread muffin. You can chose the breading with six different options. I've tried the breast dinner with the honey crunch breading, coleslaw, stuffing with gravy, and paid 45¢ more to upgrade to a biscuit. I've also tried the breast dinner with cajun breading, mac & cheese, greens with rice, and the muffin. I love that neither of the breadings I tried were salty like I have been experiencing with other restaurants. I did not think the cajun was hot at all and actually could barely taste the seasoning. The honey crunch was the best. Both times the chicken was huge with crunchy skin and moist meat. I did not care for the biscuit nor the muffin, I thought both were a bit plain and dry. You don't really need them anyways with all of the crunchy breading from the chicken. As for the sides I thought the mac & cheese was pretty good, coleslaw was slightly sweet and helped offset all of the heavy/fried food. I know a lot of reviews have raved about the greens and rice, but I thought it was just okay, a bit dry. The stuffing with gravy was just okay as well, a bit plain. While the sides I've tried so far aren't anything to rave about, there are still seven more for me to pick from on my third try of V's. I once tried a slice of oreo cake $6, would not get this again. It tasted like refrigerator. They offer other cakes to try like German chocolate, carrot cake, and a chocolate mousse cake. I am going to give them 4 stars because the fried chicken is the star of the show and it really is tasty. However the sides and desserts are lackluster and I really don't like the "5% convenience fee" that they charge if you don't pay with cash. I think they might need to reread their terms and conditions with Visa and Mastercard. I'd rather they raised their prices than pay a fee. read more

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I love V's! Pro Tip: order online and go in for pick-up. The restaurant does not have a dine-in option and you can easily call and set a time for pick-up! Their chicken is awesome! It has a deliciously crunchy breading and super juicy chicken. I really enjoy their spicy breading as well as the western breading. They do feature a honey mustard breading - which is a bit sweet and has a light honey taste. As for sides, I love the mashed potatoes, corn, and their green beans are delicious too! They also have corn bread and different fried vegetable options. (I recommend the mushrooms or the pickles) read more

V's Gourmet Chicken - Western Breading - Soul Food Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Phenomenal fried chicken! Came over from the west side to grab us a mess o' fried chicken for a glorious Friday night chow-down. PRO TIP: bring an insulated cooler with you to store your goodies on the way home...everything was still piping hot after a 20+ minute commute! Anyways, the fried chicken was outstanding; moist, crispy with a mildly seasoned breading. Our sides choices included mac-n-cheese (with weird ziti noodles), green beans (semi-sweet) and potato wedges (too thick) were less than memorable unfortunately, they just did not fit the flavor profiles our family enjoys. But that chicken tho! read more

Food is good. Hours suck. Especially if you get off after 7. So plan ahead if really want them. Call ahead any way cause the wait can be long. Also. Order by 6:30. I think that's their last take in. It's close but sucks when it's summer and they close up so early. read more

The chicken comes out moist, steamy and crispy. It's because they do it from scratch. Some restaurants par-cook their food, pretty much the entire way, then cook it again before they serve it to you. You can taste and feel the difference. It's also nicely seasoned, not overly salty or laden with MSG. They've been there since my kids were little, and I am a grandmother now. That's gotta tell you something. read more

Damn these little corner shop food spots I keep finding have been blowing me away lately, but V's takes the cake as my favorite. I've had ribs here, I've had their cornmeal fish fry, but their chicken (wings or strips) are what keep me coming back...not only do they have some pretty unique homemade dipping sauces, but you can customize the breading they use with one of their 7 styles. 5 stars! read more

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Got the 4 piece dark meal with the spicy western breading, slaw, and mashed potatoes with gravy. Chicken was cooked perfect, juicy and delicious. Sides were excellent. I don't like corn bread but got the corn muffin and was able to eat it, which says a lot lol. Wife got the 4 piece honey crisp dark meal with sides of Mac & cheese, and baked beans. Again, all of it was delicious. She got the honey biscuit which I will be opting for next time over the corn muffin. Can't wait to go back! read more

Southern Comfort in Northeast Ohio - It isn't too often I crave deep fried chicken, but today was one of those days. Although fried chicken is associated as being a southern entree, the dish originates from the Scottish frying unseasoned chicken in fat and later West Africans frying seasoned chicken in batter and palm oil. Eventually, the method was perfected into the irresistible, breaded, crunchy version we know today. V's Gourmet Chicken, located on 15418 Lakeshore BLVD, in Cleveland has the BEST fried chicken Aaron and I have sunk our teeth into! Each order is made fresh. They have 7 gourmet breadings to choose from as well as 13 gourmet sauces. Despite having so many to choose from, we settled upon the original. Their fried chicken was exceptional, down to the last crumb. The side dishes were just as robust! They included: macaroni and cheese, rice with greens, and rice with beans. Aaron also ordered a huge, hearty sticky roll which rivaled a honey bun. Lastly, I reveled in a velvety slice of homemade apple crisp cheesecake. read more

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when v's first opened, they were very nice and polite. now, not so, however, very, very good chicken! and food! generous sides, excellent baked goods! biscuits, cornbread, homemade rolls, cakes, etc! strictly carryout, but they do not disappoint! call ahead or expect to wait! read more

Super crunchy and absolutely yummy!! Was expecting something a little different as far as the location, thought it may have been a sit down but it is carry out!!! Carried it right on out to my car and into my belly in the parking lot. The owner suggested ordering ahead but living on the other side of town I'm still gonna be eating it in the parking lot. Chicken box on one side and my nine on the other. I had the honey crunch and it was good and crispy and super moist!!! Loved it. The sides left quite a bit to be desired but that chicken made up for it all!!! read more

V's Gourmet Chicken - Wing and a breast.... . Mac n cheese and green beans - Soul Food Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Hi, my ex-boyfriend and I went to Vs about 30 minutes before closing. The man behind the counter was really rude (he didn't like answering our questions (our first time there) and kelp saying that, "all we have is perch, catfish and another kind of fish (I forgot the last one). I told him that, "I saw online that the dinner cost $10.00" and he told me, "that's the wrong site" and gave me a card and told me, "that's the site to go on". We order the perch dinner. When we looked at the dinner the sides were, I guess a decent amount, the biscuit looked good but the perch was three very small pieces. We said to each other, "this is not wroth $15.00" and my ex said that, "we should have went to "Raising Kane" at least it's worth $15.00". Customer Service is a must when working with the public. Thank you. read more

I hear some good things about their chicken. Finally get off by 6. 20minute drive, first time I get the chance to try. All they sell by the time I arrive is shrimp dinners. read more

Hubby has been wanting to try this place for a while. We decided what we wanted before we arrived- got the "best value" chicken dinner and a perch dinner. Each with 2 sides and cornbread each. The rice/ greens and rice and beans, Coke slaw are delish. The mashed potatoes are probably instant but the gravy is yummy! The chicken stayed crispy until we drive home and both chicken and fish was stupendous. Cannot wait to try more!! read more

This place is ok i went here and the employees acted like they had an attitude but the food was alright I probably won't come here again though. read more

This is one of those little-known gems on the Lake. I love the cajun chicken.

I've been wanting to try V's for a long time, but am never in that area. This morning, we woke up with a craving for fried chicken & I knew where we had to go. What we ate: seasoned full wings, seasoned chicken strips (we also tried one mild), stuffing & gravy, macaroni & cheese, rice & beans, rice & greens, potato wedges, a honey biscuit & a sticky roll. The chicken was perfect. Hot, juicy, well-seasoned, and not greasy. The macaroni & cheese was great, but the real star of the side dishes was the rice & greens. Wow, was that good. I ate it just a couple hours ago, and could eat it again right now. And the honey biscuit? It was the perfect end to the meal. We will absolutely be back. Heck, I'd go back for dinner tonight! Between the food & the wonderful customer service, V's will be seeing us a lot. read more

I like this local local store . Fried chicken is ok ,but the corn is very good and the fried mushrooms is the must have Personal note , word limits read more

I have visited V's Gourmet on three occasions and although the chicken is good, the customer service is poor--and that's being generous. Each time I've placed an order over the phone and gone to pick up my food, I've been treated as if they are doing me a favor by serving me food that I've paid for! The main perpetrator is a man behind the counter: his interpersonal skills are terrible, and he should not be public facing. I can't imagine how or why the restaurant leadership would tolerate his attitude. Most recently, after purchasing (and paying in advance for) nearly $100 of chicken, when I arrived to pick up the food I was berated for arriving before the order was ready. I knew I was a few minutes early and was perfectly willing to wait since I don't live near the restaurant, but was made to feel like I was an infringement of some sort, and taking up their time and space. It was belittling and uncalled for. I am voting with my feet--I simply will no longer order from V's. read more

I'm usually a sit-down and eat something fancy kind of girl. But while exploring Euclid before a concert, I was intrigued by the excellent reviews on here, and ended up with a hankering for some of this "best damn fried chicken in Cleveland." V's did not disappoint. Fantastic chicken, mouth-watering ribs, the best fried zucchini, and honey biscuits that are to die for. I got a little over ambitious with my order, and only ate half of my feast. The leftovers were just as excellent the next day for lunch, after being toasted back to their glorious crispness via toaster over. The prices are great, and everything is made to order. (So keep in mind a 20 minute wait for the magic.) Also, there is one table in the place, but it's definitely a carry out place. I recommend Wildwood Park right down the road! Just go here and get some chicken my friends. read more

V's Gourmet Chicken - Soul Food Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Day/Time: Friday, 7PM (they close at 8 weeknights) I see this advertised in the local "Scene" paper and have always vowed to try out the "Voted Best Fried Chicken In Cleveland" if I was over Euclid way. Tonight was the night. Like others I'll say that if you're not looking for V's, you may drive right on past. Located on a curve next to a convenience store. I was looking for a stand alone place, but okay, I found it. Given that it was almost closing time, I can allow for the apparent one lone employee working who appeared pretty busy. That said, I would think when he was handing out pickup orders he could have said hey, be right with you. Instead I waited 5 minutes or so to even be acknowledged. Okay, fine. I ordered just 1 breast and 2 sides and was told it would be 20 minutes. Brain says, "Yeah but it's THE best in the city!" so I go out to my car and listen to the baseball game while waiting. The 20 min. estimate was spot-on. I didn't eat the chicken until I got home and I have to say, it was pretty darn good. I got the "mild" which is basic, no frills, no spices, crispy recipe. I was surprised by the other breading flavors they offered but this first time, I wanted to see what the basics were like, and I wasn't disappointed. The skin - which omg is the best part right, was crispy, not too greasy and no, it didn't taste just like flour as another reviewer stated. It wasn't WOAHWOW, because... "mild" you know? But it was good. Little shake of some salt and pepper, and yeah, IDK if it was the "best" I've ever had, but it was up there. For sides, well I had to have some M&C and I'll say that it had a homemade taste. Not sure if it is, but if not then bonus points just because it tasted as such. I had mashed/gravy too and those were not homemade. They were thin, watery and pretty unremarkable - but hey, I came for the chicken not potatoes. I have to elaborate here on the biscuit. I'm starting to pick off and eat the chicken breading and one little bit, hm... that tastes like honey. For a second I thought they messed up and gave me the honey battered kind (oh that would be so terrible, not) but I then pick up the biscuit and... what's this... the bottom of it is kind of... honey soaked. *blink* Um... yes please? Had I known that was a thing I might have gotten half a dozen of those on their own. Next time. And there will be a next time for V's because I have to try the other breadings and yes, those biscuits - but.... Like many others here have said to be the best process, I will order ahead and pickup. Also, for people who have complained that something wasn't right with their order, there's a sign right at the counter that advises for better satisfaction, check order before leaving. read more

I am so lucky to have V's in my neighborhood! The chicken is always excellent: crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and never greasy. I also love their sauce choices as well as the honey biscuits. My only complaint is that they're not open later! read more

For those of you who are on the fence about going, I'll save you a few minutes: Don't take any of the random bad reviews to heart. It sounds like there have been a few negative experiences with customer service or wait times for orders. BUT it seems that often these folks leaving reviews just didn't understand what they were walking into. The woman who runs the place is a ray of sunshine of a human being (you'll know her when you meet her) and the fried chicken served here is hands down the best in the city, and you'll likely say it's the best you've ever had. Just know these things ahead of time and you will be golden: - Take out service only - no tables and no delivery. - Allow 30+ minutes for your order, whether you call ahead (which you should) or walk in, BECAUSE THEY MAKE IT FRESH. It's scratch-battered and fried chicken - not served from under a heat lamp like at KFC or Popeye's. - No walk-in's after a certain time (not certain about what time exactly) - The price of your order will be slightly more if using a credit card in order to cover their fees - This is an OLD-SCHOOL take-out joint, so just be happy they aren't cash only like others :) - You can't go wrong with any of their breading flavors, but it never hurts to start with original or seasoned. - The honey biscuits are the truth. Seriously, why are you still reading this? Call V's, order some chicken and biscuits and go to Euclid Beach for a picnic :) read more

It's no joke, best fried chicken in cleveland. They've got plenty of sides, but don't kid yourself it's all about the chicken. While there's a variety of flavors the staff might not give you many clues past identifying the individual flavors. Luckily there's a brief explanation of them at the restaurant (see pic). Call ahead and order as it takes up to a half hour if you're ordering a full bird or a dozen pieces (enough for 3-4 hungry adults). read more

V's Gourmet Chicken - 7 flavors. Choose wisely because you can't mix and match in a single order. - Soul Food Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

The gentleman's customer service is terrible. So rude that I canceled the order. I can tolerate a lot, but he was so rude I could no longer take it. I asked questions, he mumbled responses and then said I answered you twice already, then immediately asked for my credit card over the phone before even asking if that completed the order - which it didn't. I asked for a total since he asked for all my credit card information and he told me to check the website... then he said he's just taking orders if I want prices to check the website. Extremely rude and disrespectful. Sad! Great food, but I rather starve. read more

This place is terrible! Idc about bad customer service if the food is banging! But I just want to say everything in here tastes bland like they didn't use any salt seasoned salt garlic pepper just flour!!! The sides tasted like they came from a can and boxes!!! If you enjoy flavorful food then this not the place for you! Everything we ordered was tasteless I'm starting to believe these are paid reviews!!! Because people can't possible think it tastes good!!! read more

This place was totally worth the drive from Maple Heights. I love love love how they cook your food to order, Yes you may have to wait 15- 20 minutes but friends it will be worth it wants you get home and open that box of fried chicken goodness, Oh yeah the ribs were the most tender fall off the bone ribs you will have.. B & Ms and Hot Sauce SHAME ON YOU for the product you put out!!!! Only 2 flaws I found with V Gourmet, 1 the BBQ sauce wasn't the best it was just ok 2 there just to darn far away. If they were closer I'd eat here weekly, not to say I won't go back I definitely will go back soon. Fantastic place read more

V's Gourmet Chicken - White Cake Goodness - Soul Food Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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Excited that I found this place the fried chicken, fish & zucchini is the best, perfect seasoning and not salty. The bun and biscuit with honey are great too . The coleslaw was a bit sweet for my taste and the mac & cheese a bit creamy . I will definitely go back and try other sides. read more

V's Gourmet Chicken - These are the bomb and food stayed hot while I drove home across town ..15 miles to be exact - Soul Food Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

We ordered 125 meals( 200 pieces of chicken, 30 lb of Mac n cheese, Cole slaw and corn muffins) for a local battered women's and children's shelter Mother's Day lunch. I had never been to V's before but the reviews were good. I went to pay the bill and I was surprised that it was small and in a little strip center. The interior reminded of some places I had been to in Jamaica. When leaving I ordered an exact two piece meal that the women would get to give it a try. My wife who is a health nut and does NOT eat fried food couldn't stop eating the chicken. Wow it was good! The shelter said the people loved the food. They said it was the best ever! Thanks V's. read more

Definitely Cleveland's best kept secret. I ordered fried wings with the "seasoned" flavored breading (they have several breading flavors to choose from), rice and greens (amazing, trust me) and buttered corn. The wings were light and crispy, not grease at all. The dinner comes with a corn muffin slathered in honey butter. Everything is made to order so expect to wait but it is worth it. read more

Douglas Trattner wasn't lying in last weeks Scene. V's really does have the best fried chicken in CLE. There are several different choices for breading. We love spicy stuff but we found the honey crisp to be our favorite over Cajun and seasoned. Sides are also bomba$$.. You should try: rice and greens, baked beans, and mac and cheese. Customer service is super friendly. Call ahead. Then give them about 10 minutes more. Yay Collinwood! read more

This place is amazing! The food quality to price ratio is shocking, that I'm surprised V's isn't more well known. The honey biscuits, beans & rice and fried chicken are all quite delicious, and I make a special point to only come here whenever the craving for Southern food arises. The location is not the best and the service is a bit slow but that doesn't detract from the friendly people that work here and the food. I would highly recommend. read more

Worth the stop and any future excursions from the Near West Side in the future. I can't find one thing wrong with V's, and the woman taking care of us was just the nicest and personable person ever. I settled on a 3/piece thigh and 2 wing meal with the seasoned breading, and the lady-friend with the chicken tenders. Opted for mashed with gravy and Mac & cheese, even wanted a couple extra sides which were the rice and beans as well as some cole slaw. All homemade and tasty as fuck. Really liked the rice and beans in that I wanted more. Honey biscuits are a must. Loved the chicken. Still hot, super crispy, and well seasoned. For all the food we ordered it was very reasonably priced and held up well on the ride home. Stopping here in the near future is in order as it puts the lousy KFC's, Popeyes, etc to shame in terms of quality, price, and customer service. read more