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    Why Not Chicken

    4.5 (28 reviews)

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    Dogs allowed

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    Phillip H.

    THE CHICKEN IS WORTH THE DRIVE!! I learned about "WHY NOT CHICKEN" from a family member and thought I would give it a try. Tonight was my first time visiting the establish so I was not sure what to expect. The staff members were friendly but the service was little slow I felt, despite the dining area being quite empty for a Friday night (see image). I highly recommend the rotisserie chicken! Quite surprised/ impressed by the flavor, as well as juiciness of the meat. I sampled 3 of the veggie offerings --- the mashed potatoes where lumpy with small bits of potato skins, (not instant) and the Mac & Cheese was creamy good. I will be honest- not a fan of the green beans tonight, not cooked enough for my liking, "waxy" to chew. Sandwiches and wraps available for lighter , smaller portion meals as well. Why not give WHY NOT CHICKEN a try.

    3 pc tender w/fries
    Krisdena R.

    Had to stop in and try the Why Not Chicken Salad and it was delicious! A friend had the pulled chicken sandwich and commented the smaller portion of fries vs. previous visit. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Was a bit concerning how light lunch crowd was, but chalked it up our visit being earlier in the week.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If crunched for time, pre-order and pick up at their drive thru window.

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    Dan K.

    New restaurant, but the owner/manager has owned others. Very friendly service and a good variety of items and sides. Delish!

    Wings & fried Mash Potatoes

    Ordered wings sweet tai Chili and fried mashed potato bites.yum Door dash delivery Fast & hot

    Rotisserie Chicken breast
    Big I.

    The food is great! The rotisserie chicken is especially juicy and delicious! The staff is very friendly! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is clean![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This is a great new place that I highly recommend!!

    Their rotisserie chicken is cooked over an open flame.

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    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Clean with Great food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Highly impressed with this relatively new restaurant. Salad and wrap was delicious.

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    Best red velvet cookies around. Delicious warm. A little pricey but well worth it. I will buy them again.

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    Very pleased! Soup was amazing! Loved my wrap! Service was great. Wonderful people. Will definitely go back!

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    love the food, i've tried quite a few of their entrees and never disappointed. also great service!

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