The story
Located on Ludlow Street, Chicken and Fries has established itself as a go-to destination for no-frills comfort food in New York City. This fast-food spot is celebrated for its hearty portions and reliable menu, making it a perfect stop for a quick bite or a late-night indulgence.
The kitchen excels at crowd-pleasing staples, including the classic burger and the buffalo honey chicken pops. For those seeking more creative flavors, the menu also features unique options like the Lemon Pepper slider, which creator Bertra hailed as a "masterpiece," and the Peach Barbecue slider. While creator Pratt noted that the breading on the chicken can occasionally lean toward the slightly burnt side, he ultimately concluded that the food remains delicious. Whether you are a local or just passing through, this spot offers a flavorful experience that keeps diners coming back.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2023.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 4 dish mentions say about the food
The Lemon Pepper Slider earns raves for its bright, peppery punch, while the overall vibe is unpretentious comfort food done right.
“This is insane. The tender is even softer and juicier than the peach one, and the lemon pepper sauce is incredible — it tastes like lemon chicken scaloppine in sandwich form. The lemon is refreshing, the pepper gives a kick. It reminds me of Pringles Sour Cream & Onion but better. This is the best one so far, absolutely a hit. I'd lick every part of my body for this.”
What creators say
2 creators have covered Chicken and Fries. Most active: Bertra, Pratt
A tiny local spot with creative flavors — the Lemon Pepper slider is a masterpiece, while the Peach Barbecue is interesting but not a repeat.
Dishes mentioned
Peach Barbecue Slider
The chicken is less juicy and less tender than the previous place, but the flavor is good. The peach barbecue sauce is very strange — I can really taste the peach, it's almost like a Monster energy drink flavor. The combination with jalapeño is interesting, not bad, but it doesn't make me say 'Wow, I'm eating the best thing ever.' There's no cheese, so it lacks that fatty, round mouthfeel. It's complex, more adult, but I probably wouldn't order it again.
Lemon Pepper Slider
This is insane. The tender is even softer and juicier than the peach one, and the lemon pepper sauce is incredible — it tastes like lemon chicken scaloppine in sandwich form. The lemon is refreshing, the pepper gives a kick. It reminds me of Pringles Sour Cream & Onion but better. This is the best one so far, absolutely a hit. I'd lick every part of my body for this.
A chicken and fries spot with excellent burgers and chicken pops, slightly burnt breading but overall delicious.
Dishes mentioned
Classic Burger
Look at that — with the big slice of cucumber, you see it? The big slice of cucumber is something. They dirtied it — how good it is. The chicken is very tender, the breading is crunchy, the cucumber is perfect. The sauces are made by them, I saw. Wow. No no. I think they only had a few seconds of problem with the frying oil because there's a slightly burnt aftertaste in the breading. Really for a little. It's a shame because I would have eaten the sandwich if it had been perfect. If you pass by, try it because it deserves love.
Buffalo Honey Chicken Pop
Apart from the presentation — but I already feel the chicken is tender. Holy cow, I don't know how they do it. The sauces they have are absurd. The flavor is — wow, it doesn't resemble anything. This is really something, then on the sweet and sour. This is something you eat walking and you're happy. With this spring onion sliced on top, it's the death of it. It goes very Asian in terms of flavors. I finish this plate. There are a lot of people asking for food here, so we can give it to them too. I would want three more portions of these — it's too good, too good. Look, it's really a romantic story, it's emotional. It's River Plate beating Boca in the final — lift it to the sky, captain, lift it.
