John’s Fried Chicken
“The place has gotten attention after the NY Daily News named this non-descript Inwood chicken shop "the best" fried chicken in NYC.”
“It is not KFC nor Kennedy's nor Popeye's.
It is not a fast food experience though the food is already prepared.”
“If your looking for fancy go elsewhere, this is value.”
John’s Fried Chicken
Take-out: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
3 reviews
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If you've read my reviews, you know I'm a huge fan of Popeye's "Louisiana" Fried Chicken, and that in my recent travels in rural Louisiana, I actually ATE authentic Louisiana fried chicken. I heard the buzz about John's and knew I had to check it out. The place has gotten attention after the NY Daily News named this non-descript Inwood chicken shop "the best" fried chicken in NYC. As it happens, I live 5 minutes away and decided to stop after the gym. (Way to cancel out that work, MC! STUPID, STUPID, STUPID!)
I digress. "Non-descript" is an understatement for John's. The place looks like a total dump outside and inside, but as those who follow the Hole in the Wall Principle (HWP) know, this actually means the food is really good, and they aren't trying to pull a fast one on you with internal decor and typical Manhattan restaurant pageantry.
So how was the fried chicken? It's a different flavor from Popeye's, and I won't say it was BETTER, but I definitely loved the taste of it. Kinda has a cajun feel to it. I also didn't have a lot of dry mouth afterwards, which means they didn't go heavy on the sodium and garlic salt. The seasoning definitely is a little spicy, and if you're sensitive, be sure not to order like 6 pieces and scarf them down.
Will I be back? I will indeed. They also have whole/half rotisserie chickens and other "grub" that looked like a good time.
Along with IHOP, John's Fried Chicken has earned the coveted "Merlin 5." #merlinfive
Ok, seriously? This chicken is disgusting! KFC, Popeyes, even the Chinos make a better fried chicken. Yes, it is a staple in this hood and a godsend to those stumbling around at all hours, but 4 or 5 stars??? Absolutely not! Gross…
WHY DOES NO ONE HERE SPEAK ENGLISH??!
I've eaten at John's twice and both times could not find one employee that spoke English to take my order. So naturally, my orders weren't right. And the fried chicken? Come on. All you see plastered on the walls at this place are their awards & rave reviews, but honestly I've had better fried chicken at KFC. The pieces here are tiny, greasy & cold.
I don't know who this John person is, but sir, your chicken sucks.