Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Bonchon Chicken, Sam Sunny and Mercato, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find affordable places for fried chicken in Herald Square. Top-rated fried chicken spots at the right price.
Herald Square's Affordable Fried Chicken Destinations
Explore the most inviting and affordable fried chicken destinations tucked away in the vibrant streets of Herald Square. This diverse collection spans a world of culinary styles, featuring everything from savory Korean specialties at Bonchon and Sam Sunny to flavorful American pub fare at Flying Cock and Jack Doyle's. Whether you are craving Vietnamese influences at Nom Nam or a unique Italian twist at Mercato, these local favorites offer satisfying, crispy meals that are perfect for a quick lunch or a casual night out.
19 restaurants in Best Affordable Fried Chicken in Herald Square | Top Affordable Spots
- Bonchon Chicken · rated 4.2/5: Korean.
- Sam Sunny · rated 4/5: Korean.
- Mercato · rated 4/5: Italian.
- Blue Haven · rated 4/5: American.
- Flying Cock · rated 4/5: American.
- The Storehouse · rated 4/5: American.
- Jack Doyle's · rated 4/5: American.
- Bella Union · rated 4/5: American.
- Black Tap · rated 4/5: American.
- Nom Nam · rated 3/5: Vietnamese.
- Pioneers Bar NYC · rated 3/5: American.
- Mulligan's Pub · rated 3/5: American.
- Sundays Well · rated 3/5: American.
- Bangia: Korean.
- Pelicana: Korean.
- Mista Oh: Korean.
- Dan & John's Wings: American.
- Friedman's: American.
- Jollibee: American.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.











