Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are The Wren, Pelicana Chicken and The Red Lion, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find affordable places for fried chicken in Washington Square. Top-rated fried chicken spots at the right price.
Washington Square's Affordable Fried Chicken Destinations
Discover a world of crispy, golden perfection with our guide to the most affordable fried chicken spots surrounding Washington Square. This diverse selection spans classic American comfort food at mainstays like The Wren and The Red Lion to international interpretations such as Korean wings from Pelicana Chicken or Japanese-style poultry at Tori Bien. Whether you are craving the bold spices of Gupshup’s Indian flavors, Mexican-inspired bites at Coppelia, or even unique Italian influences, these budget-friendly eateries offer a global tour of fried favorites right in the heart of the neighborhood.
17 restaurants in Best Affordable Fried Chicken in Washington Square | Top Affordable Spots
- The Wren · rated 5/5: American.
- Pelicana Chicken · rated 4.2/5: Korean.
- The Red Lion · rated 4/5: American.
- Downtown Social · rated 4/5: American.
- Wonderland Bar · rated 4/5: American.
- Phebes · rated 3/5: American.
- Ray's · rated 3/5: American.
- Dan & John's Wings: American.
- GMT Tavern: American.
- Tori Bien: Japanese.
- Gupshup: Indian.
- Kimura: Japanese.
- Coppelia: Mexican.
- Carroll Place: Italian.
- Pelicana Chicken: Korean.
- The Grey Dog: American (Burgers, sandwiches, breakfast.
- Sweet Chick: 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.
