Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Mother Hubbard's Sports Pub, Jake Melnick's Corner Tap and Perilla Steakhouse, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find cheap places for fried chicken in River North. Top-rated fried chicken spots at the right price.
River North's Cheap Fried Chicken Destinations
Finding a budget-friendly meal in the heart of River North is easier than you think when you know where to look for crispy, golden comfort food. This collection highlights the best spots for affordable American fried chicken, ranging from laid-back sports bars like Mother Hubbard's Sports Pub to casual neighborhood joints. Whether you are grabbing a quick bite between meetings or settling in for a game, these local favorites prove that you do not have to break the bank for a satisfying meal in one of the city's most vibrant districts.
7 restaurants in Best Cheap Fried Chicken in River North | Top Cheap Spots
- Mother Hubbard's Sports Pub · rated 4/5: American.
- Jake Melnick's Corner Tap: American.
- Perilla Steakhouse: Steakhouse.
- No Vacancy: American.
- Atwood: American.
- The Dearborn: American.
- West Town Bakery: 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.



