Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Last Drop Tavern, The Beer Hall and Sool Bar and Lounge, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find cheap places for fried chicken in San Francisco. Top-rated fried chicken spots at the right price.
San Francisco's Cheap Fried Chicken Destinations
San Francisco offers a diverse array of affordable fried chicken that spans global flavors and local favorites. From the classic American crunch at The Bird and Last Drop Tavern to unique international twists at Ben Thai Cafe and Turtle Tower, these budget-friendly spots prove you do not have to spend a fortune for a satisfying meal. Whether you are craving Italian-inspired bites, savory Korean wings, or traditional Vietnamese preparations, this collection highlights the best value bird across the city's vibrant neighborhoods.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Fried Chicken in San Francisco | Top Cheap Spots
- Last Drop Tavern · rated 5/5: American.
- The Beer Hall · rated 4/5: American.
- Sool Bar and Lounge · rated 4/5: Korean.
- Afterwork Bar · rated 4/5: American.
- Royal Exchange · rated 4/5: American.
- Southside Spirit House · rated 4/5: American.
- The Bird · rated 4/5: American.
- Victory Hall & Parlor · rated 4/5: American.
- Sam's American Eatery · rated 4/5: American.
- Hotel Utah Saloon · rated 3/5: American.
- Harry's Bar · rated 3/5: Italian.
- The Hungry Café · rated 3/5: American.
- Jo Jo's Cafe · rated 1/5: American.
- Metro Caffe: Italian.
- Ben Thai Cafe: Thai.
- Gai: Thai.
- The Bird: American.
- Turtle Tower: Vietnamese.
- Curio: Seafood.
- Farmhouse Kitchen: Thai.
- Korean Soul Chicken: Korean.
- International Smoke: Steakhouse.
- Hot Sauce and Panko: Japanese.
- Hi-Way: American.
- Aria Korean Tapas: Korean.
- Jijime: Korean.
- Flippin' Burger: American.
- 1428 Haight: French.
- San Tung: Chinese.
- Atwater Tavern: 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.
