Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Jefferson Tap & Grille, The Izakaya at Momotaro and PERILLA fare, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find the best places for fried chicken in West Loop. Curated list of top-rated restaurants serving exceptional fried chicken.
West Loop's Premier Fried Chicken Destinations
Chicago’s West Loop is a premier destination for crispy, golden perfection, offering a diverse array of fried chicken that spans global culinary traditions. You can savor classic American comfort at Jefferson Tap & Grille and Recess, or explore international interpretations like the Japanese-inspired bites at The Izakaya at Momotaro and the bold Korean flavors of PERILLA fare. For a touch of elegance, Bar La Rue brings a French flair to the table, ensuring that every craving for a satisfying crunch is met within this vibrant neighborhood.
5 restaurants in Best Fried Chicken in West Loop | Top Spots
- Jefferson Tap & Grille · rated 4/5: American.
- The Izakaya at Momotaro: Japanese.
- PERILLA fare: Korean.
- Recess: American.
- Bar La Rue: French.
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.
