Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are The Wren, Pecking House and The Red Lion, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find upscale places for fried chicken in Little Italy. Top-rated fried chicken spots at the right price.
Little Italy's Upscale Fried Chicken Destinations
Little Italy’s dining scene offers a sophisticated twist on a comfort classic with this selection of upscale fried chicken destinations. These spots elevate the dish through the vibrant flavors of Thai and Japanese culinary traditions, providing a refined alternative to standard fare at establishments like Wok Wok Southeast Asian Kitchen and Kimura. Whether you are looking for a stylish date night or a high-end group dinner, these eateries redefine what it means to enjoy crispy, golden poultry in the heart of the neighborhood.
16 restaurants in Best Upscale Fried Chicken in Little Italy | Top Upscale Spots
- The Wren · rated 5/5: American.
- Pecking House · rated 5/5: Chinese.
- The Red Lion · rated 4/5: American.
- The Bowery Beer Garden · rated 4/5: American.
- Wok Wok Southeast Asian Kitchen · rated 4/5: Thai.
- Downtown Social · rated 4/5: American.
- Wonderland Bar · rated 4/5: American.
- Double Chicken Please · rated 4/5: American.
- Phebes · rated 3/5: American.
- Ray's · rated 3/5: American.
- Pretty Ricky's · rated 3/5: American.
- GMT Tavern: American.
- 375° Chicken 'n Fries: American.
- The Flower Shop: American.
- Kimura: Japanese.
- Carroll Place: Italian.
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.
