Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are The Winslow, The Wren and Batsu, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 4 upscale dining experiences
Find upscale places for fried chicken in NoLita. Top-rated fried chicken spots at the right price.
NoLita's Upscale Fried Chicken Destinations
NoLita’s chic streets are home to a sophisticated take on comfort food where crispy, golden poultry meets refined Asian flavors. This collection highlights the neighborhood's best upscale fried chicken, blending traditional techniques with the vibrant spices of Japanese and Thai cuisine. You can savor expertly seasoned dishes at Japanese favorites like Batsu and Kimura, or explore the bold, aromatic crunch offered at Wok Wok Southeast Asian Kitchen. These destinations offer an elevated dining experience for anyone seeking a gourmet twist on a classic favorite in the heart of downtown.
23 restaurants in Best Upscale Fried Chicken in NoLita | Top Upscale Spots
- The Winslow · rated 5/5: British.
- The Wren · rated 5/5: American.
- Batsu · rated 5/5: Japanese.
- Pecking House · rated 5/5: Chinese.
- Pelicana Chicken · rated 4.2/5: Korean.
- 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.
- Nakamura: Japanese.
- 375° Chicken 'n Fries: American.
- The Flower Shop: American.
- Tori Bien: Japanese.
- Ginger & Lemongrass: Vietnamese.
- Kimura: Japanese.
- Carroll Place: Italian.
- Pelicana Chicken: Korean.
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.
