Charles Pan-Fried Chicken – American
The rhythmic sizzle of cast-iron skillets sets the stage at this soulful destination, where chicken is pan-fried to a legendary, golden-brown crunch that gives way to succulent, tender meat. Generous plates of smoky barbecue ribs, velvet-textured smothered turkey wings, and crisp catfish create a symphony of Southern comfort, inviting guests to linger over deep, savory flavors that feel like a heartfelt, home-cooked embrace.
340 West 145th Street, 10030 https://charlespanfriedchicken.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, diabetic, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, mediterranean, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, gerd, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, weight-watchers, carnivore, aip, low-fodmap, tlc, renal, volumetrics, detox, alkaline, raw-food, candida, lectin-free, mayo-clinic, macrobiotic, slow-carb, pegan
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the flavorful main courses and the kitchen’s evident pride in their craft, noting that every dish is consistently tasty and well-prepared. Guests love the relaxed vibe and pleasant atmosphere, frequently highlighting the attentive and timely service that ensures a seamless dining experience. Celebrated for being a great addition to the neighborhood, this spot is praised for its welcoming environment and the high quality of its culinary offerings.
Menu
Plates
All Plates served with your choice of two sides and Cornbread.
- Veggie Plate - $17: Four Sides of Your Choice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Plant-Based
- Pan-Fried Chicken Plate - $18.95: 3 Pieces of Charles' Famous Pan-Fried Chicken, served with two sides and cornbread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Barbecue Chicken Plate - $18.95: 1/2 Barbecue Smoked Chicken, served with two sides and cornbread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Smothered Chicken Plate - $18.95: 3 Pieces of Pan-Fried Chicken smothered in Charles Homemade Gravy, served with two sides and cornbread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Smothered Turkey Wings Plate - $18.95: 2 Turkey Wings smothered in Charles’s Gravy, served with two sides and cornbread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pulled Pork Plate (16 oz) - $19.95: Barbecue Smoked Pulled Pork, served with two sides and cornbread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Barbecue Smoked Ribs Plate - $22.95: Barbecue Smoked Third Rack of Ribs (4 Bones), served with two sides and cornbread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pan-Fried Catfish Plate - $22.95: Charles Pan-Fried Southern Catfish, served with two sides and cornbread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Combinations
All Combos are served with your choice of two sides & Cornbread (Except Classic).
- Classic Combo - $10.95: Choice of 2 Piece Chicken OR 1 Turkey Wing with Choice of 1 Side & Cornbread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken & Ribs Combo - $28.95: 2-piece Pan-Fried Chicken or a Half of Barbecue Smoked Chicken, & Barbecue Smoked Third Rack of Ribs (4 Bones) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken & Pulled Pork Combo - $28.95: 2-piece Pan-Fried Chicken or a Half Barbecue Smoked Chicken, & Barbecue Smoked Pulled Pork Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Ribs & Pulled Pork Combo - $28.95: Barbecue Smoked Pulled Pork (8oz) & Barbecue Smoked Third Rack of Ribs (4 Bones) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins, Carnivore
A La Carte
- Pan-Fried Wing - $2.25 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pan-Fried Drumstick - $2.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins, Carnivore
- Pan-Fried Thighs - $4.25 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Pan-Fried Breast - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Turkey Wing - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free
- 1/2 Barbecue Smoked Chicken - $11.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pulled Pork (16 oz) - $11.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Shrimp (8-Pieces) - $10 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Lectin-Free
- Third Rack of Ribs (4 Bones) - $13.5: Barbecue Smoked Ribs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Full Rack of Ribs (12 Bones) - $34: Barbecue Smoked Ribs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Family Meals
All are served with three 16 oz. sides of your choice, and 6 pieces of Cornbread.
- Family Pan-Fried Chicken - $45: 10 Assorted Pieces, three 16 oz. sides, and 6 pieces of Cornbread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Family Barbecue Smoked Chicken - $45: Whole Chicken, three 16 oz. sides, and 6 pieces of Cornbread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Sides
- Baked Mac & Cheese - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Potato Salad - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Black Eyed Peas - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Yams - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Fodmap, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Coleslaw - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Raw-Food
- Lima Beans - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Collard Greens - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- White Rice - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, TLC, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic
- String Beans - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Grits - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Okra - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Cabbage - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Mashed Potatoes - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Cornbread - $1.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Add-ons
- BBQ Sauce - $0.5: Sweet, Smoky, Classic - 2oz Cup
- Jerk BBQ Sauce - $0.5: Bold, Spicy, Island Kick - 2oz Cup
- Hot Sauce - $0.5: Perfect with a Kiss of Heat - 2oz Cup
- Sugarcane Infused Honey - $0.5: Smooth, Golden Sweetness - 2oz Cup
Desserts
- Sweet Potato Pie - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Banana Pudding - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Peach Cobbler - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Red Velvet - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Strawberry Cheesecake - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Homemade Sweet Tea - $3: 16oz
- Homemade Limeade - $3: 16oz
- Southern Punch - $3: 16oz
- Half & Half (Sweet Tea/Limeade) - $3: 16oz
- Bottle Water - $2: Poland Spring
Catering Trays
- 1/2 Tray Pan-Fried Chicken - $80: 25 Assorted Pieces Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Full Tray Pan-Fried Chicken - $155: 50 Assorted Pieces Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- 1/2 Tray Pulled Pork - $80 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Full Tray Pulled Pork - $155 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
- 1/2 Tray Any Side - $75
- Full Tray Any Side - $140
- 1/2 Fried Catfish - $75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Full Fried Catfish - $150 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- 1/2 Baked Salmon & More - $75 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating
- Full Baked Salmon & More - $150 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory
- 1/2 Smothered Turkey Wings - $60 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Full Smothered Turkey Wings - $110 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- 1/2 Braised BBQ Chicken - $70 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Full Braised BBQ Chicken - $130 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Charles Pan-Fried Chicken
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking high-quality Southern comfort food, such as pan-fried chicken and ribs, in a relaxed, welcoming neighborhood environment would most enjoy this restaurant.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include yams and veggie plates, while keto, gluten-free, and low-carb diets are supported by pulled pork and salmon.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates mixed diets with high-protein, keto, and gluten-free options like pulled pork, alongside vegetarian and plant-based veggie plates.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific number of reviews for Charles Pan-Fried Chicken.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The Pulled Pork (16 oz) works for multiple diets simultaneously, including keto, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, and high-protein.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Diners rave about the flavorful main courses, consistently tasty dishes, and the attentive service within a relaxed, welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has a website at https://charlespanfriedchicken.com/, though the provided data does not specify online ordering capabilities.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Experience this restaurant by enjoying flavorful main courses like pan-fried chicken or ribs in a relaxed, welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided information does not include a specific address, but the restaurant's location details can be found on their website.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With an expensive ($$$) price level and a 4.0/5 rating, diners praise the high-quality culinary offerings and generous portions.