
06 Dec 2024
Fried chicken has become a staple comfort food for any occasion, whether longing for wings drenched in hot sauce or crispy burgers. Although there are many fried chicken vendors across Belfast, we have put together our list of the best and those sure to have that classic homestyle flavour.
Described as the home of “Proper Chicken Wings”, Wing It may be a new addition to the Belfast food scene but has quickly made a name for itself. A regular appearance on local foodie Instagrams, Wing It does exactly as the name suggests, delivering juicy chicken wings but in a variety of flavours. With the choice of six, 10 or 20 boxes, visitors can choose from a selection of seven sauces including Korean, Jack Daniels Honey, Bang Bang and the special Hot and Spicy Buffalo. If the chicken wings aren’t enough, Wing It offers a variety of sides including Flamin Hot Fries and Chorizo Mac and Cheese – the perfect accompaniment to your fried chicken wings.
Just one of the popular areas of Belfast’s iconic bar Laverys & The Woodworkers is a rustic, chic bar focused on its craft tap rotations, allowing guests to sample a variety of unique drafts from around the world. Although renowned for its unique beers, The Woodworkers also has an exciting food menu, consisting of classic “pub grub” with a modern twist. This consists of platters, fish and chips, pies and sliders, but most popular of all, the fried chicken. With 1⁄2 kilo buckets of chicken wings, either flavoured in classic Reds hot sauce or honey chilli chicken, any fried chicken fan is sure to leave satisfied. A venue specifically focused on socialising and creating a friendly atmosphere, The Woodworkers ensures no one has to miss out, offering a vegan alternative to its famous hot wings, substituting the chicken for cauliflower. When prepared in the crispy batter, coated with the same signature Reds hot sauce, it’ll shock anyone that this was once only a vegetable.
Located above one of Belfast’s most popular bars, The Dirty Onion, Yardbird is the city’s answer to homestyle rotisserie chicken. Offering a small menu that is big on flavour, Yardbird’s passion for chicken is clear, from its lengthy preparation process, marinating the birds for 24 hours in lemon, buttermilk and paprika, to the presentation, cooking up each order on an open spit. The process ensures the chicken never loses any of its flavour and remains juicy right through to the lucky final diner. On a mission to deliver great chicken, fast service and even better value, it’s clear Yardbird delivers on its promises with regular offers and a whole rotisserie chicken costing less than £20. As well as quarter, half and full chicken dishes, you can order ribs and wings combos as well as options for veggies, too. Whether in for lunch or dinner, Yardbird is the perfect spot to satisfy those chicken cravings, whilst enjoying great live entertainment in an atmospheric location.
A once popular pop-up, Hey Chick has become a queued out vendor in Belfast’s Common Market, offering up tasty chicken dishes every Thursday through Sunday. Focused on a precise menu of fried chicken favourites, including the fried “chick sticks” and fully loaded burgers, Hey Chick delivers unashamedly delicious fast food and unparalleled flavours. This venue’s popularity is clear, regularly making an appearance on local foodie Instagram pages every weekend, specifically showcasing mouthwatering and over the top burgers. The regular burger is an obvious favourite for those simply yearning for classic fried chicken, however Hey Chick’s Korean and Buffalo variations are truly unique and equally delicious, especially for those who love something a little different. If crispy fried chicken, wedged between two fluffy potato buns doesn’t appeal to you, Hey Chick’s chick sticks and loaded fries are another tasty way to sample the specialist seasoning.