Sometimes there’s nothing we love more than putting the health kick on pause and indulging in some good old comfort food – and what better food for the soul than a plate of perfectly golden and crispy fried chicken? But rather than opting for a bucket of fast food and a lonely night on the couch, why not venture out into town with pals and enjoy some drinks and good vibes with your food instead? Here are our favourite spots for fried chicken in Edinburgh, which will certainly entice any fried chicken fanatic!
The best places for fried chicken in Edinburgh
Chix
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Chicken
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25 Dalry Rd, Edinburgh EH11 2BQ, UK
Located within the Bonnie and Wild food market in St James’
Quarter, Chix is a new hot spot for those looking for a wow factor
from their fast food. Brought to Edinburgh by Chef de Partie at
Heston Blumenthal’s Fat Duck, Ed Cresswell, and Max Murray, Chix
seeks to reinvigorate fried chicken dishes and give them a
so-called ‘fine dining makeover’. On the menu, you’ll find
incredible fried chicken sandwiches and boneless marinated chicken
‘tendies’, which are perfect for dipping. Condiment choices include
Sicilian Pesto Mayo, Spicy Gojuchang and Polynesian Coconut Curry &
Lime – if you fancy dips which are a bit more gourmet than your
usual chippy sauces.
Bread Meats Bread
- Burgers, American, Diner
- 92 Lothian Road, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, EH3 9BE
If fried chicken burgers are your thing, you’ll be spoiled for
choice with Bread Meats Bread’s delicious range of burgers, which
come in an array of different flavours. Spice lovers will love the
Angry Bird burger, which is served with buffalo sauce, chillies,
jalapeños, and blue cheese mayo. Or if you’re more of a truffle
fan, the Truffle Shuffle burger is packed full of flavour, topped
with smoky mozzarella and truffle mayo, and served on a bed of
rocket and parmesan cheese. Or go back to basics with the Classic
Fried Chicken Burger topped with pickles, lettuce, tomatoes, and
garlic mayo. All burgers are made with free-range buttermilk fried
chicken and the portion sizes are perfect for big appetites. Bread
Meats Bread’s laidback American diner vibes make it a great spot
for family meals or casual catch-ups with friends over an ice-cold
beer.
The Black Fox
- American, Burgers, Gastropub
- 17 Albert Place, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, EH7 5HN
If you’re in Leith, head over to this trendy gastropub for
craft beers, refreshing cocktails and some seriously good fried
chicken. The menu is packed full of comfort food classics, which
will transport you Stateside, with a stylish, Brooklyn-esque dining
space to match. If you’re just after a wee bite, opt for the
irresistible Crispy Chicken Goujons, which are seasoned to
perfection and fried until crispy and golden. They’re great for
dipping in your choice of buffalo or ranch dressing, and go great
alongside some of the Loaded Potato Wedges or Corn on the Cob with
a Cajun rub. If you’ve got more of an appetite, try the Big Trouble
in Little China – a crispy fried chicken burger topped with onion
rings, rocket, Asian slaw, and teriyaki sauce.
Café Andaluz
- Spanish, Tapas
- 77B George Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH2 3EE
Café Andaluz serves up some incredible Spanish tapas plates,
including a gourmet fried chicken dish called Pollo Rebozado Con
Miel, which is to die for. Made with succulent chicken breast
fillets coated in a light, crispy batter and drizzled with a honey
and grain mustard dressing, this dish is a refined take on fried
chicken. On the tapas menu, you’ll find plenty more Iberian small
plates to accompany this dish, including pork, seafood, beef,
chicken, and vegetable dishes. And if you’re dining out with
several people, we recommend ordering one of the refreshing Sangria
pitchers to share for a true Spanish dining experience.
