The Budlong Hot Chicken

(5 Reviews)
4619 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, USA

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Category: Restaurant,
Address: 4619 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, USA
Zip code: 60625
Website: http://www.thebudlong.com/
Opening hours (Edit)
Monday:Closed
Tuesday:11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday:11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday:11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday:11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday:11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Customer Ratings and Reviews

  • Zachary Flax on Google

    (February 20, 2019, 7:01 pm)

    I’ve been wanting to try this place for a long time and I don’t think I’ll be back for a long time. I got the Hot Chicken Sandwich and greens and my co-worker ordered tenders and greens and the cost was over $30. A bit pricey for lunch. At that price I was expecting some phenomenal chicken and I was met with just an ok chicken sandwich. The fry on the chicken was perfect, but if you’ve had real Tennessee hot chicken before you know it’s bursting with flavor, and this chicken fell way short. Maybe it’s because the taste was covered by too many pickles or too much slaw, but than don’t serve the sandwich like that. The fry on the chicken and the greens are the reason for 3 stars. Flavor, service, and cost are all two star. The reason service failed was because I was quoted 15 minutes for pickup, showed up 15 min later, and waited another 20. Not cool when you’re on a tight lunch break.

  • kay beach on Google

    (February 18, 2019, 7:09 pm)

    We visited today. I got the chicken fingers, not the hottest but the ones right under that, and they were great! They were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Hubs got the quarter dark and LOVED IT and he is a fried chicken connoisseur. We are from the south. We were pleased to find out that their chef was from SC! The staff was very friendly. The manager spent some time talking to us and telling us about the place. We wanted to try the biscuits but didn’t because we thought that 3 bucks was a bit steep but would’ve loved to see how they compared to a true southern one. I hope this place stays around! It’s a keeper!

  • Caleb Carbone on Google

    (August 2, 2018, 5:37 am)

    Please don't go in there trying to be the tough guy and see how hot you can get it.. the hot is pleanty of spice and great flavor. Mac and cheese is decent but their bread pudding is the money maker. A little pricey but over all worth it

  • Arturo Serrano on Google

    (July 26, 2018, 3:13 am)

    Awesome spot for some Tennessee Hot Chicken. I arrived there in the afternoon and the place was empty but still didn't stop me from ordering food. Everything on the menu looked delicious but I went for the hot chicken sandwich and wow was it good. I also ordered the Mac and cheese with a biscuit. The Mac and cheese was good and wasn't over cheesy. The biscuit was great with the jam and the cheerwine soda finished off a good meal. Will visit again soon.

  • John Kuschel on Google

    (June 26, 2018, 11:13 pm)

    Had the chicken sandwich and completely fell in love with just how spicy their hot sauce is. This is nothing for the faint of heart. You will fall in love with it while it melts your face. The biscuit you can order with your meal, and the thick pickle slice will be your only friend and saving grace. The atmosphere was amazing! There was a record player playing music and the staff were simply loads of fun! Go here the next time you are in Lincoln Square!

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