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Nestled in the vibrant heart of Londonderry, the Chicken Shop offers a quintessential experience for lovers of crispy, juicy fried chicken. Known for its simple yet flavorful menu, this spot has carved out a reputation among locals and travelers alike for delivering comfort food with a gourmet twist. The aroma of perfectly seasoned chicken roasting over hot coals greets you as you step into this hidden gem, creating an inviting atmosphere that beckons you to indulge.

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Visit the Chicken Shop today for a taste of London’s best fried chicken experience.

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This location is closed. Tried on December 29, 2024 and was informed the location closed last year.

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This is the place if you're in the mood for fried chicken! It's excellent. Fried perfect. Crispy and steam cooked on the inside. Easy to order and lovely staff.

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DEFINITELY NOT BETTER THAN CANES!! But the food was good, the hot sauce was spicy and the fries were good the only problem was false advertising that the chicken was better than Canes and I come from Texas so I can confirm this is false. You should check it out if you like chicken or just hungry. Ps no body beats canes.

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Hidden away in the basement of the Hoxton Holborn Hotel is this table service restaurant serving tasty rotisserie cooked chicken that has been marinated overnight and then spit-roasted over hot coals. The result is that even the chicken breast meat comes out juicy and tender. You'll have your choices of barbecue and hot sauces at the table, if you want to plus the bird up with some additional flavour... but I'd recommend you try the meat first as the seasonings are excellent as they are.

The menu is fairly simple. You can offset a relatively healthy chicken entree with temptations such as their famous mac n'cheese or a crispy crinkle cut chips to be dipped in mayo. Instead, after several days of overindulgence in London, I decided on a simple salad of butter lettuce and avocado. The waitress was rather impressed with my restraint. The salad was very sparsely dressed but not boring. It was a refreshment of a side for 6.5 quid. 

Having restrained myself to just one pint of Camden Pale Ale, the waitress returned to ask if I wanted one of their famous puddings. (In the Queen's English, all desserts are called puddings... I learned, but not all puddings are desserts.) Luckily, the puddings on offer included their cracking deep-filled apple pie, a generous slice spooned hot out of the pan with a ball of melty vanilla ice cream. All that healthy eating was just setup for this moment... because this pie is many pleasures in one. The heated fruit tart and just a little crisp and fresh. The crust that's flaky and crumbly, with just a cookie-like snap at the outset... ready to be eaten on its own or swirled into the pool of melty ice cream mingling with the sugary drippings from the filling. I haven't ever said so much thought to an apple pie. The Chicken Shop does it right.

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Erm my goodness! This place is a find! We stumbled upon this place (it is in the basement) on our way to the museum. The chicken is rotisserie cooked over open flame. You can order by the quarter, half or whole. If there are more than two of you I would split a chicken & order a couple of sides. The sides are generous & very delicious (we had the salad & chips). The salad was very fresh & went very well with the chicken & oh my the chips. Crispy with tender innards. The chicken was slap your mama good. I swear this place could beat out some of the places here in H-town. They have a couple of sauces & the "hot" was very spicy (another surprise). The service was fast & friendly. Very reasonable price.

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it is a YES from me ! I love chicken and have had me some chicken from around the world and i can say this chicken is PHENOMENALLLL! i love the CRUNCH so much it was so crispy and juicy and not dry and tough. the staff is also very kind and sweet.

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Being on our fourth day in London we had already explored a lot of the Buckingham Palace area and were heading to Drury Lane to see a show. Using Yelp as our guide we discovered Chicken Shop and couldn't have been happier. 

The downstairs restaurant had a different feel to it, like we had found a secret place away from the crowded streets above. The ambiance had a very rustic feel to it, with unfinished wooden walls and wooden tables and chairs. We were seated immediately (Sunday afternoon is a great time to go) and the service was spot on. Our waiter quickly went through the simple menu with us and made some recommendations based on our family size. 

The menu is structured for family style dining, with lots of shared main and side dishes. For a family of four we got a half a chicken and three sides (two mac and cheeses and fries) and there was more than enough food for us. The chicken was moist and seasoned so that you didn't need anything on it (but the sauces on the tables were tasty) and the Mac and cheese was homemade with additional parmigiana cheese. The fries were standard but went well with the garlic mayo that they provided. 

After the main meal we ordered the deep filled apple pie and chocolate brownie (which came with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and heavy cream) and both were out of this world, freshly made and a great topper to the meal. 

Highly recommend this place for a quick lunch, a longer dinner with friends or family, or even for take away. The prices won't break your wallet and the food is fresh and delicious. The servers were very attentive and helpful and if I am ever in London in the near future I will definitely be coming here again.

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Great chicken and sides. Pretty cheap and cheerful.

Recommend this place. It's easy to miss as it's a nondescript door with a sign outside. You get a good whiff of the nail salon on the way in and then it's an open space downstairs, albeit a bit dark.

Good, friendly service, with a real simple and straight forward menu. We ordered a half chicken with fries, coleslaw and corn on the cob. All were delicious. I tried a bit of the hot sauce and it was spicy! Similar to the sauces at Nando's.

I wish there was more natural light, but that's minor. They open till midnight on Friday and Saturday! I like this place a lot and will be back.

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Tasty and delicious!
A must eat place!

Go with friends and enjoy! Simple and no hassle menu is perfect!

Best chicken restaurant so far!

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Really worth to try this place,  the chicken and short ribs are so good ! We have eleven people and ate four whole chicken, three short ribs and some sides. And the bill is just 210 pounds, which is a normal price in central London. I will back to this restaurant later, like it!

London’s Hidden Gem: Chicken Shop near Holborn with Juicy Rotisserie Chicken

Experience the ultimate in fried chicken at Chicken Shop, a hidden gem with a rustic basement ambiance in the heart of Londonderry. Our menu boasts a mouthwatering selection of hearty, flavorful dishes designed to satisfy every chicken lover and foodie craving authentic, crispy, and tender rotisserie cooked chicken.

Begin your meal with our succulent chicken wings, seasoned to perfection, or enjoy a fresh, crisp salad topped with tender chicken slices. Our sides like crispy crinkle-cut chips and homemade coleslaw are perfect accompaniments.

Savor our signature rotisserie chicken, marinated overnight and spit-roasted over hot coals for juicy, flavorful meat every time. Options include half or whole chicken, served with your choice of spicy hot sauces or sweet barbecue sauces. For a taste of comfort, try our crispy chicken tenders or a hearty chicken burger.

Indulge in our freshly baked apple pie, filled with warm, spiced apples and topped with vanilla ice cream. For chocolate lovers, our rich brownie served with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream promises a perfect sweet ending.

Complement your meal with a refreshing selection of drinks including craft beers, soft drinks, and specialty lemonades. Don’t miss our local Camden Pale Ale or a chilled glass of sparkling water, perfect to cleanse the palate.

Enjoy our special offerings such as the deep-filled apple pie or the chocolate brownie, both served hot with a side of vanilla ice cream. Perfect for sharing or satisfying a sweet tooth after an indulgent meal.

Savor mouthwatering chicken at London's vibrant Chicken Shop near Holborn. Dive into crispy, flavorful meals in a lively setting. Book your taste adventure now!

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