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Chicken Hut
Master Critic Review
Chicken Hut
8.2
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Chicken Hut is a decades-old Broadway counter where charcoal-roasted chicken, mashed potatoes, and pita anchor some of the most affordable full dinners in Lakeview. The menu is narrow, but the trade-off is consistently crispy skin, juicy meat, and plates that can easily feed two for the price of one entree elsewhere.
Must-Try Dishes:
Whole Chicken Dinner Special, Half Chicken with Two Sides, Quarter Dark with Pita and Potatoes
Scores:
Value: 9.1
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.4
Atmosphere: 6.3
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Cash-only rotisserie chicken plates with old-school pricing and portions that feel built for sharing.
Who should go: Budget-minded diners craving roast chicken and hearty sides.
When to visit: Early dinner or takeout before the post-work rush hits.
What to order: Whole Chicken Dinner, half chicken with potatoes, quarter dark with pita.
Insider tip: Add extra pita and salsa and plan on leftovers—the chicken reheats well and stretches into sandwiches the next day.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking on Broadway and nearby side streets; can be tight during dinner hours but usually manageable with a short walk
Dress code: Casual — come as you are; takeout and counter-service vibe
Noise level: Low to moderate — easy to hold a conversation, especially earlier in the evening
Weekend wait: 5–20 minutes during peak early evening, mostly for takeout orders
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited — mostly sides like potatoes, rice, salad, and pita
Vegan options: Very limited — a few sides may work, but this is a chicken-focused menu
Gluten-free options: Possible — roast chicken and most sides can be ordered without pita, but no dedicated gluten-free prep area
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a formal first date — it’s a casual, counter-service spot better suited for low-key, practical meals than an ambiance-driven outing.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — reservations aren’t used here. Seating is first-come-first-served, and most guests do takeout, so turnover is fairly quick.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — portions are shareable, the food is simple and familiar, and it works well for families with older kids; there are no high chairs or kids’ menu.
Best For
Better for: Large, affordable rotisserie chicken plates with generous portions and dependable takeout value
Skip if: You’re looking for ambiance, a broad menu with lots of dietary accommodations, or a sit-down restaurant experience