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Fordham Fried Seafood & Chicken
8.4
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Fordham Fried Seafood & Chicken is a long-running halal counter on the Grand Concourse known for big fried chicken and seafood platters served over piles of fries. Heavy delivery volume and steady neighborhood traffic make it a go-to when you want classic fried plates with plenty of potatoes on the side.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seafood Deluxe with French Fries, Shrimp and Crabstick w/ French Fries, Fried Whiting with French Fries
Scores:
Value: 8.7
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Halal seafood-and-chicken counter where fried platters come loaded with fries.
Who should go: Fans of fried chicken and fish who want big portions.
When to visit: Early evening before peak delivery rush and late-night orders.
What to order: Seafood Deluxe with fries, fried whiting platter, shrimp with fries.
Insider tip: Combo platters are usually big enough to split between two light eaters.