The 14 top-rated fried chicken in Loop, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is fried chicken at Half Sour (755 S Clark St), with a flavor score of 84 out of 100 from 5 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best Fried Chicken across Chicago→Fried chicken is praised for its spicy seasoning and juiciness, perfectly complemented by amazing cornbread and flavorful sides.
Fried chicken features crunchy, flavorful skin and juicy meat, but some found it dry or lacking seasoning, especially the sides.
Midwest fried chicken is praised for its crispy texture and sweet maple glaze, though some found it overcooked and hard.
Fried chicken is praised for its juiciness and crunch, but some found it overcooked or lacking flavor under the glaze.
Fried chicken is praised for its crispy texture and juicy flavor, but long wait times and service issues frustrate many.
Fried chicken features crispy breading and flavorful seasoning, but some complained about old grease and inconsistent freshness.
Korean fried chicken features a crispy skin and sweet-spicy sauce, but some found it too salty and lacking flavor.
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