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Chicken Joints in Downtown

Chicken Restaurants in Downtown San Antonio

Hooters

HootersA sports bar, chicken restaurant, and American restaurant all in one, Hooters is known for its BYOB burgers and seafood dishes.

Saltgrass Steak House

Saltgrass Steak HouseFamous for serving Certified Angus Beef® steaks, Saltgrass Steak House is an award-winning steakhouse that also offers delicious chicken dishes cooked to perfection.

Motel Fried Chicken

Motel Fried ChickenMotel Fried Chicken is a delivery-only sandwich shop and chicken restaurant that uses Chef Chad Rosenthal's special recipe for herb-brined, buttermilk-fried chicken.

Whataburger

WhataburgerAn iconic burger restaurant since 1950, Whataburger also serves up delicious chicken dishes that are sure to satisfy your cravings.

What people say

If you are a fried chicken lover, Downtown San Antonio has plenty of options to satisfy your cravings. However, not all chicken restaurants are created equal. To help you navigate through the many options, we have gathered some of the top recommended chicken restaurants in Downtown and what locals and tourists have to say about them.

One of the most popular chicken restaurants in the area is Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken. Located on East Commerce Street, this restaurant boasts crispy and juicy fried chicken that is cooked to perfection. The locals cannot get enough of their spicy fried chicken and the sides like mac and cheese, baked beans, and coleslaw. Prices are reasonable, with a two-piece dark meat dinner costing around $10.

Another top recommendation is Hot Joy, located on South Presa Street. Known for its Asian-inspired cuisine, Hot Joy has a unique take on chicken that will leave your taste buds dancing. Their Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich is especially popular among the locals and tourists alike. Prices are a bit higher than Gus's, with a meal costing around $20.

For classic southern-style fried chicken, head over to Mama Lee's Soul Food Kitchen on North Flores Street. This restaurant has been serving up crispy and juicy fried chicken for years and has become a local favorite. Prices here are very affordable, with a two-piece meal costing only $7.

Other notable mentions include Pollos Asados Los Norteños on West Hildebrand Avenue, offering delicious grilled chicken with a Mexican flair, and The Cookhouse on Mistletoe Avenue, known for their Cajun-style fried chicken.

Overall, Downtown San Antonio has something for everyone when it comes to satisfying your fried chicken cravings. So why not try one (or all) of these recommended restaurants and let us know what you think!