If you love fried chicken, Calgary has some great spots that you have to try. Here’s a look at three places where the chicken is not just good—it’s fantastic!
1. Seoul Fried Chicken
Location: 2100 4 St SW, Calgary, AB T2S 1W7
Seoul Fried Chicken is a favorite for anyone who likes a Korean twist on classic fried chicken. What makes this place special is how soft and juicy the chicken is. They have fantastic combos designed for solo diners, making it the perfect spot for a quick bite or dining alone. If you haven’t tried Korean-style chicken before, this place will set the bar high.
Fun Fact 1/3: The founder of KFC, Colonel Harland Sanders, started selling his famous fried chicken during the Great Depression from a roadside restaurant in Kentucky.
2. Flirty Bird Chicken
Location: 827 1 Ave NE, Calgary, AB
Flirty Bird Chicken became famous on TikTok, and it lives up to the hype. The chicken here is well-seasoned with a perfect crunch. They make a spicy crispy fried chicken sandwich that is absolutely delicious—it’s spicy, crunchy, and just messy enough to be fun to eat. If crispy and spicy is your thing, this is your place.
Fun Fact 2/3: In the United States, July 6th is celebrated as National Fried Chicken Day every year.
3. WOW Chicken
Location: Various locations around Calgary
People know Wow Chicken for being top-notch. The deep frying of their chicken leads to chicken that is crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and comes with just the right amount of sauce.
People love this place because the chicken is always cooked perfectly and there fries are absolutely THE BEST. It’s a great spot if you want to be sure you’ll get good chicken every time you visit.
Fun Fact 3/3: Korean fried chicken (double fried), Japanese Karaage (coated with potato starch), and Thai Gai Tod (spiced and served with sweet chili sauce).
