Aviv Acco

Best fried chicken I’ve ever had! Staff was really friendly and food was great. I even got to get a scoop of their fresh Mac & cheese batch.

Anders Eriksson

Just amazing how good the ribs are there. The chicken wings are amazing to. Chicken breast was a bit dry but still really good flavours in there. The girl working there was really friendly and helpful to. And there mac and cheese was great and I loved there coleslaw.

Gaby Diaz

The family meal is a STEAL. Ten giant, juicy, perfectly seasoned pieces of fried on-the-bone chicken. Six colossal pieces of cakey cornbread that are a religious experience. Three large sides. The Lima beans were my fave, and I can’t even believe I’m saying that. Perfect texture and saltiness. I was blown away. If you’re grabbing and going, bring a big and sturdy bag. The paper bags they have can’t hold Gods’ treasures by itself, and you don’t want to be carrying that from the bottom for blocks. The people there are super friendly. No wonder this place is so beloved.

Apaar Bhatnagar

Charles Pan-Fried Chicken on the Upper West Side instantly transported me back to the soul food spots I loved in Atlanta. The fried chicken was perfectly seasoned and crispy, with that signature pan-fried crunch that’s hard to find anywhere outside the South. The sides were absolutely spot-on — creamy mac n cheese, sweet candied yams, and perfectly cooked collard greens that tasted like they came straight from someone’s Sunday dinner table. The sweet tea was solid — not quite Georgia sweet, but close enough to pair well with the meal. What really stood out was the hospitality. The service was out of this world — warm, welcoming, and genuinely kind. You can tell it’s family-operated, and it feels like they’ve invited you into their home for a meal. If you’re craving real-deal soul food in New York, this is it. Charles’ place is a gem, and I’ll definitely be back.

Keke Might Ride

This was my first time visiting Charles Pan Fried Chicken, and I hope it won't be the last. My coworker and I drove 10 miles to get the restaurant and it was well worth the trip. We were immediately greeted by the workers Freedom and Raven , who were very friendly and helpful. Because it was my first time I wasn't sure what I should try; they both helped make the selection process much easier. Freedom had great interpersonal skill , he had a good sense of humor and was very easy to talk to. Raven was very sweet an and polite she allowed me to try a small serving of the beverage before I made a decision which was great. The food was very good; tasted like a home cooked meal. I drove back before I could try it and even though it wasn't as hot it was still very good. I would definitely recommend you come try this restaurant if you are in the mood for some soul food! Thanks again Freedom and Raven!

Jonathan Kleitman

I've been looking for a meat and three in NYC and I heard about this place. I got fried chicken (leg and thigh) with mac-n-cheese and collards. It came with cornbread too. The chicken was good. Reminded me of a better version of old school KFC. It was moist and tender and well seasoned. The mac was the baked kind I was looking for. I've seen some reviews saying it's dry but if you know Southern baked mac you know that it's not super saucy and this mac is the type I was looking for. The greens were also well seasoned and cooked well. I ordered the $10 chicken plate which came with two pieces of either dark or white meat, one side, and the cornbread. The additional side was $6. The cornbread is the sweet kind and had a cake/muffin type texture. If you've been looking for a meat and three I would check this place out. The $10 plate is a good option for a good lunch if you're in the area.

+2

daily good vibes

Easy to find and small place but BIG flavor. Chicken was nice. Mac and cheese was cheesy and moist. The greens.....perfect. and the strawberry cheesecake dessert all i can say is god bless the person that created that. It was delicious. Super friendly lady inside didn't catch her name. She needs a raise by the way

+1

Food is amazing! Really good chicken, desert and sides. I always look forward to coming here.

food is amazing! Really good chicken, desert and sides. I always look forward to coming here.

Food is amazing! Really good chicken, desert and sides. I always look forward to coming here.

visiting from cali and decided to try charles pan fried chicken. as we walk in we were greeted by Dio and Elijah. they have amazing energy and customer service skills. definitely try this place o…

visiting from cali and decided to try charles pan fried chicken. as we walk in we were greeted by Dio and Elijah. they have amazing energy and customer service skills. definitely try this place out.

service here is southern hospitality at it's best. Even though it's not full dine in the way you get treated makes you want to stay. Stephanie, the lady who took care of me was super sweet and welc…

10/10 service, food quality and ambiance especially in this cold. All the servers are so sweet and food was sooooo good definitely must eat

10/10 service, food quality and ambiance especially in this cold. All the servers are so sweet and food was sooooo good definitely must eat

Best ribs I have ever eaten\nI lived the chicken I loved all of your sides and desserts \nCheesecake was unbelievable \nBut those ribs\nI can't say enough\nCan't wait to go back

Food was extremely flavorful and amazing. All employees were welcoming, vibrant, and helpful. The place itself is cozy and very clean. I 100% would be back.

Ong Shujian

Chicken was flavourful but ribs a bit dry. Mac and cheese stuck together and collard greens underseasoned. Not what I was expecting after hearing so much about this place. Perhaps it would be better to dine in and eat it fresh.

Chicken was pretty salty for me! I'm not impressed! Yams were delicious & Mac & Cheese was ok!! Cashier was super helpful & friendly!! There was a small 3 seat table for you to eat there!! Spent abou…

chicken was pretty salty for me! I'm not impressed! Yams were delicious & Mac & Cheese was ok!! Cashier was super helpful & friendly!! There was a small 3 seat table for you to eat there!! Spent ab…

i just got one chicken breast and ate it there. it was pretty good! crispy and juicy. but very limited seating. its kinda hard to enjoy chicken sitting with all your stuff and your coat on. but i m…

This is not a sit down restaurant with ambiance it's an order and leave joint but don't let it deter you. This is some of the best fried chicken I have ever had. The service is great. The girl work…

Location was small w/ extremely limited seating BUT the service was great. Recommend the collard greens, string beans and cornbread.! Chicken was just ok.

Jon John

I went 3 hours before closing and they were out of Mac & cheese and. Mashed potatoes. The chicken was good. The fry was good and it was juicy. It was lacking seasoning in my opinion. I don’t think I would go again. The yams were good. The cornbread was mid, could have used some honey butter. I wasn’t offered any condiments I had to ask for hot sauce.

The turkey wings have no seasoning aside from gravy an the sides except for the Yams are not edible at all...at least at the 145st store, 125 st has a much better chef..

The turkey wings have no seasoning aside from gravy an the sides except for the Yams are not edible at all...at least at the 145st store, 125 st has a much better chef..

WHEN: Mon @3pm\n\nAfter lots of walking at the Natural History Museum, it was time for a late lunch! This place has very limited seating but we were able to sit at the counter since it's not the bu…

It's was yummy! And worth to try, service was friendly and the restaurant had a chill calm atmosphere we went at like 12:30 so it was nice and not super busy

Craig b

Too be honest.. Disappointed.. The mac and cheese was cold and a Congeled, the chicken was hot but bland.. The drinks my god.. I think if you added another gallon of water they would still be to sweet. For me, I would tell everyone not to go

Do not go here, disorganized. food is tasty but willl have you waiting no communication when orders are cancelled, do not recommend

**BEWARE: Horrible Food and Even Worse Customer Service - HORRIBLE**\n\nAfter waiting an hour for my food, the restaurant called to inform me that one of the two desserts I had ordered was unavaila…