Dan Koester is a chef and owner known for his sourdough bread.
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Honey Butter Fried Chicken sits in a cozy little spot in Avondale, and the name pretty much tells you exactly what you're walking into, antibiotic-free, high-quality fried chicken served in a handful of creative ways with a focus on real, thoughtful ingredients rather than just a quick fast-food fix. The space is small and warm, with a casual counter-service setup that makes it easy to grab a quick lunch or settle in for a slower dinner.
We got the classic fried chicken plate, a few pieces served with honey butter on the side, and the chicken itself was juicy with a crackly, well-seasoned crust that held up even after sitting for a few minutes while we got settled. The standout though was the fried chicken nachos, a mound of tortilla chips loaded with chunks of that same fried chicken, melty pimento cheese, candied jalapenos, lime crema, and a corn pico de gallo on top, the kind of dish that sounds like a lot and somehow balances out perfectly. We also tried the biscuits, soft and a little sweet, a great vehicle for soaking up extra honey butter. A side of coleslaw rounded things out, light and tangy, cutting through all that richness from the chicken. Service was friendly and the staff clearly cared about getting the order right, checking in to make sure everything came out the way we wanted.
It's a small, neighborhood kind of place, not flashy, but the quality of the chicken speaks for itself the moment you take the first bite.
Another experience worth the trip as I am blessed enough to be in town visiting my family. This spot has had my attention for awhile and glad to finally experience it in person. The chicken was good good and the honey butter fries was a unique taste and the macaroniandcheesewas the star of the meal. With an expansive menu, this spot will definitely satisfy those who visit.
I stopped in for lunch. The staff were very friendly and inviting. I got the 2 piece meal and a cherry dump cake. The 2 pieces were 1 leg and 1 strip. Everything was good, but the corn muffins were my favorite part! I ended up ordering more for takeout. The staff brought my takeout order to my table to make it easy.
Usually decent, but the last couple trips, if I order something seasonal or monthly special, the sauce to protein ratio is disgusting. Anyways- not giving another chance, if you’re in the mood for an affordable dessert though, the “dump cake” is always good.
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Crispy, buttery and sweet. Honey butter fried chicken always has a good crisp and I added nachos to my last order and it was good too. They use pimento cheese so expect an untraditional flavor but I knew this in advance. It’s still really good once you know what the flavor profile will be like.
