Recent social media posts
09/09/2026
There’s never a dull day in the restaurant business!!! It turns out the alternator works best when it’s IN the van and not in the middle of the road. Who knew?! Shoutout to our Operations team for being on it and to the guys from CR TOWING & RECOVERY who get here in under 30 mins to help us out today. We appreciate you!
You’ve gotta take the good with the bad, and there’s a lot of good!!!
On a similar note. My son watched our viral video from yesterday and told me it’s the “dumbest thing” he’s ever seen. No joke.
So shoutout to the alternator and my son for keeping me humble today. Tomorrow is looking up!!! 🤣
09/08/2026
Here you go, a Fry the Coop kitchen tour!!! We source great raw ingredients and make our food ourselves because it’s important to us. Nothing straight out of a freezer bag (we don’t even have one!) - everything you get here is distinctively Fry the Coop!
From our hand breaded chicken to our custom spices to our house made sauces to our custom pickles and more. It’s what makes us us! And you can really taste the difference ❤️
09/07/2026
We are OPEN today for Labor Day!!! Hope to see ya soon at Fry the Coop! ☀️
09/05/2026
Did you know you can find the best chicken sandwich EVER in Portage Park, just a short walk from 6 Corners!!! ❤️ Fry the Coop
09/03/2026
We’re about to ruin every other chicken nugget for you because…. ours are EPIC😎
09/02/2026
From our first location in Oak Lawn, IL to 9 locations later! We ❤️ YOU! Thank you for continuing to support us!!!!
Now come grab some hot chicken on this awesome Wednesday🤤❤️😆
09/01/2026
The donut sandwich may be gone but not forgotten!!! We do LTO’s throughout the year!!!! So, you’ll get an even better donut sandwich - just not as often❤️🍩🍗 Stay tuned!!
08/31/2026
SOUND ON for just a little singing and commentary!!! 🤣🤣 Not only do we fry all of our chicken and fries in 100% beef tallow (since 2017), we also dip them in our seasoned tallow when they come out of the fryer! This adds an extra layer of flavor AND acts as a binder for the spices that go on next. Now ya know!!! ❤️
08/28/2026
Who’s got questions??? ❤️ We get a ton in the DMs, so today I thought we could answer some here! Ask your questions below and I’ll do my best to answer them in the next week or two on this page and email. But please be nice LOL!!! Thank you all!
PS but please don’t ask when the wraps are coming back LOL!
08/28/2026
Fun outing with our Store Leaders this week!!! ❤️❤️Everyone’s been working extra hard lately, so this was a fun break. Guess who won?? Team 2: Edgar, Ricky, Phil, Wendolly!!! $25 lottery tickets each to the winners! And even better, the Losers had to… (answer your guesses below…)
08/26/2026
If you missed us last week on WGN, please check it out! We always have a ton of fun with Tonya Francisco and Amy Rutledge and always an honor to be a guest on DaytimeChicago! See how we made our J.P. Graziano Grocery Company and D'Amatos Bakery collab sandwich! And if you Like this post, maybe we'll bring it back ASAP?!?!
08/26/2026
OH HEEEYY from the Sox game last weekend! Our Operations team thought we’d check out Hot Ones at the game!!! We tried their hottest wing and it was hot, but we can totally beat it LOL - someone tell them to come try Lil Insanity sometime! 🥵🔥
08/24/2026
TODAY is the day!!! $5 Swaffle sandwiches all day at Fry the Coop!!! Come and get em at all 10 locations! Monday, August 24 for ! 😍❤️
Fried chicken double fried in 100% beef tallow, between 2 waffle quarters as the “bun” with spicy honey butter and warm maple syrup! YUMMMM
08/23/2026
Woke up at 3am today to go on tv to tell you all about Swaffle Day tomorrow (Monday 8/24)!!! $5 dolla make you holla all day long!!! All Fry the Coop locations, in store only, limit 2 per person! A waffle sandwich with double fried chicken and spicy honey butter!!! You don’t wanna miss this!!! Thank you to WGN TV for having us on!
08/22/2026
OOPS - $5 Swaffle Day is this Monday 8/24!!! 🔥🔥Yes, like in 2 days!!! All 10 Fry the Coop locations, 5 dolla make ya holla!!! This is our 3rd year doing them for National Waffle Day. And in all the fuss over last week’s collab, this really snuck up on us, so please spread the word and tell all of your friends who need to know about this!!!! YOU ROCK!!! See you soon!!! ❤️❤️❤️
08/21/2026
This is why we do what we do!!! 💪 Shoutout to our awesome team. There are over 200 team members now at Fry the Coop!!! Which is hard to believe. Thank you all for being awesome and showing up every day. This is some of our badass team at Elmhurst!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Address
623 W North Avenue
Elmhurst, IL
60126
To get to the American restaurant on W North Avenue in Elmhurst, there are a few options for transportation.
If taking public transport, you can take the Metra Union Pacific West line to the Elmhurst station. From there, it is about a 10-minute walk to the restaurant. Alternatively, you can take the Pace bus 332 or 309 from the Elmhurst station and get off at York St & North Ave. The restaurant is about a 4-minute walk from that stop.
If driving, there is street parking available along W North Avenue and nearby side streets. There is also a parking lot behind the building accessible via Poplar Street.
Please note that these directions are not specific to Fry the Coop and may apply to other locations on W North Avenue in Elmhurst.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
10:30am - 10pm |
| Tuesday |
10:30am - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
10:30am - 10pm |
| Thursday |
10:30am - 10pm |
| Friday |
10:30am - 10pm |
| Saturday |
10:30am - 10pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 8pm |
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What people say
American restaurants are known for their delicious and hearty meals, and Fry the Coop on W North Avenue in Elmhurst is no exception. This American restaurant has gained a reputation for serving up some of the best fried chicken in town. The menu boasts a variety of options, from regular fried chicken to the more adventurous giardiniera-topped fried chicken.
What sets Fry the Coop apart is not only the quality of their food but also their commitment to customer satisfaction. Their social media posts exude positivity and excitement, with messages like "We can't wait to make you HAPPY!!!!" and "Always made with LOVE just for you!" It's clear that they take pride in what they do and want their customers to have a great experience.
Their sandwiches are also worth mentioning - as big as your hand and hand-breaded, they're perfect for a satisfying lunch. And if you're looking for something to satisfy your sweet tooth, be sure to try their homemade pies.
Overall, Fry the Coop is a must-visit spot for anyone who loves good old-fashioned American comfort food. With friendly staff, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere, it's no wonder why this restaurant has become so popular among locals and visitors alike.
