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The Budlong Southern Chicken

The Budlong Southern Chicken The Budlong Hot Chicken, a southern restaurant and chicken shop, is known for serving up delicious hot chicken starting with good fried chicken. Their menu offers Naked, Southern Heat, Nashville Hot, or Berserk options for those who enjoy the heat. Founded by Jared Leonard and partnered with Phil Benner, their Director of Culinary Ops / Corporate Chef Dylan Lipe ensures that their American (Traditional), Brunch and Southern food styles are cooked to perfection. This restaurant specializes in dinner and lunch options.

Recent social media posts

Celebrating all the dads today. Happy Father’s Day! 👏
06/21/2026

Celebrating all the dads today. Happy Father’s Day! 👏

06/17/2026

send this to them!!

06/16/2026

get me a hot chicken sandwich asap

06/12/2026

only a couple weeks left, get it while you can! 🍗🍤

a side of Mac n cheese makes everything better
06/10/2026

a side of Mac n cheese makes everything better

if you see a chicken near our restaurant... we just wanna talk 🤔🍗
06/09/2026

if you see a chicken near our restaurant... we just wanna talk 🤔🍗

06/08/2026

We had the opportunity to serve up some local Chicago hot chicken for 's first traveling pickleball event - all the way from LA to right here in Chicago! 🥒 If you want to see us at another pop-up event this summer, let us know where in the comments! 👀⬇️

06/05/2026

like can I just get a chicken sandwich PLEASE

A HOT new bombshell has entered the villa 🔥🤩 can’t wait to see which side it’ll be coupling up with for your order👀 ...
06/03/2026

A HOT new bombshell has entered the villa 🔥🤩 can’t wait to see which side it’ll be coupling up with for your order👀

Chicken or Shrimp? Either way, our new Po' Boy will hit 🔥🍤🍗
06/03/2026

Chicken or Shrimp? Either way, our new Po' Boy will hit 🔥🍤🍗

Address

1008 W. Armitage
Chicago, IL
60614

For the chicken shop and chicken restaurant, take the Purple or Red Line to Belmont Station. Then walk 4 blocks west on Belmont Ave.

For the southern restaurant, take the Brown Line to Diversey Station. Then walk 3 blocks south on Sheffield Ave.

If driving, there is limited street parking available near both locations. Alternatively, there are paid parking garages in the area for convenience.

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 9pm
Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 9pm
Saturday 11am - 9pm
Sunday 11am - 9pm

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The Budlong Hot Chicken in Chicago is a must-visit for anyone who loves fried chicken with a kick. The restaurant offers a variety of heat levels, from "Naked" to Southern Heat, Nashville Hot, and Berserk. The culinary team, led by Founder/Owner Jared Leonard and Partner Phil Benner, ensures that every dish is made with the highest quality ingredients and cooked to perfection. The menu features classic Southern dishes like biscuits and gravy, as well as American favorites like brunch and dinner options. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, The Budlong Hot Chicken has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this delicious hot chicken spot in Chicago!

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