While there’s no dispute that Nashville is the home to some of the best fried chicken in the country, you don’t have to travel all the way down south to get some spicy hot good eats. Here in Boston, we’ve picked out our 5 favorite spots for hot chicken to enjoy in the Hub!
1. Underdog Hot Chicken
Recently opened in 2021, this Allston joint serves only fried chicken, and boy do they do it well! Their hot chicken sandwich features crispy chicken with ‘kaleslaw’ and a house sauce on a toasted brioche bun.
Find it at 160 Brighton Ave, Boston, MA 02134.
2. Buttermilk & Bourbon
Buttermilk & Bourbon takes Southern cuisine to elevated levels. This Back Bay restaurant serves wings, boneless fried thighs, and bone-in half chicken, all of which can ordered with Nashville hot sauce.
Find Buttermilk & Bourbon at 160 Commonwealth Ave in Boston and 100 Arsenal Yard Blvd in Watertown.
3. Loretta’s Last Call
Conveniently located near Fenway Park, Loretta’s is a great spot to stop by before a game or concert to grab a hot chicken sandwich slaw on a sweet potato bun.
Find it at 1 Lansdowne St. Boston, MA 02115.
4. The Porch Southern Fare & Juke Joint
The Porch is Medford’s premier spot for live music and good eats. In addition to catching some local musicians, you can order a full tray of hot Nashville-style chicken or a hot chicken sandwich.
Find it at 175 Rivers Edge Dr, Medford, MA 02155.
5. Six String Grill & Stage
With weekly live music and an outdoor patio, Six Strings is a great pick for some Southern food and entertainment. Their Nashville hot chicken sandwich comes with hot sauce, pickles, mayo & lettuce on a country bulky roll.
Find it at 275 Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA 02035.
[Featured image: The Porch]