Atlanta’s Best Chicken Sandwiches
It’s only fitting that the national fast food fried chicken sandwich wars have also played out on the local level at Atlanta’s restaurants. With a city packed full of so many talented restaurateurs, it’s pretty much inevitable that there have been some mean chicken sandwiches created all over ATL. Here are some of our favorites from fried to grilled and anything in between!
Editors Note: This article was originally published on April 30, 2021 and last updated on November 14, 2024. Please refer to restaurant websites and social media pages for the most up-to-date information.
1. Amalfi’s Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
Multiple locatins
A chicken parmesan sandwich is a dream made into a reality. Amalfi has it; wait until you try it with their pesto. It will change your life! This Italian-inspired restaurant with locations in Buckhead and Downtown, will satisfy all your taste-buds within seconds. You cannot go wrong with anything on their menu, especially the chicken parm sandwich!
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2. B&L Wings’s Dirty Bird Chicken Sandwich
800 Forrest St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
It’s only fitting that Atlanta’s Wing King stepped into the chicken sandwich arena with a mean dirty bird chicken sandwich. Brad of B&L Wings, a pick-up/delivery only wing spot and an Atlanta Eats staff favorite, has developed a great chicken sandwich with a massive chicken breast breaded and fried in his signature hot, honey lemon pepper sauce with slaw, pickles, and his homemade sweet blue cheese. It’s available only on Fridays–the perfect way to kickstart your weekend.
3. Delilah’s Everyday Soul’s Southern Belle Sandwich
1235 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Hold onto your taste buds, because we’ve uncovered the holy grail of chicken sandwiches! Delilah’s Southern Belle comes stuffed with a massive, crispy chicken breast, fried green tomatoes, bacon, pickles, pimento cheese, lettuce, mayo, and their housemade hot sauce. This scrumptious sandwich will absolutely sweep you off your feet and have you coming back for more.
4. Hattie B’s Hot Chicken Sandwich
Multiple locations
It may have been Prince’s Hot Chicken that pioneered the mind-numbingly hot and now, widely popular Nashville hot chicken craze. But we also appreciate Hattie B’s take, with their hot chicken sandwich with spice levels from mild to “Shut the Cluck Up!” Be warned that their mild spice level is very mild, so you’re going to want to up the spiciness if you’re more used to Prince’s.
5. Hero Donut’s Chicken Sandwich
33 Georgia Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
Made popular in Alabama, Hero Donuts & Buns also has a location in Summerhill, Atlanta, lucky us! Their menu features delicious offerings all perfect for your next cheat meal. There are some solid cake donuts, totally fire burgers, and of course, chicken sandwiches that are a must-try. The Buffalo chicken sandwich is a saucy, delicious mess of a sandwich and the extra crispy Super Crunch sandwich with pepper jam and cracked sauce is also on point.
6. How Crispy Express’ Lemon Pepper Wet Chicken Sandwich
71 Georgia Ave SE Atlanta, GA 30312
We can’t forget How Crispy Express’ chicken sandwich! It is not a question of how crispy their sandwiches are because the answer is very crispy! But their lemon pepper wet chicken sandwich is just perfection! The chicken has a mixture of buffalo sauce and dusted lemon pepper with lettuce, pickles, and ranch.
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7. Java Saga’s ABC Chicken Sandwich
5145 Buford Hwy NE # E, Doraville, GA 30340
We’ve had buttermilk fried chicken, we’ve had Korean fried chicken, we’ve had Nashville hot chicken… is Taiwanese chicken the next big thing? Java Saga is making a strong case for it with their assortment of chicken sandwiches. We’re partial to the ABC sandwich with jalapeño American Cheese, Asian slaw, sweet pickles, and Boomin’ Mango Habanero sauce, but they’ve also got a 886 Sandwich with daikon-carrot slaw, jalapeño peppers, cilantro and Sriracha mayo and Jolly Rancher sandwich with bacon, fried egg, jalapeño American cheese, avocado, and jalapeño ranch.
8. Mukja Korean Fried Chicken’s Bird on a Bun
933 Peachtree St NE Suite 951, Atlanta, GA 30309
Located in the heart of Midtown, Mukja Korean’s Bird on a Bun is out of this world. Served with a fried chicken thigh, warm potato buns, pickles, and a secret sauce, the chicken comes out to be perfectly crispy, yet tender and juicy on the inside every time. If you’re looking for a phenomenal chicken sandwich, this one is the real deal.
9. PONKO’s OG Sauce Chicken Sandwich
Multiple locations
We don’t know what it is about PONKO Chicken, but something about the way they fry chicken and make their sauces is so addicting. And we’re thrilled they’ve expanded so that you can easily find a location near you almost everywhere in ATL. Get their chicken sandwich in OG, BBQ, or Spicy and be sure to also order a side of their sesame foodie fries. Their OG Sauce is delicious, but you’ll have to try all three flavors to see your fave!
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10. Scoville’s Hot Chicken Sandwich
Multiple locations
Scoville’s hot chicken sandwich, available from non-spicy all the way up to reaper, will be your new weekly go to chicken fix. The coleslaw on top adds a hit of coolness to the heat, and the chicken is absurdly massive, overflowing over the buns’ sides. You’re going to love it!
11. Storico Fresco’s Truffle Chicken Panini
3167 Peachtree Road Ne Suite S Atlanta, Georgia 30305
Craving an Italian chicken sandwich? Go to Storico Fresco for their tasteful truffle chicken panini! The panini comes with chicken (of course), bel paese, arugula, red wine vinaigrette, and rosemary ciabatta. Do not underestimate the portions because they are filling, and remember their paninis are served only during lunchtime!
12. Torched Hop’s THC sandwich
249 Ponce De Leon Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30308
Fried in buffalo sauce, the Torched Hop’s THC sandwich is mind-blowing. It smacks even more with their slaw, pickles, tomato, and dukes mayo and a side of their house-cut fries. Munch on this sandwich while watching a game with a nice cold beer. This brewery will make a great impression on you from its food to its service!
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13. Zunzi’s Conquistador
1971 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318
Few sandwich spots have as ardent of a cult following as South African inspired Zunzi’s! While all the other sandwiches on this list are fried–because hey, fried chicken generally > every other kind of chicken–Zunzi’s serves up all the deliciousness with a baked chicken sub on French Bread with romaine lettuce, tomato, provolone, parmesan, Zunzi’s sauce and Zunzi’s dressing. It has won tons of awards and once you try it, you won’t be surprised why!
14. Bona Fide Deluxe
1454 La France Street Northeast Ste 110, Atlanta, GA 30307
Another sandwich spot we have totally been loving lately is Bona Fide Deluxe in Edgewood! Their chopped chicken sandwich is something special with zhoug mayo, muhammara potatoes, feta, olive and arugula. It’s a house fave for a reason, but you really can’t go wrong with any option here. Every sandwich is full to the brim with fresh and delicious ingredients, and they have a rotating specials list every week as well! We know this article isn’t about burgers, but we couldn’t not mention the B.F Burger. You’re gonna love this spot.
It’s only fitting that Atlanta’s Wing King stepped into the chicken sandwich arena with a mean dirty bird chicken sandwich. Brad of B&L Wings, a pick-up/delivery only wing spot and an Atlanta Eats staff favorite, has developed a great chicken sandwich with a massive chicken breast breaded and fried in his signature hot, honey lemon pepper sauce with slaw, pickles, and his homemade sweet blue cheese. It’s available only on Fridays–the perfect way to kickstart your weekend.
It may have been Prince’s Hot Chicken that pioneered the mind-numbingly hot and now, widely popular Nashville hot chicken craze. But we also appreciate Hattie B’s take, with their hot chicken sandwich with spice levels from mild to “Shut the Cluck Up!” Be warned that their mild spice level is very mild, so you’re going to want to up the spiciness if you’re more used to Prince’s.
Popular Alabama spot Hero Donuts & Buns have opened up a storefront in Summerhill, Atlanta featuring delicious offerings all perfect for your next cheat meal. There are some solid cake donuts, totally fire burgers, and of course, chicken sandwiches that are a must-try. The Buffalo chicken sandwich is a saucy, delicious mess of a sandwich and the extra crispy Super Crunch sandwich with pepper jam and cracked sauce are is also on point.
We’ve had buttermilk fried chicken, we’ve had Korean fried chicken, we’ve had Nashville hot chicken… is Taiwanese chicken the next big thing? Java Saga is making a strong case for it with their assortment of chicken sandwiches. We’re partial to the ABC sandwich with jalapeño American Cheese, Asian slaw, sweet pickles, and Boomin’ Mango Habanero sauce, but they’ve also got a 886 Sandwich with daikon-carrot slaw, jalapeño peppers, cilantro and Sriracha mayo and Jolly Rancher sandwich with bacon, fried egg, jalapeño American cheese, avocado, and jalapeño ranch.
M&M’s Comfort Zone is serving up all the women-owned soul food goodness in East Atlanta. And they’ve got a sandwich that’s totally Atlanta: a honey-lemon pepper chicken sandwich with a crispy, buttermilk fried chicken breast glazed with honey-lemon pepper and topped with a celery and carrot slaw. Diners also rave about their salmon cakes! Available for delivery on UberEats
We don’t know what it is about PONKO Chicken, but something about the way they fry chicken and make their sauces just makes it so addicting. And we’re thrilled they’ve expanded so that you can easily find a location near you almost everywhere in ATL. Get their chicken sandwich in OG, BBQ, or Spicy and be sure to also order a side of their sesame foodie fries. Their OG Sauce is delicious, but you’ll have to try all three flavors to see your fave!
My life has substantially improved ever since Scoville Hot Chicken opened up right near my home. Their hot chicken sandwich, available from non-spicy all the way up to reaper, will be your new weekly go to chicken fix. The coleslaw on top adds a hit of coolness to the heat, and the chicken is absurdly massive, overflowing over the buns’ sides. You’re going to love it!
Few sandwich spots have as ardent of a cult following as South African inspired Zunzi’s! While all the other sandwiches on this list are fried–because hey, fried chicken generally > every other kind of chicken–Zunzi’s serves up all the deliciousness with a baked chicken sub on French Bread with romaine lettuce, tomato, provolone, parmesan, Zunzi’s sauce and Zunzi’s dressing. It totally slaps and has won tons of awards.
Craving an Italian chicken sandwich, well go to Storico Fresco for their tasteful truffle chicken panini. The panini comes with chicken (of course), bel paese, arugula, red wine vinaigrette, and rosemary ciabatta. Do not underestimate the portions because they are filling and just remember their panini’s are served only during lunch time!
Fried in buffalo sauce, the Torched Hop’s THC sandwich has a mind-blowing sandwich. It smacks even more with their slaw, pickles, tomato, and dukes mayo aside from their house-cut fries. Munch on this sandwich while watching a game with a nice cold beer. This brew will make a great impression on you from its food to its service!
A chicken parmesan sandwich is a dream made into a reality. Amalfi has it; wait until you try it with their pesto. It will change your life! Italian-inspired restaurant, Amalfi’s, will satisfy all your taste-buns within bits. You can not go wrong with anything on their menu, especially the chicken parm sandwich!
To conclude the list of bussin’ chicken sandwiches, we must talk about How Crispy Express chicken sandwich taste. It is not a question of how crispy their sandwiches are because the answer is very crispy! But their lemon pepper wet chicken sandwich is just perfection! The chicken has a mixture of buffalo sauce and dusted lemon pepper with lettuce, pickles, and ranch.
Hold onto your taste buds, because we’ve uncovered the holy grail of chicken sandwiches! Delilah’s Southern Belle comes stuffed with a massive, crispy chicken breast, fried green tomatoes, bacon, pickles, pimento cheese, lettuce, mayo, and their housemade hot sauce. This scrumptious sandwich will absolutely sweep you off your feet and have you coming back for more.
Located in the heart of Midtown, Mukja Korean’s Bird on a Bun is out of this world. Served with a fried chicken thigh, warm potato buns, pickles, and a secret sauce, the chicken comes out to be perfectly crispy, yet tender and juicy on the inside every time. If you’re looking for a phenomenal chicken sandwich, this one is the real deal.
