Crown Fried Chicken

Chicken had no flavor, stale ribs, Mac and cheese seemed out the box. Highlight of the meal the potatoe wedges and roll.

Better known for having the Soprano’s shoot a scene here (episode ‘The Fleshy Part of the Thigh’) the place can be scary, even though a police station is steps away. Food is ‘meh’ at best.

When I first read the reviews for this restaurant, it sounded like an intimidating spot where I would probably not want to go on my own. That said, I made my husband accompany me there over the weekend. It was a sunny day and we were there around 4:30pm. It didn’t seem crowded, they had at least two people on the registers and a few people in the back.
The smell of the chicken is enough to make your stomach grumble and your mouth water. We ordered a box to share, with a side of mashed potatoes and a side of potato wedges. It came with a lot of rolls which we didn’t touch, they aren’t made on site, and we didn’t really need more carbs with this meal, and you definitely get what you pay for. The serving sizes are large.
The chicken didn’t disappoint. The outside was perfectly crispy, the seasoning was delicious, it had a great bite to it, and the chicken was perfectly tender and juicy. The mashed potatoes were nothing special but they hit the spot, the potato wedges were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside and very delicious.
If you are looking for some good comfort food, look no further. We’ve had other fried chicken in the neighborhood, and it doesn’t even compare. So why 4 stars? Despite the number of employees working and the lack of customers waiting, it took a while to get our food, but when we did get it, it was delicious. I would definitely go again… in the daytime.

Never go wrong with crowns fried chicken… limited off street parking… good to get a quick meal to go… with the little mash potatoe cups n box of chicken. the location is in a bad neighborhood… but hello,.its a place to eat for a great price. quality and quantity…

5:00 pm
They kept the bullet-​proof glass up when I was ordering.
I thought the cashier was sayin that I was soft. Nope.
He told me they pull the glass down only when it gets dark.
5:20 pm
:runs the F outta here:

Filthy. Absolutely filthy. Crown fried chicken is by far, one of the most talked about and well known chicken spots in all of Jersey City. People claim to really love they’re food but don’t believe the hype. They get a ton of business from people all over and make lots of money which means that they have way more than enough cash to clean up their business. It’s unfortunate but most of the people who buy their food willingly ignore the uncleanness of the place just because they enjoy the taste of some of their foods. I’m not one of those people who’s willing to sacrifice cleanness for taste, it’s very unsanitary and unsafe health-​wise. The tables and chairs are all old and contain gum and graffiti on every single one.
Do yourself a huge favor, DONT eat here!

Best fried chicken spot in Jersey City, and in the words of the great Rick Ross, «You ain’t even kno it». It’s tucked away in one of Jersey City’s many «up and coming» neighborhoods (i.e. the type that many will lock their doors and run red lights while driving through at night). It’s a shame because like many places in JC, the neighborhood is gritty but you won’t be subject to random acts of violence (I think). Ok maybe the 3″ bulletproof plexiglass guarding the cashiers might tell you otherwise. But still, it’s worth a trip out here!
The chicken is delicious and super cheap, and the hot sauce packets they give out are phenomenal. There’s a constant flux of customers coming in and out so they always have chicken ready for your consumption. I’ve always been meaning to try something else here, but damn the chicken is so good that I always wind up going for that.
For the JC trifecta, start here for dinner, head over to Ringside Lounge and have some drinks there, and finish off the night with a late night snack at White Mana. So JC it hurts.

Cheap Yes, Good NO! Nightly Violent Crime Has Forced This Filthy Cesspool To Close Earlier, No More 3 AM.
Low grade chicken from God knows where, rodents abound with zero extermination efforts, rude staff and clientele. Pro Tip: Stop at Rodriguez Brothers Supermarket (Bodega)
across the street beforehand to pick up a «Dutch» and a forty to wash this crap down. Located only two blocks up from «The Junction»
what a absolute travesty and waste of 1.3 million dollars of tax payers money, gentrify this hipsters.
And in the death, as the last few corpses lay rotting on the slimy thoroughfare
The shutters lifted in inches In temperance building high on poacher’s hill
And red mutant eyes gaze down on hunger city
No more big wheels
Fleas the size of rats sucked on rats the size of cats
And ten thousand peoploids split into small tribes
Coveting the highest of the sterile skyscrapers
Like packs of dogs assaulting the glass fronts of love-​me avenue
Ripping and rewrapping mink and shiny silver fox, now legwarmers
Family badge of sapphire and cracked emerald, any day now
The year of the diamond dogs.
Are those poppy seeds?

You feeling like fresh fried chicken? Come here on a Sunday around 11AM. THE best fried chicken on the east coast guaranteed. Our local parishioners are getting out the fryer just like the chicken. For an individual that can eat like they have 3 a-​holes get yourself a 5 piece box with mashed and gravy. Biscuits are killer too. Do NOT waste your time on any other type of food here. You and your Lipitor will enjoy working this off in your food coma 20 minutes later. Remember don’t leave your car unlocked or running outside. It won’t be there when you come back. Also keep your cash close; only bring in what you need. This place closes earlier than it used to due to late night/​early morning shootings inside… that should explain why you should keep your purse strings tight…

This place is awesome. The chicken is delicious, crispy, and perfectly cooked. Did I mention it’s super cheap? I always feel sketchy going here, but if you can overcome the feeling then it’s worth the visit.

Damn, i love these fast food restaurants situated in the ghetto area of Jersey City. Their prices are so freaking cheap and offer huge quantity of food. I got 2 pieces of chicken (thighs, thats how i like my chicken) fries and a 16 oz drink for only $ 3.00.
It’s pretty ghetto here but the worker there KEEP IT REAL. For that, I respect that. Dont need to beat around the bush.

I love fried chicken and this is the place to go. I came here one afternoon to get a three piece dark meat combo. YUM. Their biscuits are way better than Popeyes or KFC. The people may look at me and think I’m crazy for going there but they have been around for ages. It may be in the ghetto but sometimes you can find the best food there. I’ve been running a lot of errands around Jersey City and I’m not afraid of the «neighborhood»

Disgusting! Walked in with my son at about 5pm and while we were waiting in line to order we witnessed 3 rats running around INSIDE the place. And let me tell you, these weren’t no little house mice, these were NEW YORK CITY rats in training!
Someone Unilocaled that you have to go in this joint with Jason Bourne at night but during the day you might want to roll deep with «Billy the Exterminator»!

Chicken to die for.
Man for those of us that live on the west side yes Crown Fried Chicken is the landmark of entering a ghetto fabulous area. Don’t worry though because the police station is literally right down Communipaw and if you do get shot at least it’ll be with a chicken bone and biscuit in yo mouth as you hear Rick Ross playing in the background.
Yes that is protective glass dividing you the victim from their staff at the counter =)
But the prices are pretty sweet you can get a 3 piece combo or an 8 piece combo depending on which hooligan you’ve pissed off.
Remember not to rock any red bandanas when you enter this arena.
And wear your bullet proof vest mofo!

Awesome fried chicken — as good as it gets. Fries also excellent.
Do not even think of going here at night unless you are with Jason Bourne or an entire Marine Corp platoon.
Note that the nearby KFC is fully bulletproof.