Chicken's Kitchen in Gretna serves up generous portions of soulful, homestyle Southern classics like crispy fried chicken, 5-star mac and cheese, and smothered turkey necks—all perfect for takeout and worth the line.
"A popular local eatery in New Orleans offering delicious chicken dishes, featured in the Family Style Food Festival." - Clair Lorell
"It’s always a treat to see what chef and owner Marlon “Chicken” Williams is cooking up at his uber-popular lunch plate spot in Gretna, where New Orleans favorites like smothered okra, stuffed catfish, stuffed pepper balls, and smothered turkey necks rotate daily. It’s incredible, really, just how many specialties Williams serves and excels at — both mains and sides — so it’s no surprise that the sunny Derbigny Street restaurant has grown into the West Bank’s favorite place to run into friends and enjoy homestyle cooking at its best. Be prepared for a (fast-moving) line during peak lunchtime hours." - Clair Lorell
"Chef Marlon “Chicken” William has lines out the door Monday through Friday, from 10:30 a.m. until the Gretna hot spot sells out. A James Beard Award semifinalist and perhaps the best hot plate restaurant in the area, Chicken’s Kitchen offers daily specials with a main, a large side (like five-star mac or red beans), and two small sides, which can include sweet peas, cornbread, and potato salad. Fried chicken is the house special, but there’s lasagna, roast chicken, and braised beef too." - Beth D'Addono
"James Beard semifinalist Marlon “Chicken” Williams is opening a second outpost of his restaurant in Gretna. It introduces a build-your-own breakfast option and features beloved meat and three dishes, daily specials like yak-a-mein, a large menu of sandwiches, fresh-pressed juices, smoothies, and salads." - Clair Lorell
"• Marlon “Chicken” Williams, Chicken’s Kitchen, Gretna, LA" - Hillary Dixler Canavan
