CHUNKY BOSS

"Chunky Boss is located inside a Tiger Sugar bubble tea shop on East 45th Street. It has a few barstools and a fake chicken cutlet the size of a fifth-grader mounted to the wall—which is appropriate, as the Taiwanese chain specializes in giant fried chicken cutlets, served in paper sleeves or on a comically small bun. You can choose from spicy or regular options, as well as a selection of flavor powders like plum or pepper. If the cutlet seems intimidatingly large, they also sell chicken tenders. Combo meals come with a boba drink, and everything on the menu (pretty much just chicken and fries) is $16 or less. If you come at lunchtime, expect to wait in line." - Carina Finn

"Chunky Boss, a fried chicken spot that first opened in Taiwan in 2021, where it became popular for its 'double-thick' cutlets, has opened its fifth outpost, and first outside of Asia. Expect fried chicken cutlets, plum sweet potato fries, and taro balls that can be ordered with various seasoning powders, including pepper and plum. Cheese, mango, and honey mustard dipping sauces complete a meal here." - Emma Orlow