Harold's Chicken Hyde Park
Restaurant · Hyde Park ·

Harold's Chicken Hyde Park

Restaurant · Hyde Park ·

Iconic fried chicken chain serving mild sauce, a sweet tangy condiment

mild sauce
fried chicken
great prices
long wait
friendly staff
old food
soggy fries
bad service
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Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by Kim Kovacik/Eater Chicago
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null
Harold's Chicken Hyde Park by null

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Kimbark Plaza Parking Lot, 1208 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615 Get directions

$10–20

Order delivery
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Usually a wait
No restroom
Accepts reservations
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner

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Kimbark Plaza Parking Lot, 1208 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615 Get directions

+1 773 752 9270
haroldschickenhydepark.com
@haroldschickencorp

$10–20 · Menu

Features

•Usually a wait
•No restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Popular for dinner
•Trendy
•Good for groups
•Good for solo dining

Last updated

Jan 2, 2026

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Where to Eat Fried Chicken in Chicago

"Chicago’s iconic chicken chain has been at it for decades and is one of the city’s most quintessential experiences. There are multiple Harold’s locations around town, the majority of which are found on the South Side, and celebrities frequently extol their virtues. Though the recipe — and consistency of the food — varies by location, it doesn’t deter locals from ordering half chicken or wing dinners with mild sauce — a sweet and tangy condiment that’s just as important as the bird." - Eater Staff

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Harold's Chicken #14 Hyde Park
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Chicago’s Most Iconic Dishes - Eater Chicago

"Fried chicken with mild sauce: A favorite among locals and celebrities, Harold’s dishes out what many consider to be the best fried chicken in the city. (Its closest rival is Uncle Remus.) The chicken’s distinctive flavor is a result of being cooked to order in vegetable oil and beef tallow. Mild sauce is also a condiment of utmost importance, a sweet and tangy liquid that locals abide by. Even though the chicken and sauce recipes vary from restaurant to restaurant, a Harold’s half chicken dinner covered in mild sauce is a quintessential Chicago meal. There are dozens of locations in the area, with a majority on the South Side." - Eater Staff, Ashok Selvam

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Harold's Chicken #14 Hyde Park

King R.

Google
Great tasting chicken but, damn do the employees have to pay for sauce out of pocket? This chicken is way too dry for the price!! Also, if you ask for more sauce they force you to buy extra in a cup which is not the same and defeats the purpose of adding sauce while the food is hot! I’m giving a 1 star because, this is not how original Harold’s is served!

Jordan R.

Google
Not going to lie I gave up on this Harold’s years ago because the food quality and service had fallen off. But today I decided to give it another chance and ordered 15 wings. The line was long but they were moving people in and out quick. And honestly… they made a comeback. The chicken was fye, fresh, and crunchy just how I like it. Even my 5-year-old said Mama this chicken fye

Life of C.

Google
I ordered a fourth white with just lemon pepper I received what looked like a fried rat with a bunch of sauce ,this Harolds has went really down and when you try to call, they don’t pick up the phone. I wouldn’t recommend this place at all.

Erica G.

Google
So delicious!! Fresh, hot nice size wings, good amount mild size

Beverly W.

Google
Chicken under cooked and very little sauce fries were super dry because there was basically no sauce. The drizzled the chicken and didn’t pour sauce over the chicken. They should remember that the sauce makes the meal otherwise it’s plain unseasoned chicken. Not the Harold’s I remember.

E R

Google
Great food for great prices! Very affordable and great value for price! Local Chicago chain, sit-down area could use some renovation, but it’s a reliable, fast-meal for a great price! Service can take a bit long, but staff are very friendly and helpful!

Grace H.

Google
I called ahead because I know the wait is typically 20-ish minutes. I was told on the phone that it would be about 5 minutes when I get there. Well, I paid at 7:36 pm for an order I called in 20 minutes prior to arrival. 5 minutes should be 7:41. It's now 7:50 and still no chicken. This is no different than if I had walked in and ordered and had to wait. RIDICULOUS! 🤬🤬🤬

Patrick K.

Google
I haven't had Harold's Chicken in about three years. I went to the location on Broadway on the north side. I wanted bbq today but my place was closed. Since I drove out from Aurora, I decided to come to this location as my Plan B. So glad I did. The wait for my food was well worth it. It was delicious just as i remembered. I came during lunch so it was quite busy. Next time I'll come a little later and possibly on a weekend. Thank you!!
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Xenia M.

Yelp
I got so many recommendations to stop here on my trip to Chicago! This is a whole in the wall joint with some very good fried chicken! No frills. Chicken is fried to order so expect to wait a few minutes.
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Rejara W.

Yelp
This location has fallen off. I ordered in person there on 1/29/24 and was completely disappointed. The food tasted like it was old and re-fried. Adding insult to injury, the "catfish" was not catfish! Instead a disgusting foreign fish these cheap azz, unscrupulous places try to pass off and sale as catfish. Word to the wise - food here is inedible and straight trash.
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Debi L.

Yelp
One of the best Harold's In Chicago! Consistently good delicious food always delivered! You might have to wait a bit but trust me it's worth the wait!
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N J.

Yelp
I ordered today via Uber & the food was cold and old! I ordered the catfish/wing combo but received tilapia or something instead. Chicken was bruised and dry. Fish was super thin and old. This is the second time I've received bad food from them and today is the last! Also, when calling to complain, you can never reach a manager because the phone just rings. Horrible customer service!
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Bryan B.

Yelp
, old school vibe. disorganized . Long and confused lines. But the Food was so good, so hot and fresh. Definitely Recommend this place.
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La Tonya G.

Yelp
When I first came to this Harold's I was like never again. I mean I thought this was one of the Harold's that I thought was the bottom of Totem Pole, I spoke to someone in the neighborhood who told me they were surprised because they liked this Harold's so I gave them another a try. Well, I'm glad I did because the chicken is very good especially when you add mild sauce, salt and pepper. I also recommend if you don't want your bread soggy to ask them to add that separate. Their coleslaw is very good most of the time I get an extra. They also have a great special Sunday through Wednesday (1/2 dark for $5) Regularly it is $8.14 the tax is already included. I haven't ordered any other items off the menu but I see many people do so one day I may try something new. Depending on how crowded they are will also affect how long your wait will be so I usually dip out and get a few other things done so I don't feel like I waiting forever...lol I am truly glad I gave them another chance because I love Harold's Chicken. as always... Enjoy and be Safe!!!

Jordan B.

Yelp
For as long as the wait, the food was not fresh and there was barely any mild sauce on the food (and this is coming from someone who doesn't like my food drenched in sauce). I was very dissatisfied and will not be returning.

Kayde L.

Yelp
Food was delicious but the fries were soggy from the sauce so I wish they would do the fries and chicken separately. The sauces they have are delicious. The sauces they have are also great. Only thing i'd suggest is more organization when it comes to picking up food.

Latrice A.

Yelp
I've been going to this Harold's for multiple years but recently the food started tasting old and the staff started messing up the order. This was the last straw I placed an order which was wrong when I received it I called and informed the staff my order was wrong and I was missing two wings. I spoke with Mary who stated she was the manager and she was the most ignorant person in management I ever spoke with. Instead of apologizing she explained they read what's on the order but I explained to her that they still messed the order up and the food was old. She didn't give me the owner name and she hung up on me because they screwed up. I'm disappointed I've been going there for years and still continued going when they was messing up but this was the last straw. They fell off years ago but you try to support your community but I'm done with this Harold's.

Tina B.

Yelp
I spent over $100 on food and waited almost an hour for my food. When I went back up to get my food I asked to buy a hot pepper it was 60 cent and I only had a $5 bill. She refused to sell me the pepper. I explained to her I just spent over $100 could you please give it to me or make change. She was rude and still refused. I'll never spend another $1 here!