Number one isn’t Papa Chicken’s House of Fried Chicken (Papa Chicken)! Top five fried chicken spots recommended by netizens

By the MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team, compiled and reported

Recently, Papa Chicken’s House of Fried Chicken has become wildly popular, sparking a wave of online discussion about fried chicken. Below are five fried chicken restaurants highly recommended by netizens, selected based on criteria such as value for money, meat tenderness, breading, and sauces. The results—recently viral Papa Chicken’s is not the top pick in the eyes of netizens. However, everyone’s tastes differ, and netizens can still consider adding it to their foodie list.

5. KFC
Although KFC is primarily known for its fried chicken, in recent years it has also become representative of egg tarts. Nonetheless, it still draws crowds for both purchases and discussions. The ingredients are fresh chicken that’s fried to order, and its classic fried chicken still holds a special place in the hearts of netizens.

4. Dicos
The rising star Dicos’ Crispy Fried Chicken is a fried chicken chain that expanded from China to Taiwan. It currently has branches in Taipei 101 and Banqiao. Many netizens praise the delicious taste of its freshly fried chicken. Though it has fewer outlets, its high volume of discussion and strong reviews have earned it a spot among the top five fried chicken restaurants favored by netizens.

3. Papa Chicken
Papa Chicken’s House of Fried Chicken has sparked a wave of online buzz. With its freshly fried offerings and tender meat, it’s highly praised by university students and has become one of the hottest food topics of the moment. In recent years, Papa Chicken has rapidly expanded its number of locations, cultivating a large base of loyal fans.

2. Fried Chicken Trading Co.
Originating from Guohua Street in Tainan, Fried Chicken Trading Co. has grown from a small street vendor to having branches in areas such as Kaohsiung and Yunlin. In just over a year, it has become a popular fried chicken spot in central and southern Taiwan. Its flavor profile is more akin to Taiwanese-style crispy yet tender chicken, and its seasonings are also very unique, making it a favorite among foodies.