Bona Ventura

Harlem · New York City

Charles Pan-Fried Chicken

Local cuisineLocals' pick

Charles Gabriel, who started selling chicken on Harlem sidewalks, fries every piece to order in huge cast-iron skillets, the Carolina way. Order fried chicken with peppery mac and cheese and collards; ribs and catfish on later visits.

Address
340 W 145th St, New York, NY 10039
Hours
Mon-Thu 11:00-22:00; Fri-Sat 11:00-23:00; Sun 11:00-22:00 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-10)
Best time to go
Afternoon, Evening · About 40 min
Price
Classic combo $10 (Time Out New York cheap eats, 2025)
Price level
$

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Good to know

  • The West 145th Street flagship has outdoor seating; other branches are takeout-oriented.

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