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WILD CHICKEN is HIDDEN behind the shopping center. Look for the small sign!
Prices on their website are not accurate, they've raised their prices but haven't updated the website.
The chicken is not bad. breast was tender and juicey. flavor was aight but for some reason when i got an initial whiff of the chicken, it reminded me of middle aged man BO. just a hint of it. but maybe my nose is crazy.
yucca fries were not that good.
plaintains were good.
i like it enough to order take out for dinner bc we don't live too far from it.
As others have mentioned, you really have to look for this place. I have driven past the sign for months, and couldn't see where the actual restaurant was. Finally, on the way home from work one day, I decided to check it out.
The chicken is OK, the yucca is OK. There is nothing great about any of the food I've had here. I always get dark meat because it tends to be more moist and more flavorful. I was surprised at how dry it was here. I'll try to find somewhere else for my Peruvian chicken fix in the future.
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Ridiculous...I've been there three times now and they're out of chicken again. Perhaps they should change the name to "Wild We-Never-Have-Chicken." For me, it's been a waste of time to even attempt eating there. I can 100% appreciate the fact that they're a locally ONO business. However, I'm never going to make the drive over there to be disappointed again.
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2.5 stars
How silly of me to think I could get anything like EPR or Super Pollo in Fairfax. Sometimes Arlington pisses me off that they get so much good stuff (see: kabobs). Anyway, we came here for dinner one night, and that will likely be my final time here. Not that it was terrible, but the difference in quality (and price!) is enough to justify a drive to Arlington.
For starters, the place is very obscurely located, way in the back of a shopping center. A tiny tiny sliver of a sign is all that directs you to it's secretive location. We went in and it was completely empty, which had me concerned. There were no cars around so I wasn't even sure that it still existed. We walked in and they were friendly as can be, but I was a little turned off by the price. $8 for a half chicken with rice? $14 for a whole chicken combo? And then add in a premium to get yucca? It made more sense to split a whole chicken dinner so we got that with fried yucca. For any who think I'm just being cheap, I can get 1/2 a chicken with TWO very hearty, and much better tasting, sides at Super Pollo for right around $7. Or even an entire rotisserie chicken at Giant for $6. To pay more money for half the food better be worth it.
The chicken came out and seemed so petite. The flavor was there, but the breast was dry. Heck, even the dark meat wasn't that moist. And wow was this a small breast. This was the Debra Messing of chickens and left me wanting more. Even after half a chicken and a side of crappy yucca, I was still very hungry. I'd expect a bit more for $8.50+ a head. Easily the highlight of the meal were the sauces. The green sauce was spicy and the white sauce went perfectly with the chicken.
Perhaps the food is better closer to a lunch rush and maybe dinner isn't the best time to come. Who knows. If I'm in the area at a more prime time and find myself needing chicken, I'd consider stopping back in. But if I'm really craving peruvian chicken I'll most likely put forth the effort to go into Arlington.
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I should preface this review by saying that i have absolutely No experience with any form of peruvian chicken. I have nothing to compare it to, so my review is based 100% on this single experience with peruvian chicken.
That being said... this place was unimpressive. First off... its difficult to find. If i didn't have catlike vision (aka pure dumb luck), i never would have seen the small sign saying "In back: Wild Chicken". It is also conviently located next to a gym, in case you need to work our before/after you indulge.
We opted for the whole chicken dinner, which came with fries and a salad. My date sprung the extra $1 and got the yuca. Despite the fact that they were near closing, the food came out prompt and nice and warm.
My overall impression of the chicken was that it had good flavor, but i could have used it to be a little more moist. I dont know fi that was because it had been sitting for a while or something, but the white meat was definitely dry. I also did not like the lack of metal silverware. Trying to be a lady (i was on a date!), meant i didn't want to use my hands/fingers. Well with plastic silverware, it was virtually impossible to pick out all the chicken. I did not do a good job at all.
I was kinda disappointed in the salad (aka lettuce w/ some italian dressing) and the yucca. I'm sure i would like yucca in general but i wasn't a huge fan. I did however really like the white sauce that came with it to dip in. It was good for both teh chicken and the yucca, but the portions of it were small.
Overall it was a great meal and not too expensive (like $17 for both of us with drinks) but it definitely got me excited to try more peruvian chicken places!
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I've had peruvian chicken before, but blindly ordered from this place to cater a church event. $161 to feed ~30 people.
I haven't had pollo campero, but this was pretty good. The yucca fries were excellent, plantains solid, and the chicken was on spot. Well seasoned and juicy. The manager, Wilder?, took care of the order and everything.
I'm definetely planning on making a solo visit to this place in the future.
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This was my first Peruvian chicken experience, and it really turned me on. The chicken is great! A lot of good charcoal flavor and good spice rub on the outside and under the skin. The meat was moist and flavorful. I enjoyed the 2 dipping sauces as well.
Yucca fries were a good change up from french fries. Overall, a very enjoyable meal.
Because of the good experience here, we then tried Chepita House (next to KMart in Chantilly). What a big disappointment, after eating at WildChicken. It was not bad chicken, it was just no comparison. There was no charcoal flavor, spice-rub was not as good, and they cooked all the pieces separately (not whole roasted chicken), which resulted in overcooked dry chicken. At Wild Chicken, they cut up my chicken for me after I ordered it.
I have yet to try the Arlington chicken places, but Wild Chicken is a great local spot.
Peruvian chicken at a convenient location in downtown Fairfax. Yes, it takes a little bit of time to find it the first time (just remember it's behind CVS, and next to curves). The place is always clean and the service is friendly and fast. The food is awesome, always fresh and tasty. My favorite item is the Chicken Sandwich (not the healthiest but hey...you gotta live a little). Like any other peruvian place, the fries, yuca, sauses are just great. I've been taken here for my birthday and I've taken friend there for their birthdays. Edy's Chicken and Steak used to be the best peruvian chicken in the area but I've heard things have gone downhill. Nowadays, Wild Chicken could as well be one of the best or the best. Try it !
PS: They are now taking credit cards.
I usually eat at el pollo peruvian chicken place in arlington but i didnt want to travel that far so i found this place. Wild chicken is a good imitation of el pollo. The chicken was tender and juicy. There were not a lot of sides to choose from. I wanted rice but they didnt have it when i went. The fries were good but greasy. The plantains were okay. I would probably go again if i get lazy but i prefer the other place over this one.
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I'm going to start trying every Peruvian chicken place within driving distance. How else can I deal with the boredom of work? My standard for Peruvian chicken (even though technically, it's not completely Peruvian) is Edy's Chicken and Steak. The chicken here is not as good as Edy's but it's still good. In line with my carnivorous needs, I took on a whole chicken myself. The fries were nice and crispy. I wasn't in the mood for yucca. The salad had an interesting "Italian" style oil and vinegar dressing. I thought the white sauce was ok, but the green sauce wasn't all that great, especially considering I really like the sauces at Edy's.
To sum this one up, I would eat here again, but I wouldn't go out of my way. This place is a good option if you live close by and want some quick non-fried chicken. I will definitely have to try some of their specials. This place is hard to find. It's behind the Weber's Pet Store next to the Guitar Center. I tried following my nose trying to sniff out the location only to end up driving in cicles for a few minutes.
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We have Peruvian Style Rotisserie Charcoal Chicken in Fairfax!!! *happy dance*
Apparently Wild Chicken has been there, hiding from me for a couple of years. The location is bad - behind the Guitar Center - near CVS, WSC on Lee Hwy.
This is truly a "Mom and Pop" operation. Be forewarned - they are cash only! I had to run (and I did run) to the ATM @ CVS.
This might not be quite as good as those P. Chix places found in Arlington but WHATEVS - this place is in mine!!! Wild Chicken offers the standard combo meals - the green sauce is amazing - plantain, beans - I'm in heaven! They even have some daily specials that look yummy but the chicken is soooo good. Friday - Seco de Carne "beef stew cooked in cilantro sauce and spices, served with beans and rice"
There are plenty of tables for eating in. I took mine home. My car was filled with the tantalizing aroma. By the time I got home my head was swimming and I ripped into the bag like an animal. I tell ya, it must not have been a pretty sight!
I urge people in the Fairfax area to go check Wild Chicken out. My biggest fear is that now that I found them, they'll go out of business. Please, please, please don't let that happen!
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mmmmm juicy charboiled peruvian style chicken with yucca chips. This place is awesome! I am not much of a chicken fan, but I have to say that this place has got some very juicy and flavorful chicken. The half chicken is a pretty decent size (even for two people), so if you're gonna eat by yourself I'd recommend the 1/4 chicken meal. Get the yucca chips as a side too, they're AWESOME. Perfect texture and just sweet enough.
The place is located behind the main shopping center that Guitar Store is in off of Lee hwy (can't see it from the main road). You've literally got to drive around to the back of the building to find the place. And yes I can also confirm that this place also takes credit card.
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This is as bare-bones as it gets. The menu is chicken. Last time I was there they only one "choice" for a side, fires (used to have yuca). The prices are good and the chicken, while not the best, is still very good. Given its terrible location (zero visibility) the fact that it has remained in business this longs should tell us all that they are doing something right with the food.
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The pollo, or chicken, was tasty! So was the price. :-) I wouldn't recommend eating inside. This is food that deserves to be enjoyed once you are out of there and in the comfort of anywhere else - car included, I'm sure. But, mmmm...the green and white sauces are yummy for my tummy!
The customer service was not super. I do speak Spanish, but the "vibe" the people put off did not even make me feel like communicating beyond the exchange of cash.
Oh yeah...and be sure to take JUST cash. There is no other method of payment accepted.
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My sister got take out for my family of five - it was about $30? Anyway, it was my first time trying Peruvian chicken but it was SO good! Very juicy and so much flavor. We also got the yucca fries and plantains (yummm) and I love the verde dipping sauce. The salad with the tangy dressing was a nice addition. I'm sure if we had this in Seattle, it'd be a big hit!
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Great Peruvian chicken! I give this place high ratings for a great take out chicken option. Fries and sauce are great. Chicken portions are huge and tastes great. The flavor is a little strong and leaves a bit of an after taste but if you like Peruvian chicken you will like it. Location is a little hard to find, in the back of a strip mall. I prefer this over KFC or Popeyes.
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Good peruvian chicken. Got a whole chicken for the family last Saturday afternoon. The chicken was a little spicier than Pollo Rico in Arlington and some other places I've been to in Woodbridge (I like that). I'd love to try the chicken sandwich. Hard to find (behind the small shops next to Guitar Center), but I will definately be back.
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I read all the reviews of Wild Chicken and decided to give it a try. I went half an hour before closing on a Saturday night. When I first arrived, no one was there at all. The chicken breast was huge and juicy. The skin could have been more crispy. I got the yucca based on recommendations from the other reviews. However, I found it dry and tasteless-like cardboard. Next time, I will try a different side. Overall, the chicken was pretty good-but NOT nearly as good as The Chicken Place near 7 corners.
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My first time trying Peruvian charcoal rotisserie chicken and I have to say that I'm a huge fan. For $11.00 I got a half chicken, with yuca fries, a salad (with some sort of italian dressing) and a soda. Chicken is heavily seasoned with a little spice, plenty of salt and a few herbs. The white and dark meat are both juicy and the skin in crunchy and delicious. The Yuca fries went really well with the white sauce and the spicy, jalapeno green sauce went well with the chicken. I would highly recommend this place if you want a healthier alternative to fast food for a quick lunch. If you can find it.
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I loooove peruvian chicken and this place is so good! Their chicken is so fresh and juicy. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars is the green sauce isn't as good as some other places I've been too.
I usually get the quarter white chicken meal which comes with a ton of fries on the side.
You should definitely check this place out!
WC is a good substitute when I'm jonesing for some chicken but can't make it out to Arlington for some crax (El Pollo Rico). They offer Yuca and throw in a salad. I just wish there was a chicken place closer to Fair Lakes. I wonder how much their business suffers from being in the back of a strip mall. Most times when I go in there for dinner, it is fairly empty. Perhaps their primary business is take out...
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