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Fried Chicken You Must Try in Melbourne West

The 10 best fried chicken spots in Melbourne West

The Curator
The Curator is the voice behind the Lowdown, Curateria's read on where Melbourne is eating, drawn from the reviews we track
5 spotsUpdated May 2026
The Lowdown · Curator's note

A curated selection of standout fried chicken spots in Melbourne West, based on ratings, consistency, local reputation, and discovery value.

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The Five · Ranked

RANKED
01
of 5
4.3
KoreanLaverton
Editor's note

Laverton's Korean fried chicken specialist — a genuine hidden gem with just 15 seats.

02
of 5
BAPURI4.4
KoreanEssendon
Editor's note

Niddrie's family-run Korean kitchen, best known for jokbal, crunchy fried chicken and homemade bibimbap.

04
of 5
CHARLIE'S KITCHEN4.6
Modern AustralianLaverton
Editor's note

Laverton's Kiwi-style pie shop pulling fans across Melbourne for chunky-filled steak and cheese.

05
of 5
THE FRIED GUYS4.3
AmericanJapaneseMoonee Ponds
Editor's note

Moonee Ponds' viral fried-chicken hideout — Katsu Curry Dipper, Cane's-style tendies, all halal.

The Curator
The Curator is the voice behind the Lowdown, Curateria's read on where Melbourne is eating, drawn from the reviews we track

The Curator is the voice behind the Lowdown, Curateria's read on where Melbourne is eating, drawn from the reviews we track.

Fried Chicken You Must Try in Melbourne West · The Curator