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Fried Chicken You Must Try in Melbourne West

The 10 best fried chicken spots in Melbourne West

The Curator
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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.

How we built this list500+ reviews · 5 curator visits · August 2026
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The Five · Ranked

RANKED · AUGUST 2026
01
of 5
4.3
KoreanLaverton
Editor's note

Laverton's authentic Korean kitchen where the fried chicken is genuinely the best in Melbourne's west and the banchan sells out fast

02
of 5
BAPURI4.4
KoreanEssendon
Editor's note

Essendon's family-run Korean kitchen where the fried chicken is life-changing and the jokbal is Seoul-level serious.

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

Laverton's Kiwi-style pie shop with chunky meat fillings and loyal drive-from-across-town fans.

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

Moonee Ponds' viral katsu-sando hideout — massive portions, halal, and a cult-status curry dipper.

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

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

Fried Chicken You Must Try in Melbourne West · The Curator