200-1615 Regent Ave. W.
Winnipeg, MB R2C 5C6
204-654-3345
junction59roadhouse.com
Cowboy Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Chef Drake Czuba
A hand-breaded fried chicken, coated in BBQ sauce, topped with warm cream cheese jalapeno spread, banana peppers, crispy fried onions and ranch. Served between a toasted brioche bun.
800 Pembina Highway
Winnipeg, MB R3M 2M7
204-453-7980
Corito Island Burger
Presented by Chef Brendan Haynes
Fried chicken thigh tossed in our island-inspired sweet and spicy glaze on a toasted bun with escovitch veg and southern crème.
1866 Ness Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0Y6
Phone: 204-414-5599
K-Pop Korean BBQ Chicken Burger
Presented by Chef Les Bartle
This baby is GOLDEN! A battered, fried chicken breast is covered in sticky made-in-house Korean BBQ sauce and stacked on a beautiful Kewpie kimchi coleslaw (contains fish sauce and soy sauce). Goes great with a soda pop! 🤩
$1 from each K-Pop Korean BBQ Chicken Burger goes to the Dream Factory.
2615 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0P7
204-504-6000
Rockin’ Robin Smash Burger
Presented by Kevin Ramberran
You already know our smash burgers are out of this world. Juicy all-beef patties, smashed thin and crispy with Canadian-made, American-style cheese, made-in-house crispy onions, and our amazing secret sauce. But this time, we’re switching out the brioche bun for two fried and battered chicken breasts! WOAH!
9 – 925 Headmaster Row
Winnipeg, MB R2G 4J4
204-229-0237
Nothing Else Batters
Two fresh chicken thighs, soaked for 24-hours in our fifteen‑herb buttermilk spa treatment, hand‑breaded to order, and fried to a glorious golden crunch in beef tallow. We stack them high on a buttery brioche bun with shredded lettuce, a mountain of Elman’s dill pickles, and our “not‑so‑secret” sauce. And of course, it all rolls out with Rae’s signature crispy skinny fries riding shotgun.
185 Stadacona St.
Winnipeg, MB R2L1R2
204-663-6484
Charlee’s Double Double Birdie
Presented by Chef Charlie Villapando
A juicy, golden panko-breaded chicken thigh with layers of melted mozzarella drenched in our signature house-made sweet chili sauce, layered with fresh crisp lettuce, tomato, pickles, and sliced purple onion to cut the heat. This burger is crowned with the whole fried chicken naked drumette spiked right on top. This is our 2026 entry for Fried Chicken Fest, it’s sweet with a double kick and double chicken!
1180 Grant Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3M 2A6
204-800-6045
Fionn’s Crunch Club
Presented by Jeff Young
A juicy marinated, battered then fried crispy chicken thigh, double smoked bacon, provolone, spring mix, tomato, red onion, avocado, and our house-spiced beer aioli, served on a griddled egg bun, with your choice of side.
15 Lakewood Blvd
Winnipeg, MB R2J 2M8
204-594-9015
daveandlavernesdiner.com
NEW to Fried Chicken Fest for 2026! 🤩
Music City Chicken
Presented by Chef Sean Smith
Buttermilk-fried chicken breast & thigh, dusted in Nashville spice with cheese-crusted jalapeno cornbread, roasted corn salsa, dressed with a light Ranch drizzle, and topped with pickled onion.
2 Lombard Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3B 0Y3
204-957-1350
Winner (Judges’ Choice) Fried Chicken Fest 2022 🏆
Fried Chicken Inasal
Presented by Executive Chef Nitin Sharma
Annatto battered chicken, baked sushi rice with furikake, kewpie mayo, sriracha mayo, honey soy glaze, atchara, crunchy radish, and spring onion
1100-50 Sage Creek Boulevard
Winnipeg, MB R3X 0C2
204-256-7625
1st Place Winner (Judges’ Choice) 2025 🥇
Plum Chicken & Mash Bowl
Presented by Chefs Noel Soriano & Zuriel De Guzman
Crispy kaarage chicken tossed in chili flakes and plum sauce, served over creamy mashed potatoes with sautéed onions, red peppers, cabbage, fresh apple and cucumber slices. Topped with peanuts, green onions, radishes, and crunchy wontons.
1st Place, Fried Chicken Fest 2024 🥇
2nd Place, Fried Chicken Fest 2022 🥈
19 Watt Street, Unit 2
Winnipeg, MB R2L 1R5
204-396-2912
https://order.toasttab.com/online/king-cole-catering-19-watt-st-unit-2
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Cluck Around & Find Out
Presented by Chef Aidan Cole
Crispy fried chicken stacked with smoky bacon, fried jalapeños, crunchy pickles, fresh lettuce, onion, and our house-made buttermilk ranch. It’s creamy, crispy, spicy, and just reckless enough to live up to the name.
1763 Henderson Highway
Winnipeg, MB R2G 1P3
204-560-2946
bullandfilly.net
2nd Place Winner (Voter’s Choice) 2025 🥈
Bistro Bon Bon
Presented by Chef Tristan Foucault
Three Frenched drumstick lollipops, sous vide for ultimate tenderness then breaded and flash-fried for a delicate crunch. Tossed in a rich black garlic, honey, and soy reduction and served over a vibrant ginger-cilantro emulsion.
392 Graham Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0L4
Phone: 204-691-1141
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1st PLACE WINNER (Voter’s Choice) 2025 🥇
Chipotle Ranch Crunch Sando
Presented by Eric Saniuk & staff
Introducing the Chipotle Ranch Crunch Sando from Blazing Chicken Shack! Dive into a flavour explosion with our expertly crafted sando featuring a luscious, homemade Garlic Chipotle Ranch sauce spread generously on both top and bottom buns. Each bite offers a crunch from our perfectly seasoned crispy chicken, infused with a delightful chipotle ranch seasoning. Topped with fresh, hand-picked beefsteak tomatoes and crisp lettuce, this sando is finished with zesty banana peppers for a refreshing kick. Best of all, it’s crafted to be mild enough for everyone to enjoy! Experience the perfect balance of flavour and crunch, come savour the Chipotle Ranch Crunch Sando today!
123 Regent Ave. W.
Winnipeg, MB R2C 1R1
204-777-2663
The Ragin’ Rooster
Presented by Chef Gerald Baker
Our epically famous crispy fried chicken sammich is back! We start with a fresh brioche bun, lather it with garlic aioli, then a jumbo juicy whole boneless chicken thigh fried crispy with habanero & Mexican seasoned breading, drizzle on copious amounts of our homemade Not Yo Cheese sauce, melt on lots of grated 3-cheese, add freshly sliced onions & tomatoes, two strips of thick maple bacon, crispy fried jalapenos & lots of shredded lettuce. Comes with Straight or Checker Fries. Spice level: 3-4 bolts. It’s a festival of flavour, absolutely massive and incredibly satisfying! 👍👊
275 Broadway
Winnipeg, MB R3C 4M6
Phone: 204-416-1144
Winner, Fried Chicken Fest 2020 🏆
C’est La Brie
Presented by Chef Wayne Martin
Crispy buttermilk fried chicken sandwich with melted Brie cheese topped with balsamic shaved red onions and bacon, dressed with baby arugula and drizzled with a honey-grain mustard aioli.
63 Sherbrook Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B2
204-775-5662
NEW to Fried Chicken Fest 🎉
Schnitzel Sandwich
Presented by Chef Grant Danyluk
Chicken schnitzel on a brioche bun with sweet and sour cabbage, shredded lettuce, cucumber dill salad, and remoulade.
Welcome to the 2026 entries… Scroll UP to see the participating restaurants for this year’s Fried Chicken Fest.
274 Garry St.
Winnipeg, MB R3C 1H3
Phone: 204-557-1729
localpubliceatery.com/winnipeg
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Chef Kevin Sawatsky
For the spice lovers! Crispy chicken breast, fresno chili honey, a dusting of spices, plenty of pickles and smoky ranch!
9 – 925 Headmaster Row
Winnipeg, MB R2G 4J4
Phone: 204-229-0237
The Fennel Countdown
Presented by Chef Jojo Rufino
A 6oz. fifteen-herbed buttermilk-marinated fried chicken breast, thick cut maple bacon, garlic pecorino snow cheese, hot honey, creamy apple fennel slaw with poppyseed dressing, fresh arugula, dill pickle and maple rosemary sauce all on a toasted pretzel bun and served with our signature crispy skinny fries.
200-1615 Regent Ave. W.
Winnipeg, MB R2C 5C6
204-654-3345
junction59roadhouse.com
Junction Chicken Schnitzel Sandwich
Presented by Chef Drake Czuba
Our homemade chicken schnitzel on a brioche bun, with cheddar cheese, bacon, pickles, tomato, lettuce and maple crisps. Sauced with mayo and red pepper jam!
612-B Academy Rd
Winnipeg, MB R3N 0E6
The Main Chick
Presented by Chef Ken Nguyen
** 1st place Voter’s Choice FRIED CHICKEN FEST 2023 **
** WINNER OF FRIED CHICKEN FEST 2021 **
Thicc, juicy, sweet & spicy. She’s the baddest — no side chick can compare.
Double fried buttermilk chicken thigh dipped in hot honey and house blend spices, jalapeño smoked aioli, stacked thicc bacon strips, fresh arugula, red onions and crisp pickles! She even has that extra GOOD GOOD with flamin’ hot mac, gooey swiss, all layered on a toasted buttery brioche bun. Topped off with our red chili spiced drumstick, extra HAWT!
Add some lovin’ with a side of our wedges paired with chilli aioli.
339 Waterfront Drive
Winnipeg, MB R3B 0V1
Phone: 204-594-0339
The Tropic Crunch
Presented by Executive Chef Dom Merano
A buttermilk-fried chicken breast with a jalapeno ranch, topped with a smoked gouda mornay sauce dotted with pickled cucumbers, sliced porchetta, and finished with a pineapple glaze drizzle and some fresh arugula on a signature brioche bun.
806 Sargent Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0B8
Phone: 204-306-6800
**WINNER, FRIED CHICKEN FEST 2022**
Magma Bites Platter
Dunk signature smoky, roasted garlic pepper fried chicken chunks into a molten volcano of peri-peri cheese sauce, nestled in a perfectly toasted sourdough bread bowl. On the side crunchy, golden crispy potato wedges complete this epic eruption of flavour.
This dish brings the heat and keeps you dipping back for more!
305 Madison St
Winnipeg, MB R3J 1H9
204-306-1130
Divinity Chicken
Presented by Chef Eric Nguyen
Third place, Fried Chicken Fest 2024 🥉
Juicy, crispy breaded chicken breast coated in a Vietnamese sauce translating to Divine Dipping Sauce! Our sauce contains aromatics like lemon grass and kaffir lime leaf, fresh chilies for a kick, fish sauce for umami, and condensed milk to tie it to make it creamy and sweet!
946 Sherbrook Street
Winnipeg, MB R3A 1N4
204-774-3795
peripointchicken.ca
**NEW to Fried Chicken Fest**
Piri Crunch Hoagie Delight
Our very first sandwich creation! Scrumptious flavor combination that will satisfy your palate! Crispy fried chicken thighs in a hoagie bun drizzled with our signature sauces: Piri-Piri Sauce and Garlic Aioli and adding another layer of crunch topped off with kale slaw.
1596 Ness Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3J 3W6
Phone: 204-779-2337
Chick Out This Dish
Presented by Chef Jon Burge
Double fried chicken thighs tossed in house made BBQ sauce, herb + garlic aioli, tangy pickled onions, grainy Dijon mustard, crisp iceberg lettuce, sliced tomato all served on a toasted baked in house brioche bun.
1763 Henderson Highway
Winnipeg, MB R2G 1P3
204-560-2946
bullandfilly.net
**NEW to Fried Chicken Fest**
Fry’n Mighty
Presented by Chef Tristan Foucault
Meet the Fry’n Mighty, where golden fried chicken and zesty pickled slaw take center stage, topped with a playful kiss of hot honey. All wrapped up in a soft brioche bun, it’s love at first bite!
2-109 James Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3B0N6
204-560-5210
2nd Place, Fried Chicken Fest 2024
Honourable Mention, Fried Chicken Fest 2022 (Voter’s Choice)
DJ drop that beet ! Chicken Croquette Sandwich
Presented by Chef Mark Merano
Crispy chicken croquette with pockets of cheese curds
Topped with roasted honey dill beets, fresh arugula and mayo, sitting on top of tangy tarter sauce in between a toasted potato bun.
1719 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0E4
Phone: 204-888-2341
Introducing The HIGHRISE 🏙️
A sandwich so stacked, it’s got its own skyline! Dive into two colossal layers of crunchy double-fried chicken, smoky bacon strips, and savoury pepper bacon jam, all balanced with fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and a trifecta of sauces: hot chipotle, creamy ranch, and garlicky aioli. This towering creation is the ultimate BLT upgrade.
Think you can conquer the HIGHRISE?
870 Logan Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3E 1N8
Phone: 204-832-7192
Chang Mai Crunch Tacos
Crispy coconut-marinated fried chicken, on toasted white corn taco shells, generous shaved slaw, and sour special tamarind sauce and cilantro and limes topped off our Tajin spice blend.
275 Broadway
Winnipeg, MB R3C 4M6
Phone: 204-416-1144
Winner, Fried Chicken Fest 2020 🏆
O.G. – Outrageous Goodness
Presented by Chef Wayne Martin
Before all these fancy sandwiches there was the O.G. The Original Goodness. Chicken tenders marinated in our flavorful buttermilk marinade and fried to perfection. Served with a healthy side of our award winning Kennebec fries, housemate honey dill sauce and creamy slaw. That’s right — chicken fingers, but freekin’ good fingers!
260 Henderson Hwy.
Winnipeg, MB R2L 1M2
204-615-8828
The Comeback Fried Chicken Brick
This is no ordinary wrap! Featuring tender, crispy hand-breaded fried chicken, drenched in our top-secret Comeback Sauce. We’ve layered it up with crispy fries, smoky bacon strips, diced onions, and melty mozzarella cheese. Wrapped up and grilled to gooey, golden perfection.
It’s a flavour-packed heavyweight!
500 Corydon Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3L 0P1
Phone: 204-284-6666
Chef Grant Danyluk
Thai Peanut Chicken Sandwich
Peanut-dipped, panko-crusted chicken thigh, sesame cucumber slaw, wafu mayo, finished with sriracha.
185 Isabel St.
Winnipeg, MB R3A 1G8
Phone: 204-504-8999
T.F.C.
Tropical Fried Chicken, this bold fried chicken sandwich brings the heat with thick buttermilk fried chicken coated in fiery mango sauce, cooled down by silky coconut cream and crunchy cabbage slaw. All nestled inside a pillowy pineapple bun, it’s a hot tropical paradise for your taste buds.
4-2077 Pembina Hwy
Winnipeg, MB R3T 5J9
204-269-5004
Pollo Caprese
Presented by Chef Dave Dahlin
A 6oz tender chicken breast in our light and crispy house seasoned breading on a homemade herbed focaccia bun with house made basil pesto aioli, roasted tomato, spinach, fior di latte mozzarella.
Served with house cut french fries
2 Lombard Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3B 0Y3
Phone: 204-957-1350
The Golden Roost
Presented by Executive Chef Nitin Sharma
Nashville hot chicken thighs on grilled sourdough bread, topped with a honey mayo cabbage slaw, bearnaise sauce, Nashville hot sauce, poached egg, and radish greens.
326 Broadway
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0S5
Phone: 204-615-0802
**NEW to Fried Chicken Fest**
She’s all Chaat Tamarind Fried Chicken
Presented by Chef Robyn Salguero
Tamarind, garam masala & garlic marinated fried chicken thigh, tossed in tamarind chutney and topped with chaat masala yogurt, a fresh minty slaw, ginger-pickled cukes and a chili chutney butter, all served on a toasted doughnut “bun”.
1825 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0G4
Phone: 204-837-3474
Caribbean Jerk Double Crispy Chicken Burger & Fries
Presented by Chef Ryan Grawberger
Two home-battered and fried crispy chicken breast patties, slathered in our homemade Jerk BBQ Sauce, drizzled with chipotle, jalapenos, mayo, lettuce and onions, served with homemade skinny fries.
112 Marion Street
Winnipeg, MB R2H 0T1
204-235-6003
Seoul Sizzle
Presented by Chef Matt Withoos
Crispy chicken thigh marinated in Korean BBQ sauce on a brioche bun, with ginger lime slaw and sweet pickles. Accompanied by a fresh cucumber salad consisting of baby cucumbers, Thai chilis, scallions, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, and ponzu.
19 Watt Street, Unit 2
Winnipeg, MB R2L 1R5
kingcolecatering.ca/roos/
The WinniPoBoy
Presented by Chef Aidan Cole
A local twist on the classic po’ boy, the WinniPoBoy brings bold Cajun flavors to the heart of the prairies. Featuring crispy buttermilk fried chicken, tangy pickles, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and a creamy Cajun remoulade, all nestled in a fresh sandwich roll, this sandwich is a delicious tribute to our city’s love for comfort food with a kick.
3253 Portage Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3K 0W6
Crispy Fried Cheddar Chicken Burger “Miftéki Kotópoulo Tiganitó”
Presented by Dexter Vlahos
Crispy Fried Chicken Burger…..A mouth-watering chicken burger, perfectly fried until crispy and golden, with a layer of melted Monterey Pepper Jack cheese. This is served on a toasted bun with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, and a tangy lightly spiced mayonnaise, garnished with a Pickle. Served with your choice of two sides.
185 Stadacona St.
Winnipeg, MB R2L1R2
Phone: 204-663-6484
IG: charlees_rnl
Charlee’s BOLD & BARE Crispy Asian Chicken
Presented by Chef Charlie Villapando
This flirty birdy has thiccc, juicy thighs that don’t hold back—skin-on, butterflied, and bare. Brined, marinated, and sous vide for maximum tenderness, then shallow-fried in sizzling hot oil for that golden, scandalously crispy finish. Topped with our in-house ginger scallion sauce—zingy, aromatic, and addicting…the type of sauce you’ll want to pour on everything. Completing this plate of seduction is our classic Garlic Fried Rice and a refreshing trio of cucumber, tomato, mango and Charlee’s famous tangy and sweet “atchara” – pickled grated papaya and carrots.
1100-50 Sage Creek Boulevard
Winnipeg, MB R3X 0C2
Karaage Sushi Crisps
Presented by Chefs Noel Soriano & Zuriel De Guzman
Crispy Japanese Karaage chicken bits tossed in a house made sweet sesame aioli, green onions, radishes, pickled onions, diced cucumbers, topped with pecans and chilli flakes, served on 3 crispy nori & rice paper shells.
1st Place, Fried Chicken Fest 2024 🥇
2nd Place, Fried Chicken Fest 2022 🥈
1180 Grant Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3M 2A6
204-800-6045
Celtic Comfort Fried Chicken
Presented by Jeff Young
A juicy chicken breast, hand breaded in our pub seasoned flour recipe, fried to golden perfection and smothered in a made-in-pub country style sausage gravy. Served on top of garlic mashed potatoes with sautéed green beans, red peppers and with a home made cheddar biscuit to wipe up all the goodness.
2615 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0P7
204-504-6000
Honey Dill Chicken Burger
Presented by Chef Beau Friesen
A chicken breast fried and battered and served on a garlic buttered brioche bun with our made-in-house honey dill sauce, lettuce, and pickles!
**NEW TO FRIED CHICKEN FEST**
392 Graham Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0L4
Phone: 204-691-1141
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Taco Crunch Sando
Presented by Eric Saniuk & staff
Introducing the “Taco Crunch Sando” – a mouthwatering creation that’s sure to delight your taste buds! This delicious sandwich features a perfectly fried chicken breast tossed in zesty taco seasoning, delivering bold flavors in every bite. It’s generously spread with a creamy Cholula and sour cream sauce on both the top and bottom buns for a spicy kick. Topped with fresh, juicy tomato, crisp lettuce, smooth guacamole, and crunchy tortilla strips, this sando offers a delightful combination of textures and tastes. Get ready to experience a fiesta of flavor with every delicious crunch!
800 Pembina Highway
Winnipeg, MB R3M 2M7
204-453-7980
Fried Fricken’ Chicken & Grits
Presented by Chef Brendan Haynes
Indulge in our perfectly seasoned fricken’ chicken, with a boneless breast, boneless thigh, and crispy drumstick. Served with a generous helping of creamy Southern grits that pack the perfect kick. Choose between classic Krispy for that timeless crunch or Legendary Nashville Hot Sauce for an extra fiery punch!
A true Southern delight awaits you! Ready to savor this mouthwatering masterpiece? 😋
1866 Ness Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0Y6
Phone: 204-414-5599
Southern Style Chicken & Waffle Burger
Presented by Chef Les Bartle
It’s finally back. An incredible mix of sweet, savoury, and spicy flavours. Fried chicken breast covered in jalapeño infused maple syrup and paired with a homemade garlic chili aioli sits on top of a vibrant southern coleslaw with crunchy dill pickles. This all sits between two golden brown waffles brushed with cinnamon-sugar butter. This is worth the sticky fingers. Served with our famous cinnamon-salt chips!
1030 McPhillips Street
Winnipeg, MB R2X 2K7
Phone: 204-589-7314
Double Jerk Chicken Burger
Presented by Chef Chris Brunette
Two home-battered and fried-to-perfection chicken patties on a locally-made brioche bun with homemade jerk barbecue sauce, chipotle sauce, mayo, lettuce and jalapenos! It’s honestly awesome! Served with a side of home cut skinny fries!
123 Regent Ave. W.
Winnipeg, MB R2C 1R1
204-777-2663
The Ragin’ Rooster
Presented by Chef Gerald Baker
The Return of The Rooster! Start with a soft brioche bun, lather it with fresh garlic aioli, then a jumbo juicy whole boneless chicken thigh fried crispy with habanero and Mexican-seasoned breading, drizzle on copious amounts of their homemade Not Yo Cheese sauce, melt on some grated 3-cheese, add freshly sliced onions & tomatoes, two strips of maple bacon, crispy fried jalapenos and lots of crispy lettuce. Comes with Straight or Checker Fries. Spice level: 4 bolts
2609 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0P6
Phone: 204-615-6104
Cluck Norris
Presented by Chef Eli Novilla
Cluck Norris doesn’t cross the road, the road gets out of its way.
Deep fried, shredded lumpia covered fried chicken with creamy house slaw, our bangin tang sauce, banana peps between garlic toasted brioche buns.
Experience a roundhouse kick of a flavour. Experience Cluck Norris.
Welcome to Fried Chicken Fest 2025!
Participating restaurants include:
Olympia Diner, Underdogs, Dreamland Diner, One Great City Brewing Co., Damecca Lounge, Meal Set Bistro, Kyu Bistro, Fionn’s Grant Park, Brazen Hall, Confusion Corner Drink & Food, Kyu Bochi, Capital Grill, Charlee’s Restaurant & Lounge, Junction 59, Little Bones Wings, Block and Blade Restaurant, 1928 Eatery & Bar, Nicolino’s, Blazing Chicken Shack (new!), Peri Point Chicken & Charcoal (new!), Four Crowns Restaurant & Event Centre, The Saint, St. James Burger & Chip Co., Kyu Grill, Roo’s Catering, The Lounge @ The Fairmont, Oh Doughnuts (new!), Cibo Waterfront Cafe, Bull & Filly (new!), James Avenue Pumphouse Food & Drink, CRSPY BNCH, and a few more to come!
Check out the blog (2025 entries) for full details. 🐓
339 Waterfront Drive
Winnipeg, MB R3B 0V1
Phone: 204-594-0339
The Boozey Rooster
Presented by Sean Smith
Featuring a crispy chicken cutlet topped with Nduja vodka sauce, fior di latte, and drizzled with Calabrian chili honey and a rich smoked Parmesan aioli with crisp arugula all in a luscious Ciabatta bun.
112 Marion Street
Winnipeg, MB R2H 0T1
204-235-6003
Nashville-style Hot Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Chef Matt Withoos
Buttermilk-fried chicken breast, secret spice blend, Nashville hot honey, pickled zucchini on a brioche bun combo includes Cajun potato wedges with habanero aioli.
500 Corydon Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3L 0P1
Phone: 204-284-6666
NEW TO Fried Chicken Fest
Chef Grant Danyluk
Fried Chicken Tacos
Crispy buttermilk-marinated fried chicken breast, toasted corn tortillas, melted cheese, chimichurri mayo, shredded letuce, pico de gallo, and house made hot sauce.
314 Donald Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 2H3
204-615-2278
MK Katsu
Presented by Chef Jesse Friesen
Featuring a brined and fried breast and thigh, miso mayo brulee, maple chile sauce, nori, tobiko, and ginger pickles.
305 Madison St
Winnipeg, MB R3J 1H9
204-306-1130
Numb Numb Chicken
Presented by Chef Minkyu Ru
Crispy, breaded Korean and Chinese-inspired fried chicken bites coated in a Szechuan mala sauce to bring you that sweet heat and numbing taste. Fresh cabbage, bean sprouts, red onions, pickled jalapenos, pickled onions, basil and grana padano all nestled inside a warm, toasted pita.
** 2nd place Voter’s Choice FRIED CHICKEN FEST 2023 **
** 3rd place Judges’ Choice FRIED CHICKEN FEST 2023 **
260 Henderson Hwy.
Winnipeg, MB R2L 1M2
204-615-8828
KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN HERO
Juicy crunchy fried chicken nestled in a sweet bun drizzled with Korean-sesame garlic sauce and spicy mayo, topped with house-made kimchi, cucumber slices, and finished with a sprinkle of green onions and sesame seeds.
185 Isabel St.
Winnipeg, MB R3A 1G8
Phone: 204-504-8999
FRIED CHICKEN SANDO
Ultra crispy golden-fried chicken wedged between soft fluffy slices of bread, creamy egg-salad, smoky-salty tobiko fish roe, and finished with green onions and sesame seeds.
1719 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0E4
Phone: 204-888-2341
Spicy PBJ BLITZ
Trix Aren’t Just For Kids!!!
Juicy hand-breaded chicken breast, spicy peanut butter mousse, kickin’ Cajun strawberry jam, smoky thick-cut bacon, and your favourite childhood cereal, TRIX. All on a warm toasted glazed birthday donut 🍩
19 Watt Street, Unit 2
Winnipeg, MB R2L 1R5
kingcolecatering.ca/roos/
Big Dill Energy
Presented by Chef Aidan Cole
Roo’s introduces Big Dill Energy – a delicious crispy fried chicken sandwich with bacon, Monterey Jack cheese, lettuce, pickles, and our garlic dill sauce. This chicken sandwich isn’t just a meal; it’s a bold statement of flavour. The combination of dill, bacon, and garlic packs a punch leaving your taste buds extremely satisfied.
274 Garry St.
Winnipeg, MB R3C 1H3
Phone: 204-557-1729
localpubliceatery.com/winnipeg
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Chef Kevin Sawatsky
Back by popular demand, immortalized by Fried Chicken Week 2022, we’ve brought back the crowd favourite with a few delicious tweaks. Still our signature LOCAL Fried Chicken tossed in Nashville hot chili oil, stacked high on a brioche bun with mayonnaise, crinkle cut pickles and fresh lettuce. Simple, but why fix something that isn’t broken?
612-B Academy Rd
Winnipeg, MB R3N 0E6
Bao Down
Presented by Chef Ken Nguyen
Start your new year off strong with our fried chicken fest entry. Our in-house seasoned double fried chicken thigh is smothered in between ALL the goodness! Smoked buffalo aioli, peppered bacon, jalapeño white cheddar mac, pickled red onions, crisp arugula and sweet corn spread on a deep fried bao and topped with a pickle. Add our Cajun onion rings to hit the spot!
** WINNER OF FRIED CHICKEN FEST 2021 **
** 1st place Voter’s Choice FRIED CHICKEN FEST 2023 **
1100-50 Sage Creek Boulevard
Winnipeg, MB R3X 0C2
Bring The Beet On- Block’s Chicken & Waffles
Presented by Chefs Noel Soriano & Zuriel De Guzman
Crispy chicken on two Belgian waffles, topped with beet compote, mascarpone, pickled onions, pickled cucumbers, dill weed, and pea shoots.
2nd Place, Fried Chicken Fest 2022 🥈
15 St. Anne’s Road (Counter Space Community Kitchen)
Winnipeg, MB R2M 2Y1
Curry Cheese Fried Chicken Burger
Presented by Chef Uem Chun
Tender, juicy and fresh deep-fried chicken topped with curry sauce with ground beef, cheese and onion, and sliced tomato and lettuce with mayo sandwiched between soft buns.
870 Logan Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3E 1N8
Phone: 204-832-7192
Nashville Flavour Dunk
Hold on to your boots, cowpokes 🤠 This one’s gonna knock your socks off!!!
We start with a sweet heat brine for our chick drums, toss it in our signature spice recipe crunch batter then dive right into our kickin’ Nashville flavour pool, and to finish it off — a secret blend of spicy sweet cinnamon rush powder. All of the goodness is soaked up with a hefty slice of Texas toast and finished off with tangy pickle 🥒 and red citrus slaw, and to tone things down — paired with a creamy mac salad.
242 Hargrave Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0M8
Phone: 204-272-9607
The Buffalo 314 Burger
Presented by Chef Jesse Friesen
Bite into a crisp country-fried chicken breast, dressed with tangy Buffalo sauce, pickles, butter leaf lettuce, our signature blue cheese Yard sauce, all in between a Martin’s potato bun.
842 Corydon Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3M 0Y4
Phone: 204-219-7499
Oh Cluck!
Introducing the “Oh Cluck” burger! Because you’re going to get messy! Tommy’s entry starts off with a Flaming Hot Cheeto-fried chicken thigh, topped with jalapeno aioli, Tommy’s secret mac n cheese, pickled jalapenos and cheeto dust!!
4-2077 Pembina Hwy
Winnipeg, MB R3T 5J9
204-269-5004
Introducing the Pollo Croccante Panini
Presented by Chef Dave Dahlin
A 6oz tender chicken breast in our light and crunchy house seasoned breading on our home made bun with crispy mortadella, provolone, house made spicy cherry pepper aioli, roasted red peppers and arugula.
Served with house cut fries.
*substitute fries for your choice of salad for $5
tossed/caesar/feta/cheese or sorrento
1596 Ness Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3J 3W6
Phone: 204-779-2337
Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
Presented by Chef Jon Burge
Crispy panko-breaded chicken thighs covered in rich marinara sauce with melted mozzarella cheese placed on a house made bun smeared with a roasted garlic and basil aioli and topped with hot pickled peppers and fresh arugula.
200-1615 Regent Ave. W.
Winnipeg, MB R2C 5C6
204-654-3345
junction59roadhouse.com
Cheesy Pilsner Pretzel Sandwich
Presented by Chef Ryan Glays
A deep-fried beer-battered chicken breast on a toasted pretzel bun, sauced with Dijon aioli, cheese sauce & honey mustard. Topped with cheddar cheese, greens, tomato and crispy onions and fries.
800 Pembina Highway
Winnipeg, MB R3M 2M7
204-453-7980
The Cluckow
This is the legend’s new big sister… the burger week winner Krakow is giving inspiration to our new Fried Chicken Fest entry, built on our locally baked bun, bacon peach ketchup, potato vodka aioli, cheese sauce, pickled red cabbage, fresh Manitoba chicken breast, crispy potato sticks, and the perfect amount of our house-made Nashville hot sauce.
Cluck cluck cluck
2 Lombard Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3B 0Y3
Phone: 204-957-1350
Presented by Chef Nitin Sharma
Inspired by our close proximity to downtown’s infamous “Circus”, The Lounge at Fairmont presents “The Maple Circle” that includes 8552 Pilsner beer-battered chicken thigh, jalapeño cheddar waffle, maple bacon aioli, topped with pickled onions, maple syrup and fresh dill.
1030 McPhillips Street
Winnipeg, MB R2X 2K7
Phone: 204-589-7314
Ghost Pepper Chicken & Waffles
Presented by Chef Chris Brunette
Don’t be afraid — it’s not overly hot, but very flavourful! A touch of ghost pepper, add some maple syrup drizzled on top of crackling toasted waffles with jalapenos and our famous home-breaded chicken tenders!
1866 Ness Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0Y6
Phone: 204-414-5599
Electric Honey Chicken Burger
Presented by Chef Les Bartle
A juicy fried chicken thigh tossed in electric honey (honey garlic/lemon pepper) and dressed up with fresh lettuce, juicy tomato, a thick strip of bacon and a creamy slice of Bothwell mozzarella! Served alongside our glorious chips (choose: regular, cajun, or cinnamon salt).
2615 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0P7
204-504-6000
Ice Cream, Chicken & Waffles
Presented by Chef Beau Friesen
A crisp Belgian waffle topped with fried chicken strips, chopped bacon, chipotle syrup, and a big scoop of vanilla ice cream.
1180 Grant Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3M 2A6
204-800-6045
5 Spice Sesame Fried Chicken
Presented by Dalton Gillespie
Five spice, sesame marinated chicken drums served with a tangy dill coleslaw and thick Texas garlic toast.
275 Broadway
Winnipeg, MB R3C 4M6
Phone: 204-416-1144
3116 Roblin Blvd.
Winnipeg, MB R3R 0C1
Phone: 204-615-3116
there is such thing as a stupid question
Presented by Chef Wayne Martin
Buttermilk fried chicken sandwich with bacon and cheddar white gravy, pickled red onions, jalapenos, more cheddar, iceberg lettuce, spiced beer mustard, garlic aioli all on a perfectly soft bun.
185 Stadacona St.
Winnipeg, MB R2L1R2
Phone: 204-663-6484
IG: champsfoodtruck
CHAMPS’ POPPIN’ POPCORN CHICKEN with 3 Special Sauces
Presented by Chef Charlie Villapando
Revive your taste buds with a Champs’ classic, reinvented in an interactive popcorn chicken style, complemented by our three signature chicken wing sauces!
Dip ‘em or douse ‘em as you please in a sweet and tangy banana BBQ sauce, the rich adobo sauce, or the umami packed Bicol Express sauce. This is the perfect option to share with family and friends!
185 Stadacona St.
Winnipeg, MB R2L1R2
Phone: 204-663-6484
IG: charlees_rnl
Charlee’s Chicken SpaghettEE
Presented by Chef Charlie Villapando
Drawing inspiration from a globally-celebrated Filipino fast-food brand featuring a cheerful bee and infused with the essence of an iconic Italian classic, we are proud to present our interpretation of the beloved combination of chicken and pasta.
A harmonious blend of tangy sweet spaghetti bolognese sauce enriched with cured pork longganisa sausage, topped with a delectably crispy fried chicken cutlet, generously smothered in additional sauce, melted cheese, and more crispy longganisa bits.
Move over “BEE”, make way for Charlee’s “Chicken SpaghettEE”
1582 Regent Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R2C 3B4
204-669-9783
Double Stacked Sweet Southern Heat Sandwich
Presented by Joshua Lemay
Two breaded and marinated chicken thighs coated in a sweet and spicy chili pepper oil, stacked high on top of a bed of southern-style coleslaw, topped with dill pickle coins and served on a toasted bun. Served with your choice of side.
123 Regent Ave. W.
Winnipeg, MB R2C 1R1
204-777-2663
The Ragin’ Rooster
Presented by Chef Gerald Baker
The Return of The Rooster! Start with a soft brioche bun, lather it with fresh garlic aioli, then a jumbo juicy whole boneless chicken thigh fried crispy with habanero and Mexican-seasoned breading, drizzle on copious amounts of their homemade Not Yo Cheese sauce, melt on some grated 3-cheese, add freshly sliced onions & tomatoes, two strips of maple bacon, crispy fried jalapenos and lots of crispy lettuce. Comes with Straight or Checker Fries. Spice level: 4 bolts
1512 Regent Avenue West
Winnipeg, MB R2C 3B4
Phone: 204-661-6191
Dragon Bites
Presented by Chef Waylon Chartrand
Hand-breaded chicken bites, drizzled with teriyaki, sriracha and mayo. Sprinkled with sesame seeds and green onions.
2609 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0P6
Phone: 204-615-6104
Vezinacluyk
Presented by Chef Vellan Vadivelu
Our future Wall of Fame inductee! House-made biscuit, hand-breaded buttermilk fried chicken breast, whipped hot honey butter, spicy tomato jam, chipotle aioli, bread and butter pickles, candied bacon and sharp cheddar.
1 FORKS MARKET RD
Winnipeg, MB R3C 4L8
Phone: 204-421-5055
Papa Peño Poulet
Presented by Chef Quin Ferguson
Buttermilk-fried chicken with a tangy citrus slaw, topped with house-made pickles and a jalapeno aioli in an exquisite milk bun.
484 McPhillips Street
Winnipeg, MB R2X 2H2
Phone: 204-957-2500
180 Fried Chicken Burger
Presented by Chef Ray Miller
Pressure-fried marinated chicken thigh on a grilled potato bun with jalapeño honey mayo, sliced pickles and coleslaw.
9 – 925 Headmaster Row
Winnipeg, MB R2G 4J4
Phone: 204-229-0237
Put The Lime In The Coconut, You Fry The Chicken All Up
Presented by Chef Leonard Church
Crispy-fried, 15-herbed buttermilk-marinated chicken breast, two strips of thick cut maple bacon, aged white cheddar, toasted coconut, mango lime coconut cream and tangy Maui Maui sauce all on a toasted pretzel bun accompanied by their signature crispy skinny fries.
233 Hargrave Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0P1
204-942-7400
sharkclub.com/winnipeg
Dak and Bap
Presented by Chef Mike Chezick
Fried chicken bites covered in a tantalizing miso-gochujang glaze served with ribbons of pickled vegetables and crispy tortilla pieces on golden fried rice.
75 Forks Market Rd
Winnipeg, MB R3C 4Y3
Phone: 204-944-2445
Tikka Chance On Me
Presented by Chef Quin Cook
Tikka-spiced fried half chicken with a butternut squash curry. Served with a fresh tomato, red onion and iceberg salad.
2-109 James Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3B0N6
204-560-5210
Honourable Mention, Fried Chicken Fest 2022 (Voter’s Choice)
Mr. Croque
Presented by Chef Mark Merano
Our spin off of the croque monsieur! Marinated buttermilk fried chicken in between two slices of cheesy garlic challah, chipotle honey mustard, bacon and a creamy mornay sauce. Finished off with parmesan cheese and that honey drizzle!
Tell your favourite restaurant that Fried Chicken Fest starts January 17 and they should be a part of the only made in Manitoba food festival 🥳
Full list of participating restaurants will drop in the next few days.
2-120 Scott St.
Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K8
204-867-5309
Eggs Schnitzeldict
Presented by Chef Alex Svenne
**NEW TO FRIED CHICKEN FEST**
Two poached eggs on pan-fried chicken schnitzel, with mushroom gravy, buttery peas and a freshly baked English muffin all smothered in hollandaise sauce.
233 Hargrave Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0P1
204-942-7400
sharkclub.com/winnipeg
Sweet & Spicy Chicken & Waffles
Presented by
Belgian waffle with fried chicken strips tossed in our spicy cherry maple glaze and topped off with banana pepper relish, maple bourbon sauce and green onions.
260 Henderson Hwy.
Winnipeg, MB R2L 1M2
204-615-8828
Hot Honey Fried Chicken Hero
Presented by Chef Paul Moralina
Sweet & Spicy! Hand-breaded fried chicken, creamy coleslaw, dill pickles, habañero hot honey sauce in a buttery toasted sweet bun.
242 Hargrave Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0M8
204-272-9607
The Fried Belgian Sandwich
Presented by Chef Steve Toews
A crispy Belgian waffle topped with a buttermilk-fried chicken breast, buttermilk dressing, 314 sauce, maple creme fraiche, pickled onions, and chives.
1719 Portage Ave.
Winnipeg MB R3J 0E9
204-888-2341
Royal Fried Chicken and Waffles
Presented by Triet Nguyen
Hand-tossed, double-fried chicken for the ultimate crunch. Served on Belgian waffles, smooth Crown Royal apple buttercream and jalapenos. Get ready to awaken your taste buds.
612-B Academy Rd
Winnipeg, MB R3N 0E6
WHAT THE CLUCK?!
Presented by Chef Ken Nguyen
**2021 WINNER OF FRIED CHICKEN FEST**
Double fried chicken thigh bites hand tossed in our spicy Korean house blend. Topped with mac & cheese, red cabbage, jalapeño queso, crème fraîche, finished with furikake seasoning and scallions. All on a panko breaded, deep fried sushi roll.
This will have you saying.. Meal Set Bistro…….. WHAT. THE. CLUCK!!!
870 Logan Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3E 1N8
204-832-7192
Everything in life is butter with spice
Presented by Chef Phi Vo
Spaghettini tossed in a creamy garlic herb curry, and the star of the dish… battered fried chicken coated in a spicy Thai butter.
4-2077 Pembina Hwy
Winnipeg, MB R3T 5J9
204-269-5004
Introducing the “Tulsa King!”
Presented by Chef Dave Dahlin
We start with a 6oz tender chicken breast coated in our light, and crispy house-seasoned breading. We then layer crispy pancetta, brie, pepperoncini, tomato and arugula with a house-made spicy Calabrian honey lime aioli on our homemade bun.
Served with your choice of house-cut fries or tossed salad.
*Available while quantities last and cannot be combined with any other promotion.
112 Marion Street
Winnipeg, MB R2H 0T1
204-235-6003
Chicken & Hot Cakes
Presented by Chef Matt Withoos
Spicy battered chicken, with three jalapeno & corn hot cakes, pickled red onion with a sriracha maple syrup.
