Fried Chicken Fest lives here
842 Corydon Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3M 0Y4
Phone: 204-219-7499
Mamma Mia!
Tommy’s signature crust with a gravy base and topped with Galbani mozzarella, cheddar, fried chicken, then dotted with mashed potatoes, corn, spicy honey, and even more gravy!
3253 Portage Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3K 0W6
Olympia Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Dexter Vlahos
Crispy Fried Chicken Breast AKA “Kotopoulo Tiganito” served on a toasted brioche bun with Swiss cheese, fried onions and mushrooms topped with Olympia’s special cream sauce.
*NEW TO FRIED CHICKEN FEST*
2-109 James Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3B0N6
Phone: 204-560-5210
Orange Chicken French Toast
Presented by Chef Mark Merano
Buttermilk fried chicken with a spiced orange syrup , condensed milk French toast , and garnished with orange segments, feta, pickled onions, mint and chili flakes.
*NEW TO FRIED CHICKEN FEST THIS YEAR*
314 Donald Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 2H3
Phone: 204-615-2278
Frambuesa Picante
Presented by Chef Brianna Vince-Clarke
Brown butter toasted serrano provolone scone, chipotle dusted fried chicken breast, pickled red cabbage, carrots, fresh dill, and raspberry honey.
61 Sherbrook Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B3
Phone: 204-615-2977
The Nando Calrissian
Presented by Chef Michael O’Connell
A crispy chicken breast tossed in piri piri sauce, topped with tomato chutney, lettuce, red onion, and cucumber on a Portuguese sandwich roll.
4-2077 Pembina Hwy
Winnipeg, MB R3T 5J9
Phone: 204-269-5004
The Carluzzo
Presented by Chef Dave Dahlin
Buttermilk-brined deep fried chicken breast on our homemade bun with a housemade roasted red pepper jam and a calabrese-spiced mayo. Topped with Provolone cheese, arugula, calabrese sausage, banana peppers and pineapple .
625 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3B 2G4
Phone: 204-615-6590
Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken
Presented by Chef Randy Khounnoraj
Pan-fried daikon radish cake with Chinese sausage, shiitake mushroom, and dried shrimp, peanut brittle, pickled mustard greens, Thai chili, and herbs. Inspired by Asian street food and eating on the go.
242 Hargrave Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0M8
Phone: 204-272-9607
The Shogun
Presented by Chef Steve Toews
Katsu chicken, sesame, nori, pork belly, kewpie mayo, togarashi hot sauce, lettuce, tobiko, and avocado, on a toasted potato bun.
339 Waterfront Drive
Winnipeg, MB R3B 0V1
Phone: 204-594-0339
Arrabiata Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Sean Smith
Garlic Parmesan Fried Chicken with a spicy arrabiata and pesto aioli topped with a smoked Provolone and hot capiccola, pickled fennel, and arugula.
*NEW TO FRIED CHICKEN FEST THIS YEAR *
1100-50 Sage Creek Boulevard
Winnipeg, MB R3X0C2
Phone: 204-256-7625
The Ultimate Mother Clucker
Presented by Chef Noel Soriano
Six deep fried chicken balls stuffed three ways: Apple and Brie, Broccoli and Cheddar, and Pesto Parmesan topped with a cream sauce, maple-flavoured aioli and green onions, served in a waffle cone bowl.
103 Sherbrook Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B5
Phone: 204-219-8777
The Devil and the Deep Blue Cheese
Presented by Chef Kris Rendina
Gochujang-dipped fried chicken smothered in blue cheese crema, pickled apple slaw, and sesame garlic aioli on a potato bun.
233 Hargrave Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0P1
Phone: 204-942-7200
https://www.sharkclub.com/location/winnipeg/
SamΓ©Tori
Presented by Chef Quintin Rogers
A Shark Club take on a Japanese classic, Chicken Kara-age. Kara-age style battered chicken breast, tossed in Shark Spice, served in a bun with pickled onions, tomato, lettuce, crispy noodles, with JalapeΓ±o Havarti and Bossam Aioli.
1582 Regent Ave. W.
Winnipeg, MB R2C 3B4
Phone: 204-669-9783
https://www.fionnmaccools.com/regent-ave-west.html
Pepper Corn Ranch Friend Chicken Burger
Presented by Chef Garry Martin
Double-stacked fried chicken burger with 2 chicken breasts, 4 strips of chili-candied bacon, 2 slices of Sriracha Lime- seasoned Provolone, arugula and spinach blend, and peppercorn ranch.
1180 Grant Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3M 2A6
Phone: 204-800-6045
The HiNote of my Day
Presented by Chef Ashley Hebel
Mongolian fried chicken, Russian dressing, pickled broccoli stems, red chili oil, green beans, and red peppers on a Gunn’s Bakery Ciabatta bun.
*VEGAN OPTION — CHICK’N– AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST*
635 St. James Street
Winnipeg, MB R3G 3R4
Phone: 204-339-5639
1550 Kenaston Blvd
Winnipeg, MB R3G 3R4
204-477-5639
The Smokey Sweet and Spicy
Presented by Chef Justin Patson
Housemade smoked honey hot sauce, brioche bun, crunchy pickles, with a dill-dressed coleslaw and just enough mayo.
*NEW TO FRIED CHICKEN FEST THIS YEAR*
274 Garry St.
Winnipeg, MB R3C 1H3
Phone: 204-557-1729
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Classy Clucker
Presented by Adam Dary
What came first, the chicken or the egg? Who cares! All we know is this sandwich will have you doing the chicken dance all night long. Signature crispy fried chicken, bacon, house aioli, pickled jalapenos, and our housemade queso served with fries on a sesame seed bun.
126 Sherbrook Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B4
Phone: 204-779-8344
My Big Fried Chickun Feta Burger!
Presented by Chef Jessie Hodel
Our vegan take on a Greek-inspired chicken burger. On a kaiser bun we add garlic sauce, our hand-made Chickun patty that’s panko-crusted then pan-fried. Then we layer on tomato slices, cucumbers, red onions, our almond feta, black olives, lettuce and top it all off with a housemade Tatziki sauce.
1596 Ness Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3J 3W6
Phone: 204-779-2337
Chicken Karaage
Presented by Jon Bruge
Japanese style fried chicken, ponzu dipping sauce, umami aioli, green onion, and nori.
2615 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3P 0J7
Phone: 204-254-4628
Which came first, the chicken or the devil?
Presented by Chef Alex Svenne
Devilled egg with fried chicken, sambal honey, lemon ginger cream, crunchy spicy sprinkles, jalapeno cheddar popcorn.
580 Pembina Hwy
Winnipeg, MB R3M 2M5
Phone: 204-261-1005
Mexi-Wings
Presented by Chef Landon Clark
Twelve (12) of our famous fresh, never frozen Chicken Wings, hand-breaded and then fried to golden perfection. Tossed in a homemade taco seasoning, drizzled with sour cream and topped with green onions. Serve with queso for dipping!
130 Provencher Blvd
Winnipeg, MB R2H 0G3
cafeandwine.com
Maple Benny Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Chef Anthony Carino
Maple-glazed chicken, field greens, pickled onions and bacon jam, and topped with Hollandaise on a sourdough waffle.
3116 Roblin Boulevard
Winnipeg, MB R3R 0C1
Phone: 204-615-3116
275 Broadway
Winnipeg, MB R3C 4M6
Phone: 204-416-1144
The Henny Sandwich
Presented by Chef Wayne Martin
Crispy buttermilk fried chicken sandwich, honey hot sauce white queso, homemade bread and butter pickles, slaw, and fried red onions.
806 Sargent Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0B8
Phone: 431-276-2020
Yoshi
Japanese-style fried chicken with zesty ginger coleslaw, sushi rice, and Chef D’s sweet sauce in a delicious nori taco shell.
19 Watt Street, Unit 2
Winnipeg, MB R2L 1R5
Chef-crafted artisan sandwiches, burgers, mac and cheese, and more.
The Dill-icious Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Chef Aidan Cole
Crispy chicken breast with Gouda, pickles, tomato, red onion, lettuce and dill tzatziki on a brioche bun.
806 Sargent Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0B8
Phone: 204-306-6800
Crspy ChicFredo
Fried chicken meets an Italian classic! We smashed together two of our favourite things: fried chicken and fettuccine alfredo! We know we sparked your curiosity on this one, so hereβs how we did it!
Letβs start with fettuccine pasta in a creamy alfredo sauce, topped with bacon crumbles, grated parmesan cheese and herbs, all stuffed in a savoury panko-fried chicken taco shell with a garlic parmesan swiss stick.
Bring a napkin or twoβ¦ youβre going to need all hands on deck for this one. Bon appetit!
*2nd place in Fried Chicken Fest 2021*
2835 Pembina Hwy
Winnipeg, MB R3T 4Z8
Phone: 204-261-9614
smittysmb.ca/locations/pembina-south
Von Slicks Roasted Red Pepper Parmesan Chicken Wings
Presented by Chef Tyler Babuin
A dozen of our fresh, never frozen chicken wings, hand breaded and fried to perfection! Tossed in Vons Slicks roasted red pepper butter and topped with Parmesan cheese.
1512 Regent Avenue West
Winnipeg, MB R2C 3B4
Phone: 204-661-6191
Kicken Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Chef Waylon Chartrand
A double-coated and deep-fried crunchy chicken burger tossed in our house-made hot sauce and topped with a chipotle aioli sauce, pickles and red onions, on a Brioche bun.
1 FORKS MARKET RD
Winnipeg, MB R3C 4L8
Phone: 204-421-5055
The Pickle Rancher
Presented by Chef Quin Ferguson
Fried pickle-brined MB chicken thigh, local milk bun, housemade Manitoba Cool Breeze pickles, capers, and housemade dill ranch.
870 Logan Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3E 1N8
Phone: 204-832-7192
One Night in Bangkok With Cam
Your trip begins with silky flat noodles that soak up a delicious spicy peanut panang curry sauce, sautΓ©ed bamboo, carrots, zucchini, ten herbs and spices finished with our signature Cambodian fried chicken and our spicy Bangkok sauce. This will be one trip youβll never forget!
260 Henderson Hwy
Winnipeg, MB R2L 1M2
Kyu Snack Box: 204-306-8009
Kyu Grill: 204-615-8828
Kyu Snack Box
KYU SNACK BOX
Buttery-Tangy-Spicy Chicken Box presented by
Chef Calvin Truong
Crispy Breaded Chicken coated in our BTS Hot Sauce. Served with Jasmine Rice, paired with Sweet Soy Roasted Potatoes & Spicy Kimchi Cucumbers.
Kyu Grill
Hot Buff Poβ Boy
Presented by Chef Paul Moralina
Crunchy, breaded buttermilk chicken, roasted pepper buffalo sauce, kewpie mayo, mango sauce, lettuce, pickled onions sandwiched in our signature Hero Bun.
1719 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0E4
Phone: 204-888-2341
Poblano Escobar Spicy Chicken Burger
Presented by Chef Triet Nguyen
Hand-tossed breaded chicken breast with our five-pepper hot sauce blends together poblano, scotch bonnet, jalapeΓ±o, Thai & Korean chilis to bring the heat. Creamy garlic aioli spread, sweet beet cabbage & pickles to top it off between a kaiser bun.
185 Isabel St.
Winnipeg, MB R3A 1G8
Phone: 204-504-8999
Fried-Chicken Panko Bites & Japanese Curry
Presenter by Chef Peter Dao
Crunchy, panko-breaded chicken tossed in spicy shichimi spices. Served with velvety Japanese curry and rice.
123 Regent Ave. W.
Winnipeg, MB R2C 1R1
Phone: 204-777-2663
El Pollo Epico! – Crispy Taco Chicken Sammicha!
Presented by Chef Gerald Baker
The LBW EPIC Crispy Chicken Sammicha that you can order mild, caliente or El Diablo! πΉ We start with a fresh Manitoba chicken thigh breaded super crispy in a blended taco seasoning with crushed Habanero peppers. We top it with our signature Not Yo Cheese sauce and Taco seasoned ground beef, homemade pico de gallo salsa (tomatoes, onions, cilantro, olive oil & lime juice), crispy breaded jalapenos, lettuce and sour cream on a soft Brioche bun! You can add optional 3rd degree hot sauce or our famous A.N.D.E. sauce to kick up the heat! π₯ Served on a bed of tortilla chips so you can scoop up some of the extra fixins! Epico! π
800 Pembina Hwy
Winnipeg, MB R3M 2M7
Phone: 204-453-7980
Jang Jang Wings
Presented by Chef Jose Noboa
Our Korean Wings featuring both jangs poppin’ with chili, ginger, honey, coconut and slammed with cilantro oil and charred cocoa.
In house option only – Throw some buns on it and enjoy the hand held!
2nd place in Fried Chicken Fest 2020 π₯
112 Marion Street
Winnipeg, MB R2H 0T1
Phone: 204-235-6003
Wood Tavern Crunch
Presented by Chef Jon Buffie
Crispy buttermilk fried chicken, habanero aioli, pickled butternut squash, lettuce, tomato on a grilled brioche bun.
1866 Ness Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0Y6
Phone: 204-414-5599
The Island Boy
Presented by Chef Les Bartle
This burger is not JUST an island boy! A crispy battered chicken breast is tossed in our made-in-house Caribbean jerk sauce and set atop a tangy bed of Jamaican coleslaw. Next, we add a melted slice of Bothwell JalapeΓ±o Monterey Jack cheese, a strip of thick cut bacon, and a slice grilled pineapple, with a drizzle of cilantro lime yogurt sauce, all on our branded Gunn’s Bakery Brioche bun. Try not to stare at the sun too long with this one.
$1 from every Island Boy Jerk Chicken Burger goes to End Homelessness Winnipeg
1620 Kenaston Blvd
Winnipeg, MB R3P 0Y4
Phone: 204-489-1199
Al Pastor Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Chef Nik Dermek
A sweet, spicy and smokey marinated chicken breast, deep-fried nice and crispy. Topped with smoked Gouda cheese, 2 strips of bacon, pineapple pico de gallo and shredded lettuce, all in between a soft potato bun. Served with french fries.
200-1615 Regent Ave. W.
Winnipeg, MB R2C 5C6
Phone: 204-654-3345
junction59roadhouse.com
Presented by Chef Ryan Glays
Junction 59’s take on the classic Monte Cristo sandwich
Their famous fried chicken, tossed in a sassy Sambal syrup, then wedged in between 2 slices of egg-dipped Winnipeg-famous City Bread with smokey bacon , provolone cheese and a creamy white sauce, served with house-cut fries.
2 Lombard Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3B 0Y3
Phone: 204-957-1350
βThe Bigger the Chicken, the Harder the Fowlβ – Portage & Main Chicken & Waffle
Presented by Chef Richard Duncan
Applewood smoked buttermilk-fried chicken thigh on a butter-basted sugar waffle, bacon rasher with a honey hot drizzle and topped with frazzled leek.
Pair with:
Side Hustle: Truffle Mac n Cheese Bake or Side Artisan Green Salad with Garden CruditΓ©, Balsamic Dressing; Baby Creamer Potato Salad Bacon & Mustard Remoulade
Sweet Potato Fries or English Cut with Chipotle Aioli
1030 McPhillips Street
Winnipeg, MB R2X 2K7
Phone: 204-589-7314
Ghost Pepper Chicken & Waffles
Presented by Chef Chris Brunette
We bring the heat of the Ghost Pepper and mix it with Maple syrup on a Belgian waffle, wow! Homemade seasoned and battered chicken breast dipped in a homemade hot sauce! Caution: Contents may be HOT!
9 – 925 Headmaster Row
Winnipeg, MB R2G 4J4
Phone: 204-229-0237
The 15 Star General
Presented by Chef Leonard Church
A 7oz. fresh chicken breast marinated in our secret 15 herbs and spices buttermilk, hand-breaded and golden fried, topped with two strips of thick-cut maple bacon and smoked white cheddar, all on a toasted pretzel bun with butter lettuce, tomato, red onion and creamy chipotle mayo, served with our signature skinny fries.
774 Corydon Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3M 0Y1
Phone: 204-918-5313
Oishii Fried Chicken
Presented by Chef Quinn Degner
Marinated and breaded boneless chicken thighs on a bed of sticky rice, covered in a house sweet chili sauce. Served with pickled vegetables and garnished with cilantro and sesame seeds.
1301 St. Matthews
Winnipeg, MB R3G 1E3
Strike n Spare Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Ben Fernandez
A delicious ground chicken patty with a touch of marinara sauce, Asian style coleslaw on a bun made from our pizza dough.
Noteworthy: We are a nut free facility.
2609 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0P6
Phone: 204-615-6104
Honey Boo Boo
Presented by Chef Randy Greig
Nashville buttermilk chicken, dipped in buttery roasted garlic hot sauce and dusted with UD house seasoning. Topped with a heaping scoop of honey butter with fresh dill. Served on a soft, toasted brioche bun. You always gotta be on your A game!
420 Corydon Ave (Masonic Temple)
Winnipeg, MB R3L 0P1
The KCB Burger
Presented by Chef Luc Jean
Crispy fried chicken breast with spicy guchujang mayo topped with lime, ginger, and cilantro pickled cucumbers on a toasted brioche bun.
NEW TO FRIED CHICKEN FEST THIS YEAR!
531 St. Maryβs Rd
Winnipeg, MB R2M 3L3
Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich
Presented by Scott Malcolmson
Thai-marinated, tempura battered fried chicken thigh tossed in a sweet orange sauce, with green papaya salad, cashews, aioli, jalapeΓ±o and Thai basil.
75 Forks Market Rd
Winnipeg, MB R3C 4Y3
Phone: 204-944-2445
Apple of My Thigh
Presented by Chef Quin Cook
Honey butter glazed chicken thigh topped with a spicy green apple slaw and tarragon aioli on a brioche bun served with fries or garden salad.
LOCAL Public Eatery
274 Garry St
Winnipeg, MB R3C 1H3
Presented by Chef Adam Dary
LOCAL Hot Chicken Sandwich
Nashville-style spicy fried chicken, lettuce, pickles & mayonnaise between a soft Brioche bun & served with fries
P.F. Changβs Winnipeg
865 St. James Street
Winnipeg, MB R3G 3J7
Presented by Jason Chapman
Crispy Korean Chicken Sandwich: This quality chicken sandwich has a crispy outside with a juicy tender center. The Gochujang Mayo and Korean Slaw are what give this classic dish our signature style and flavour while the Korean slaw adds the perfect amount of crunch and texture.
First time participating in Fried Chicken Fest. Welcome!
Sandwiches Are Beautiful
531 St Marys Rd
Winnipeg, MB R2M 3L3
Presented by Chef Scott Malcolmson
Rancho Cucamonga: Buttermilk fried chicken, avocado ranch, cheddar cheese, smoked bacon, house pickles, beefsteak tomato, shredded iceberg, all on a toasted potato bun.
Crspybnch
806 Sargent Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0B8
Two exciting dishes as presented by Chef Rommel Regadio
Cheat Day Sandwich: Double deep-fried boneless marinated chicken thigh, tossed in a Nashville-inspired mild hot sauce, cool coleslaw, cheddar cheese, in-house sauce, sliced pickles, sandwiched between two pressed grilled cheese buns.
Juicy Side Chic’ N: Deep fried boneless chicken thigh marinated in buttermilk and spices, smeared with a creamy egg salad spread, banana-mayo-ketchup sauce, thin sliced cucumbers and tomatoes in a warm baguette bun.
First time participant in Fried Chicken Fest. Welcome!
deer + almond
85 Princess Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 1K4
Presented by Chef Mandel Hitzer
Tribute to Don: Fried chicken on jalapeΓ±o & corn pancakes with maple chutney
Little Goat Food & Drink
2615 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3P 0J7
Presented by Chef Alex Svenne
Coq au Crispy: Dijon and tarragon marinated chicken with red wine braised mushrooms, shallots and bacon. Served on mashed potatoes with buttery basil peas.
Kyu Bochi
870 Logan Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3E1N8
Presented by Chef Calvin Truong
Hat Yai Thai Fried Chicken Box: Tender, juicy, crunchy, and succulent Hat Yai-Style marinated fried chicken. Hand-breaded, individually wok-fried for an extra flavourful crunch. Box meal (2nd picture) includes half a whole chicken chopped, marinated, and fried with hand-sliced fried shallots, Thai-style sticky rice, sweet spicy chicken sauce, cucumber slices, and papaya salad.
One Great City Brewing Co
Unit B-1596 Ness Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3J 3W6
Presented by Jon Burge
The Bird Waffle: Chili-seasoned fried chicken, spiced honey, cheddar chive waffle, white BBQ sauce, and pickled zucchini
Tommyβs Pizzeria
842 Corydon Ave
WinnipegMB R3Y0M4
Presented by Chef Rhitzz De Vera
Spicy Chicken Sandwich: We have decided to participate in #friedchickenfestwpg this year starting Saturday Jan 16th! Our entry features a thick fried chicken thigh marinated overnight with buttermilk & buffalo, breaded with flaming hot cheetos, topped with our home made sauce of mayo, sriracha, minced pickled cucumber, onion, and jalapeΓ±o and finished with our home made brioche bun with a rim of spicy honey and flaming hot cheetos! Now that’s a mouthfulΒ
St. James Burger & Chip Co.
1866 Ness Avenue
Winnipeg, MB
Presented by Chef Kevin Ramberran
Tropical Chicken Burger: Battered and fried chicken breast, spicy mayo, lettuce, bacon, tomato, mozzarella cheese, BBQ sauce, with a sweet & spicy coated grilled pineapple on top! All within a beautiful locally made brioche bun!
KYU Snack Box
260 Henderson Hwy.
Winnipeg, MB R2L 1M2
Phone (204) 306-8009
Presented by Chef: Felix Nguyen
**Kung Pow Chipotle Chicken Box
$15.00 Walnut-Breaded Chicken Thigh, tossed in our Kung POW sauce. Hit with Creamy Chipotle to bring the heat up another notch! Served on a bed of Jasmine Rice and Candied-Walnut Salad.
The Merchant Kitchen
314 Donald Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 2H3
Presented by Chef Brianna Vince
A Trip Down South: Fried boneless chicken thigh, TMK collard greens (contains pork), corn bread with peach butter, rice & beans, side of homemade buttermilk ranch and our habanero hot sauce. Pair with a can of Farmery Hard Iced Tea for an additional $5.
Nicolino’s Cucina Italiana
4-2077 Pembina Hwy.
Winnipeg, MB R3T 5J9
Presented by Chef Sonny Gerbrandt
Pollo Picante: A 6oz tender chicken breast in our light and crispy house seasoned breading on our famous fresh baked sesame seed garlic brioche bun, topped with crispy crumbled prosciutto, provolone cheese, pickled tomato, spinach and chefβs own spicy chile pesto aioli. Served with house-cut fries or tossed salad.
Four Crowns Restaurant
1030 McPhillips Street
Winnipeg, MB R2X 2K7
Presented by Chef Chris Brunette / Ravi Ramberran
Double Stacked Jerk Fried Chicken Burger: Double-stacked fried chicken patties with a spicy aioli, lettuce, tomato, topped with a few jalapeno slices, a very authentic house-made Caribbean jerk sauce, placed within a locally made brioche bun!
Yard Burger
242 Hargrave Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0M8
Presented by Chef Steve Toews
The Goober: Our buttermilk fried chicken thigh on a Martin’s potato bun, with peanut butter, blueberry and Serrano jam, pickled jalapenos, a fried egg, smoked Gouda, bacon and arugula.
Khao House
625 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3B 2G4
Presented by Chefs Aiden & Eejay
Fried chicken and ube waffles, pickled cucumbers and onions, chili-berry compote, honey rum glaze, coconut crumble, and whipped chicken liver mousse.
The Tallest Poppy
103 Sherbrook St
Winnipeg, MB R3C 2A3
Presented by Chef Talia Syrie
Its fried chicken with harissa hot sauce, mustard slaw, crispy fried onions, pickles and lemon garlic aoli on a brioche bun.
Underdogs
2609 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3J 0P6
Presented by Chef Alex Wong
PB Jellebuyck: Peanut Butter, Strawberry Jam, Mango Habanero Fried Chicken and House Pickles on a Brioche Bun
Shark Club
233 Hargrave St
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0P1
Presented by Chef Nik
Southern Fried Chicken Sandwhich
Crispy fried chicken, Bo SsΓ€m sauce, lettuce, pickles, onions, American cheddar, served with fries.
Cocoabeans Gluten-Free
774 Corydon Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R3M 0Y1
Phone: (204) 918-5313
Presented by Chef Betsy Hiebert
Kanada Fried Chicken Burger: Full chicken breast battered and deep fried served on a sourdough bun with special sauce, pickles, lettuce and roasted tomato.
*gluten-free
*dairy-free
KYU BISTRO
185 Isabel St.
Winnipeg, MB
Phone: (204) 504-8999
Presented by Chef Peter Truong
Spicy Peanut Chicken & Yaki Noodles
$15.00
Crispy Chicken tossed in Spicy Peanut Chicken Bites. Served over Stir-Fry Ramen Noodles. Topped with Furikake.
Kyu Grill
260 Henderson Hwy.
Winnipeg, MB R2L 1M2
Phone: (204) 615-8828
101B-1855 Pembina Hwy.
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2G6
Phone: (431) 668-3888
Email: kyugrill@gmail.com
Presented by Chef: Triet Nguyen
Cheddar Mac & Fried Chicken Hero$15.00
Heroshimas are back! Crispy, Crunchy Japanese Popcorn Chicken, served in our Signature Toasted Sweet Bun, topped with Bacon Mac & Cheese. Honey-BBQ drizzle.
Moxie’s Grill Bar Polo Park
Unit 234 – 1485 Portage Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3G 0W4
Moxie’s Kenaston
1620 Kenaston Blvd
Winnipeg, MB R3P 0Y4
Moxie’s Grill Bar Polo Park, presented by Chef Darrell Klassen
Mushroom Chicken Mushroom: A classic dish designed for Fried Chicken Fest. The Mushroom Chicken Mushroom is an in-house double hand-breaded breast of chicken. It is golden fried and topped with sautΓ©ed mushrooms and aged white cheddar, and served with hand-battered mushrooms. It comes with a bed of mashed potatoes and a side and gravy.
Moxie’s Kenaston, presented by Chef Jeff Laden
Crispy Chicken Parm Sandwich: A panko crusted chicken breast with melted Asiago and white cheddar. Served on a toasted sesame brioche bun with a housemade roasted pepper and Italian tomato sauce, topped with fresh tomato and arugula.
The Block & Blade
1100-50 Sage Creek Boulevard
Winnipeg, MB R3X0C2
Presented by Chef Noel Sorianno
Twice Fried Mother Clucker: Crispy buttermilk chicken topped with cheese, lettuce, red Thai curry sauce, pickled jalapeΓ±os, and red onions on a brioche bun, panko crusted and deep fried. Served with a deep fried pickle.
Rae’s Bistro
9 – 925 Headmaster Row
Winnipeg, MB R2G 4J4
Phone: (204) 229-0237
Presented by Chef John Stupar
An Oldie But A Goodie: 6 oz. buttermilk marinated and golden fried Manitoba chicken breast, topped with two strips of Rae’s signature thick cut smoked maple bacon, pickled red cabbage and creamy house made bacon ranch, all on a toasted pretzel bun with butter lettuce, tomato, red onion dill pickle and confit garlic. Served with your choice of side; skinny fries, soup or salad.
Little Bones Wings
123 Regent Avenue W
Winnipeg, MB R2C 1R1
Presented by Chef Gerald Baker
The Ragin’ Rooster! Brioche bun, garlic aioli on bottom, sliced thin fresh onion rings, shredded lettuce, breaded pickled jalapenos, chili pepper breaded chicken thigh, Not Yo Cheese drizzle, 3 cheese (torched to be melty, BACON x 2 slices tomato slices x 2 and more shredded lettuce to top with the bun. π
Roughage Eatery
126 Sherbrook St.
Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B4
Presented by Chef Jessie Hodel
La Bomba UnChicken Burger: UnChicken patty coated in a homemade La Bomba sauce and pan fried then layered between a Kaiser bun with cashew pepper cheddar, bacun, lettuce, tomato, red onion and soy mayo.
*VEGAN
FIRST-TIME FRIED CHICKEN FEST PARTICIPATING RESTAURANT
Charlee’s Restaurant & Lounge
Units 4-6, 185 Stadacona Street
Winnipeg, MB R2L1R2
Presented by Chef Charlie Villapando
Fried Chicken Fried Rice: Deboned and marinated leg meat, dredged and deep fried until crispy golden brown atop a Chinese-inspired chicken and salted fish Filipino-style sinangag (garlic fried rice). Our creation consists of coarse chopped garlic sauteΜed & fried with rice, eggs, green peas, shredded lettuce, a little bit of diced chicken breast, salted fish and fish sauce. everything is then finished with a fresh garlic emulsified butter sauce & served with a thick cut lemon wedge!
FIRST TIME PARTICIPATING RESTAURANT
The Wood Tavern
112 Marion Street
Winnipeg, MB R2H 0T1
Presented by Chef Kirk Hanson
Spicy Jerk Fried Chicken Burger: Spicy, jerk-seasoned deep-fried boneless chicken thigh. Mango chutney, ginger lime slaw on a brioche bun.
The Wood Tavern is a first-time participant in Fried Chicken Fest. Welcome!
Junction 59 Roadhouse
1615 Regent Ave West
Winnipeg, MB R2C 1C6
Presented by Chef Ryan Glays
Lone Star Chicken Sandwich: Our famous fried chicken crossed with our famous Lonestar Salad! Chili Lime BBQ, with Crispy Tortilla Strips, corn, beans, pico and cheddar.
Junction 59 Roadhouse is a first-time participant in Fried Chicken Fest this year. Welcome!
Fionn’s Grant Park
1180 Grant Ave
Winnipeg, MB R3M 2A6
Fionn’s Regent
1582 Regent Ave.
Winnipeg, MB R2C 3B4
Fionn’s Regent as presented by Chef Ryan Koebel
Fionn’s Double Decker Fried Chicken Sandwich: Two layers of buttermilk-soaked and battered chicken thighs tossed in our signature buffalo sauce, pickles, 2 layers of double smoked bacon, provolone cheese, lettuce, and mayo held together (barely) in between a brioche bun.
Fionn’s Grant Park as presented by Chef Ryan Koebel
Ma’s Crispy Chicken: Two chicken pieces (one breast, one thigh), breaded, fried, and seasoned to order using our signature “Ma’s” breading. Plated on top of a pile of our buttermilk mashed potatoes, creamed corn, and coleslaw with a made in-pub honey mustard dressing. Topped with chives.
Velvet Glove Restaurant at Fairmont Winnipeg
2 Lombard Place
Winnipeg, MB R3B0Y3
Presented by Chef Richard Duncan
Southern Comfort $15, exclusive of taxes
Brined & Buttermilk Bathed Fried Chicken Thighβs
Buffalo Hot Sauce Bacon Ranch, Elmanβs Pickle
Gribiche Aioli, Pain Au Lait Gunns Bunn
Side Hustle $5 each, exclusive of taxes
Natures Pasta Mac n Cheese Bake
Truffle Jack Mornay
Baby Creamer Potato Salad
Dijonaise Dressing
Garden Green Salad
Served with Balsamic Dressing & Crisp CruditΓ©
Regular Fries or Sweet Potato
Served with Chipotle Aioli
SMITH
75 Forks Market Road
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0A2
Presented by Chef Quin Cook
The Seoul Nine Yard: Spicy fried chicken sandwich featuring gochujang mayo, kimchi, sweet pickled cucumber and shaved iceberg lettuce on a sesame kaiser roll.
SMITH Restaurant is a first-time participant in Fried Chicken Fest this year. Welcome!
Brazen Hall Kitchen & Brewery
800 Pembina Highway
Winnipeg, MB R3M 2M7
Presented by Chef Jose Noboa
The Ting: A Jamaican-inspired Caribbean chicken burger. Manitoba chicken breast marinated in Jamaican Jerk and tropical seasonings, breaded, and fried to perfection, mon. Seated on a bed of juicy mango collard slaw, topped with coconut rum aioli on a toasted soft bun. IRIE!
*2nd place Fried Chicken Fest 2020
*2nd place Fried Chicken Fest 2019
Capital Grill Broadway
100 – 275 Broadway St.
Winnipeg, MB R3C4M6
Capital Grill Roblin
3116 Roblin Blvd
Winnipeg, MB R3R 0C1
Presented by Chef Wayne Martin
If it ainβt broke… Buttermilk fried chicken with Bothwell smoked cheddar, smashed avocado, bacon and onion jam, honey hot sauce on a housemade bun.
*2020 WINNER of Fried Chicken Fest
Magic Bird Fried Chicken
61 Sherbrook St.
Winnipeg, MB R3C 2B2
Presented by Chef Mike O’Connell
The Tropical Depression: Ginger-glazed fried chicken breast on Oh Doughnuts pineapple dip doughnut with fresh cilantro and pineapple ring
*2019 Winner of Fried Chicken Fest
Promenade Cafe and Wine
130 Provencher Blvd
Winnipeg, MB R2N4L8
Chef Kevin Chen is presenting two entries this year.
What the Schnitzel
Manitoba chicken schnitzel on La Belle Baguette sesame seed potato bun, Smak Dab mustard, horseradish saskatoon Notre Dame creamery butter, Loveday mushrooms and sauce Bearnaise. Served with French fries.
Chicken Confit Taquito: Prepared with Confit Grannyβs Chicken, Cajun Inspired Spices & Herbs, and Bothwell smoked gouda.Served with a Blue Cheese Remoulade and a Maple Dijon mustard for dipping.
Need we go on? π
625 Portage Avenue
3rd Place π₯ Fried Chicken Fest 2019
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Presented by Chef Randy
Frankieβs Fried Chicken with miso congee, woodear, egg, Parmesan, and chili oil
4-2077 Pembina Hwy
Presented by Chef Megan Davis
Butter me up Darlin’: Delicately breaded buttermilk fried chicken breast with house made basil pesto aioli, spinach and buffalo mozzarella on our freshly baked bun served with house cut fries or salad.
9-925 Headmaster Row
Presented by Chef Lorne Giesbrecht
FIRST TIME ENTRY
A Hen So Nice Weβve Cooked It Twice
A whopping 1kg Cornish game hen rubbed in a medley of Moroccan spices and sous vide to perfection, then hand-breaded to order, fried until golden crisp in beef tallow and topped with jalapeno-cilantro mint yogurt sauce, served with a savoury white wine couscous, wilted Swiss chard and fresh sweet corn vegetable salad with mango citrus vinaigrette.
The Forks
Presented by Chef Calvin Truong
Feast your eyes on a mouth-watering, tongue-tingling, eye-burning sensational, flavour-packed marriage of Korean spice and juicy Nashville Hot chicken breast, served on thick-cut toast, topped with tangy pickles, kimchi slaw and a side of creamy potato salad, this juicy little flavour punch will leave you wanting more!
1866 Ness Avenue
Presented by Chef Sanjay Sewpaul
Rods Monster BBQ Burger & Chips: Chicken, Angus Beef & Bacon all in one! Dedicated to the St. James Rods Football Club. The Monster Rods Burger has a battered chicken patty, an Angus beef patty, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo and BBQ! Served with our famous Cinna-Salt Chips!
800 Pembina Hwy
Presented by Chef Kristjan Kristjansson
RUNNER UP 2019 π₯
La Burguesa Ebria. The noble drunk chicken burger serving up Brazen hall beers….this krispy chicken burger is built on the famous toasted Brazen bun then dressed with soured chimichurri beer cream, fresh field greens, beer-pickled red onion, two krispy pieces of chicken breast brined in our spicy chilli infused beer bath and then covered in our sweet Gokstad IPA glaze. Un lujo de pocos!
741 St. Mary’s Road
Presented by Chef Tony
FIRST TIME ENTRY
Chicken noodle bowl
Fried chicken on Korean-style spicy noodles in a bowl
61 Sherbrook Street
Presented by Chef Mike O’Connell
REIGNING CHAMPION π
The Magic Taco
Fried chicken taco shell filled with chicken barbacoa, topped with avocado crema, pickled onions, cilantro, and salsa.
314 Donald Street
Presented by Chef Jesse Friesen
The Korean Fried Cuban: Signature fried chicken, ham, swiss cheese, dill pickles, pickled red onion, serrano chili aioli on a sesame bun.
Presented by Chef Alex Goertzen of Little Bones Wings located 123 Regent Avenue W.
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Presented by Chef Norm Pastorin at The Cornerstone in the heart of Osborne Village at 93 Osborne Street.
Description:
KFC Banh Mi
killer fried chicken, pickled veg, cilantro, Sriracha & mayo
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Presented by Chef Alex Svenne at Little Goat Food & Drinks which just opened in the St. James area at 2615 Portage Avenue.
Description: French Fried Chicken
Dijon and buttermilk marinated fried chicken, pommes aligot, green beans with almond, and red wine gastrique.
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Presented by Chef Alex Wong of Underdogs fame. Their motto is Food, Booze, Rally, and their food lives up to this. Located at 2609 Portage Avenue it’s been a great addition to the neighbourhood.
Description:
The Dirty Bird is a Louisiana-style buttermilk fried chicken (thigh), homemade creamed corn, served with home-baked sweet sweet jalapeno cornbread.
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Presented by Chef Matty Neufeld of Pineridge Hollow in Oakbank, Manitoba.
Description:
The Chicken and the Leg showcases pork fat-fried Manitoba chicken, marinated in siracha and buttermilk, drizzled with chipotle mayo, chili dill honey, served on French toast brioche, and pickled shallots and lemon apple cucumbers, topped with a sunny side egg and dill sprinkle
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Presented by Chef Kristjan Kristjansson at Brazen Hall Kitchen & Brewery, Fort Garry’s newest brew house addition, located at 800 Pembina Highway.
Description:
Nashville Hot Chicken
Fresh Manitoba Chicken coated in Steel cut Blonde Ale and buttermilk then tossed in our seasoning flour, fried and dredged in our house made Nashville hot sauce and served on top of our house made sourdough bread and covered in pickles…
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Presented by Inferno’s on Academy in the heart of River Heights at 414 Academy Road.
Description:
Moroccan Southern Fried Chicken Sammich features buttermilk and Moroccan spice-brined chicken thighs on a fresh ciabatta bun with harissa mayo, pickled red onions, artisan greens and tomato topped with an Elmanβs dill pickle spear.
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