Goldbird Hot Chicken

Simon Kony – the man behind Short Order Burger Co – knows a thing or two about deliciousness between bread. Goldbird Hot Chicken is his first venture into the world of standout fried chicken sandwiches.

By far, the most popular meal on the menu is a tender sandwich with coleslaw, cheese, pickles and ‘gold sauce’ served with fries and – just for good measure – an extra tender on the side. And a close second is the chicken skin tea sandwich, which offers soft white bread, shredded lettuce, kewpie-style mayo, vinegar powder and chicken skin brushed with Mike’s Hot Honey. One advantage of this meal is that diners can try two different spice levels with heat options ranging from no heat, mild, hot and extra hot.

Many of the menu items can be swapped out for V2 plant-based chicken – so no plant-based eaters need to miss out. For the kids (both big and small) its kid’s meal and popcorn chicken are the biggest hits. Kony tweaks the remainder of the menu from time to time, going so far as to change the precise amount of Carolina reaper in the different spice mixes. An ever-changing list of daily salads and desserts, and Gelato Bam Bam shakes finish the menu.