I was in the Penn Station area today and had a craving for fried chicken. Initially, I was thinking about going to a certain Filipino fried chicken chain, but after checking the ratings, Pollo Camino came out on top. They’ve recently opened a new branch near Penn Station, but I ended up visiting their 8th Ave location instead — a small, single-storefront shop with a simple interior.
I ordered the fried chicken set for $9.99, which came with two pieces of chicken, a piece of bread, one side, and a drink for an extra $1. • Drink: I went with their Horchata, made with peanuts and vanilla ,milk, without the cinnamon and rice I’m used to. It had a nice aroma, refreshing, and a bit different — in a good way. • Side: I chose yuca fries, served in large sticks. The inside was dense than potato, with a lightly crisp exterior. Personally, I wasn’t a fan — I’d say skip this and go for another side. • Fried Chicken: Lightly battered with a noticeable blend of spices and herbs. The meat was tender, while the skin wasn’t the super-crispy kind you’d get from those well-known Louisiana or Kentucky-style chains. Flavor was solid, but here’s an important tip — just like with many fried chicken places, don’t let it sit too long. Once it cools, the saltiness becomes much more pronounced.
Service gets a full 5 stars in the fast-food category — no self-service pick-up here, they bring your food right to the table.
Overall, Pollo Camino is worth trying if you’re around Penn Station. The price is fair, the chicken is flavorful, but choose your side wisely and eat it while it’s hot. Next time I’ll try a competitor for comparison, but for now, my top spot still belongs to Louisiana chain.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Emiliano Zamora
Food tastes ok. Horchata has to much cinnamon.great service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Fries, Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Ruth
All the costumer service was nice and the food 😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robert
Average simple chicken , nothing special. Served on plates 👌
Great food, excellent chicken, quick service!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My favorite place very delicious chicken and lots of good things here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent service fast and very clean place. The fried chicken is delicious along with the French fries!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful customer service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A bit greasy. I compare to a low rating given in long island. Prefer the one by central park.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Excellent food and service! Highly recommended
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
That was a great place with delicious food. Chicken is the best!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best fried chicken and plantains combo. Clean inside and customers service was excellent!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Their salads are full of fresh ingredients.
Great service and good food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I was in the Penn Station area today and had a craving for fried chicken. Initially, I was thinking about going to a certain Filipino fried chicken chain, but after checking the ratings, Pollo Camino came out on top. They’ve recently opened a new branch near Penn Station, but I ended up visiting their 8th Ave location instead — a small, single-storefront shop with a simple interior.
I ordered the fried chicken set for $9.99, which came with two pieces of chicken, a piece of bread, one side, and a drink for an extra $1.
• Drink: I went with their Horchata, made with peanuts and vanilla ,milk, without the cinnamon and rice I’m used to. It had a nice aroma, refreshing, and a bit different — in a good way.
• Side: I chose yuca fries, served in large sticks. The inside was dense than potato, with a lightly crisp exterior. Personally, I wasn’t a fan — I’d say skip this and go for another side.
• Fried Chicken: Lightly battered with a noticeable blend of spices and herbs. The meat was tender, while the skin wasn’t the super-crispy kind you’d get from those well-known Louisiana or Kentucky-style chains. Flavor was solid, but here’s an important tip — just like with many fried chicken places, don’t let it sit too long. Once it cools, the saltiness becomes much more pronounced.
Service gets a full 5 stars in the fast-food category — no self-service pick-up here, they bring your food right to the table.
Overall, Pollo Camino is worth trying if you’re around Penn Station. The price is fair, the chicken is flavorful, but choose your side wisely and eat it while it’s hot. Next time I’ll try a competitor for comparison, but for now, my top spot still belongs to Louisiana chain.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Food tastes ok. Horchata has to much cinnamon.great service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Fries, Spicy Chicken Sandwich
All the costumer service was nice and the food 😋
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Average simple chicken , nothing special. Served on plates 👌
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Best chicken to be honest
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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