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Dell Rhea's Chicken Basket

Dell Rhea's Chicken Basket

Fried Chicken Joint$$$$
Willowbrook
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    The experts at Food Network and Serious Eats recommend this place
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    J M.
    "On historic Route 66, Fried Chicken to die for, Wings are fantastic."(3 Tips)
    Chody Nicole V.
    "The lunch buffet is a great choice!"(5 Tips)
    ᴡ L.
    "Guy Fieri was right - they are great!"(2 Tips)
    Arm C.
    "Excellent jerk wings."(8 Tips)
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  • Jason R.heart icon on user image
    Jason RowleyJune 28, 2015
    Yes, the fried chicken is incredibly tasty, but I was also pleasantly surprised by their chicken wing appetizers. Not breaded, but still crispy and incredibly flavorful.
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    VinnieMay 20, 2019
    I had the chicken dumpling soup and it was amazing! I also had the chicken and waffles. The chicken was delicious and the waffles were out of this world! This was a great experience.
  • David A.heart icon on user image
    David AugustineApril 11, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Trivia here on Thursdays at 7. We totally thought it was at 8, so remember it is 7. Also the chicken is lightly breaded, and moist which is a great change from heavily breaded.
  • Edward A.heart icon on user image
    Edward A. 🐾 🇵🇷December 21, 2018
    On the famous Route 66, this is a hall of fame & Historic Society registrar. Named “Best Chicken in Chicago” and featured in Diners Drive-In’s and Dives! A must try!
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    JohnJanuary 24, 2020
    Been here 10+ times
    chicken tenders are fantastic, the honey bbq is very good too...but honestly darn near everything on the menu is good
  • J M.
    J MaggioApril 22, 2010
    Found well before Guy Fieri discovered! On historic Route 66, Fried Chicken to die for, Wings are fantastic. I recommend getting drunk in the bar on your birthday! It's become a tradition...
  • Food Network
    Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014
    Cheese lovers should note: Dell Rhea's macaroni and cheese, baked with a "Colorado River of Cheese Sauce," is a creamy and addictive side. Read more
  • John C.heart icon on user image
    John CarusoSeptember 16, 2016
    It's not a fancy place. It's not a trendy place. It's not fusion or fashion. It's just some damn good fried chicken. And I mean REALLY good.
  • David A.heart icon on user image
    David AugustineSeptember 26, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Thursday night they have 2 tacos for $3. They make it with their chicken and it is delicious. Also there is trivia which is a must do here.
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsMay 21, 2013
    The exterior of the chicken is unusual in that it's more like a breading rather than a crunchy crust, so you'll likely end up with pieces slipping off, but it really does taste like home cooking.
  • Maria G.
    Maria G.November 26, 2013
    The fried chicken is handcrafted: moist and not greasy. The lunch buffet is am excellent bargain. And there is a full-service bar w/craft beers.
  • John S.
    John StobFebruary 10, 2014
    Everybody like what they had. I had the chicken pot pie and it was really good. Figure on splitting everything because the portions are so large.
  • Maria G.
    Maria G.December 7, 2013
    Wear stretchy pants if you hit the weekday buffet AND love fried chicken. It contains everything on the chicken dinner plate and then some.
  • Jen R.heart icon on user image
    Jen RocheNovember 9, 2015
    You've never had fried chicken this good. Get the Mac n cheese, green beans and mashed potatoes.
  • Jack R.heart icon on user image
    Jack RoznerMarch 16, 2018
    Chicken is great in a retro atmosphere. Sautéed chicken livers are exceptional.
  • Chody Nicole V.heart icon on user image
    The lunch buffet is a great choice! The chicken wasn't too special in my opinion but the wings are amazing🔥
  • Gregg V.
    Gregg VossJuly 27, 2013
    I had the Chicken Cordon Bleu sandwich with fries and it was faaaaantadtic.
  • Catt J.
    Catt JayneJune 2, 2014
    Best fried chicken I have ever had!!
  • Lis S.
    Lis SuchardaSeptember 6, 2013
    Quite yummy! Chicken rules but burger that is half beef half bacon is awesome
  • Marc M.
    Marc MuellerNovember 6, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    The corn fritters are light, they have RC on fountain, and the Route 66 craft sodas are awesome. The chicken is great too.
  • Shannon J.heart icon on user image
    Shannon JeropkeJune 14, 2022
    The buffalo chicken sandwich was delicious!
  • TV Food Maps
    TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014
    Check out Dell Rhea's Chicken as seen on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives Read more
  • Kimberlee P.
    Kimberlee PattonFebruary 18, 2012
    If you go on a date, don't let them seat you in the tap room. Lots of tvs & crappy music! Fireplace in the dining room.
  • Dan B.
    Dan BurgessOctober 7, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Live Team Trivia is on Thursdays at 7pm. Prizes for the top three teams!
  • Amy L.
    Amy LandmanJuly 7, 2013
    Awesome fried chicken and hush puppies. Was in diners, drive ins and dives!
  • Steve T.heart icon on user image
    Steve TringlSeptember 26, 2015
    It has good food in a retro environment.
  • peter g.
    peter griffJuly 5, 2012
    I reccomend avoiding the lunch buffet...it takes a little longer to restock during peak lunchtime.
  • Phyllis C.heart icon on user image
    Phyllis CorradoJune 16, 2018
    Everything chicken is good!
  • Mike C.
    Mike CFebruary 17, 2013
    The Blue Rooster Lounge is the shizznit
  • Nicole P.
    Nicole ParejkoFebruary 2, 2012
    All you can eat Fried Chicken Tuesday! And there wings are AWESOME!
  • Spencer B.heart icon on user image
    Spencer BrownellOctober 19, 2014
    Good chicken, but I was hoping for a batter with more flavor and crunch.
  • Alex D.
    Alex DeversMay 26, 2013
    The Chef Patrick's wings are where it's at
  • Mark C.
    Mark CochraneApril 22, 2012
    Try the gizzards....they're ridiculously tasty. Do not be scared of the gizzard.
  • Maria P.
    Maria PulidoAugust 10, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Awesome chicken..so moist.
  • Oliver S.heart icon on user image
    Oliver SJMarch 14, 2015
    The fried chicken, of course!
  • Dan H.heart icon on user image
    Dan HannaNovember 23, 2018
    The chicken, obviously.
  • ᴡ L.
    ᴡ LampertMarch 14, 2011
    Have the Buffalo Wings. Guy Fieri was right - they are great!
  • DeDe H.
    DeDe HernandezJuly 31, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Chicken was great hush puppies 2!
  • Kris O.
    Lunch buffet was great!
  • Arm C.
    Arm CandyJune 5, 2011
    Saw it on DDD. Excellent jerk wings. Very good fried chicken.
  • Brian B.
    Brian BeattyFebruary 17, 2013
    Get the chicken fried chicken.
  • markeitta
    markeittaJuly 16, 2013
    The food is great
  • Justin M.
    Justin MelcarekApril 25, 2013
    Amazing chicken on rt 66!
  • R Seiji S.
    R Seiji ShinsakoMay 25, 2011
    Their famous chicken takes 30 min to prepare. Be prepares if you have young ones.
  • Adam G.heart icon on user image
    Adam GancarczykNovember 9, 2015
    Th Luch Buffet
  • Michael F.heart icon on user image
    Michael FrancoMay 20, 2015
    Lunch Buffet!
  • Jeff Y.
    Jeff YorkOctober 27, 2013
    Great food!
  • Brian B.
    Brian BrownMay 15, 2013
    So much chicken 😁
  • J D.
    J DFebruary 6, 2014
    That's some righteous chicken
  • Gina C.
    Gina CiulloOctober 17, 2011
    ON ROUTE 66
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