TLDR
Globally acclaimed for inventive, food-inspired cocktails and crispy fried chicken sandwiches. A must-visit destination, though expect significant waits or difficulty securing reservations.
Reddit Sentiment for DOUBLE CHICKEN PLEASE(based on 54 Reddit opinions)
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This establishment is recommended as part of the GoCity New York Mini Guide for its unique cocktails and food.
Details
Renowned for its avant-garde cocktail program and elevated bar bites, this Lower East Side destination is divided into a walk-in friendly front room and a highly sought-after, reservation-only back space known as The Coop [1]. The establishment has gained global acclaim for its creative, food-inspired drinks and crispy fried chicken sandwiches [2]. Despite its popularity and consistent praise for craft, the intense demand often makes securing a table a significant challenge for visitors [3], [4].
Food Overview
The menu focuses on American comfort food with a sophisticated twist, most notably featuring crispy fried chicken sandwiches, chicken liver mousse, and popcorn chicken [4], [6]. While the Hot Honey Fried Chicken sandwich is frequently cited as a standout, opinions on the food are occasionally polarized, with some diners describing certain items as excellent while others find them underwhelming or soggy [4], [6].
Highlights / Recommended
"The Japanese Cold Noodle, Key Lime Pie cocktail, and Hot Honey Fried Chicken sandwich are frequently recommended by patrons [4], [6]."
Mentioned Dishes:
- •chicken sandwich(12)Reviews are mixed, with some describing it as incredible and a 10/10, while othe...
- •cold pizza(9)This is a creative cocktail, recommended by reviewers and considered a standout ...
- •key lime pie(8)This cocktail was a standout and is highly recommended.
- •mango sticky rice(6)This dish disappointed the author, though it's mentioned as an all-time favorite...
- •popcorn chicken(5)Described as surprisingly good and enjoyable, though some found it nothing speci...
- •custard bun(5)This dish was a standout and grew on the diner; the drink version was also enjoy...
- •japanese cold noodle(4)
- •french toast(4)
- •red eye gravy(3)
- •cocktails(3)
- •premades in the front (free range)(2)
Customer Sentiment
Sentiment is generally positive regarding the unique beverage program and atmosphere, though some patrons find the high level of hype can lead to inconsistent experiences with both food and exclusivity [4], [5]. While many consider it a bucket-list spot for drink enthusiasts, others argue the experience may not always live up to the intense demand [4].
Caveats
Reservations are extremely difficult to secure and often disappear instantly, making advanced planning or a willingness to wait in line essential [2], [4].
Reddit Opinions & Reviews
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From post: Help Me Create A Food Itinerary For The Ages
"It is described as a fun place for a drink, but suggests aiming for walk-in bar seating rather than a formal reservation as the food is not the priority."
NeutralFrom post: Help Me Create A Food Itinerary For The Ages
"The food and experience were largely underwhelming, though the key lime pie drink may be worth a visit."
NeutralFrom post: Help Me Create A Food Itinerary For The Ages
"This is categorized as an 'Instagram cocktail bar' that is only worth visiting once; it is not a place for extended hanging out."
NeutralFrom post: Looking For Recommendations For Cocktailfocused
"This bar is popular and may have long wait times, making it difficult to accommodate a large group of 6-8 people."
NeutralFrom post: Which Restaurants Recently Exceeded Your
"This user agrees with the negative assessment of Double Chicken Please's food, calling it mediocre 'influencer bait'."
NegativeFrom post: Which Restaurants Recently Exceeded Your
"This user found the chicken sandwich at Double Chicken Please to be terrible, soggy, and flavorless, considering it highway robbery despite decent cocktails."
NegativeFrom post: Which Restaurants Recently Exceeded Your
"This user agrees that the food at Double Chicken Please is delicious, mentioning the chicken liver mousse and popcorn chicken specifically."
PositiveFrom post: Which Restaurants Recently Exceeded Your
"The user praises the fried chicken sandwich at Double Chicken Please, noting it's awesome even though many people focus on the cocktails."
PositiveFrom post: 11 Days In New York Some Of The Things I Ate And
"This commenter suggests trying the 'Free Range' drinks, preferring them over those from 'The Coop'."
PositiveFrom post: 11 Days In New York Some Of The Things I Ate And
"The author found the custard bun drink enjoyable and also liked the cold noodle soup, cold pizza, and French toast, but was disappointed by the mango sticky rice."
PositiveFrom post: 11 Days In New York Some Of The Things I Ate And
"The author enjoyed their time at this bar, considering it worth visiting at least once, though not their absolute favorite."
PositiveFrom post: 11 Days In New York Some Of The Things I Ate And
"This commenter inquired about the difficulty of getting into the establishment, noting past challenges."
NeutralFrom post: Choice Between Sip Guzzle Sip The Coop At Dcp And
"This user states that The Coop at DCP is the clear choice over the other options mentioned."
PositiveFrom post: Choice Between Sip Guzzle Sip The Coop At Dcp And
"The back bar at DCP is considered to have some of the best cocktails the user has ever had, with specific recommendations for 'Cold Pizza' and 'Key Lime Pie'. The chicken sandwich is also highly praised."
PositiveFrom post: Choice Between Sip Guzzle Sip The Coop At Dcp And
"The Coop at DCP is a go-to spot for this user, with Japanese Cold Noodle and Mango Sticky Rice being all-time favorite cocktails."
PositiveFrom post: Choice Between Sip Guzzle Sip The Coop At Dcp And
"The Coop is highly recommended for its ambiance and the opportunity to interact with mixologists, fitting the user's preferences for sitting at the bar and discussing drinks."
PositiveFrom post: Choice Between Sip Guzzle Sip The Coop At Dcp And
"This user questions the appeal of The Coop's drink flavors, suggesting drinks like cold pizza or French toast might be too unusual for some, and recommends Attaboy as an alternative."
NegativeFrom post: Choice Between Sip Guzzle Sip The Coop At Dcp And
"The ambiance and drinks at The Coop at DCP are praised, with specific mention of Japanese Cold Noodle and Mango Sticky Rice cocktails as favorites. The chicken sandwich is also highlighted as incredible."
PositiveFrom post: Choice Between Sip Guzzle Sip The Coop At Dcp And
"The Coop is recommended for its ability to meet the criteria of interacting with mixologists and trying new flavor profiles."
PositiveFrom post: Choice Between Sip Guzzle Sip The Coop At Dcp And
"The cocktails at The Coop aligned most with this user's taste, being interesting in a way they enjoyed. They recommend choosing it over Sip & Guzzle."
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