TLDR
Innovative, food-inspired cocktails meet world-class fried chicken in a coveted, dual-space Lower East Side hot spot. Famous for its boundary-pushing mixology and persistent lines.
Reddit Sentiment for DOUBLE CHICKEN PLEASE(based on 56 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.
Double Chicken Please is prominently featured for its fried chicken, with the suggestion that it's a must-try item that will surely impress.
Details
Renowned for its creative mixology, this Lower East Side destination features an intimate, reservation-required back room known as The Coop, alongside a casual walk-in front area [1]. Guests can pair innovative, food-inspired cocktails like the Cold Pizza or Japanese Cold Noodle with a well-regarded fried chicken sandwich [1], [2]. While highly acclaimed globally, the establishment is frequently noted for its extreme exclusivity and the challenge of securing a table [2].
Food Overview
The menu focuses on elevated bar fare, headlined by a popular fried chicken sandwich [1], [2]. While items like the chicken liver mousse and popcorn chicken receive praise [3], others have described the sandwich as occasionally soggy or flavorless, leading to a polarized reputation as 'influencer bait' among some patrons [3].
Highlights / Recommended
"Must-orders include the fried chicken sandwich, as well as signature, unconventional cocktails like the Japanese Cold Noodle, Cold Pizza, and Red Eye Gravy [2]."
Mentioned Dishes:
- •chicken sandwich(11)This sandwich is highlighted as being particularly awesome and a 10/10, standing...
- •cold pizza(7)A highly recommended cocktail at The Coop at DCP, noted for its unique and impre...
- •key lime pie(7)Mentioned as a creative drink alongside others, it was a standout dish at Double...
- •japanese cold noodle(6)Recommended and described as looking amazing, it's mentioned as a creative drink...
- •mango sticky rice(6)This dish disappointed one author, though it was mentioned as an all-time favori...
- •popcorn chicken(5)Praised as surprisingly good, with one reviewer noting that ordering more helped...
- •custard bun(5)This custard bun was a standout dish that grew on the diner and was enjoyed by t...
- •french toast(4)
- •red eye gravy(3)
- •cocktails(3)
- •premades in the front (free range)(2)
Caveats
Reservations are notoriously difficult to secure, often disappearing instantly, and the establishment relies heavily on walk-ins for which guests often need to arrive hours before opening [2].
Reddit Opinions & Reviews
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From 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."
PositiveFrom post: Choice Between Sip Guzzle Sip The Coop At Dcp And
"This user significantly preferred The Coop at DCP over Sip & Guzzle, highlighting its inventive and unique drinks."
PositiveFrom post: Heading To Nyc And Dont Want To Leave With Regrets
"Double Chicken Please is mentioned as a highly anticipated restaurant with attainable reservations."
PositiveFrom post: Trip Review Jungsik Cote Una Pizza Napoletana And
"This user found Double Chicken Please underwhelming, suggesting it's more about the hype and exclusivity than the quality. They feel the creativity and flavor of the drinks don't measure up to other bars in the neighborhood and that the food/drink can feel like an afterthought when the focus is on generating hype."
NegativeFrom post: Trip Review Jungsik Cote Una Pizza Napoletana And
"The user confirms that Double Chicken Please (specifically The Coop) is easy to walk into but hard to reserve, having visited multiple times. They live nearby and focus their visits on The Coop."
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