Pakistani Style Fried Chicken for 2 at Kabobeesh
Kabobeesh’s familiar long, single level design would lead you to believe it is a diner. But instead of waffles and milkshakes, you will find curry and lassis inside. Kabobeesh has a full menu of Pakistaki meat and vegetables in sandwich and platter form. I wasn’t sure what I was going to order when the rotating food slide show above the counter plastered a picture of a whole fried chicken. I remembered my previous experiences ripping in to an entire fried chicken at Wa-Gi-Wah, and decided to see how this bird compared.
While I was waiting for my chicken, a lovely little potato veggie ball held me over.
The lahori chargah is $12 on its own, the same as at Wah-Gi-Wah. But I got it as a meal; $17 with 2 cans of soda, 2 naans, chutney, and salad. What I have learned since the last time I ate Pakistani fried chicken and was confused about the lack of a crusty skin is that this type of chicken preparation is skinless. The meat itself is lightly deep fried, a delicious oxymoron. For under $10 a person, 2 people can have a nice, chickeny meal.
The chicken was pretty comparable to the one at Wah-Gi-Wah. Wah-Gi-Wah’s may be a little more moist. I think it comes down to what sort of ambiance you are looking for. Wah-Gi-Wah is a sit down situation, but I was less than thrilled with the service. Kabobeesh has you order at the counter, but the staff was so friendly and welcoming. I even got a free take away container of tasty curry for being a first time visitor.
THE + (What somebody who likes this place would say)
- A healthier, skinless fried chicken
THE – (What somebody who doesn’t like this place would say)
- What, where are the waffles?
- What, where is my chicken skin?
Kabobeesh, 4201 Chestnut St, 215 386-8081
Posted by Jamie at 12:04 pm, March 11th, 2013 under chicken, Pakistani, University City, West Philly.
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Ever been to Kebabish in Jackson Heights back in NY? The gola kebab at that place -wow.
I’m guessing they aren’t related (or at least haven’t talked since Karachi). This place looks significantly less likely to benefit from a Rand Paul filibuster.