Charlie’s Chicken
Made-to-order homemade fried chicken pop-up, open weekends only in a stripped-back takeaway space.
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Weekend-only fried chicken operation in Water Orton with homemade batches and a signature secret sauce, open Friday and Saturday only.
Charlie’s Chicken is a weekend fried chicken operation operating out of a small takeaway unit at 3 Station Buildings in Water Orton. The venue specializes in homemade fried chicken prepared to order, with a focus on quality ingredients and the secret sauce that sets them apart. Operating on a limited Friday and Saturday schedule, this is casual, no-frills takeaway fare-no seating, no table service, just freshly made chicken done properly. The space reflects the pop-up nature of the operation, but reviews consistently praise the quality of the chicken itself.
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Read all 5Been visiting Charlie’s since day one. The food, the staff, the shop, it all combines into a 10/10 experience. Super friendly, helpful staff, always looking after their customers. The food is UNREAL. The best fried chicken in the country hands down. And the sauce, THE SAUCE!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥 10/10 would recommend to absolutely anyone!
The best fried chicken I’ve ever had, and it never disappoints. It’s always worth the half-hour drive for the Big Box Meal. The chicken is perfectly crispy, packed with flavour, and cooked to perfection every time. The waffle fries are seasoned just right, and that sauce is absolutely unreal. I’d happily keep a bottle of it in my fridge! The portions are generous, the quality is consistently excellent, always piping hot, and the staff are always friendly. If you’re a chicken lover, this place is an absolute must-visit.
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0When is Charlie's Chicken open?+
Charlie's Chicken is open Fridays and Saturdays only, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. It does not operate during the week, so plan your visit accordingly.
Is there seating inside, or is it takeaway only?+
Charlie's Chicken is a takeaway-only operation, there is no seating or table service. Orders are placed at the counter and food is taken away.
How much should I expect to spend?+
Most people spend between £8 and £15 per person, making it an affordable casual eat. Pricing reflects the pop-up, no-frills nature of the spot.
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Good to know
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- WednesdayClosed
- ThursdayClosed
- Friday6pm to 9pm
- Saturday6pm to 9pm
- SundayClosed
Features
- Counter Order
- Takeaway Available

Reviews
5 on GoogleBeen visiting Charlie’s since day one. The food, the staff, the shop, it all combines into a 10/10 experience. Super friendly, helpful staff, always looking after their customers. The food is UNREAL. The best fried chicken in the country hands down. And the sauce, THE SAUCE!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥 10/10 would recommend to absolutely anyone!
The best fried chicken I’ve ever had, and it never disappoints. It’s always worth the half-hour drive for the Big Box Meal. The chicken is perfectly crispy, packed with flavour, and cooked to perfection every time. The waffle fries are seasoned just right, and that sauce is absolutely unreal. I’d happily keep a bottle of it in my fridge! The portions are generous, the quality is consistently excellent, always piping hot, and the staff are always friendly. If you’re a chicken lover, this place is an absolute must-visit.
Genuinely the best fried chicken strips I've ever had. Consistently tender with every bite, can tell they've got a focus on quality. Sauce was delicious. I was surprised by how much I liked the popcorn chicken and I'm not really a fan of waffle fries, but Charlie's has converted me. Quality customer service even when the place was really busy. I was concerned that it wouldn't deliver on the standards I heard the owner mention in a YouTube vid, but I'm happy it did.
Went Charlie's a few months ago but they didn't have a Google page for the restaurant. I've come months later to leave a review because the food is that good. I've been awaiting my next visit there. The staff really cares about the quality of the food and the customers alot and it really shows when you dig in. Top recommendation from me.
Charlie’s chicken never disappoints, fresh food every time without fail. Best chicken in the UK and the sauce is 10/10. The staff add to the experience and is ran by the most down to earth family of brothers. Couldn’t recommend this place enough!!!!
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6When is Charlie's Chicken open?+
Charlie's Chicken is open Fridays and Saturdays only, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. It does not operate during the week, so plan your visit accordingly.
Is there seating inside, or is it takeaway only?+
Charlie's Chicken is a takeaway-only operation, there is no seating or table service. Orders are placed at the counter and food is taken away.
How much should I expect to spend?+
Most people spend between £8 and £15 per person, making it an affordable casual eat. Pricing reflects the pop-up, no-frills nature of the spot.
Do I need to book in advance, or can I just turn up?+
No booking is required, Charlie's Chicken operates as a walk-in counter-order takeaway. Because it's weekend-only and has built a strong local following, arriving early in the evening is wise to avoid a wait.
How busy does it get, and what's the best time to go?+
As a popular weekend-only spot with a growing social media following, it can get busy, especially on Saturdays. Arriving closer to opening at 6:00 pm is your best bet to beat the queues.
How do I get there, and is there parking nearby?+
Charlie's Chicken is located at 3 Station Buildings on Birmingham Road in Water Orton, B46 1SR, conveniently close to Water Orton train station.


