Description Marlon's Chicken
Marlon's Chicken, located at 602 E 75th St, Chicago, IL 60619, United States, is a casual Chicago chicken spot centered on freshly cooked fried chicken, wings, hearty combos, and shareable family meals. The menu includes quarter- and half-chicken dinners, wing dinners, chicken tenders, shrimp, sandwiches, gizzards, and familiar sides such as fries, onion rings, okra, coleslaw, mushrooms, and cheese sticks. Customer favorites include the 4 Wings and Fries, 1/2 White Chicken Dinner, Wing and Gizzard Combo, and 21 Piece Shrimp Basket.
Most individual meals fall around $10-$15, while family-sized chicken orders offer stronger value for groups, including a 20 Piece Mix Family Meal listed at $32. The restaurant is especially known for chicken cooked to order, producing a crisp exterior and moist, hot center, with mild sauce and lemon pepper available for extra flavor. Vegetarian choices are limited mainly to sides such as okra, onion rings, mushrooms, fries, and coleslaw, while dedicated gluten-free options are not clearly advertised. The straightforward selection and family meals make Marlon's especially suitable for lunch, dinner, takeout, casual family dining, and group gatherings rather than breakfast.
Menu Highlights
4 Wings and Fries
Crispy fried wings paired with hot fries create a simple, satisfying combination. Mild sauce and lemon pepper make this one of the restaurant's recognizable customer favorites.
1/2 White Chicken Dinner
A generous white-meat chicken portion delivers a crisp coating around juicy, freshly cooked meat. At about $14, it is a substantial choice for a filling meal.
2 Piece Wing and Gizzard Combo
This $15 combination brings together fried wings and gizzards for contrasting textures and savory flavor. It stands out for diners wanting more variety than a standard chicken dinner.
21 Piece Shrimp Basket
A plentiful serving of fried shrimp offers a seafood alternative to the chicken-focused selections. Priced around $12 on the available menu, it provides especially approachable value.
Chicken Tenders
Golden fried chicken tenders offer tender meat beneath a crisp exterior, making them an easy, familiar option for younger diners and adults alike.
Chicken Sandwich
Chicken is paired with lettuce, tomato, and cheese and served with fries for a complete handheld meal. Its familiar combination makes it a convenient lunch or casual dinner choice.
Amenities
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Comfort food
- Table service
- Restroom
- Accepts reservations
- Cash-only
- Good for kids
- Free street parking
- Parking
FAQs
(1) What are the opening hours of Marlon's Chicken?
You can visit Marlon's Chicken during these hours: Monday - Wednesday (11:00 AM - 10:00 PM), Thursday - Saturday (11:00 AM - 11:00 PM), Sunday (11:00 AM - 09:00 PM), which usually covers both lunch and dinner time.
(2) Where is Marlon's Chicken located?
If you're looking to visit, head over to 602 E 75th St, Chicago, IL 60619, United States, where Marlon's Chicken is located.
(3) How can I contact or make a reservation at Marlon's Chicken?
To get in touch with Marlon's Chicken or reserve a table, you can call +1 773-891-1619.
(4) When is the best time to visit Marlon's Chicken?
You'll likely find a more relaxed atmosphere on Monday, Wednesday, while Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday bring in a steady but manageable crowd.
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Before I placed my order. I was told it would be a 25 minute wait. It was well worth the wait. This is some of the best chicken. I've ever had in Chicago. The breading was crispy and the chicken was moist. This was my first time going there I'll be back.
Hole in the wall...but the chicken was definitely worth the visit! Crunchy is an understatement! Fries...mehh; but oddly that little communion coleslaw went perfectly with the chicken! Street parking only. They do accept phone orders. No dining in. Cash only. Fairly priced and they do offer a lunch special. Customer service was very welcoming. I would definitely recommend it for a quick bite to eat!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the Best Chicken Spots in Chicago! I usually don’t expect much when I go to restaurants an hour before closing — most of the time, the staff has an attitude and the food isn’t fresh. But this place completely surprised me. The chicken was hot, fresh, and full of flavor — easily some of the best I’ve ever had in Chicago. The wings? Absolutely delicious. I highly recommend checking this spot out. They definitely earned my respect and a return visit!
Food is awesome!! Never had any issues. Service has alwayd been perfect..Worth the wait for fresh HOT food! They even walked my pan to my car! Neighborhood might be sketchy for some.
Do yourselves a favor if you think Harold's or any other chicken spot is the best hold off on that until you've had Marlon's. Most chicken places have chicken breasts that are the same size as the thighs, NOT here. I am a chicken bone cleaner, every bite was seasoned and fried to the gods. My wife had their coleslaw she says its the best she's ever had. I will be back. 25 dollars fed the family with leftovers remaining. The fries were even delicious I usually don't touch fries from chicken spots. This is the very best place if you're in the mood for some fried chicken. Im trying the whole menu.
Excellent I was a little worried because of how the place looked on the inside, but come to find out it was really good. Just a heads up call before coming otherwise you'll be there for a good 35 to 45 Minutes. Worth the wait.
Marlon's chicken is hands down Chicago's best chicken by far!! Honestly i can say when I order my chicken over the phone i knew they was going to say 30mins by the time I got there i paid for my food and less than 4-5 minutes i was in my vehicle killing them 6pc wings with mild sauce good job Marlon's Chicken
I tried this place today for first-time on food critics review and the chicken was fresh grease was fresh they cook to order this is best chicken ever hats off to owner other businesses need to learn what good food taste like when serving the community I found my number 1spot