Ladybird Fried Chicken Amsterdam — Restaurant in Amsterdam

Underwhelming alas. Our server was a really lovely young man. It's a tiny place so I get keeping the menu to a minimum. BUT they have decided you can't have red wine. I wasn't impressed with the white wine list. The beer list consists of an IPA (yuk) Leffe (with chicken?) and Budweiser (filthy) but as I don't do sweet, sugary, drinks or spirits it was filthy bud. I ordered the most expensive menu item mainly because it was the only thing with mac and cheese Mac n cheese is separate and unpriced on the menu. Was not clear how to order it (or the price... Anyhoo Piece de resistance - comes with a glass of prosecco (it's OK), truffle mac n cheese and 'caviar' (I do not believe for a second any Russian would call it caviar - it was black roe) and some pink stuff it looked nice with the black roe, tastes OK but there wasn't enough of either to do other than note (niet vies) it was OK. I struggled (joke) with the fact the chicken is de boned. As far as I'm concerned the joy of dark chicken meat is getting messy with the bones. The roasted brussell sprouts were fab we ordered a second portion cos the portions are just sufficient (or not quite) for one all the sides are 5E I don't know if the two small pieces of cornbread served with my order were the standard size but it was basically cake (to go with chicken - very U.Sainian I guess unlike the portions which are just reasonable. If you had one of the I presume very sweet desserts you should be full.) and the two squares were really small. I know they look generous in the photo but it's the angle The mac & cheese was more creamy than cheesy and most of the truffle flavour was on the lid of the gorgeous little iron pot it was served in.

When they brought our meal they put my mac n cheese on my companions plate - didn't say anything. My companion got really upset because it's hard to have something served to you then get told that is not yours, they didn't believe me and insisted that the manager confirm that the dish was mine. She did but didn't apologise for their mistake and was really quite ungracious about it.

When we arrived we had wanted to sit upstairs but were told we couldn't because it 'wasn't open' less than 15 minutes later - it was open! So it's pretty steady. The local rozzers were there in force (about 5 of the) getting dinner so it's pretty popular too

The chicken is nice but the way it's served it could be frogs legs or snake - you really wouldn't know the difference. It's all about the coating which was crispy and unmemorable - I don't think KFC need worry I don't know if I...

Food was awesome, best halal fried chicken I had so far in Amsterdam. Simple and to the point menu, very nice fries. I would have given much lower rating but their great food prevents me.

Very quick service, however the place is very tight and that lead to some small challenges specially without the staff support.

Most of the staff were friendly and nice. We had a buggy with a baby but the guy managing seating was not helpful at all, we had to manage the buggy position and orientation ourselves to the table (although we expected he will be more experienced with this), otherwise he was already in "sorry it's not gonna work" mode and we would have had to leave eventually. The place also has only 1 baby chair given the structure of course, and only 1 table feasible for having the baby in the buggy next to you. Consequently, much longer waiting time to get this table.

I highly recommend the place, but with a buggy? I might give it another thought. I hope they consider expanding with a place with more space.

Update: there is no reply on a reply in G.Maps unfortunately so I'm editing. Thanks a lot for the reply and consideration, glad you liked my profile haha. More explanation, we had 2 buggies and we folded the 1st one it was totally fine, but for the 2nd baby it wasn't possible to get him out so we had to wait for the only feasible table, which is also fine. But the attitude we got after 1.5 hrs of waiting was really the issue, the guy was saying "I don't think it's gonna work", implying we had no options but leaving! I'm coming back again no doubt, I got addicted to your chickens, but I'll target weekdays to avoid...

For those in Amsterdam seeking a satisfying experience with fried chicken, Ladybird Fried Chicken presents itself as a noteworthy option. This establishment offers a variety of fried chicken-related dishes, providing choices beyond just the standard pieces.

During my visit, I opted to try their fried chicken burger. The construction of the burger was well-executed, featuring a good quality burger bun that held up well. The fried chicken itself was a highlight; it achieved that desirable balance of being wonderfully crisp on the outside while remaining moist and tender within. The texture of the chicken was pleasant, avoiding any dryness, and the natural juices were retained, contributing to a good mouthfeel. The inclusion of coleslaw added a fresh, crunchy element, and the sauce used provided a tasty complement to the chicken, bringing all the components together effectively to create a delicious burger.

Beyond the burger, the menu indicates the availability of various other fried chicken options. Based on the quality of the chicken in the burger, it would be reasonable to assume that these other dishes are also worth exploring for those with a broader interest in fried chicken preparations.

The location of Ladybird Fried Chicken is also quite convenient. It is situated in proximity to the Albert Cuyp Market, a popular destination in Amsterdam. This makes it an excellent option for combining activities; one could enjoy exploring the vibrant market and then easily head to Ladybird Fried Chicken for a satisfying...