We Found the Best Rotisserie Chickens in New York

Illustration: Clay Hickson

While some of us continue to mourn the loss of fowl-centering fine-dining destinations like Le Coq Rico or Rotisserie Georgette, the truth is restaurants have never been the rightful place for rotisserie chickens. They’re meant to be picked up and eaten at home, shared on a picnic blanket, sliced up for a sandwich, or used as the base for an “easy,” “no-fuss,” “ready in 30 minutes” dinner. Their strengths are convenience and consistency — but what about quality?