Pattersons

Walk into Pattersons and you'll clock straightaway it's not trying to be anything other than what it is: a no-nonsense chicken spot that takes its craft seriously. The sort of place where the queue at lunchtime tells you everything you need to know. You're ordering crispy fried chicken that's been done right—golden, properly seasoned, with enough crunch to it that you'll hear it before you taste it. The sides aren't an afterthought either; these are the kind of chips and slaw that make you forget about everywhere else on Gradwell Street. It's casual as they come, the vibe is buzzy without being chaotic, and it won't break the bank either. This is what happens when someone decides to do one thing excellently.