Chicken George

You'll find yourself queuing down the side of The Maltings with half of St Albans on a Friday night, which should tell you something. Chicken George isn't trying to be fancy—it's just exceptionally good at what it does. The chicken arrives crackling, properly seasoned, and finished with enough finesse that it doesn't feel like fast food, even though you're eating with your hands. The location works brilliantly too; it's right in the heart of the shopping district, making it the perfect casual meal before heading into town or grabbing something to take back to yours.