On 1/28/2018 4:34 PM, dsi1 wrote:
> On Sunday, January 28, 2018 at 7:32:25 AM UTC-10, casa sobre ruedas wrote:
>>
>> That's a really great story, and there's always going to be a Chicken
>> Alice, or a Chicken Mary somewhere in this world:
>>
>> https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaura...rg_Kansas.html
>>
>> Now that's real basic American style fried chicken, but it doesn't
>> matter which end of the flavor spectrum you're at, when you get it
>> right, it's right.
>>
>> I probably have mentioned Pollo Campero a few times - which is fried
>> chicken done Guatemalan style:
>>
>> https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaura...las_Texas.html
>>
>> https://www.yelp.com/biz/pollo-campero-san-francisco
>>
>> "I love me some Guatemalan Fried Chicken! Not only is it better than
>> KFC, but the sides are a lot more exciting than mashed potatoes and
>> coleslaw (even though they have those too). Especially worthwhile now
>> that Popeye's is gone from the neighborhood.
>>
>> Chips & Salsa: Your food doesn't come out immediately, so the free chips
>> and salsa help whet your appetite. The chips are thick and likely made
>> in-house. The salsa is smoky with a little kick.
>>
>> Fried Chicken: Better than KFC, but not as good as Popeye's. The batter
>> is a bit thin, but there is still a bit of a crunch and very moist meat
>> underneath The spices are more distinct than mainstream fried chicken.
>>
>> Yuca Fries: Probably my favorite part of the meal, since I love me some
>> thick-cut crispy yuca. A nice spicy mayo dipping sauce too. Beats
>> fries (and most sides) hands down.
>>
>> Campero Beans: Tasted more like smoky chili than a simple bean side.
>> Could be a meal by itself when paired with the corn tortillas!
>>
>> Tamarindo: A refreshing mix of sweet and tart, served in a very generous
>> portion."
>>
>> If you get back stateside look these guys up, they have a store in Vegas
>> if you travel there again.
>>
>> http://us.campero.com/
>>
>> http://us.campero.com/locations?state=NV
>>
>> And their empanadas are KILLER!
>
> If a gal's first name is "chicken" you know it has to be pretty good. I'd stay away from Chicken Bob's though.

Lol, roger that!

> I'll get down to Pollo Campero restaurant the next time I get a chance. Their logo is kind of unappealing though. Chicken with musclebound arms are creepy.
>

Yeah, but the flavor and spices - wow.

Be sure and have the Yucca fries, those are so tasty.

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2576/...35a3ebee_z.jpg

I first found them at a Phillipino restaurant that has since closed.

Dipped in some Jufran Banana catsup - superb.

http://www.ketchupworld.com/inc/sdetail/143
Jufran Hot Banana Ketchup
Price:
$4.95
Jufran Hot Banana Ketchup, manufactured by Heinz UFC Philippines.

Size: 11.29 oz.

Ingredients: Water, Sugar, Banana, Iodized Salt (Salt, Potassium
Iodate), Modified Starch, Spices, 0.8% Sodium Benzoate (As
Perservative), Acidulant, Onion Powdwer, Garlic Powder.