The King of Chicken

Hi again! I know it has been eons since I wrote my first post since I got tied up with trying to make a living. Anyway, this will be my first post in a series of posts (I hope) about some hole-in-the-wall eating places in Cebu.

The first hole-in-the-wall eating place I visited actually started off as a small store in the Urgello area. The King of Chicken is a relatively-unknown eating place in Cebu that has gradually created a good following among the food-loving residents of Cebu.

Frontage of the The King of Chicken

While the original location in Urgello Street only sold chicken, it was one heck of a chicken. They initially had three flavors of their chicken, regular, cheesy, and spicy. It was an instant hit in the neighborhood as residents in the area took to their chicken like fish to water. 

The chicken of the The King of Chicken

The customers even compared their chicken to the one offered by that old colonel who used 11 secret herbs and spices on his products. Similar to new eating places, the King of Chicken in Urgello was run by the husband and wife team of Ags and Dayang Geverola. The place slowly made a name for itself and eventually led to the opening of its first sit-down restaurant along Osmena Boulevard on February 13, 2013. 

Chicken of The King of Chicken

Aside from their signature fried chicken dish, the King of Chicken also offers beef, fish, and vegetable dishes. People ask why the place is called the King of Chicken even though they offer other dishes aside from chicken. The owner, Ags, said their chicken tastes so good that the fish and other animals all wanted to become a chicken.  

Lumpia at The King of Chicken

The best-seller at the place is their steamed bangus, which usually runs out after lunch. So, if you plan on getting the chance to taste this mouthwatering dish, it is advisable for you to go there just before the lunch rush. The King of Chicken also has a number of Healthy Options for health-conscious guests. 

Healthy Options at The King of Chicken

While most of their customers are nurses and doctors from Cebu Doctors' University Hospital, they are also one of the fave places for medical representatives who drop by the King of Chicken after making their rounds.

Vegetables at The King of Chicken

The prices of their dishes are really cheap, considering the fact that they served their dishes piping hot and fresh from the stove. If you look at the menu board of the King of Chicken, you will get to notice that they do not sell any pork dishes. 

Glazed Chicken at The King of Chicken

Even as they offer deliveries, it is limited to the Cebu Doctors' University Hospital block. But, they are planning to expand their delivery area in the future. They also accept bulk orders for their products. Just make sure you call up at least a day or two before your event.

Chicken at The King of Chicken

The King of Chicken is located along Osmena Boulevard, a few meters away from Cebu Doctors' University Hospital. You can get in touch with them through 0942-452-6732.