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Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 2761 reviews

What User doesn't like about Wayside Takeout Catering:
I was new in the area and the menu had to take some time to digest. Would be great if the menu could be simplified. The chicken was marinated in a similar saltish seasoning as KFC, smells like KFC as well. However the fry of the chicken was more on the lighter side with lesser batter that builds the crunch . However, something to note about was the marinate thoroughness of the chicken. 2/3 piece of the chicken was we... View all feedback. What User likes about Wayside Takeout Catering:
I've been going through this restaurant for over 15 years. on the way to work! Every time I wait for the light, I look here and think of me.” I should stop there”...” They always look busy, their chicken must be good!" I'm always in a hurry to get there and finally I made it here!! I wasn't disappointed! I couldn't wait until lunch time at work to try out this long-awaited chicken... I ate one in the parking lot! The... View all feedback.

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4.4 ★ from 10 reviews

Go, go. This is an institution not only locally but for the entire state. I suppose I'm biased, I've been enjoying the chicken for 30 years before the chains ar...

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The fried chicken is delicious and the green and onions rings are good too! They use to have milk shakes made by hand with milk and ice cream but sadly no more...

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Had the BBQ sandwich with Cole slaw and bakes beans. Delicious. The banana pudding reminded me of my grandmother's. I live across town but make a point of eatin...

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I got the 12 piece chicken . The chicken was very good and hot. The collard greens were seasoned good. Green beans were a little off tasting they were sweet so...

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I was new in the area and the menu had to take some time to digest. Would be great if the menu could be simplified. The chicken was marinated in a similar salti...

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Google
4.5 ★ from 680 reviews
Laura
28.01.2024 - 09:35

Great chicken! My favorite is the macaro I salad! Its a very small place but very good food!

Michael
28.01.2024 - 09:35

THE place to get fried chicken in the Charlottesville area!!

Nah
28.01.2024 - 09:35

For what it's worth, and considering the price, it's pretty good chicken.

Leah
28.01.2024 - 09:35

The food was quite dry, I was the only one not offered any sauce. Not going back again.

Ammo
28.01.2024 - 09:35

Chicken was good and flavorful, order sat on counter for extended time because they never called number out...place could use a good scrub down, especially bath...

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Int Restaurants
4.3 ★ from 978 reviews
George
24.08.2023 - 10:46

Wayside is a small restaurant specializing in 'country cooking ' with items such as fried chicken, burgers and fried fish. They have a plethora of sides to comp...

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Corbin
24.08.2023 - 10:46

The place to go for fried chicken in Charlottesville! The Cummings family has carried on the legacy of the best Chicken in town. The burgers and hot grilled san...

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Elbia
24.08.2023 - 10:46

I’ve been driving past this restaurant for over 15 years on my way to work. Each time I wait at the traffic light, I glance over and think, “I should stop there...

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n
24.08.2023 - 10:46

The chicken was outstanding, with a fresh and crispy light batter. I ordered eight pieces, along with green beans and potatoes with gravy. The staff were effici...

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Marley
24.08.2023 - 10:46

The fried chicken here is simply fantastic—fresh, crispy, and utterly delicious! You won't find better prices or quality anywhere else. I highly recommend addin...

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Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 63 reviews
Gastroranking-us
3.9 ★ from 453 reviews

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