The other snack I ordered was potato and salted cod brandade with garlic crostini and chive. Brandade is a classic Mediterranean preparation made with salt cod that has been soaked to remove excess salt, then blended with olive oil and cream until smooth and spreadable. The result is a warm, velvety purée with a mild, slightly briny flavor. It’s served in a small crock, accompanied by slices of toasted garlic bread for scooping.

Chester’s Chicken is one of many fried chicken chains in the United States, but what sets it apart is its primary home — inside gas stations and convenience stores.
That means it’s often discovered on road trips, where the scent of hot oil and seasoned breading wafts from behind the counter. The chicken itself is maybe overly crisp and generously seasoned, with a peppery bite, and the meat inside gets a bit dry under heat lamps. The sides are the usual suspects — wedges, mac and cheese, biscuits — delivering OK comfort food for travelers in need of something filling and familiar.
While it may not compete with destination-worthy fried chicken spots, Chester’s fills its niche well: hot, hearty, and ready when the road calls.

Grade: B
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