Maxin Chicken

Tucked into the busy Easton end of Bristol's BS5, this no-frills chicken shop has built a loyal late-night following among students and locals craving something hot, fast and filling. The kitchen leans into flame-grilled Peri Peri Chicken alongside trays of Crispy Fried Chicken Wings, loaded fries, wraps and burgers, with the fryers running well into the small hours when most other kitchens nearby have long since shut up shop.

Expect generous portions and a straightforward, grab-and-go feel rather than anything fancy, this is comfort food done quickly and cheaply. It carries a council Food Hygiene Rating and draws a mix of opinion online, with fans returning for the wings and the peri sauces while occasional grumbles centre on busy-night waits. If you want classic fast-food chicken in the heart of Easton without the chain-shop sheen, it is an easy local pick worth keeping in mind for a late feed.