Nashville Hot Chicken at JACX&CO’S

May 23

May 23 Nashville Hot Chicken at JACX&CO’S

JACX&CO (28-17 Jackson Avenue), a new food hall in Long Island City (28-17 Jackson Avenue), debuted in November of last year to rave reviews. The food hall is located on the plaza level of The JACX, a 1.2 million square-foot creative office campus developed, owned and operated by Tishman Speyer. JACX&CO’s intuitive architectural design and branding set the stage for the food hall’s culinary experts, with an expansive dining room (reminiscent of a modern, airy courtyard) surrounded by the vendors’ booths which line the perimeter of the space.

The food hall reflects the vibrant culture of its neighborhood with diverse cuisine and versatile culinary options from celebrated chefs. All food options are available for indoor dining, pick-up and delivery, with a full service bar and outdoor dining.

JACX&CO recently opened their outdoor patio – perfect for enjoying a delectable meal from JACX&CO’s standout vendors, including the new Hot Chicken Takeover (HCT), which opened on 5/17.

HCT is a community-focused restaurant serving juicy, perfectly fried Nashville Hot Chicken. Founded in Columbus, Ohio in 2014, HCT prioritizes quality ingredients like fresh, never frozen chicken, housemade sides and fixings. A majority of HCT’s employees are hired through its Fair Chance program, which provides supportive employment to those who have been impacted by the justice system and adversity due to incarceration, homelessness and addiction. Some of the items on the menu includes:

Nashville Hot Chicken – marinated for 18 hours and fried-to-order with four heat levels
Miss B’s Banana Pudding – can also be made gluten-free!
Ma’s Slaw – made with tangy vinegar, not mayo
Hand punched fries – fresh cut daily
Ma’s Sweet Tea

The Bar at JACX&CO also serves up expert wine selections for those who want to go the classic route and premium craft beer for those who want to kick back and relax. Those who find themselves looking for a nightcap before heading home would find that The Bar at JACX&CO will more than satisfy their need for a buzz.

Bottles of top-of-the-line drinks filled the shelf from left to right. Surrounded by coat-covered high stool chairs, wooden tables, and comfy ottomans, the bar was full of guests looking to try inventive new drinks and some old favorites. There’s a lot of fun to be had just from the playfully named cocktails: a sweet-with-a-kick Gantry Park Fizz, Sunnyside, Spice & Smooth, Tale of 2 Cities, Side Piece, a classic Jacx & Coke, Queens Gold, and a smooth Highlander.

The full vendor list at JACX&CO’S

Beebe’s - a crispy, thin-crust pizzeria paying tribute to New York City’s original-style pies.
Hot Chicken Takeover - made-to-order Nashville-style hot chicken and delicious sides
Lotus + Cleaver - a fast-casual Chinese spot that highlights a mix of traditional and modern Chinese flavors featuring locally sourced ingredients in curated and make-your-own bowls, fresh salads, and seasonal market sides.
Méxology - chef Ivy Stark’s fast-casual Mexican spot using locally sourced, naturally raised and organic ingredients whenever possible, Méxology features bright flavors and fresh ideas with plates, bowls, tacos, and sides.
Taïm - chef Einat Admony’s popular falafel chain. Israeli inspired Mediterranean street food using the finest quality ingredients and spices.
Jia - specialty Chinese dim sum
Biao Sugar - bubble Tea
Temakase - lively hand roll sushi bar
Ghaya - an all-day Tunisian cafe from pastry chef Ghaya Oliveira