Sparta chicken is basically the best chicken in Montreal.
I challenge anyone who disagrees to a family guy style chicken fight, any time, anywhere.
This ain't no "piri-piri" chicken, baby.
This recipe hails from Sparta, Greece, where the original owner of the joint, Yahyah is from. It is said that he learnt it from a reclusive hermit grandmaster while training in the mountains. He may or may not have taken his life once the secret recipe was revealed to him, we'll never know.
The chicken in question is the perfect balance of:
1. Tender
2. Moist
3. Flavourful
4. Seasoned
5. Spicy
6. Lightly charred
7. Decent price
It's taste is barbecued but with a unique blend of herbs and spices sprinkled on top, and the spicy sauce has a nice kick that doesn't overpower the flavour of the chicken and herbs.
I'm not crazy about fries so I recommend taking a chicken and a small salad, it's a great combination.
Frankly I hope this franchise expands to other locations in and around Montreal, because Sparta chicken is a phenomenon you simply must experience as a Montrealer.
The added bonus that it's Halal is just that much more awesome.