Takeout Restaurants

Canadian Rooster

4.1 233 reviews 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM 18 Fern St, Portland VIC 3305, Australia

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Canadian Rooster, a nostalgic takeout gem situated at 18 Fern St, Portland VIC, has managed to capture the hearts—and appetites—of locals and visitors alike. With a menu that takes you back in time, this eatery specializes in BBQ chicken offerings that are not only flavorful but also reasonably priced, with a quarter chicken starting at just A$6.20.

Customers rave about the friendly service and the welcoming atmosphere reminiscent of the '80s. Many reviews highlight the succulent and juicy chicken, with some calling it “way better than KFC.” While a few diners noted that the chips could be improved—their under-seasoning was a common critique—the overall consensus celebrates the value and authenticity of the dining experience.

Sophie Charlotte even remarked on the surprisingly low prices, suggesting that inflation hasn't quite reached Portland yet. With generous portions and a cozy vibe, Canadian Rooster stands as a testament to timeless comfort food. The perfect place for a family meal or a unique takeaway experience, it offers a blend of nostalgia and quality that you won’t want to miss!

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Service options

Drive-through
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in
Delivery

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Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

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Brunch
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Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual

Crowd

Family-friendly
LGBTQ+ friendly
Tourists
Transgender safespace

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Canadian Rooster before visiting.

Reviews for Canadian Rooster

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Review highlights

Based on 233 reviews

Canadian Rooster is widely appreciated for its nostalgic ambiance and strong local charm, evoking a genuine sense of stepping back in time. Customers frequently highlight the restaurant’s affordable pricing and friendly, welcoming staff, which contribute to an overall positive dining experience. The food, particularly the chicken, is generally described as flavorful and juicy, though some mention a occasional inconsistency in crispiness and seasoning, especially with the chips. The establishment’s clean environment and unique non-chain drive-through concept add to its appeal. Overall, Canadian Rooster is celebrated as a beloved local takeout spot that offers a blend of traditional vibes and satisfying meals at reasonable prices.

Heath

Oct 04, 2025

Walking into Canadian Rooster immediately took be back to my childhood. The interior is the same as it was in 1985 and that’s not a bad thing. It’s amazing this place has stood the test of time. The place is clean the prices very reasonable and the food pretty good. My chips were unfortunately what let it down today. They had clearly been sitting for a bit and were very under salted. Chicken was really nice and full of flavour.

Brodie

Aug 26, 2025

Canadian rooster is a blast from the past in the best way possible. Prices are from the 80’s, staff are friendly and happy and food is to die for!! Food pictured was $8.20 and 10/10. Been visiting Portland and will miss this place when I leave. Great local buisness

Simon Lyons

Jul 07, 2025

We dropped in to pick up dinner whilst on our road trip and an overnight stay in Portland. The team instore were lovely, friendly and helpful. My kids and I grabbed 12 pieces of fried chicken, a large chips and a pineapple fritter for takeaway. Back at our accommodation we combined this with an ALDI coleslaw. The chicken wasn’t particularly crisp, but was very tasty and the meat was juicy and tasty. The fried a weren’t bad either.

Sophie Charlotte

Jun 29, 2025

Not sure if inflation hasn't caught up to Portland yet but this place is insanely cheap. We ordered food for 6 people and had lots of leftovers, total of $75. The vibe is really cool, feels like you have stepped back in time. I've never seen a non chain drive through so that was a fun novelty too. The chicken was succulent and flavourful (although I currently have a blocked nose and no taste ability so just going by hearsay), and the gravy was perfect; not too gluggy or runny. The chicken burger was "way better than KFC". Service was fast and friendly. Highly recommend!