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For the soul-warming comfort food of the American South head to Absurd Bird Soho , where waffle cones come with popcorn chicken and jars come brimming with Moonshine. Guests are initially greeted by what appears to be a tiny chicken shop but venture downstairs and you'll be pleasantly surprised. Done up in the style of an old southern saloon, the subterranean restaurant is incredibly inviting, with rich leather banquets, dark wood panelling and zinc features. Old liquor decanters make for striking lampshades, shelves are stocked with beautiful antique books and marble table tops prove ideal for Instagram-worthy shots. Ethically sourced, hormone-free chicken is used to create indulgent buffalo and smoked chicken wings, fried chicken sliders and smoked chicken with sweet gravy, as well as intriguing options such as bao buns stuffed with fried chicken and spicy mayo. The sweet potato fries are some of the best in town while other sides like jalapeno mac & cheese and sweet potato bake with toasted marshmallows are devilishly tempting. This is the second Absurd Bird in London, seek out more popcorn chicken and cocktails at the original restaurant on Commercial Street, east London. Pleasingly, both branches accept reservations.