How Double Chicken Please Became One of the Country's Most Popular Cocktail Bars

How Double Chicken Please Became One of the Country's Most Popular Cocktail Bars - Mise En Place

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Double Chicken Please makes one of NYC’s most popular fried chicken sandwiches, but that’s not how the restaurant started out. It opened in NYC during the pandemic, and quickly became one of the country's most popular cocktail bars. It soon after launched its food menu, which features a chicken sandwich that has become so popular that the restaurant now sells over 200 on a busy night.
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Producer: Daniel Geneen
Directors: Daniel Geneen, Murilo Ferreira
Camera: Murilo Ferreira, Connor Reid
Editor: Lucy Morales
Executive Producer: Stephen Pelletteri
Development Producer: Ian Stroud
Supervising Producer: Stefania Orrù
Associate Producer: Julia Hess
Audience Development: Terri Ciccone, Frances Dumlao, Avery Dalal
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@eater Жыл бұрын

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@MrTraveller. Жыл бұрын

This bar, the drinks, staff & overall look in the video is all very well done on a high level. I worked around the world as a cocktail bartender in various Countries & I must say these are some special drinks🍸💎💯 After traveling around the world I settled here in Taiwan. 🇹🇼 so I recognized that cool guys Taiwanese accent right away. Great mix of East & West ☯️

@johnjohn1586 Жыл бұрын

Sure they could find someone to mold or buy an industrial sized ice mold with the shaved edges shape to save time.

@Littlestraincloud Жыл бұрын

There's so much passion and detail put into their whole restaurant. I wish them all the best with their business. Totally gonna visit when I go to New York.

@batchagaloopytv5816 Жыл бұрын

dont go to Nyc its acomplete shytehole

@RVKKify 9 ай бұрын

Same here :)

@LeMagnifiqueDoubleAgent-cj4zo 2 ай бұрын

Best to make a reservation well in advance

@coltonvanessa5096 Жыл бұрын

Seeing the chef repurpose the leftovers from prepping drinks into food was really cool

@nottheone582 Жыл бұрын

I don't know if I'd say he "repurposed leftovers". he intentionally design his menu this way. there's a difference

@invertedcrayon Жыл бұрын

@@nottheone582 thats literally what he did. He designed it in a way where he is able to repurpose the leftovers.

@henrycg3781 Жыл бұрын

So for anyone whose curious, Tainan had a massive sugar industry back in the Japanese colonisation period during world war. Basically, every dish in Tainan has extra sweet notes compared to other cities in Taiwan, some people say the reason for it is because sugar used to symbolise wealth back in the day, but there are a lot of different stories for that. That's why people from Tainan are pretty much all sweet tooth.

@Pooqua Жыл бұрын

didn't ask. don't care.

@nothing11558 Жыл бұрын

@@Pooqua The guy literally mentioned "For anyone whose curious". Atleast bother to read before you are rude to somebody because your life sucks.

@henrycg3781 Жыл бұрын

@@Pooqua yeah just like I didn’t ask u to read my comments, n I don’t care if u don’t care. Lol, have a nice day :) thx for your comment ;)

@nightthot7809 Жыл бұрын

@@Pooqua Yikes. discord mod spotted.

@MrJhchrist Жыл бұрын

For anyone else curious it was also the heart of the Japanese Cocaine empire where they produced uncountable kilos to be stockpiled for self-sufficient anesthesia with tons of surplus sold on the black markets from China to India. Japan was briefly the world's first narco state.

@jzderf Жыл бұрын

That mushroom coffee butter and whisky concoction is one of the coolest things ive seen in awhile

@masonshucart7055 Жыл бұрын

Usually I find complicated cocktails really pretentious, but this is actually really cool to see their thought process.

@EzekielMessenger Жыл бұрын

These guys are next level.

@johnnyrodgersss Жыл бұрын

Yeah still pointless and disgusting imo...just give me a str8 shot and hurry up..the sandwich looked fire though

@ejlorbz Жыл бұрын

@@johnnyrodgersss wont really know till you try it. looks too much but I assure you its smooth and tastes amazing. but if ur the type to just want get smashed then its definitely not for you

@jonathankcrossoniii5484 Жыл бұрын

*Facepalm*

@tonyluiscomedy Жыл бұрын

For real these guys made me respect it not gonna lie

@nickbezmaterny5567 Жыл бұрын

This man is an artist. What a legit bartender. 5 stars! Two thumbs up!

@CIARUNSITE Жыл бұрын

He's a drug dealer.

@jimmy87587 Жыл бұрын

Reading the headline I thought this establishment served chicken based cocktails

@BuffaloNickel9 Жыл бұрын

So did I it looked absolutely disgusting

@joseramirez-hh2sw Жыл бұрын

I mean I thought it was gonna be something like rendered chicken fat or something and the thumbnail was for the click bait. I've heard of fat on spirits so it wasn't too crazy and idea. .. but yeah definitely thought it'll be a chicken cocktail Edit: watched the whole video they do wayyyyyyyy more intricate stuff than chicken based cocktails. This place my absolute respect!

@juandiegoflores3178 Жыл бұрын

Yea I was so confused I was like please tell me that’s not just grease

@irvingsalas5252 Жыл бұрын

Same lmao

@lavieestunsonge4541 Жыл бұрын

Omg! I though so too! I thought it was a chicken broth cocktail Lol 😂

@itsjieyang Жыл бұрын

Their cold pizza and soba cocktails are outstanding. Definitely a must visit again.

@DuhBla Жыл бұрын

The part where they said "we just had to do something to survive" is so relatable on a spiritual level almost. The Rona hit everyone hard, times are tough, people go out of business like the apocalypse is nigh. Keeping your head above the water becomes a necessity.

@marcelleroux9172 Жыл бұрын

man i would love a cocktail and a chicken sandwich right now.

@xanderpanda1104 Жыл бұрын

Best episode yet. These guys are brilliant in their approach. You can feel the passion

@jayshaft3179 Жыл бұрын

They shave and cut down ice to make a better quality drink. The attention to flavors and reuse of ingredients is amazing and totally from love. I want to indulge in this for sure.

@rdu239 Жыл бұрын

Please without all the pretentiousness, its just a giant ice cube, even if you cut it into an intricate diamond shape, its no different from an ice cube whose purpose is to make your glass drink cold. I respect alcohol critics for their ability do say "elaborate" descriptions of flavor profile on drinks, but on the aesthetic section of bartending? I never got sold on the scene, because you are there on the bar to indulge on the drink, you stare on the glass for a couple of seconds and thats it, its not as if you get to be mesmerized on staring your drink for more than 10 minutes...unless you are getting drunk

@etf42 Жыл бұрын

i wonder why they dont just order spheres. or buy an ice machine

@Xehr1 Жыл бұрын

@@rdu239 nah its the product + experience, tickling every sense, which sets it apart

@W4TH3JE5U5 Жыл бұрын

@@rdu239 There is an actual scientific reason for shaving the sides, it reduces physical contact with the glass which slows down the melting speed of the ice allowing for a better drinking experience. I'm not disagreeing with your opinions, but felt I should point out a chemistry/physics fact about the reasoning behind the ice shapes.

@briantownsend5124 Жыл бұрын

@@W4TH3JE5U5 but there are still edges on the ice so unless it was a sphere that theory doesn’t hold up. I think the whole thing is very pretentious lol it’s even worse that the bar tenders think there movements have to be all robotic looking and fake, is shaking a glass like they do really necessary? Just shake the F N thing and smile

@palepa15 Жыл бұрын

What a great lot of passionate and down to earth people. Wish you all continued success in this business.

@bigmattvo Жыл бұрын

Love what GN Chan has done and achieved. I had the privilege to meet him when he was coming up at Angel's Share, which has sadly since closed. It's beautiful to see how much passion he has for his cocktails. All his concepts including double chicken absolutely deserve the title TOP 50 US BARS in the nation.

@MyrnaDeJesus Жыл бұрын

This place will endure the test of time. They have innovative recipes that take into consideration sustainability, refined flavoring, enriching Asian culture, a team that has bonded in their passion and good nature, and well, put-together decor. Can't wait to visit and devour a dish and drink.

@doc.l Жыл бұрын

Not Japanese lmao

@buythaiproperty Жыл бұрын

Taiwanese

@MyrnaDeJesus Жыл бұрын

@@buythaiproperty Thank you for the correction. I thought I heard mentioned at one point that they were Japanese.

@mrstuffguyz Жыл бұрын

Japanese cocktail technique, but the owners are taiwanese. Simple mistake :)

@tuckerbugeater Жыл бұрын

@@mrstuffguyz Is that legal?

@crummmycrump4619 Жыл бұрын

It's just crazy the amount of detail on how intentional their efforts are towards a dish or drink. Mindblowing.

@mikedevaney3507 Жыл бұрын

When this video started I rolled my eyes a bit thinking "oh its a cocktail and fried chicken place well this won't be pretentious"....turns out its actually an awesome place. The detail and combination between the restaurant and bar is really cool.

@YouveGotaType Жыл бұрын

This place was the hit of our NYC trip this December. You really can't beat top shelf cocktails AND amazing food. Could've stayed there for hours.

@ZaydEdits Жыл бұрын

I don't even drink but I just wanna go and try all their cocktails they have on offer, they make it look so appretising and the skill behind each drink is truly remarkable. I hope to visit one day

@dmtuan Жыл бұрын

You can clearly see the discipline, enjoyment and 100% dedication in everything that they do.. and they do A LOT! Definitely on my list of places to visit.

@Kniveschowyas Жыл бұрын

I love how we can see a bit of the science and creativity that goes on in their kitchen. Makes you appreciate the food more.

@mattteruel8423 Жыл бұрын

Everything looks absolutely delicious

@chicagocurly Жыл бұрын

One of, if not the, best Eater videos I've ever watched! Their passion is palpable and, by extension, the joy in what they do.

@patrickharrison4763 Жыл бұрын

That was awesome. Can really feel the hard work, creativity and love they have for the place.

@kruelnoqs1128 Жыл бұрын

the fact that he takes the time to cut the ice, respect to the craft man!

@ale87211 Жыл бұрын

Taiwan #1! Love that we finally get to showcase to the world the sophistication, creativity, and heart that bartenders in Taiwan have been cultivating and developing all these years!

@nottheone582 Жыл бұрын

most of the people I've met from taiwan have been super cool! they have some amazing talented folks in food, fashion, music, etc

@_lucades_ Жыл бұрын

love seeing their passion and love for everything they do. You can feel how much thought they've put in. hope to visit this beautiful place when I'm travelling to NYC one day

@stingraysurfernz432 Жыл бұрын

Dude... best watch in ages. The energy that goes into creating the drinks menu is NUTZ you guys are a necessity for the industry %100. . .LESSh GO!!!!!

@LastRequestBarbeque Жыл бұрын

I visited two weeks ago - just fantastic - First a cocktail front of house, then back of house had the Red Eye Gravy. The flavours were incredibly complex and came together in a magical way. Was late at night, so have to go back and try the food. People were fantastic too!

@HelloMrK Жыл бұрын

These chefs/bartenders are why I wanna get into bartending. The process is long but the flavors must be wild.

@svlagonda7417 Жыл бұрын

Amazing! Incredible amount of care and quality going into this behind the scenes.

@Ec11223 Жыл бұрын

Probably one of the most innovative bar/restaurant I've seen on this channel. Every little thing has a purpose and everything is done to perfection. (Ffs, they make their own Oreos)

@antonymeneghini2276 Жыл бұрын

the way they do the shaking is mesmerizing! I love all the details and what the creativity and concept of all their menu tems!

@lawrencewon3805 Жыл бұрын

The bartender is a mad scientist dedicated to his craft, you can tell he's passionate about cocktails!!

@lawrencewon3805 Жыл бұрын

Oh yea the videography and music was on point also!

@johnheaney6383 Жыл бұрын

Such dedication to flavour and customer satisfaction! So much respect!

@davidjennings7902 Жыл бұрын

One of the most creative concepts I’ve ever come across in NY. Wish them the best and years of success.

@PufftheMagicDream Жыл бұрын

The chicken sandwich caught my attention, the cocktails blew me away! I wish I can visit this place some day :)

@aleyorch44 Жыл бұрын

How did they blow you away if you haven’t tried them smh

@ekajuines1149 Жыл бұрын

Back to watch this after They nominated as No 1 The best Bar in North America Congratulations Double chicken please, well deserved 🙌🍸🐔

@erikaalvirez6869 Жыл бұрын

BLOWN AWAY... the precision👏👏

@alistairt7544 Жыл бұрын

I'm def gonna go here on my next visit to NYC! What an incredible team 👏🏼

@kennytieshisshoes 10 ай бұрын

This is really cool how they pair/combine the food and drinks. As well as using the leftovers from the drinks in the food.

@denisehelton9403 Жыл бұрын

Just WOW……… so creative and dedicated. Something to be Very Proud of. Not only the owners, but the workers too. Great atmosphere

@JamieMartlew Жыл бұрын

Love this series but this is so much more fascinating I find. I don't even drink...

@mrstuffguyz Жыл бұрын

They do mocktails ;)

@jacksonfox2434 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this 20 mins, so worth the double length, great bar

@p90p90 Жыл бұрын

The combination of the red eye gravy is so new to me! Can't even fathom how it would taste, would love to try it once

@GalaTale Жыл бұрын

The fact that i've never even heard of these ways of utilising mushrooms and whiskey and all these drinks just amazes me.. WOW

@vitasbutkoon Жыл бұрын

Appreciation for the time and work that goes in to the process. Well done. 🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹🇹

@gerry3350 Жыл бұрын

This is beautiful. I have been slacking on some creative projects lately. Watching them and their commitment to their craft inspired me. Time to work.

@Bblue01 Жыл бұрын

This video had me really engrossed wanting to watch more such a cool process of how they make food and cocktails I shared the video with my dad and nan 😁

@BloodiNavi Жыл бұрын

I am beyond impressed with the amount of creativity and soul go into every especially these cocktails. Such a amazing job like an art. I have no other words just wow.

@MrKernkraft4000 Жыл бұрын

That is some next-level craft right there, all around. The attention to detail and creativity is nuts. If I still drank I would definitely try it out (will have to settle for that crazy awesome-looking food though).

@navalravikant7339 Жыл бұрын

The effort that went into making ONE item is incredible enough

@thisiskaleidoscopic Ай бұрын

I have been to Double Chicken Please about a year ago and I can tell you that my money was WORTH every penny. I did not have any food as I went there for drinks after. But man.... the drinks have crazy depth of flavor. The key lime pie and the Japanese cold noodle are my top faves and I can still taste it in my mouth.

@Ludawig Жыл бұрын

Once you mentioned szechuan peppercorns in the honey, I knew this would be my favorite chicken sandwich if I ever tried it. If I'm ever in New York, I'm definitely going to give this a try. (edit: and yes, I might get a little hammered off those amazing cocktails)

@calvinwong365 Жыл бұрын

Best spice out there. Probably the best in Chinese cuisine haha

@calcam9537 Жыл бұрын

Never wanted to visit New York before until I seen this. Think I’d be happy to spend a whole holiday in this place trying everything they have

@Finnyzation 3 ай бұрын

The attention to detail is amazing

@bigshaqdragon9653 Жыл бұрын

me : yeah, that's how you make a proper drink also me : *chug my $3 beer

@chaseduncan4510 4 ай бұрын

Of all the mise en place episodes I’ve watched - this one has intrigued me the most. I want to travel to New York just to visit this place.

@zacheryp813 Жыл бұрын

Bro those mushroom poppers. So many layers of flavour. Amazing

@DP-lx1jn Жыл бұрын

That was amazing! I have to go there when I am back in NY. This sums up what passion looks like

@Joysho Жыл бұрын

I really love their innovative ideas. Especially the drinks.

@06cozmin Жыл бұрын

Literally unique, at least to my knowledge.

@aashaytambi3268 Жыл бұрын

This place is actually reasonably priced for NYC

@davidwise3573 Жыл бұрын

What would this world be like without creative people like that. What a great place and I need a drink...cheers🤟

@bossman674 Жыл бұрын

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I saw the thumbnail... I wrongly assumed it would be some hipster nonsense - but I was completely wrong. I got a bunch of new techniques that I think are absolute brilliant. Will defo be using them!! Even the way the guys and girls take the lids off shakers is slick! Great video

@Casleey Жыл бұрын

They're very good. Went for my birthday and everything was lovely.

@evanwilliams4351 Жыл бұрын

amazing creativity, and amazing value for the crazy amount of effort they put in 🍗🍗

@eighty9 Жыл бұрын

I remember the time they were doing pop up around the country. I was really curious back then how they run their bar. Thanks eater.

@sandrasp5319 Жыл бұрын

Respect their passion and the intelligent put in on presenting their drink and food👍

@einundsiebenziger5488 29 күн бұрын

... and the intelligence* put into* the presentation* of their drinks* and food.

@luketargett2233 Жыл бұрын

Ah such a good video, really appreciate the professionals explaining their brilliant technique.

@vohan5689 Жыл бұрын

very wonderfull, Their cold pizza and soba cocktails are outstanding. Definitely a must visit again.

@BenzilJohn_infinity Жыл бұрын

This definitely goes in my bucket list.

@lapassion24 Жыл бұрын

Omg his focus and the seriousness when he makes the drink is like he playing cards gambling !! ; ) it’s so cool!! And so fast !!

@Lousasshol Жыл бұрын

“No sir, I would like u to stand there and shake drink for 19 min. , I will be back to get my drink”

@vandalismooo Жыл бұрын

i have few words for these guys, amazing !

@LuzyAcid Жыл бұрын

the amount of complexities are incredible!

@RewDowns Жыл бұрын

Very dope. Much respect to what these guys are doing. Hope to visit some day!

@simonsay836 Жыл бұрын

wow Amazing work! must be tough to work there but you must learn so much !

@WhatDooYouThinK Жыл бұрын

These guys are brilliant, all of them love what they do. I hope I get a chance to fly out there

@newgutierrez7199 Жыл бұрын

I'm not much for mixed drinks. But this place could change me. Looks amazing.

@chaosabc123 Жыл бұрын

this place looks amazing, i live in aus but if i ever go to NYC i definitely will remember to visit here

@ronaldbibi209 Жыл бұрын

One of your best episodes, Eater! Good job!!!

@nottheone582 Жыл бұрын

I've never met anyone from Tainan but I have to say, this guy was super cool 👌 his passion for his craft is infectious! hope to eat at double chicken please next time I'm in NYC!

@bpooboi Жыл бұрын

Never thought to use fresh herbs for a brine. Fantastic!!!

@dominicdeangelis Жыл бұрын

my favorite bar in nyc. what an experience

@irvin9arcia Жыл бұрын

This place looks awesome!!

@alexmags1989 4 ай бұрын

This place is wildly out of the box with its concepts... So cool.

@nawazsaquib1390 Жыл бұрын

Wow.....just wow.. So much to say but gone speechless.. Never thought anyone would do this much of mastery in drinks.....its just incredible...hope one day I will go there and taste their every possible drinks... Biggggg fannnnn all the way from India.

@jaybarbosa8510 Жыл бұрын

This ain’t bartending this is Mixology at its finest 💯

@x3965 Жыл бұрын

The fast washing of the whiskey!!! Love the passion and innovation! Awesome!

@karengarrison4237 5 ай бұрын

Love these guys!!! Red-eye gravy is southern; I love the throwback.

@CharlieBrown247 Жыл бұрын

If I would have seen this episode first, I would have appreciated my visit there much more. I can't wait to go back!

@GtheGeneral Жыл бұрын

Wow so creative and different I love it

@kathyla5760 Жыл бұрын

My new favorite cocktail bar in NYC ever since Angel's Share closed. So creative and fun!

@rdu239 Жыл бұрын

Starting a bar business will entail you massive financial investment, its a mountain of challenge compared to starting lets say a fast food joint.

@bowlica1 Жыл бұрын

This is the craziest thing I have ever seen. I'm flabbergasted.

@linhl4710 Жыл бұрын

I love the zero bullsh*t that goes on here. Innovative, straightforward, and a whole experience. "How do you make sure the bar moves fast enough?" You... move faster 😂 Asian mentality right there.

@skthechef8075 Жыл бұрын

Holy smokes that hot honey chicken sandwich looks amazing

@rdu239 Жыл бұрын

Its fast food honestly, no matter how people try hard to make it posh and fancy, US cuisine in general are unhealthy

@einundsiebenziger5488 29 күн бұрын

@@rdu239 US cuisine in general is* unhealthy. Which, in general, is not true!

@einundsiebenziger5488 29 күн бұрын

Did not notice an employee called Holy and they do not show that they smoke the chicken before serving. Or do you mean "Holy smokes! *That hot chicken (...).*"? Punctuation does matter.