Cock of the Walk

With all due respect to the Kansas City area's celebrated fried chicken establishments, I recently ate the most delicious chicken imaginable at El Pollo Rey. The smoke lured me in but I subsequently discovered that the joint is not a secret. I believe that the chicken is pressed, slathered in spices and cooked over flames. Oh my. Adding to my pleasure was the price. I paid $8.50 for a half-chicken with condiments, tortillas and two bottled drinks.