City Editor Danielle here. 👋I checked out the new Viva Chicken location on Pelham Road and discovered why Greenville should be excited there are now two locations. Whether you’re looking for a bowl, salad, sandwich, or wrap, Viva Chicken serves up fresh + flavorful Peruvian food. Here’s how you can Try This (including how to get free food).

Any of Viva Chicken’s sauces pair perfectly with the Arroz Chaufa. | Photo by GVLtoday

What we tried (with pricing):

Viva Chicken’s menu focuses on fresh ingredients, authentic Peruvian spices + slow-roasted chicken with a host of vegetarian options. I tried the Pollo a la Brasa (Peruvian rotisserie chicken) with plantains + green beans ($9.55), the Naked Peruvian wrap ($8.95), and the Arroz Chaufa — a fried rice dish ($7.95).

I washed it down with a Maracuya ($3.25+) and finished with a churro ($3.50).

The chicken is flavorful, fresh + juicy, and whether you order it as your entree or add it to your salad, wrap, or fried rice, it hits the spot.

What not to miss:

Don’t miss the juice options. You may be quick to order your usual fountain drinks, but Viva Chicken’s fruit juices are delicious. The Maracuya — or passion fruit — is my favorite.

The Maracuya is sweet, but pairs perfectly with any meal. | Photo by GVLtoday

What we’re still talking about:

You also may be quick to skip dessert, especially after eating a fresh, healthy meal, but don’t sleep on the tres leches (white sponge cake soaked in three milks). It’s my husband’s favorite item on the menu. Another fav: the churro (caramel filled, coated in cinnamon and sugar).

Fun fact: $0.50 from each churro is donated to No Kid Hungry.

Churros taste better when they’re for a good cause. | Photo by GVLtoday

How you can experience this:

Before you drop by Viva Chicken Pelham Road (3624 Pelham Rd.) or Viva Chicken Woodruff Road (1139 Woodruff Rd.) be sure to download the Viva Chicken App. Every time you scan, you earn points towards rewards (think: free food).

Things to know if you go:

Experience: Grab lunch or dinner at Viva Chicken
Price: Price varies, peep at the menu
Website: vivachicken.com
Address: 3624 Pelham Rd.

Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
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