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Trap chicken
- 500 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604

Soul food restaurant ★4.0 (43)·$10–20

500 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604, USA

4.0
Seriously? Why would you serve this. The cornbread is clearly burnt. It made my entire plate smell burnt. The macaroni had a good taste but the pasta was overcooked and mushy. Seems like the kitchen struggles with timing . The chicken had too much hair on for my liking. Waste of $50. - C Harris
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$10–20 per person Reported by 43 people$1–10$10–20$20–30

Trap chicken Introduce

For residents of **Connecticut** craving authentic, deeply satisfying **Soul Food** and classic American comfort dishes, **Trap Chicken** in **Bridgeport, CT**, is a premier destination. More than just an “American restaurant,” Trap Chicken has established itself as a local favorite by specializing in generously portioned, flavorful meals that feel like they came straight from a Southern kitchen. The emphasis here is on high-quality, freshly prepared dishes, with a menu centered around their celebrated fried chicken and expansive seafood and meat dinner combinations.

Located in the heart of Bridgeport, this establishment is a go-to spot for locals looking for a quick, filling lunch or a substantial dinner. The menu is a testament to rich, comfort-focused cuisine, featuring all the classics you would expect from a top-tier Soul Food spot. From their crispy, well-seasoned **Fried Chicken Dinners** to their impressive array of seafood options, the food is designed to hit the spot. Diners frequently praise the freshness of the wings and the excellent seasoning of the various fried meats and fish.

The commitment to American and Soul Food roots is evident in every section of the menu, including a dedicated **Breakfast** section that goes beyond simple fare to include hearty options like **Shrimp & Grits** and **Fish & Grits**. As the day progresses, the focus shifts to their signature "Daily Trap" items, which feature a wide range of proteins such as **Deep-Fried Salmon Dinner**, **Fried Lobster Tail Dinner**, **Fried Pork Chops**, and substantial combos like the **Chicken & Shrimp Combo**. For those with a bigger appetite or looking to share, the ultimate indulgence is the **Trap Trio**, a lavish combination of fish, shrimp, and lobster tail served with two sides, offering a full seafood feast.

Beyond the main dishes, the classic side dishes at Trap Chicken are just as essential to the experience. Highly praised items like the signature **Trap Mac & Cheese**, sweet **Candy Yams**, **Collard Greens**, and **Dirty Rice** round out the meals, providing that perfect balance of flavors and textures inherent to traditional Soul Food. The casual atmosphere makes it a comfortable and welcoming place for everyone, from **family-friendly** groups to individuals seeking **solo dining** or a **quick bite** throughout the day.


Location and Accessibility

Trap Chicken is conveniently situated at **500 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604**, making it easily accessible for customers throughout Bridgeport and surrounding Connecticut communities. Its location on Park Avenue ensures visibility and ease of travel for both local residents and those passing through.

The restaurant has taken steps to ensure convenience for all patrons, offering excellent accessibility features, which is a major benefit in an urban setting. These features include:

  • **Wheelchair Accessible Entrance:** Ensuring easy entry and exit for all guests.
  • **Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot:** Dedicated parking to facilitate access.
  • **Free Parking:** Customers benefit from both a **free parking lot** and **free street parking** options, alleviating common parking concerns.

Services Offered

Trap Chicken provides versatile service options to suit every customer’s busy schedule and dining preference, from enjoying a meal on-site to having it delivered right to your home:

  • **Dine-in:** Patrons can enjoy their meal in the restaurant’s **casual** setting, perfect for a relaxed breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
  • **Takeout:** Quick and easy pickup is available for those who prefer to enjoy their comfort food at home or on the go.
  • **Delivery:** Trap Chicken offers reliable **delivery** service, extending the convenience of their savory meals directly to the surrounding Connecticut area.
  • **Dining Times:** The restaurant serves **Breakfast**, **Lunch**, and **Dinner**, ensuring that great comfort food is available throughout the day. They also offer a selection of classic **Desserts** like **Banana Pudding** and **Strawberry Shortcake**.
  • **Payment Options:** The restaurant accepts a variety of payment methods, including **Credit cards**, **Debit cards**, and **NFC mobile payments**, ensuring a hassle-free transaction.

Features / Highlights

Trap Chicken is renowned in the Bridgeport area for several key highlights and menu features that draw in a loyal crowd of locals and food enthusiasts:

  • **Signature Fried Chicken:** A core attraction, the fried chicken is frequently praised for being fresh, crispy, and well-seasoned. The **6 Pieces Fried Chicken Dinner** is a highly popular item.
  • **Expansive Dinner Combos:** The menu features extensive "Daily Trap" combinations that allow customers to mix and match proteins, such as the **Chicken & Shrimp Combo** and the impressive **Trap Trio** (Fish, shrimp, and lobster tail).
  • **Classic Soul Food Sides:** They offer a delectable range of traditional sides, with the **Trap Mac & Cheese** and the glazed **Candy Yams** often receiving high marks from customers. They also offer savory **Dirty Rice**.
  • **Hearty Breakfast Menu:** Beyond the dinner fare, the breakfast selections, including **Shrimp & Grits** and **Fish & Grits**, provide a substantial start to the day.
  • **Fast Service:** The restaurant is highlighted for its **Fast service**, making it an excellent option for those with limited time during their lunch break or seeking a quick dinner solution.
  • **Burgers and Sandwiches:** The menu includes a selection of specialty burgers like the **Trap Mac & Cheeseburger** and the **Greedy Wife Burger**, offering a twist on classic American fare.
  • **Atmosphere and Crowd:** The ambiance is **Casual** and attracts a strong crowd of **Locals** and **Family-friendly** groups.

Contact Information

To place an order, inquire about the menu, or get directions to the restaurant, please use the following contact details:

  • **Address:** 500 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604
  • **Phone:** (203) 212-1990

What is Worth Choosing

Choosing **Trap Chicken** is a choice for authentic, unpretentious American Soul Food in the Connecticut area. What truly sets this establishment apart is its dedication to delivering on the promise of hearty, flavorful, and filling portions of comfort food staples. The restaurant is a celebrated option for those who believe a good meal starts with expertly fried protein and perfectly prepared sides. Many locals enthusiastically report that the food is some of the best **Soul Food in Connecticut**, with high praise directed at the taste and freshness of the fried fish and chicken.

If you visit, the menu's main strength lies in its diverse array of combination dinners. It’s highly recommended to explore the "Daily Trap" selections, which offer a great way to sample multiple meats or seafood items at once. For a taste of the South, the **Shrimp & Grits** for breakfast or the **Fried Fish Dinner** with a side of their famous **Trap Mac & Cheese** for dinner are must-try combinations. The sides, in particular, are what elevate the experience; the blend of savory (like the seasoned **Collard Greens**) and sweet (like the syrupy **Candy Yams**) offers that crucial contrast inherent to authentic Southern dining.

The accessibility of the restaurant, including a **free parking lot**, and its offering of **fast service** make it a pragmatic and efficient choice for busy Connecticut families and individuals. Whether you are dining in the casual setting or utilizing their seamless **takeout and delivery** options, Trap Chicken offers a satisfying, delicious, and consistent experience that keeps the locals coming back for more. It’s a true local gem for those who appreciate American cooking done right.

Trap chicken Services

  • Breakfast

  • French Toast $14.00

    Pan-fried bread.

  • 2 Scrambled Eggs $8.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Toast $2.00

    Hot, browned sliced bread.

  • 2 Fried Eggs $8.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Shrimp & Grits $15.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Fish & Grits $14.00

    Porridge made from ground corn.

  • Daily Trap

  • Fried Fish Dinner $18.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Fried Lobster Tail Dinner $33.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • 20 Pieces Fried Shrimp Combo $30.00

    Four flavors. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Fish & Shrimp Combo $26.00

    Served with two sides.

  • Steak & Shrimp Dinner $38.00

    Served with two sides. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Steak Dinner $30.00

    Served with two sides. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Deep-Fried Salmon Dinner $25.00

    Served with two sides.

  • 10 Pieces Fried Chicken Dinner $24.00

    Choose two sauces. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • 6 Pieces Fried Chicken Dinner $17.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Trap Trio $50.00
  • Chicken & Shrimp Combo $26.00

    Served with two sides.

  • 10 Pieces Fried Shrimp Dinner $22.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • 10 Pieces Fried Shrimp $13.00

    Shrimp only.

  • Fried Pork Chops $17.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Chicken & Fish Combo $26.00

    Served with two sides.

  • Sides

  • Dirty Rice $6.00
  • Salads

  • Grilled Chicken Salad $15.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Shrimp Salad $17.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Crispy Chicken Salad $15.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Salmon Salad $18.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Burgers

  • Grilled Cheese Bacon Cheeseburger $17.00

    Hamburger topped with cheese and bacon.

  • Trap Mac & Cheeseburger $15.00

    Grilled or fried patty with cheese on a bun.

  • Greedy Wife Burger $17.00

    Served with french fries.

  • Cheeseburger $12.00

    Grilled or fried patty with cheese on a bun.

  • Double Cheeseburger $14.00

    Grilled or fried patty with cheese on a bun.

  • Breakfast Sandwich

  • Bacon, Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Sandwich $6.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Sandwich $5.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Egg & Cheese Sandwich $2.00

    Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness.

  • Hash Brown $1.00

    Fried shredded potatoes.

  • Desserts

  • Strawberry Shortcake $7.00
  • Oreo Cookie Pudding $7.00
  • Banana Pudding $7.00

Trap chicken Details

  • Service options

  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Locals
  • Planning

  • Accepts reservations
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

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Trap chicken Location

Trap chicken

500 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604, USA

Trap chicken Reviews

An average rating of ★4.4 from 141 user reviews.

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