Hood says the chicken thighs are marinated in buttermilk with secret spice mix, coated with rice flour and marinated in peanut oil. Just thought I'd mention it.

This sandwich actually has the potential to be very good. But the long time readers will know that I am no fan of pickles. And in this particular case, Hood has decided to go all out. They fill the whole bottom layer with them. I have never received more pickles in any sandwich. It's to the point where even some of my friends far more tolerant of pickles than I said it was just too much. Based on that not at all vague and highly representative sample size, I feel confident in declaring that this ain't it, chief.

If you like pickles, have at it. If you don't but would still like fried chicken, just order this without the pickles. A configuration like that I would easily give a whole extra point to.