By Mary Sisk
Rock River Current
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ROCKFORD — A new restaurant offering traditional fried chicken and an Arabic menu opened on East State Street last week.

Chicken Hop opened last Tuesday in the former All Day Donut, 3511 E. State St.

Chicken Hop’s menu includes fried chicken, fish, a variety of sides and a separate Arabic menu with falafel, chicken shawarma and more.

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The shop opened about two weeks after the Popeyes next door was condemned due to power loss, structural issues and code violations when a car crashed into the property on Oct. 7.

Popeyes corporate has not indicated if it will reopen or when repairs will be made. The company hasn’t returned calls seeking comment.

Hours for the new chicken store are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday.

This article is by Mary Sisk. Email her at msisk@rockrivercurrent.com or follow her on Instagram at @maryrrcurrent