Hopocan Gardens serves Barberton Fried Chicken in the standard local style: fried chicken pieces paired with fries, coleslaw, and hot sauce. The bird is part of the same Barberton tradition that prizes a simple seasoning profile and a crisp fried crust over heavy breading or elaborate marinades. The plate eats as a complete comfort meal, with the tangy slaw and sauce keeping the fried chicken from feeling too heavy. It is one of the four restaurants most often named as a home base for the dish.