The Ultimate Fried Chicken Bucket List In Kentucky You've Been Waiting For
Andrea Limke
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Kentucky knows fried chicken. Many would say this finger-licking delicacy was created in the Bluegrass State, thanks to Colonel Sanders and Lee Cummings. Whether this is true or not, one thing we know to be fact is that Kentucky serves up the crispiest, juiciest recipes you’ll find anywhere else. If you ask anyone in the state where to get the best fried chicken in Kentucky, you’ll surely get many different answers. So, here it is – the list you’ve been waiting for. We suggest adding it to your bookmarks so you can start planning the ultimate Fried Chicken Bucket List in Kentucky.
1. Greyhound Tavern
2. Sander's Cafe
3. Beaumont Inn
4. Joe's Drive-Inn Chicken
5. Ramsey's Diner
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6. Merrick Inn
7. Parkette Drive In
8. Shirley Mae's Cafe
9. Bangie's Cafe
EDITOR'S NOTE: This restaurant is now permanently closed.
10. Colonial Cottage
EDITOR'S NOTE: This restaurant was demolished due to a fire.
11. World Chicken Festival
Now that you know fried chicken is a southern staple in Kentucky done right, are your taste buds starting to salivate? We’d also love to know if you’ve been to some of the fried chicken joints on this list. Which ones did we miss? Feel free to let us know in the following comments section.
After indulging in a couple of fried chickens, how about trying some tasty Kentucky BBQ too? For ideas of where to go, check out our previous coverage of some top BBQ restaurants in Kentucky. And, if you’d like to try some unique dishes when you’re in the Bluegrass State, I suggest taking a look at Tripadvisor for local restaurant recommendations.
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What's the best place to get chicken and waffles in Kentucky?
We think you'll find some of the best chicken and waffles in Kentucky at Local Feed. Based in Georgetown, this farm-to-table restaurant has developed a reputation for making phenomenal bourbon-based cocktails and southern favorites such as crispy fried chicken. Their infamous chicken and waffles are smothered and served smothered with seasoned maple syrup on top of fluffy waffles. The novel dish is also topped with shishito peppers. Yum!
If you're planning to be in Bardstown, Kentucky, we also recommend trying the chicken and waffles at the Stephen Foster Restaurant.
What are some of the best BBQ restaurants in Kentucky?
Here are some of the best BBQ restaurants in Kentucky:
- Bubby's BBQ in Corbin: Enjoy ribs and more when you dine at this local joint that has an all-you-can-eat buffet too.
- J & B Barbecue & Catering in Henderson: Along with enjoying the BBQ classics served here, part of the charm of dining at this popular restaurant is its decor.
- Starnes Barbecue in Paducah: After you've indulged in some brisket, ribs, chicken, pulled pork, and side dishes, we suggest taking a bottle of their special sauce home with you too.
- Red State BBQ in Lexington: Locals and visitors flock to this popular restaurant to chow on ribs, brisket, barbecue pulled pork, and more!
We also recommend taking our BBQ restaurant road trip to enjoy some delicious ribs and more when you're in Kentucky.