This Uniquely Themed Restaurant In Kentucky Has The Best Fried Chicken You Simply Have To Try
By Andrea Limke|Published March 15, 2018
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A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
It’s no secret that Kentucky has some of the best fried chicken in the world and that, as a state, we also have our own special flair in the kitchen. A restaurant in Northern Kentucky decided to combine those delicious Kentucky roots with plenty of flavors from the deep south to create a uniquely themed eatery with some of the best fried chicken and other dishes that you have to try. Purple Poulet in Dayton, Kentucky is a hidden gem that describes itself as a “Southern Bourbon Bistro,” but all you really need to know is that you’ll want to make plans to visit this charming restaurant as soon as possible.
Purple Poulet in Dayton, Kentucky is celebrating two years of serving its version of mouthwatering fried chicken and other southern favorites.
It's located in the heart of this small town, just blocks from the Ohio River and is fairly unassuming from the outside, but is filled with wonderful surprises once you walk through the door.
Given that the name of this bistro is "Purple Poulet" (meaning chicken), you'll probably not be surprised by the theme of the decor, but you will likely be enchanted by the warmth and whimsy of its atmosphere.
The menu is filled with southern classics, crafted in unexpected ways that will keep your taste buds guessing. The fried chicken is, of course, the star of the menu, but you truly can't go wrong with any of the choices.
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If you do decide to go with fried chicken, you have a few options.
The classic Fried Chicken Dinner comes with four pieces of chicken, green beans, buttermilk-bacon whipped potatoes, and black pepper gravy. It's a great value and an incredibly memorable meal.
Their version includes a half chicken, sweet potato-bacon-cornbread waffle,
pecan butter, and maple-bourbon syrup. It's Kentucky meets the deep south, all on one plate.
If you are in the mood for something other than chicken, Purple Poulet should still top your list of places to try.
The shrimp n' grits are amazing, as well as their take on the Hot Brown and the fried catfish. The bread is also a standout with cornbread and peanut butter and jelly bread. Go ahead and order a basket of freshly made biscuits.
If Purple Poulet weren't already known for their fried chicken, they'd be famous for their homemade desserts.
When your server asks if you've saved room for dessert, just go ahead and answer, "yes!" Take it home if you have to, but don't miss out on their creme brulee or bread pudding.
Purple Poulet is a little bistro in a small town with big flavors and enormous character. It's a step into a Charleston dining room or a New Orleans cafe, but it's right here in the Bluegrass State.
Add this fried chicken haven to your bucket list and make sure to report back once you've tried some of the delicious southern dishes at this unique Kentucky gem!
We love restaurants that take the best of Kentucky and combine it with a unique flair and flavor that make it a one-of-a-kind dining destination. Purple Poulet does just that! Have you tried the fried chicken and other southern specialties at Purple Poulet? Any other unique small town restaurants in Kentucky we should check out? We’d love to hear about them in the comments!
Purple Poulet is located at 603 6th Ave., Dayton, Kentucky 41074. The restaurant is open Tuesday – Thursday from 5 pm to 9 pm, Friday and Saturday from 5 pm to 10 pm, and is closed Sunday and Monday. For more information, visit their website here and follow along with them on Facebook here.
And for more of the best fried chicken spots in Kentucky, check out our previous article here.
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