This Old-School Restaurant In New Orleans Serves Chicken Dinners To Die For

There’s something so satisfying about a homemade chicken dinner. When the craving strikes, there are countless restaurants around the city where you can get some delicious chicken, but none compare to this old-school restaurant. Let’s check it out.

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This old-school restaurant was originally established as a bar in 1957. In 1958, they moved to their current location and added a barbershop and a beauty salon, which ran until the early 1970’s. After the beauty salon closed down, the restaurant opened its doors and it’s been a neighborhood favorite ever since.

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The best things come to those who wait, and trust us—their food is worth the wait.

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Not only has this restaurant won the prestigious James Beard Award, but they’ve also earned recognition from the Food Network and the Travel Channel for having the best fried chicken in America.

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And still serving up the same fried chicken that made them a local landmark for over 50 years.

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You’ll have a tough time choosing from options like butter beans, macaroni & cheese, sweet potato fries, Brussels sprouts, and more.

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And some cornbread muffins. You won’t regret it.

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The menu also features fried fish, veal, salads, red beans & rice, and other options.

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They’re open Monday-Saturday from 10am-8pm.

Have you ever eaten here? Share your experience in the comments below!