Best Southern Fried Chicken in Atlanta, GA

Crispy, golden-brown chicken that serves as a cornerstone of the city's soul food and fine dining scenes.

The Busy Bee Cafe

Westside
4.5 / 5

The gold standard of fried chicken. Perfectly seasoned, crispy skin, and incredibly juicy meat.

Local LegendJames Beard Award WinnerSoul Food Staple
10Flavor
8Value
7Vibe

Mary Mac's Tea Room

Midtown
4.4 / 5

A true Atlanta institution. The fried chicken is classic, simple, and consistently delicious.

ClassicHistoricTourist Favorite
9Flavor
7Value
10Vibe

Paschal's

Castleberry Hill
4.2 / 5

Eating here is a history lesson and a culinary delight. The chicken recipe hasn't changed and it shouldn't.

HistoricCultural LandmarkClassic
8.5Flavor
7.5Value
9.5Vibe

Hattie B's Hot Chicken

Little Five Points
4.6 / 5

The heat levels are no joke, but the flavor underneath the spice is what keeps me coming back.

InstagrammableModern ClassicSpicy
9Flavor
8Value
9Vibe
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