Georgia knows fried chicken the way I know my grandmother’s kitchen—intimately, lovingly, and with a whole lot of respect. Growing up in the Peach State, Sundays weren’t complete without a bucket of crispy, golden chicken from a local spot we swore made it better than anywhere else.
Across Georgia, from the bustling streets of Atlanta to the slow-paced charm of Savannah, fried chicken isn’t just food—it’s a point of pride.
Georgians have strong, unwavering loyalties to their favorite joints, debating crunch levels, seasoning blends, and frying methods with the same intensity they reserve for college football. Here are the finger-lickin’ spots that have truly won Georgia’s heart—and appetite.
1. Chick-fil-A: The Hometown Hero
Born right in Atlanta in 1946, Chick-fil-A isn’t just a restaurant to Georgians—it’s practically a cultural institution! I still remember my dad taking me to the original Dwarf House location as a kid, telling me this was ‘Georgia’s gift to the world.’…