In Nebraska, regulars cross county lines for the chicken-fried steak at this long-standing café

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If you crave comfort food that tastes like home, Shirley’s Diner is where your map should end. Locals whisper about the chicken-fried steak, and people actually drive across county lines to prove the legend right. You get big flavors, bigger portions, and service that feels like a friendly nudge to relax and stay awhile.

Pull up a booth and bring an appetite, because this Omaha classic means business.

The Legendary Chicken-Fried Steak

You hear about it first from locals, then you taste the hype. Shirley’s chicken-fried steak arrives with a shattering crunch, juicy inside, and a snowfall of peppery white gravy. Mashed potatoes sit like clouds, with green beans for balance…

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