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The Ultimate Guide to The Best Fried Chicken in Austin

  • November 01, 2022
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Austin is home to many different restaurants that put their own unique twist on a classic favorite: fried chicken! This savory comfort food is beloved among locals and a must-try for those visiting Austin.

From crunchy and crispy on the inside to juicy and tender on the inside, the fried chicken in Austin will have your mouth watering no matter which restaurant you try! We have compiled a list of the best fried chicken in Austin for you to try for yourself!

📷 Lucy's Fried Chicken

1. Lucy's Fried Chicken

Whenever we think about Lucy’s Fried Chicken, we can practically taste the comfort food! The combination of the crunchy, homemade batter on the fried chicken with the perfectly seasoned fries with a surprising kick makes Lucy’s a top contender for the best fried chicken in Austin.

Hours & Location

South Congress
🗓 SUN–THU | 11AM–9PM
🗓 FRI & SAT | 11AM–10PM

Cedar Park
🗓 SUN–THU | 11AM–8:30PM
🗓 FRI & SAT | 11AM–9PM

 

📍 South Congress | 2218 College Ave, Austin, TX 78704
📍 Cedar Park | A, 401 E Whitestone Blvd, #108, Cedar Park, TX 78613

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best fried chicken in austin

2. Bird Bird Biscuit

If you live in Austin, you’ve definitely heard people raving about Bird Bird Biscuit, and we certainly can’t blame them! The combo of their fluffy and buttery biscuit with their fresh fried chicken is nothing short of fried chicken magic. Take it from us, the Queen Beak is a favorite of ours that combines savory and sweet into one perfect chicken biscuit.

Hours & Location

🗓 MON–WED | 7:30AM–2PM
🗓 THU–SAT | 7:30AM–9PM
🗓 SUN | 7:30AM–3PM

 

📍 2701 Manor Road, Austin, TX 78722

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📷 Tumble 22

3. Tumble 22

At Tumble 22 you pick what type of fried chicken you want and then pick your heat level from “Wimpy” to “Cluckin’ Hot”! Out of the many places to get some of the best fried chicken in Austin, this one is perfect to grab one of their family packs and have a picnic in the park.

Hours & Location

Burnet
🗓 SUN-THUR | 11AM–9PM
🗓 FRI-SAT | 11AM-9:30PM

Lake Austin
🗓 SUN-THUR | 11AM–9PM
🗓 FRI-SAT | 11AM-9:30PM

Cedar Park
🗓 SUN-THUR | 11AM–9PM
🗓 FRI-SAT | 11AM-9:30PM

 

📍 Burnet | 7211 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78757
📍 Lake Austin | 2304 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX 78703
📍 Cedar Park| 4501 183A Frontage Rd, Cedar Park, TX 78613

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📷 Spicy Boys Fried Chicken

4. Spicy Boys Chicken

Spicy Boys is a restaurant that is well known for their fried chicken wings which have been named the “Best Fried Chicken in Austin” by Austin Monthly Magazine. It’s no surprise why they are so beloved because their combination of sweet chili-honey sauce with fried shallots and scallions along with their secret seasoning will you craving another bite. Spicy Boys is also a perfect option for vegetarians and vegans since they have cauliflower wings and a fried tempeh sandwich on their menu!

Hours & Location

East Austin

🗓 MON | 11AM-9PM

🗓 TUE–THU | 11AM–10PM
🗓 FRI & SAT | 11AM–11PM
🗓 SUN | 11AM–8PM

South Austin
🗓 MON–THU | 11AM–10PM
🗓 FRI & SAT | 11AM–11PM
🗓 SUN | 11AM–8PM

 

📍 East Austin | 1701 E 6th St, Austin, Texas 78702
📍 South Austin | 440 E Saint Elmo Rd, G-2, Austin, TX 78745

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📷 Happy Chicks

5. Happy Chicks

Happy Chicks has something for everyone with options for original, spicy, grilled, or even vegan chicken tenders. Take it from someone who appreciates a myriad of sauces with her fried chicken, Happy Chicks has fifteen homemade Happy Sauces to take your meal here to the next level!

Hours & Location

East 6th
🗓 SUN–THUR | 11AM–12AM
🗓 FRI & SAT | 11AM–2AM

Burnet
🗓 Every Day | 10:30AM–10PM

 

📍 East 6th | 214 E 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701
📍 Burnet | 6425 Burnet Road, Austin, TX 78757

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📷 Gus's Fried Chicken

6. Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

While Gus’s is a local Austin favorite, they started in Tennessee and there are now 29 locations across the U.S. including the one we love in Austin! While their recipe for their famous hot and spicy fried chicken has been a family secret since 1953, the secret is out about this delicious spot for fried chicken in Austin.

Hours & Location

🗓 SUN–THUR | 11AM–9PM
🗓 FRI & SAT | 11AM–10PM

 

📍 117 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701

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📷 Flyrite Chicken

7. Flyrite Chicken Sandwiches

Flyrite’s chicken sandwiches are simple, yet positively devourable! Their locally named sandwiches like the Club 512 and The Greenbelt put a fun twist on the crispy fried chicken sandwiches at this locally-owned fast-food restaurant.

Hours & Location

East Austin
🗓 Every Day | 11AM–9PM

Burnet
🗓 Every Day | 11AM–9PM

 

📍 East Austin | 2129 E 7th Street, Austin, TX 78702
📍 Burnet | 6539 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX, 78757

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📷 Project Pollo

8. Project Pollo

This plant-based fried chicken company was featured on Shark Tank is great for anyone looking for a healthier alternative to traditional chicken. Project Pollo even has nuggets you can order to keep at home and cook!

Hours & Location

🗓 MON-THU | 11AM–9PM

🗓 FRI | 11AM–10PM

🗓 SAT & SUN | 10AM–10PM

📍1911 Aldrich Street, Suite 100 Austin, TX 78723

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📷 Colleen's Kitchen

9. Colleen's Kitchen

Colleen’s Kitchen Is a family owned restaurant with a Southern style menu. This cute spot at Mueller is a great place to get some fried chicken in a place that feels like home!

Hours & Location

South Austin
🗓 MON-FRI | 11AM–11PM

🗓 SAT & SUN | 10AM–11PM

East Austin
🗓 TUES-SUN | 12PM–10PM

🗓MON | CLOSED

 

📍 South Austin | 2209 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

📍 East Austin | 1401 Rosewood Ave A-1, Austin, TX 78702

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📷 Sawyer and Co.

10. Sawyer and Co.

This Eastside spot, Sawyer & Co., has a cute patio area and brings the goodness of New Orleans to Austin. The diner looking restaurant offers large portion sizes of great Southern comfort food!

Hours & Location

🗓 MON & TUES | 9AM–3PM

🗓 WED-SUN | 9AM–9PM

 

📍827 East Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX 78702

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Looking For More?

Check out the Stuff to Do in Austin City Guide page for more of the best spots in your part of town. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and tag us @StuffToDoInAustin in all your foodie adventures so we can follow along!

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