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Best Fried Chicken in Jacksonville, FL

From classic Southern plates to flavorful wings and fusion favorites!

Top Spots for Fried Chicken in the 904

Craving crispy comfort food? Discover where to find the juiciest, crunchiest fried chicken Jacksonville has to offer!

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Metro Diner

This Jacksonville classic serves up some seriously delicious fried chicken! From their fried chicken sandwich to their chicken biscuits, you can expect crunchy, juicy goodness from Metro Diner. We recommend getting their chicken and waffles - the perfect balance of savory and sweet - which comes with their signature strawberry butter. Can you say YUM?
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Dave's Hot Chicken

Look who's bringing the heat to Jacksonville! Dave's Hot Chicken at Town Center has chicken lovers flocking to get their hands on those famous Nashville-style tenders. With spice levels ranging from mild to the tear-jerking "Reaper," this spot is serving up crispy goodness that's worth every bite. The vibrant murals and energetic vibe make it the perfect place to spice up your shopping day at Town Center!

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Sweet Mama's Southern Homestyle Cookin

If you're craving Southern home-cooking done right, Sweet Mama's is the spot for you! This family-owned and operated, Black-owned business serves up soul-satisfying Southern cuisine that'll make you feel like you're sitting right at the family table. When it comes to fried chicken, they've got you covered — from classic fried chicken wings to tender chicken tenders, and even a mouthwatering Chicken & Waffles combo. Come hungry and leave happy!
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Coop 303

For a more elevated fried chicken experience, head over to Coop 303 in the heart of Atlantic Beach's Town Center! This rooftop restaurant lets you enjoy the ocean breeze while indulging in some seriously delicious fried chicken dishes. Whether you're adding it to a fresh salad, or going all-in on one of their incredible brunch handhelds — like the classic 303 Chicken Sandwich or the fan-favorite Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich with buttermilk fried chicken and tequila pickles — there's something for every fried chicken lover here!
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bb.q Chicken

For a totally unique fried chicken experience, bb.q Chicken is bringing the flavors of Seoul straight to Jacksonville! Their Korean fried chicken is hand-brushed, hand-battered, and fried low and slow in the traditional Korean method, resulting in an unforgettably crispy, juicy, and tender bite unlike anything you've had before. Toss it in one of their signature sauces — from traditional Korean favorites to bold new creations — and you've got yourself a fried chicken experience worth clucking about!
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Bold Birds Nashville Hot Chicken

If you want a little spice on your chicken, Bold Birds Nashville Hot Chicken is the way to go! The owners moved from Nashville to Murray Hill to open up this truly authentic spot. From their Classic flavor to ‘Hotter Than a Mothhttps://boldbirdshotchicken.com/er Clucker’, there’s a spicy fired chicken sandwich for everyone! Stop in for a taste of Southern Hospitality right here in Jacksonville!
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THC Trap House Chicken

Check out the $baller menu$ over at Trap House Kitchen for some amazing and authentic Southern Fried Chicken! Try the Fried Chicken and Waffles, or the Carol Tha Homewrecker sandwich (buffalo and ranch, lol). Their Side Chick fired chicken sandwiches put Chick-Fil-A and Popeyes to shame!
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Shut'Em Down Authentic Southern

Authentic is in the name, and one bite of their fried chicken will tell you exactly why! The food at Shut’Em Down Authentic Southern Restaurant is cooked to order and always fresh. It’ll taste just like your grandma used to make, making this some of the best fried chicken in Jacksonville!
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Hangar Bay Cafe & Gallery

Fried chicken and Japanese Ramen is an unlikely combination, but it sure is a delicious one! Hangar Bay Cafe & Gallery doesn’t want to identify as either a Japanese restaurant or a Soul Food spot, because they’re a little of everything! Their Four Piece Fried Chicken meal is seriously delicious, and if you’re really hungry, try it with their Bayou Ramen! This unlikely combination will definitely have you coming back for more!
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Becca McCandless

Becca McCandless

Duval Native | Sunshine State ☀️ | Aspiring Plant Mom 🌱

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