Best Fried chicken in Jacksonville

6 restaurant menus in United States, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Smithfield's Chicken 'n Bar-b-q
Smithfield's Chicken 'n Bar-b-q
87/100 (1072 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Barbecue
Barbecue
American
American
Dinner
Lunch
Pork
Pulled Pork
Fried chicken
BBQ Chicken
Potato Salad
Sweet Tea
Combo Plate Dark Without the Barbecue
Sit down
American
Barbecue
Delivery
Takeout
Drive Thru
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"We have traveled from WA to NC, and this was our first outing out. We were welcomed with a warm smile and a hello. We did have a small problem with..."
Brandi Jones
"I would give this place 10 stars if I could. One of the most friendly places I have ever entered. The staff was WONDERFUL and the food was great! We..."
Sherie Loverkamp
"I went in drive threw and found the staff to be very friendly and smiling. Great job and thank you for making my day. Please pay these employees ..."
Evans Mcbride
"Delaney and staff were so incredible. She made our experience so personal and cordial. She checked on us multiple times and was very attentive. 3..."
wayne Larsson
"Took a scenic drive through Eastern NC to visit on the day they opened their newly built location which sits right next to the old restaurant...."
Jon Strickland
"KC and staff were amazing! We love this location and the food is always great! See you soon..."
Melanie Larsson
"Very friendly staff and very good food. It has Tesla super chargers so you can grab a solid meal while charging your car. I recommend the large bbq..."
Richie Newbill
"As always, great customer service and quality food. The food was fresh and tasted..."
Krishna Chetty
"Food was outstanding as usual never had a bad experience with Smithfields. I had the combination plate with BBQ chicken it was..."
Don :p
"Me and my husband went to Smithfield’s on Gumbranch for dinner tonight and had a great experience. Omar provided us great customer service. He was..."
Lexie
"Long wait for basic orders ... Plenty of electric car chargers, and a great chopped BBQ sandwich.... Pricey for a drive..."
darius mitchell
"We regret not visiting sooner! The food is great and the costumer service is better. It was a pleasant dinner and we will be visiting again. Shout..."
Billie Jo Vo
"I had an amazing dining experience thanks to Christie, our server. She was incredibly caring, friendly, and attentive… made us feel..."
VJ
"Awesome experience. The Carolina style pulled pork was awesome and the hush puppies were great too. Super friendly staff. I'll be coming back..."
Steve
Famous Amos
Famous Amos
86/100 (1731 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Buscuit Eggs Hash Browns
Pot Roast
Spaghetti
Steak and Eggs
Turkey and Dressing
Coconut Cream Pie
Fried chicken
Gizzards
Country Fried Steak
Homemade Biscuits
Cheeseburger
Shrimp and Grits
Chicken & Dumplings
Western Omelette w Grits
Turkey Dressing w Sides
Home Fries or Heade Hash Browns
Beef Liver Onions Heavy Mashed Potatoes and Fried Okra
Eggs Grits and Biscuit Sausage Patties
Pan Fry Breakfast Fried Tomatoes and Grits
Deluxe Chef Salad
American
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"A childhood staple of mine. I hadn't been there in almost 15 years and yet the Mrs. Moore's omelet tasted exactly as I remembered. The sweet tea was..."
Chris Webstah
"Pretty good breakfast. Corn bread was hot n fresh, chicken and eggs were also very good. Staff was friendly and..."
Gabe Rav
"My first visit here. It was a nice experience. They were welcoming and clean. They have a great menu with all day breakfast. My husband had breakfast..."
Robert Abbott
"I ordered the Pan Fry with ham and a biscuit. It was really good, but the biscuits aren't the same as they were 20 years ago. I enjoyed it and will..."
Tracy M. Haley
"This was our first time here and we will definitely go back. Our server Vicky was great. We ordered onion rings and they came out fast and were..."
Regena Pinkerton
"This is a great hole-in-the-wall restaurant. The service is great. A lot of veterans eat there. The food is good. The reason why I gave it 4..."
Robert Driessen
"You haven't enjoyed Shrimp and Grits until you've eaten the dish prepared fresh, here! A 10 out of 10! And the homemade biscuits are THE..."
L G Lewis
"Home cooked veggies. Fried chicken breast over rice with chicken gravy. All good. Very nostalgic. Remember the 1st Famous @ the corner of Arlington..."
Rose Mary Mckenzie
"Food was fresh,hot and really good. Had a great waitress as well! Its comfort food similar to Cracker Barrel but definitely has more vegetable..."
Jerry Withrow
"Amazing on all accounts, seated fast, food was splendid and fresh. Waiter was outstanding definitely should earn raise or a bonus, he was friendly..."
xxOVERUNxx
"Haven't had it since I was a kid 25 yrs ago. Exactly how I remembered. My palate has obviously grown since. But 5 stars for nostalgia. Also, bring..."
Bryan Pope
"The place is old and a little rundown. But so am I. The food and staff were very good. I’d definitely recommend this..."
joe moratore
"Awesome place! I had the waffle, bacon and eggs. The homestyle potatoes were not fully cooked or seasoned...other than that the food was great. My..."
Seidah El-Amin
"Ordered to go yesterday (Sunday). First time eating food from here and it was so tasty! I always pass by and the parking lot is packed and this will..."
Stefanie Kelly
"Mary and Kim took very good care of Dad and me professional and fast. Food was excellent. Dad is still talking about the salad. Thank you,..."
Mitch Watson
The Kettle Diner
The Kettle Diner
84/100 (9151 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
American
Diner
Diner
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Bacon Cheese Fries
Omelette
Buttermilk Pancakes
Cakes
Sweet Potato Fries
Fried Okra
Shrimp
Smothered Chicken
Fried chicken
Liver & Onions
Salads
Pancakes
Breakfast Tacos
Chocolate cake
Country Fried Steak
hot chocolate
Salad
Chicken Parmesan
Juice
Clam Chowder
Fried Jumbo Shrimp
Chicken Hibachi
Chicken & Waffles Breakfast
The Kettle Country Omelette
French Toast
Homemade Kettle Lumpia
Toasts
Burger
Sit down
American
Diner
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Our family love this place. Feels like home. All staff are truly accommodating and kind, foods are undeniably palatable and affordable, and the place..."
Nemia Bigata Skrocki
"They have a variety of food to choose from. You can get breakfast all day as well. Their cheese fries with bacon are awesome. Pancakes, Mozzarella..."
Lacie S
"Good ol'fashion diner, with all day breakfast, and great lunch and dinner specials. The atmosphere was reminiscent of the old diner days that for the..."
harold reynolds
"The Kettle Diner is a wonderful restaurant that is a MUST visit during your time in Jacksonville. The people, food, and service is beyond amazing. I..."
Carter Perry
"Great food service and price. The staff could not have been more wonderful. I am upset it took us so long to make it to Kettle. Will be back for..."
Sandy Bruce
"We parked & People were coming out as well as going in. We enter and the place is full of folks, plus more folks are coming in. So we know we made a..."
Wernell Fast
"My first time with the family here. Food was great but the service was amazing. My wife makes a better chicken parmigiana since she uses an entire..."
Bloodrain 81
"I can’t believe this is my first time here. All I can think of right now is all the times I could have come here instead of IHOP, Denny’s or..."
E S
"Great service, extensive menu. We had the daily special which was meatloaf with two sides, Chicken parmasan with spaghetti and garlic bread. This..."
J Y
"Going to be our new favorite breakfast spot... Wonderful experience... Food was so good... Staff was very kind... Looking forward to going back..."
cornsnaketamer
"The "Kettle" as we locals refer to it is one of the best breakfast, lunch, and dinner eateries in all of Jacksonville, if not Onslow County. The food..."
Bill O'Leary
"Food is pretty good, it's the staff that I love. These ladies bust tail to get you taken care of and they are always..."
Carolyn White
"Pretty darn good, and I was pleasantly surprised by that. Diners are hit or miss for us, and I can say this one was a hit. I could tell how popular..."
Carly Kjelstrom
"It's no secret that The Kettle Diner has great food, prices and staff. But I just wanna make this loud and clear to all - DO NOT SLEEP ON THE..."
Nathan
"🥓The food was pretty good. The service was pretty good. Had to ask for utensils as our food came. Coffee was OK. Decor seems to fit a different..."
Música RP
Smithfield's Chicken 'n Bar-b-q
Smithfield's Chicken 'n Bar-b-q
83/100 (1128 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Barbecue
Fast food
Barbecue
American
American
Fast Food
Dinner
Lunch
Shrimp with Fries
Fried Shrimp Plate with Brunswick Stew
Crispy Chicken and Fries
BBQ Sandwich Online
Pork
Fried chicken
Milk
Chicken Fingers
Sweet Tea
BBQ Chicken
Dr Pepper
Chicken Wings with Fries
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Chicken Fries & Coleslaw
Combination White Platter
Large BBQ Plate Online
Brunswick Stew BBQ Sandwich Shrimp Platter
Baked Beans and Brunswick Stew
Brunswick Stew Baked Beans and Hush Puppies
Sit down
Barbecue
Fast food
American
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Gift Cards Available
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Kyle Colón was amazing and very hospitable to everyone that came into the premises. He is what every employee needs to strive to be. Get him a..."
Bloodrain 81
"These tubs of food were full about 20 minutes ago. Ordered for take out for our grandsons 1st Birthday. Food was ready as promised and arrived fresh..."
Michael Donovan
"This place doesn't disappoint. They are friendly, and the pulled pork is good. We liked the fried chicken as well. It had a nice crispy coating and..."
Dennis s
"Went through the drive through and had Kyle as our server(customer service specialist, bc when you have him you can expect the best service!) and we..."
Casey Flynn
"We love ordering catering from the Yopp Road location! We’ve ordered multiple times and the food and service is AMAZING. They go the extra mile by..."
Melissa Jones
"Great service and delicious, fresh food! Staff was very friendly and attentive. Herschel and his crew took care of us and we will definitely come..."
Crystal B
"One of our most favorite places in Jacksonville. Good down home food that warms your heart. The employees are exceptional, professional, personable,..."
Edward & Jaimie Binkley
"Another great visit to this business. The staff is always very respectful and greet you, in or out with a smile, and the appropriate kind gesture. We..."
James Doyle
"Stopped by Smithfield's BBQ and Chicken. I had the BBQ chicken platter with baked beans, brunswick stew and hushpuppies which I thoroughly enjoyed...."
James Watkins
"I had the shrimp snack(a full cup of shrimp), and mom had the chicken wing snack(4 wings and fries). One word: Delicious. I've never had a bad..."
Kay Brannon
"I have passed this Smithfield’s numerous times and just hadn’t stopped. I had another Smithfield’s another time and it was good but I just..."
Bill Pratt
"Honestly dont ever come to smithfields but i decided to try it and this particular one it was great my food came before i even got to the table and..."
Jose Escamilla
"Barbecue was cooked to the perfection expected of Smithfield's, unfortunately not all locations meet the mark. Very pleased at this one. Our chicken..."
Beverly Strickland
"This is one of the best eat in locations in town! With great food as a reason to stop in, the service truly is the reason to dine in!!! Everyone is..."
Tabitha Golden
"Good meal not crowded will go back again and try the..."
Harvey Moran
"Really good chicken tenders and Brunswick stew here. Other great options as well and the employees are..."
Thomas Crutchfield Jr
Chicken Country
Chicken Country
75/100 (903 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Chicken Fried Steak
Baked Chicken and Cabbage
Dumplings
Single Chicken Breast
Fried chicken
Gizzards
Fried Catfish
Corn on the Cob
Frog Legs
American
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The food is amazing. My husband got chicken breast and leg, mashed potatoes and gravy, and potato wedges. I got Cajun popcorn chicken and Mexican..."
Heather Stopa
"Always the best food, and served with a smile. Our favorite place to..."
Mandy Harrell
"This is the BEST catfish ever! And the beans and greens are heaven! Worth the trip from New Jersey!..."
Samuel Hunt
"Absolutely the best gizzards around. ���. Everything else is really good also. But in the end I get the gizzards..."
Michelle Hammer
"This is one of my all time favorite places to eat. Lots of good memories..."
Ida Golden
"The best every time Bridgett and the guys work hard to keep up the quality and it shows. Do not forget the brisket on Saturday and Monday it is the..."
Jack Brickell
"Chicken country has been in this community for years! Always been a great place to eat! Fast service and friendly atmosphere ! Sunday's, Tuesday's ,..."
Kim Grigsby
"Good food and good people!! They have a variety of food. Yummy..."
Ginger James Marshall
"Over the last 7 years that I have been eating here, I have now had at least one serving of every item on the menu. All of it has been very delicious...."
Tommy Basden
"Delicious!! I had the chicken strips. Best chicken strips I've had in a..."
Connie Jeffery Sides
"Fried chicken don't get no better than this! It's Country Boy Loaded!!! Don't forget those pinto beans!..."
Greg Peters
"Amazing Fried Chicken!. I have to say that Chicken Country may have the best fried chicken I've ever eaten. The meat was very moist and tasted great...."
Cody Slyter
"Favorite friday spot!! Chicken and dumplings are comparable to my mom's!! Mashed potatoes and white gravy, fried okra, and peach cobbler are my..."
Trish
"Don't waste your money on any other chicken place. With our party of 4 we tasted a little of everything from their cafeteria style buffet. Everything..."
TravelingTaster
"Oh my! I love this place! Southern food at it's best! This place has been there a while now. Buttered rolls and two kinds of cornbread made several..."
CupcakeRN
"Home cooking, great prices, hot rolls and peach cobbler!. Real home cooking with quick and friendly service. Have tried the popcorn chicken, baked..."
RKS
"Good gizzards. Well seasoned chicken and gizzards good veggies and rolls. good prices i prefer it to any of the chain places. If it's busy check your..."
Wayne
"Down-home, Southern cooking with a full choice of vegetables (yes, tasty vegetables) and other sides. Try the peach cobbler. Try the pecan pie...."
Eileen Mulcahy Feldman
"I left this draft post in my BlackBerry and thought I ought to finish it. We ran across Chicken Country after visiting nearby Little Rock Air Force..."
Bill Hensley
"This place is very popular in the area for the chicken and livers. The food is very good but uou will be paying for the quality of the food and..."
#Lawrence #Hammersley
"I love this place. The food is good and the service is always great. I might go again..."
Brandon Ready
"Best place around to get good, fried chicken livers. They're always fresh and never over cooked like most places. The rolls must be homemade because..."
Michelle Hastings
"excellent customer service excellent food my only issue. Was $30 for this sure I had some great food some of the best food I've ever ate but I don't..."
Bob The Voice Gilbert
"It was really good food and tasted fresh. Loved the chicken and the chicken gizzards. Cole slaw was good too! Great service. A bit more expensive..."
Shannon yowell
Arby's
Arby's
74/100 (2045 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Steak
Fried chicken
Gyro
Arby's Signature Sandwiches
Arby's We Have the Meats
Loaded Curly Fries
Buttermilk Crispy Chicken
Classic Roast Beef
Kings Hawaiian Chicken Sandwich
Half Pound French Dip
American
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"It's good... Mainly get stuff their whenever it comes up cause it tends to be my wife's default food..."
Taylor James
"Pretty normal Arby's. I only went through the drive thru, but the food was fine other than the unsweetened ice tea, whiched seemed like it was a few..."
Jacob Kizer
"I actually appreciate this place above alot of fast food restaurants that i visit. Most of the time they are quick and the food is always good. I..."
Apeh Mighty
"This is the best fast food restaurant I have been to in years and years. The staff are fast and friendly, the order is fast and right, and food is..."
Lacy Horton
"My son works at ups on Imeson. He gets off at 11pm. So Arby's is in the pilot. We go there quite often. The food is great. But I really want to..."
Rosetta Rycroft
"Food was great, market turkey market Ruben. Fries were hot, even offered to warm up our cookies for us which we took them up on good experience...."
Kenneth Schenavar
"I love the beef n cheddar with the horsey sauce. Another good one is the Reuben. Definitely worth a..."
Karina Teer
"It's inside of a Pilot truck stop. No one bothered me while I waited for my shower number to be..."
iran bass
"I love going to this Arby's! The employees make the atmosphere! The food is fresh and they are..."
D Smitty
"It's a truckers stop. Gas n dash food. Service is ok. Workers have no personality. They are not smiling not making small talk. They do not interact..."
Kristy J Doll
"Went through the drive thru, kind of a long wait but the food was worth..."
RapidFire H2O
"a This Arby's is in with a Pilot Gas Station so their open 24 hrs, this location is always clean with fast & friendly service. Our visits usually..."
Joel Martin
"They have one of the best turkey ranch and bacon sandwiches this side of the Mississippi. Customer service needs to improve a bit. Wait time in..."
Emily
"Great customer service. The food is still Arbys tho. It is great that it is inside a..."
Michael Miller
"So they didn't have anything that I wanted but what I did get it was ok but was not hot.. the chicken sandwich was soggy and the Fry's were..."
Shannon Gage
"The food is always good. The servers don't always act very friendly, but they get the job done. It's in a truckstop and always busy, make time for..."
Lisa Brett