Fran's Chicken Haven

If you're curious as to the intricate techniques in making good chicken, pay attention: Fran's chickens are scalded before getting dipped and fried. Dipped in what? Employees won't say, but grab a seat at the counter, peer into the open kitchen, and you can pretty much see for yourself. What separates Fran's chicken from the sad birds at ubiquitous fry-huts is a commitment to cooking every order from scratch. The formula has kept them in business since Lyndon Johnson was in office. Half a chicken (four pieces) with coleslaw, fries, and a biscuit costs less than $11; it's the juiciest, most thickly crusted bird around.

• Cuisine(s): American, Fried Chicken, Soul Food, Southern

  Hours: Mon-Sat 11am-8pm

  Price: $

  Payment Types: MasterCard, Visa, American Express, cash

• Attire: casual

  Features: Takeout, Private Party, Catering, Wheelchair Accessible, Kid Friendly

  Serving: Dinner, Lunch

  Alcohol: None

• Reservations: Not Accepted

  Parking: Free, Lot Available