Best Phoenix restaurants for National Fried Chicken Day

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Lo-Lo"s Chicken and Waffles is the perfect place to celebrate National Fried Chicken Day.(Photo: Michael McNamara)

Forget that dietfor todaybecause July 6 isNational Fried Chicken Day.

Nothing says comfort food like this Southern dish:fried golden brown and piping hotwith a crispy,crunchy coating, and juicy, flavorful meat.Is your mouth watering yet?

Here arefive great places around the Valley to indulge infried chicken.

Lo-Lo"s Chicken & Waffles

When you think of fried chicken in Phoenix, Lo-Lo"s is at the top of the list. Owner Larry White used to bus tables at his grandmother"s restaurant, Mrs. White"s Golden Rule (also on this list), and was inspired to create his own recipes. Now anArizona-based franchise, Lo-Lo"shas locations throughout metro Phoenix and in Las Vegas, Nebraska and Texas. The fried chicken recipe features a secret blend of spices and is served on top of Lo-Lo"ssignature fluffy waffles and maple syrup. Diners can choose from a variety of combinations,washed down with a glass of sweet tea or Kool-Aid. Don"t forget to try the moist red velvet cake.The restaurant also serves all-day breakfast, sandwiches, salads,special entrees, cocktails, wine and beer.

Details: Five Valley locations, including Phoenix International Sky Harbor Airport and Chase Field.loloschickenandwaffles.com.

Welcome Chicken +Donuts

This spotnear downtown Phoenix was launched bytheowners ofWelcome Diner (which serves tasty fried chicken dishes, as well). WC+Dfocuses on Korean fried chicken, which hasa thinner batter and is fried twice, then doused in Asian-style sauces. Choose from Korean chili, Japanese barbecueor Vietnamese herb sauces. Also selecta side, such ascucumber salad, Thai yum slaw or stir-fry. Other menu items includechicken wings, ramen and a kimchichicken salad.Save room for one of the delectable doughnutsin changing, seasonal flavors.

Details: 1535 E. Buckeye Road, Phoenix.602-258-1655,welcomechickenanddonuts.com.

Fried chicken with Korean chili sauce, Thai yum slaw and a chipotle limon donut from Welcome Chicken + Donuts.(Photo: Michael Chow)

Southern Rail

Chef Justin Beckett"sstylishrestaurant in central Phoenix is hosting Birds and Bubbles in honor of National Fried Chicken Day. Guests who order the crispy fried chicken dish, which is served with Yukon gold mashed potatoes and corn on the cob, receive a freeglass of sparkling wine. The menu also features a variety of inventive Southern dishes, such ascider-brined pork loin, smoked chicken and biscuit dumplings,heirloom tomato and watermelon salad, and dirty rice b***s. Reservations are recommended.

Details: 300 W. Camelback Road, Phoenix. 602-200-0085,southernrailaz.com.

Southern Rail"s crispy fried chicken dish, which is served with Yukon gold mashed potatoes and corn on the cob.(Photo: Southern Rail)

Ezekiel"s

ThisAhwatukee eateryis a local favorite for pickup or delivery, offering stick-to-your-ribs soulfood.Order the tasty fried chicken dinner with two sides and cornbread, or enjoy your fried chicken in a sandwich. Sides include collard greens, sweet potatoes, macaroni salad and baked beans.

Details: 4825 E. Warner Road, Phoenix.480-785-4886,ezekielsphoenix.com.

The fried chicken dinner at Ezekiel"s in Ahwatukee.(Photo: Jennifer McClellan)

Mrs. White"s Golden Rule Cafe

This Phoenix institution is run by the grandmother of Larry White, who owns Lo-Lo"s. The small, casual eateryserves down-home Southern food, including oxtail, fried catfish, smothered pork chops, black-eyed peas, fried okra, macaroni and cheeseand, of course, the signature Golden Brown Southern Fried Chicken.

Details: 808 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix.602-262-9256.

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