Oct. 20 is dedicated as National Chicken & Waffles Day. The day honors the irresistible relationship between fried chicken and waffles, the comfort food that is steeped in African American tradition. This year, the focus lands on seven eateries scattered across the United States, where the chicken and waffles duo contributes to entrepreneurship and cultural pride. By choosing to dine at these spots, patrons not only satisfy a craving for a dish but also pour support into Black‑owned businesses.
Connie’s Chicken & Waffles
Connie’s Chicken & Waffles, the brainchild of brothers Khari and Shawn Parker, is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The restaurant’s claim to fame is its hand‑breaded chicken paired with golden waffles with a crispy edge. Since opening its doors in 2016, the spot has been a fixture at both Lexington Market and Charles Plaza.
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Kiki’s Chicken & Waffles
Kiki’s Chicken & Waffles, based out of Columbia, South Carolina, is a product of Kiki Cyrus and her crew. It proudly claims the mantle of the Midlands and is arguably the finest establishment devoted solely to the chicken‑and‑waffle fix. Across its three locations in Columbia, Harbison, and North Charleston, the menu dishes out staples headlined by the iconic chicken‑and‑waffles plate. For anyone commemorating the day in the Southeast, this Black‑owned treasure delivers the combo with a confidence that’s as rooted in community as it is in flavor.
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Eddy’s Chicken & Waffles
Eddy’s Chicken & Waffles, created by Eddy, an Ohio State University alumni, fills a Columbus gap that’s been aching for a spot devoted solely to chicken and waffles. The menu showcases chicken wings perched atop Belgian waffles, all bathed in sweet maple syrup. The kitchen stays humming from breakfast through lunch and into dinner. Tucked at 3252 Noe Bixby Rd., the doors swing open every day, ready to serve diners, to‑go orders and deliveries alike.
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Home of Chicken & Waffles
Home of Chicken & Waffles, located in Oakland, California, is a family‑run offshoot of the Los Angeles brand. The restaurant serves chicken & waffles for brunch, lunch, or dinner.
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Roscoe’s House of Chicken ‘N Waffles
Roscoe’s House of Chicken & Waffles born in 1975 at the hands of Herbert Hudson and still stands as a beacon for the Black community, even as corporate squabbles have tried to dim its glow. The celebrated chicken‑and‑waffles chain, a Southern‑California mainstay, has multiplied its locations across the region. Whether patrons drop in for brunch, lunch, or dinner, Roscoe’s has been stamping a footprint on the map since the ’70s. The chain remains a pilgrimage spot for devotees of the famous dish especially on National Chicken & Waffles Day.
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Fat’s Chicken & Waffles
Since its 2015 debut, Fat’s Chicken & Waffles has carved out a niche in Seattle, Washington. The joint is revered for its fried chicken, buttery waffles, and a community‑centric ambience that feels like a living room. The restaurant is tucked away at 2726 E Cherry St., and has rightly earns a spot on any National Chicken & Waffles Day itinerary.
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Chicago’s Home of Chicken & Waffles
Chicago’s Home of Chicken & Waffles, a soul food haven, serves classic chicken and waffles, fried catfish, and peach cobbler any time of day, whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With several locations dotted across the Chicago area, diners can enjoy a savory sit‑down meal at any location. As a chicken spot, it stands out as a must‑visit for anyone seeking Midwest flavor and a chance to support this signature staple.
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