Best Fried Chicken in Austin

Fried chicken in Austin isn't one tradition — it's at least three, running side by side: Southern/Nashville hot, Korean-style, and fast-food-chain classic. This list has all three, ranked by real Google rating.

1. The Potluck

The Potluck is a fried chicken spot.

4.7 stars, 1,329 reviews.

2. Spicy Boys Fried Chicken – South Austin

Food trailer serving pan-asian specialities & fusion fare like roti tacos in St. Elmo's beer garden.

4.7 stars, 920 reviews.

3. Spicy Boys Fried Chicken – East 6th

Spicy Boys Fried Chicken - East 6th is a budget-friendly fried chicken spot in East Austin.

4.7 stars, 655 reviews.

4. Donkey Mo's Korean Fried Chicken

Small counter-service eatery serving Korean Fried Chicken inside the H-Mart grocery complex.

4.6 stars, 870 reviews.

5. Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

Long-running chain serving spicy fried chicken & comfort sides in a low-key setting.

4.5 stars, 5,939 reviews — the most-reviewed spot on this list.

6. Tumble 22 – Texas Chicken Joint

4.4 stars, 3,820 reviews. Nashville-style hot chicken with milkshakes, beer, wine, and cocktails.

7. Bush's Chicken – South Austin

Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken, plus catfish, hushpuppies & desserts.

4.4 stars, 1,247 reviews.

8. bb.q Chicken Highland Village

Straightforward restaurant specializing in wings & Korean-style deep fried chicken dishes.

4.4 stars, 897 reviews.

9. Roots Chicken Shak

Duck-fat fried chicken, sandwiches & classic sides are served at this simple food court outpost.

4.4 stars, 182 reviews.

10. Lucy's Fried Chicken

Upscale versions of Southern staples in a refurbished old building with a deck & patio.

4.3 stars, 2,311 reviews.