{"id":362815,"date":"2026-07-06T16:49:08","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T16:49:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/362815\/"},"modified":"2026-07-06T16:49:08","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T16:49:08","slug":"its-national-fried-chicken-day-heres-where-to-find-the-best-in-collin-county-local-profile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/362815\/","title":{"rendered":"It\u2019s National Fried Chicken Day \u2014 Here\u2019s Where To Find The Best In Collin County &#8211; Local Profile"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you like it spicy, sweet or a good ol\u2019 classic, this list brings the best crunch<\/p>\n<p class=\"dropcap\">Crispy, juicy, perfectly seasoned fried chicken sounds simple\u2026 until it isn\u2019t. The magic is all in the details: heat, timing, seasoning and that all-important crunch. One small misstep and you\u2019re in soggy territory.<\/p>\n<p>From Southern-style classics born of rich culinary tradition to ultra-crispy Korean fried chicken glazed in sweet-spicy sauces, this dish has traveled far and perfected itself in a lot of delicious directions along the way.<\/p>\n<p>Collin County may not be the birthplace of fried chicken, but it\u2019s very much in the game. We rounded up where to get your fix (finger lickin\u2019 required):<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/babeschicken.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Babe&#8217;s Chicken Dinner House<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nMultiple locations<\/p>\n<p>Babe\u2019s Chicken Dinner House is a Frisco staple steeped in local history, decked out with vintage tractors, fire trucks and plenty of quirky chicken-themed d\u00e9cor. Known for its crunchy, juicy fried chicken served family-style, it comes with classic sides like mashed potatoes, green beans, creamed corn and salad. It\u2019s kitschy, it\u2019s classic and it\u2019s all about saving room for the chicken.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"bbq-chicken-1-mark-stuertz\" id=\"file-4100049\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/bbq-chicken-1-mark-stuertz.jpg;w=960.jpeg\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\nPhoto: Mark Stuertz | Local Profile&#13;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bbqchicken.com\/?utm_source=local%20profile&amp;utm_campaign=local%20profile%3A%20outbound&amp;utm_medium=referral\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">bb.q Chicken<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\nMultiple locations<\/p>\n<p>At bb.q Chicken \u2014 short for \u201cbest of the best quality\u201d \u2014 a chalkboard breaks down the meticulous process behind its signature crunch. Chicken is marinated for at least 12 hours, then fried in olive oil in a precise order: drumsticks, thighs, breasts, then wings.<\/p>\n<p>The result is Korean-style fried chicken with a crisp, spicy finish, balanced by a side of pickled radish that resets the palate between bites. Inside, it\u2019s a casual, counter-service space with wooden tables, a long banquette, faux brick walls and Korean music videos playing on loop for added flair.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chickenbarnfrisco.com\/?utm_source=local+profile&amp;utm_campaign=local+profile%3A+outbound&amp;utm_medium=referral\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Chicken Barn Korean Style Cuisine<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n9292 Warren Pkwy #350, Frisco<\/p>\n<p>Chicken Barn leans all the way into its barn theme with rough-hewn wood, rustic tables and beam-style lighting that gives the space a warm, farmhouse feel.<\/p>\n<p>The menu sticks to Korean fried chicken staples like wings, drumsticks and tenders, with flavors like sweet and spicy, hot soy garlic, lemon pepper and buffalo. Cooked in small batches and served fresh, it sells out daily, so once it\u2019s gone, it\u2019s gone.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz\/don-chicken-plano\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Don Chicken<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n3320 K Ave M109, Plano<\/p>\n<p>Located inside the K-Town Food Court next to H Mart, Don Chicken is a no-frills Korean counter-order spot where you place your order, pay a few stalls over and wait for your number to be called over the loudspeaker. Grab a seat in the bustling food court or take it to go, with H Mart\u2019s lively seafood tanks just steps away adding to the sensory overload.<\/p>\n<p>The crispy soy garlic wings are knockout \u2014 fried to a crunch and coated in a sweet-savory glaze, served alongside a pile of crinkle-cut fries.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rootschickenshak.com\/?utm_source=local+profile&amp;utm_campaign=local+profile%3A+outbound&amp;utm_medium=referral\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Roots Chicken Shak<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n7800 Windrose Ave., Plano<\/p>\n<p>Launched by celebrity chef Tiffany Derry, Roots Chicken Shak \u2014 known for its \u201cduck fat fried everything\u201d \u2014 serves wings, tenders, sandwiches and fries fried to rich, golden perfection. Located inside Legacy Hall, it\u2019s part of a lively food hall packed with local vendors, drinks and events like karaoke and speed dating.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salsnhc.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sal\u2019s Nashville Hot Chicken<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n6205 Coit Rd #352, Plano<\/p>\n<p>Inspired by Nashville\u2019s hot chicken tradition, Sal\u2019s Nashville Hot Chicken serves up crispy drumsticks and thighs with juicy, tender interiors and heat levels ranging from no spice to extra hot. Sauces like \u201cCome Back,\u201d jalape\u00f1o ranch, honey mustard and garlic add extra kick if you want it. A no-frills spot, but the flavor holds its own.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"seager-sons-1-mark-stuertz\" id=\"file-4100046\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/seager-sons-1-mark-stuertz.jpg;w=960.jpeg\"\/>&#13;<br \/>\nPhoto: Mark Stuertz | Local Profile&#13;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seagerandsons.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Seager &amp; Sons<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n5864 State Hwy 121 Suite 106, Plano<\/p>\n<p>With dark woods, rich leather and a \u201970s soundtrack vibe, this family-run spot feels like a Dallas steakhouse turned disco-era time capsule. The walls are lined with reel-to-reel decks, vintage amps, vinyl records and lyric snippets from rock legends, setting the stage for a comfort-food menu that goes big on nostalgia.<\/p>\n<p>That includes fried chicken \u2014 arguably some of the best in Collin County \u2014 with a shattering crunch and juicy, briny finish. It comes with chipotle hot honey and a bright herb \u201cgreen stuff\u201d sauce that takes every bite up a notch.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tupelohoneycafe.com\/frisco\/menu\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen &amp; Bar<\/a><br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n6725 Winning Dr, Frisco<\/p>\n<p>Inside The Star in Frisco, Tupelo Honey brings a polished Southern comfort-food vibe with fried chicken at the center of the table.<\/p>\n<p>The signature \u201choney-dusted\u201d fried chicken is crisp, golden and lightly sweet, while the sweet and spicy version adds a sriracha-honey drizzle for a sticky kick. Tenders come Carolina-style with a \u201cbee dust\u201d seasoning, plus sauces and hearty sides built for sharing. Then there\u2019s the chicken &amp; waffles lineup. Who can say no to that?<br \/>&#13;<br \/>\n___<\/p>\n<p>Hungry for more? Check out our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.localprofile.com\/directory\/restaurants\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> dining guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss anything Local. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.localprofile.com\/newsletter\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a> for our free newsletter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Whether you like it spicy, sweet or a good ol\u2019 classic, this list brings the best crunch Crispy,&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":362816,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[160,162,161],"class_list":["post-362815","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-plano","tag-plano","tag-plano-headlines","tag-plano-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/362815","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=362815"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/362815\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/362816"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=362815"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=362815"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=362815"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}