The Beloved Hole-In-The-Wall That Serves The Arguably Best Fried Chicken In All Of Illinois

Deliciously hand-battered and deep-fried chicken is what you'll find at the Evanston Chicken Shack in Evanston, Illinois. Some of the best food around the state can be found in the most unassuming places, which is certainly the case for this local favorite. To find out for yourself, come to Evanston Chicken Shack for some of the best fried chicken in Illinois.

A beloved local spot for over 30 years, Evanston Chicken Shack serves up some of the best Southern-style fried chicken in the state. It has even been voted by several media outlets as one of the best places for fried chicken.

Don't be fooled by its unassuming, no-frills location. This restaurant is proof that you don't have to go somewhere fancy for incredible food.

All of the food is fresh and made to order, the portions are large, and the meals are a great value. You can order at the counter and wait for your food to be cooked, call ahead and pick it up, or have it delivered.

Among the most popular items on the menu are the chicken tenders and the half-chicken mix with chicken breast, thigh, leg, and wing.

Chicken can be ordered as a dinner or in a bargain bucket. The buckets are ideal for families or larger groups. For parties, you can order chicken by the pan!

There are also plenty of specials available. From 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., you can order a Lunch Box Special, and there are all-day specials as well. Each special meal comes with fries and bread, but you can add a biscuit and mashed potatoes or a biscuit and spaghetti for an extra charge.

(Pictured here is the two-breast and one-leg special.)

While the fried chicken is the biggest draw to Evanston Chicken Shack, there is so much more on the menu than chicken. Fish, pasta, rib-tips, and plenty of side orders are options as well, so anyone who walks through the doors should be able to find something they'll love.

Ready to chow down on some of the best fried chicken in Illinois? What's your go-to place for chicken in the state? Tell us in the comments! To learn more about Evanston Chicken Shack, visit the website and follow the Facebook page for updates.

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