Posted in New Orleans October 06, 2019 by

Folks Are Willing To Drive For Hours For The Fried Chicken From Willie Mae’s In New Orleans

Roll up your sleeves, because today we’re talking about where to get the best fried chicken in the Crescent City. When fried chicken is done right, it’s one of those meals that you’ll remember for years. As far as fried chicken in New Orleans is concerned, there’s one place that stands out among the rest, and that’s Willie Mae’s Scotch House. Folks are willing to drive for hours just to get a taste of the fried chicken, and it’s absolutely worth a drive from any corner of the state.

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You’ll find Willie Mae’s in the heart of historic the Treme neighborhood in New Orleans.
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Established in 1957, this local landmark went through quite a few different establishments before landing on a restaurant. Originally a bar, Willie Mae’s also operated as a barbershop and a beauty salon in the 60s before switching to a restaurant in the early 1970’s.
They quickly became a favorite neighborhood eatery.
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It didn't take long for word to spread, and soon people were making it a priority restaurant for tourists coming in from out of town. You’ll often have to wait in line, but that’s clearly a sign you’re in the right place.
The family owned and operated restaurant is one of those places that just feels like home when you step inside.
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There are a few different dining rooms, each one just as homey and casual as the next. For a fried chicken and southern food restaurant, that’s exactly the vibe you want.
When it comes to the menu, you can expect all you traditional Southern favorites to make an appearance.
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Southern comfort food at its finest.
The star of the show here is the fried chicken.
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Their fried chicken entree comes with three pieces of fried chicken served with one side.
When it comes to fried chicken, no one does it better.
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Fried to perfection, their fried chicken has a great crunch while still being juicy and not dried out. One bite and you’ll be hooked.
And don’t forget about the sides.
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From macaroni and cheese to butter beans, Willie Mae’s has an endless array of sides to choose from, but you’ll want to snag a plate of fried okra and maybe some cornbread muffins for the table. Both are some of their most popular side dishes and the perfect accompaniment to their delicious fried chicken.
Willie Mae’s is open six days a week.
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You can snag some of their tasty fried chicken from 10 a.m. till 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Get there early to beat the crowds!

Have you ever eaten at Willie Mae’s Scotch House? Let us know in the comments below!

Address: 2401 St Ann St, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA