Posted in Minnesota Food & Dining, Quick Bites May 22, 2019 by Betsy Rathburn

This Old-School Minnesota Restaurant Serves Chicken Dinners To Die For

For many home cooks, making good chicken seems like a no-brainer. But you might be surprised by how difficult it can be to master a chicken dinner. Luckily, Minnesotans have more than a few excellent options for when we want to skip the struggle and dive right into a plate of savory, delicious chicken. One of the very best? Carl’s Corner in Essig, Minnesota. This old-school spot has been long regarded as one of the top chicken spots in the state, and we won’t argue. Take a look:

Carl’s Corner is an unassuming restaurant in Essig, Minnesota. It’s about 100 miles southwest of the Twin Cities. Address: 21378 1st Street, Essig, MN, 56073.

The restaurant looks like your typical roadside stop. If the place is open, there are more than likely at least a few cars in the parking lot.

It’s been a local watering hole for more than two decades, and it’s still going strong. The restaurant has made a name for itself, so now travelers stop in as well.

Inside, it’s as homey as can be. This no-frills spot has everything you need for a good experience, including excellent service.

The atmosphere is great, but the food is even better. Anything you order is bound to be good.

But you definitely want to order a chicken dinner. The chicken at Carl’s Corner has been named the best in Minnesota!

Once you have your first taste, you won’t wonder why. The chicken is marinated overnight, spiced, and then broasted.

Beneath the crisp, golden skin, you’ll find deliciously moist chicken.

A baked potato or fries and toast will round out your meal. When you finish – if you can – you’ll be absolutely stuffed!

Carl’s Corner stands as one of the best places in Minnesota to get a chicken dinner. Add it to your Minnesota dining bucket list right away!

Have you been to Carl’s Corner? Check out their Facebook page for more information. Also be sure to check out our article about one of the best broasted chicken restaurants in Minnesota.

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This Old-School Minnesota Restaurant Serves Chicken Dinners To Die For

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