Editor’s Note: Since the publication of this article, Porch and Cellar has permanently closed.

If there are any foods especially associated with Minnesota, fried chicken certainly wouldn’t be one of them. Lefse? Sure. Hotdish? Absolutely. Anything on a stick? You better believe it. But fried chicken just doesn’t rank here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes — until today. There’s one fried chicken restaurant in Minnesota that is so good, you’ll feel like you’re in the South. Check it out:

In Rochester, Minnesota, Porch and Cellar is one of the tastiest spots around. You'll find it at 20 4th St. SE, Rochester, MN 55904.
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Porch and Cellar is actually two restaurants in one, and both are housed in one building. It's a lovely train depot that will provide the perfect backdrop to your dining excursion.
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The main floor of the restaurant is Porch. Here, you'll find a beautiful dining area. The wood accents mix rustic Southern decor and classy sophistication perfectly.
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On the menu is classic comfort food. Perfect, homestyle meat and potatoes will warm you up on a cold day.
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Pork or brisket sandwiches will offer that Southern kick you crave.
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And you can't forget the fried chicken. Perfectly crisp and deliciously seasoned, you're going to remember it for a long time to come.
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If you show up on a Wednesday, you can make it into a delightful chicken and waffle platter!
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But that's not all that Porch and Cellar has to offer. Downstairs, Cellar is a classy bar that specializes in tasty craft cocktails.
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Small plates on offer include fries, chicken wings, cheese curds, and even bacon donut balls. Yum!
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Next time you’re in Rochester, make a stop at this delicious restaurant. It’ll transport you straight to the South! For more information on Porch and Cellar, check out their website or Facebook page.

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