When it comes to restaurants with great fried chicken in Mississippi the options of virtually endless, which means narrowing it down to the most popular place in the state would be almost impossible. However, according to customer reviews, two places seem to be at the top of everyone’s list – the Old Country Store in Lorman and Country 35 Diner in Foxworth. We featured the Old Country Store in “This Remote Restaurant In Mississippi Will Take You A Million Miles Away From Everything,” so we decided to check out Country 35 Diner. Over the years, it has become a local favorite, known for serving mouthwatering fried chicken along with a heaping side of southern hospitality.

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Some of the state's best restaurants are hidden away in small towns and that's exactly the case with Country 35 Diner, which is located just west of Columbia in Foxworth.
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Located on a secluded part of Highway 35, the diner may be a bit out of the way, but according to locals, it's worth the trip.
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Step inside the unassuming building, and you'll find a buffet filled with a variety of southern favorites.
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Customers rave about the authentic fare of southern comfort food, which includes fried catfish, greens, butter beans, rutabaga, sweet potatoes, okra, and fried chicken, of course.
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Each and every item on the buffet, including the amazing fried chicken, is home-cooked and prepared by the talented and super friendly cook and owner, Mrs. Candia. Just like your grandma used to make, the diner's fried chicken is pan-fried, rather than cooked in a deep fryer, resulting in what customers refer to as the "best fried chicken in the state."

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Visit the diner for breakfast, and you'll be equally as impressed. The morning fare includes local staples, such as grits, biscuits, and more.
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More than great food, customers of Country 35 Diner are treated to a true southern experience, complete with a hospitable host.
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Mrs. Candia always makes time for her diners, ensuring everyone is satisfied...and full.
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According to customers, she is a big part of what makes visiting the diner a truly unforgettable experience.
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Ready to get your fill of Mrs. Candia's "real country cooking," including her perfectly fried chicken?

Visit Country 35 Diner at 1504 Highway 35 South in Foxworth Monday – Saturday, from 6:00 am – 4:00 pm. For more information, click here.

Have you ever eaten at Country 35 Diner? What’s your favorite place in the state to get mouthwatering fried chicken? Tell us in the comments section.

Find more eateries in the state know for serving up this fried favorite in “These 10 Restaurants Serve The Best Fried Chicken In Mississippi.”

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