Chicken and waffles is a mouthwatering combination of crispy, juicy chicken paired with sweet, fluffy waffles that has been satisfying taste buds for decades. This unlikely duo was popularized in the U.S. in the 1930s and 40s in jazz clubs and soul food restaurants, fusing together traditional Southern flavors and African American cuisine.
Foods all over the country are adding creative new twists to chicken and waffles, which is having a big moment right now. There are trendy brunch spots and late-night restaurants that serve chicken and waffle plates, sandwiches, tacos, and other foods that are the perfect mix of sweet and savory.
If you’re craving that crispy chicken skin and warm, maple syrup-soaked waffle, you’re probably wondering: where can I get chicken and waffles near me? I’ve got you covered. I compiled this guide to the top spots for chicken and waffles in town using reviews on Yelp, menus, and local recommendations. Let’s dig in!
Traditional Soul Food Vibes
For traditional takes on chicken and waffles with that classic soul food flair, check out these local gems:
My Cup Runneth Over Southern Cuisine
This family-owned spot serves up scratch-made, down-home Southern dishes just like Grandma used to make. Their chicken and waffles features two large, boneless fried chicken breasts served over a fresh, fluffy Belgian waffle It comes with sides like cheesy grits, collard greens, and mac and cheese. Yelpers rave about the super crispy fried chicken and sweet, melt-in-your-mouth waffles.
Down Home Comfort Café
At this cozy cafe, you’ll get that Sunday family dinner feeling Their chicken and waffles plate features a jumbo waffle topped with juicy fried chicken tenders doused in homemade maple butter. Reviewers say it’s the perfect balance of sweet and savory Don’t skip the flaky biscuits and smothered hash browns on the side!
JW’s Fish And Biscuits
Hand-breaded fried chicken breast on top of a freshly baked Belgian waffle and two eggs any style are what this place does best. Customers say it’s the ideal hearty breakfast or brunch. Be sure to try their fluffy, buttery biscuits too.
Trendy Brunch Spots
Chicken and waffles is a brunch favorite these days. If you want chicken and waffles on the weekend, check out these popular brunch spots:
Baker’s Crust Artisan Kitchen
This modern spot has a chicken and waffle skillet with Belgian waffle quarters topped with fried chicken tenders, scrambled eggs, maple butter, and fresh chives. It’s a fun twist on the classic dish. Yelpers highly recommend pairing it with Baker’s Crust’s creative craft cocktails like the Breakfast in Paris with vodka, elderflower, lemon, and bubbles.
Daybreak Kitchen & Biscuit
Daybreak’s take on chicken and waffles features fried chicken breast atop a fluffy waffle with bourbon maple syrup, spiced honey butter, and fresh strawberries. Customers say it’s the perfect sweet and savory brunch treat. Make a reservation on weekends – this spot gets packed!
Ted’s Bulletin One Loudoun
At this lively brunch spot, the chicken and waffles is a hand-held sandwich made with fried chicken, arugula, pickles, and maple aioli on a house-made waffle. Reviewers say it’s messy but delicious. Make sure to try their Instagram-worthy milkshakes too!.
Inventive Fusion Spots
For out-of-the-box takes on chicken and waffles, these restaurants blend flavors from around the globe:
Uncle C’s Chicken & Waffles
This spot infuses Jamaican jerk spices into their chicken before frying and topping it with sweet plantains on a fluffy Belgian waffle. Customers say it’s an explosion of flavors. Spice-lovers: don’t miss their spicy waffle loaded with Nashville hot chicken.
Megabytes Eatery
Megabytes offers a taste of Asia with Korean fried chicken wings served over a Hong Kong bubble waffle with kimchi maple syrup. Reviewers say it’s a cool fusion of flavors with the perfect crunch and subtle heat.
Wooboi Hot Chicken
Nashville hot chicken is all the rage and Wooboi serves it atop a sweet and fluffy liege-style waffle with Mike’s Hot Honey drizzle and homemade pickles. According to Yelpers, it brings on the heat without overpowering the waffle’s sweetness.
Late Night Chicken & Waffles
Sometimes nothing but a hearty plate of chicken and waffles will satisfy those late-night hunger pangs. Here are a few go-to spots for when that craving hits after hours:
The Black Sheep Restaurant
This trendy gastropub serves fried chicken with Belgian waffle fries until 2am on weekends. Customers say the chicken is juicy and crispy and the fries provide that sweet, starchy balance. Make it a meal with their extensive craft beer list.
Parallel Wine and Whiskey Bar
Parallel offers crunchy fried chicken atop a sweet potato waffle with honey butter and scallion syrup into the wee hours on weekends. It’s an elevated, boozy take on the classic. Pair it with one of Parallel’s signature cocktails like the Postmodern Mule.
City Tap Loudoun
This casual hangout spot has buttermilk fried chicken breast and waffle sliders served late-night. Reviewers say the mini waffles are crispy on the outside and fluffy inside – perfect for dunking in that creamy chicken jus. Wash it down with one of City Tap’s dozens of beers on tap.
No matter what you’re craving – from down-home soul food flavors to modern mash-ups – there’s a fantastic chicken and waffle spot for you in town. Try out one of these local favorites the next time that craving for the ultimate sweet and savory combo strikes. Just be ready to get your fingers sticky!
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FAQ
Who is known for chicken and waffles?
Our Founder. Roscoe’s House of Chicken and Waffles is a Hollywood, California-based soul food restaurant chain founded by Herb Hudson, a Harlem native, in 1975. It is best known, as the name states, for serving chicken and waffles, both together and separately, although they do offer more traditional menu items as well .
Does IHOP have chicken and waffle?
“Combining sweet and savory tastes is a trend that we know our guests crave, and IHOP is the first to offer the delicious combination of crisp Belgian waffles with juicy chicken tenders to guests in all 50 states. ” Owned by Glendale, Calif.