National Fried Chicken Day in Nashville

National Fried Chicken Day is Saturday, July 6. Celebrate with one (or all) of these delectable dishes that are putting an innovative spin on a southern staple.

City Winery Nashville 

Nashville Hot Chicken Egg Rolls: Wine and fried chicken? Count us in! Served with hot chicken, red and green cabbage, chives, cheddar and cream cheese, these egg rolls from City Winery are not to be missed.

609 Lafayette Street, 615-324-1010; citywinery.com

The Mockingbird

The Bird is the Word: This signature dish from Nashville's favorite modern diner features fried chicken thighs served over a heaping portion of mashed potatoes perfectly complemented with chorizo white gravy and salsa verde. 

121A 12th Ave N, 615-741-9900; mockingbirdnashville.com

Von Elrod's Beer Hall & Kitchen

Chicken Fried Chicken & Biscuit: Enjoy a southern staple paired with a stein of beer at Von Elrod's! Their Chicken Fried Chicken & Biscuit is served with tabasco butter, local honey, and sausage gravy. 

1004 4th Ave N, 615-866-1620; vonelrods.com

Henley

Spicy Fried Chicken Sammy: Known for its southern soul and French technique, the modern American brassiere will be serving up their Spicy Fried Chicken Sammy complete with pickle brined chicken, lettuce, mayo, carrot slaw, and fries.

2023 Broadway, (615) 340-6378; henleynashville.com

Party Fowl

Hot Chicken & Stuffed French Toast: Start National Fried Chicken Day early with brunch at Party Fowl! Enjoy a thick-cut, house-made cinnamon brioche stuffed with apples and bourbon cream cheese, dipped in orange custard, skillet-fried and served with hot chicken. 

719 8th Ave S, 615-624-8255; partyfowl.com

Hugh-Baby's

Fried Chicken Sandwich: You can never go wrong with a classic! Enjoy Hugh-Baby's Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwich- the perfect combination of crispy fried chicken, pickles and your choice of sauce. 

3001 West End Ave, 615-610-3382; hughbabys.com