Evanston’s Got Chicago’s Best Fried Chicken, Thrillist Says

Evanston’s The Chicken Shack makes the best fried chicken in Chicago.

So says Thrillist in its Top 10 list. Chicago’s Home of Chicken and Waffles, with locations in Bronzeville, Evanston and Oak Park came in at a respectable No. 7.

The Chicken Shack dominates due to its superior seasoning, the article says.

“The balance of salt and pepper in the breading is pretty much perfect (as in, not shy about either),” the article says. It also recommends getting the finger-licking treat delivered right to the beach, which the restaurant will do in the summer.

About Chicago’s Home of Chicken and Waffles, Thrillist writes: “Juicy chicken with a crispy waffle is basically the perfect Sunday breakfast, especially here. Hard-to-believe side note: the same chicken under the onion gravy might be even better.”

You can read the full Top 10 list here.

What do you think, do these spots deserve the high recognition? Any others you would have included?