Nashville, Tennessee in the southeastern United States is the birthplace of Nashville hot chicken. This trending variation of traditional fried chicken has become all the rage in the U.S. and throughout the world as people discover just how tasty this spicy treat is.
So, if you go to the home of this food, where should you stop to try some of the most authentic and original Nashville hot chicken out there? Here are three restaurants which are a must-visit.
Hattie B’s
Hattie B’s first location opened eight years ago in Nashville and has now grown to become a small regional chain with seven restaurants. Visiting the original Hattie B’s in Midtown Nashville usually has a big line involved, but the wait for its special hot chicken and sides is worth it.
Bolton’s Spicy Chicken and Fish
The recipe for Bolton’s spicy chicken was passed on from generation to generation in the Bolton family and has been perfected for serving to the masses of hungry customers that pass through its doors every day. They even make spicy fried catfish too!
Slow Burn Hot Chicken
A relative newcomer in the Nashville hot chicken scene, Slow Burn opened in East Nashville earlier this year after expanding from the suburb of Madison. Here, you’ll find hot chicken of all types, from having just a little bit of spice to being so hot that it’ll melt your tastebuds.
