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Some of the best food you'll ever have can be found in restaurants tucked away from the well-traveled path, hidden gems waiting to show off a dish that you will remember for years to come. This is especially true for fried chicken, a meal so popular that many restaurants around the country have put their own twist on the dish.
According to a list compiled by Cheapism, the best "hole-in-the-wall" fried chicken joint in all of Missouri is Lee's Famous Recipe Country Chicken, which has has perfected its take on the classic dish. Lee's Famous Recipe Country Chicken has several locations around Missouri. Find your nearest one by visiting the restaurant's website.
Keep reading to see what the site had to say about this spot serving "fantastic" fried chicken:
"The food is served up on styrofoam plates, but you won't care once you take a bite. Pair your chicken with mashed potatoes or potato wedges, and biscuits, coleslaw, and sweet tea. Prices are reasonable, and fans note that the smell of freshly-fried chicken will hit you as soon as you walk in the door."
See the full list at cheapism.com to read up on more of the best hidden spots for fried chicken around the country. You can also check out our previous coverage of the Missouri eateries named among of America's best "hole-in-the-wall" BBQ joints.