Check out these Charlotte restaurants for special deals in honor of National Fried Chicken Day

Fried chicken is a classic, crispy comfort food that’s a fan-favorite eaten in the South and all over the world.

The iconic deep-fried dish arguably hits the spot no matter what time or day it is, but especially on a special occasion like today: National Fried Chicken Day. It’s the perfect excuse to treat yourself to a fried chicken breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Luckily, Charlotte is home to dozens of local restaurants serving up delicious fried chicken, even some named the best in the country. Whether you want chicken wings, a chicken sandwich or even fried chicken from a gas station or supermarket deli, there’s a long list to choose from to satisfy your fried chicken cravings.

Here’s a list of local places to check out for meal deals in honor of National Fried Chicken Day:

Bojangles

Location: Multiple

How to celebrate: Treat yourself to your favorite foods from Bojangles with free delivery on DoorDash for orders of at least $15. The Charlotte-based fast food chain isn’t just celebrating National Fried Chicken Day, but also its 46th birthday.

The iconic fast-food chain Bojangles, based in Charlotte, is known for its chicken sandwiches and biscuits. Pictured are a cajun fillet biscuit (left), a country ham biscuit (right), and a plain made-from-scratch biscuit (bottom) Laura Brache/lbrache@newsobserver.com
The iconic fast-food chain Bojangles, based in Charlotte, is known for its chicken sandwiches and biscuits. Pictured are a cajun fillet biscuit (left), a country ham biscuit (right), and a plain made-from-scratch biscuit (bottom) Laura Brache/lbrache@newsobserver.com

Bossy Beulah’s

Location: 2200 Freedom Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208

Location: 2932 Griffith Street, Charlotte, NC 28203

How to celebrate: Enjoy National Fried Chicken Day with Bossy Beulah’s BOGO combo deal, offered at all locations all day long. Buy a Beaut chicken sandwich combo, which includes a side of fries, Iredell slaw or Simple Salad and a drink, and you’ll get another for free.

Charlotte-based Bossy Beulah’s has two locations in the area. LunahZon Photography/LunahZon Photography
Charlotte-based Bossy Beulah’s has two locations in the area. LunahZon Photography/LunahZon Photography

Horace’s Hot Fried Chicken

Location: 327 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28202

Location: 6518 Fairview Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210

How to celebrate: Head over to Horace’s Hot Fried Chicken and get $5 off two piece dark, two piece white, half chicken and a whole chicken. The offer is available at locations in Uptown and SouthPark.

KFC

Location: Multiple

How to celebrate: KFC is offering a discount for National Fried Chicken Day and the rest of the week. Enjoy free delivery on all food orders placed on the KFC mobile app or kfc.com at participating locations through July 9.

Piedmont Social House

Location: 2135 Ayrsley Town Blvd STE C, Charlotte, NC 28273

How to celebrate: Spend National Fried Chicken Day at Piedmont Social House and enjoy your favorite fried chicken meal with your choice of side for $6. The offer applies to the Sweet Heat Chicken Sandwich, the Chicken Tender Plate and the Piedmont Chicken Classic.

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Popeyes

Location: Multiple

How to celebrate: Popeyes is offering an extended Buy One, Get One deal this National Fried Chicken Day. Through July 9, if you buy any chicken sandwich combo, you will get one sandwich for free.

Popeyes’ crispy chicken sandwich is topped with pickle slices and classic mayo between two toasted brioche buns. Dreamstime/TNS
Popeyes’ crispy chicken sandwich is topped with pickle slices and classic mayo between two toasted brioche buns. Dreamstime/TNS