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Slappy’s Chicken in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, was named the best place to eat fried chicken in the state by Yelp.

The restaurant is known for serving crispy and juicy fried chicken in a spicy, savory sauce that has garnered rave reviews from fans.

The recognition came just in time for National Fried Chicken Day on July 6, with many praising the restaurant’s unique take on the dish, similar to Nashville’s hot chicken.

In addition to the delicious chicken, customers also love the variety of side dishes and excellent customer service at Slappy’s Chicken, earning the restaurant a 4.6-star rating on Yelp.

Have you ever had Slappy’s Chicken?