Fried chicken is a Southern delicacy taken very seriously by anyone whose ever crunched into the perfect juicy bite. That's why it's our Best of Atlanta poll spotlight this week.

Looking for other fried and tasty meals like mama used to make? These are Atlanta restaurants that offer the best soul food with all the fixings to go with it.

If you're looking for spots to get a spicy bird around metro Atlanta, don't wing it — check out our list of some of the top spots to get hot chicken around metro Atlanta.

The votes are already in on the best brunch in Atlanta, and it includes a succulent piece of fried chicken with gravy.

If you'd like to submit a write-in nominee for best fried chicken, please email your pick to stephanie.toone@ajc.com.

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