Charleston, SC
For Fried Chicken in Charleston, the local food press points to Leon's, Poogan's Porch, and Hannibal's Kitchen. Picks from Explore Charleston, updated July 2026.
Editor’s picks
Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Explore Charleston. Updated July 2026.
Leon's · Upper King
A cult favorite — lightly-battered, crispy fried chicken that pairs with champagne.
Hannibal's Kitchen · Eastside
Family-run Gullah-Lowcountry cooking for 40+ years — chicken, crab rice, shark steak.
Bertha's Kitchen · North Charleston
James Beard-honored soul food — legendary fried chicken, lima beans, collards.
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