Best of the Bay's Chicken and Waffles

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside? That's right, we're talking about chicken and waffles! Inspired by CBS San Francisco's own Ron D's t-shirt, these spots around the Bay are where you'll want to run when the chicken and waffle craving hits hard.

Hard Knox
2526 3rd Street
San Francisco, CA
415-648-3770
Hard Knox 3rd Street

2448 Clement Street
San Francisco, CA
Hard Knox Clement Street

Hard Knox Café offers a wide range of southern dishes, such as award winning fried chicken, slow braised ox tails, blackened catfish, twice cooked BBQ ribs, and jambalaya. With two locations in San Francisco, one in the Dog Patch and the other, larger space in The Richmond, you're sure to find your fix nearby.

Frisco Fried
5176 3rd Street
San Francisco, CA
415-822-1517

It's "Fried with Pride" at this year-old Bayview spot, already bursting with popularity over their signature dish. Served with jumbo Belgian waffles, Frisco's Friend Chicken is so good, it's the name of the place.

Gussie's Chicken & Waffle
1521 Eddy St
San Francisco, CA
415-409-2529
Gussie's Chicken & Waffle

Come and experience true Southern Home Cooking at Gussies Chicken & Waffles just like grandma used to make. Located in San Francisco's historic Fillmore District, save some cash and swing by Gussie's for the all-you-can-eat lunch buffet.

Home of Chicken and Waffles
444 Embarcadero West
Oakland, CA
510-836-4446
Home of Chicken and Waffles

Immensely popular Oakland soul food hotspot, Home of Chicken and Waffles opened its doors over six years ago. Located in Jack London Square and featuring a full bar, Home of Chicken and Waffles is part of the vibrant nightlife scene that has led to a revival of Downtown Oakland. From residents of the neighborhood's luxury lofts to club goers looking for a delicious (and tipsy) way to end their night, Home of Chicken and Waffles is a hands-down favorite.

farmerbrown's little skillet
360 Ritch Street
San Francisco, CA
415-777-2777
Farmerbrown's Little Skillet

This South of Market outpost of the downtown restaurant, farmerbrown is a charming spot to grab some of the finest chicken and waffles this side of the Mississippi. Made from locally sourced, organic ingredients, little skillet is your lunchtime stop for farm fresh soul food.