USA Today's No. 3 best fried chicken restaurant, Guthrie's Chicken, has 5 locations in Florida

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Guthrie's Chicken, recently ranked No. 3 in USA Today's Best 10 fast food restaurants for fried chicken, is also available to residents in Florida, but how many are located in the Sunshine State, and where are they located?

According to the establishment, the Alabama-born chain, known for pioneering the chicken finger-only concept, boasts five locations in Florida.

Where Are They Located?: Tallahassee leads the locations in Florida with three Guthrie's Chicken restaurants, solidifying the capital city as one of the hotspots for the brand's famous "Gut Box."

This signature offering includes golden fried chicken fingers, crispy fries, coleslaw, buttery Texas toast, and Guthrie's Chicken signature sauce.

Beyond Tallahassee, Guthrie's Chicken is also located in Panama City Beach and Tampa.

The Panama City Beach location, situated on Front Beach Road, caters to both locals and tourists seeking a quick, satisfying meal. Meanwhile, Tampa's outlet on South Dale Mabry Highway brings Guthrie's unique flavor to the Bay area.

Guthrie's Chicken considers itself the pioneer of America's original chicken finger restaurant while emphasizing its commitment to serving "fresh, hot, fried chicken fingers alongside Southern-style sweet tea.

Despite some disagreement over its high ranking, Guthrie's continues to attract customers with its simple yet appealing menu. With the exception of the 2870 Apalachee Pkwy location, with a 3.5 rating on Google Reviews, the other restaurants are at least 4.1 stars.

The chain's growth in Florida suggests that its approach to fast food chicken is resonating with local taste buds.

Share Your Thoughts:

1. Have you tried Guthrie's Chicken? How would you rate it compared to other fast food chicken restaurants?

2. Which Florida city do you think Guthrie's should expand to next?