The Hands-Down Best French Fries In Every Us State

French fries on a wooden board with a small bowl of red dipping sauce and dried red chili peppers on a white cloth.

Summary:

  • French fries are a favorite side, each state offering unique twists on the classic treat.

  • From gourmet duck fat fries to spicy cilantro garlic, each state has its own signature fry dish.

  • Indulge in unique flavors like duck fat profiterolle fries and beef fat fries at iconic spots across America.

French fries are the favorite side Americans love the most and there are no equal fries. In every state there is that great spot, about which the folk of the state are always proud, and of which a traveler can never lose the faintest idea. The assortment of the duck fat fries and loaded boardwalk hits is amazing. We all need to make sure that we get the golden, crispy best on a road trip or when we are simply hungry. This guide will lead you in the right direction towards the golden.

Alabama — Ono Poke

Cheese-covered French fries garnished with herbs on a round tray with ketchup and mustard sauces.

Fries with mayonnaise, sesame seeds, and seaweed herbs offer a unique flavor blend, transforming the classic fry into a gourmet treat that highlights the South’s culinary culture. These refined fries are uncommon outside the region.

Alaska, Bear Tooth Theatrepub

Sweet potato fries garnished with chopped parsley served with a side of dark dipping sauce in a metal basket

Spicy cilantro garlic fries are a standout side with bold herby flavor and gooey cheese inside. This signature dish at an iconic spot offers unique flavors and textures. Don’t miss this culinary experience.

Arizona Arizona Wilderness Brewing

Fried calamari with French fries, fresh thyme, dipping sauce, and side salad with cherry tomato on a black plate

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Duck fat fries with rosemary and thyme, smashed garlic aioli, and house ketchup. There are two locations in the state that suggest two occasions to spend.

Arkansas -David’s Burgers

Cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, bacon, and a side of French fries on a wooden board

Both are cut to order, but absolutely bottomless. That is an all you can eat situation, as long as you simply cannot squeeze in an extra fry. Arkansas is not playing with its potatoes.

California -The Smoking Goat

French fries topped with grated Parmesan cheese in a white ceramic dish on a wooden table.

Duck fat profiterolle fries are crispy fries cooked in duck fat, drizzled with truffle oil, and topped with Parmesan. Served with tangy mustard aioli, they are a must-try indulgent option on the West Coast.

Colorado -The Grateful Gnome

Close-up of seasoned waffle-cut sweet potato fries with a side of dipping sauce

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Waffle fries, topped perfectly, are a local favorite in Denver. Residents have praised these crispy treats, and diners often request a second serving, underlining their popularity as a culinary staple.

Illinois -John’s Food and Wine

Plate with steak tartare topped with a raw egg yolk and Parmesan-covered French fries, hands on either side

Kennebec potato, beef fat fries, and leek aioli. Several stores in the area have already testified to what Chicago already knows, and that these really are great quality fries worth a visit.

Elsies Pies and Fries, Louisiana

Thick-cut golden fried potato chips on a wooden serving board.

For just four dollars per serving, enjoy Michelin-recommended hand-cut fries, ensuring exceptional quality and fresh flavor. Experience the finest fries in America, right in Louisiana. Don’t miss this affordable gourmet delight.

New York -Pommes Frites

Mister fries cone with bacon, sausage slices, and mustard drizzle on top

Fried twice, and Belgian, it comes in paper cones, and dozens of possible flavors. Authentically and purely New York – even ordinary food is elevated to new standards here.

Idaho -Boise Fry Company

Roasted potato chunks garnished with fresh cilantro in a white bowl with lemon and lettuce on the side

Domestic organic potatoes can be shaped and seasoned, tailor-made, shoestring with Cajun salt. Here, in the potato capital of the world, they make that proud tradition something out of this world.

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