Who has the best French fries in Springfield? Vote now!
Even picky eaters can agree that if French fries are on the menu: they're likely going to be on your plate too.
These irresistibly crunchy, fluffy goodness of potatoes battered and dipped into hot oil are a staple of American cuisine and can be found just about anywhere in the states, and the rest of the world.
American spins on the dish instantly bring thoughts of spicy chili and cheese on top of a basket of fries coney-style, as filling for Po-boy sandwiches in New Orleans and the mouthwatering Horseshoe sandwich – a favorite of the capital city.
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Since their creation in 1680 nestled in Belgium (not France!), the side dish has been waffled, curled, crinkle-cut, and hashed to meet the flavor profiles of the world – like how the Canadians put cheese curds and a warm gravy on top to make poutine, to the same streets of Belgium where locals love to dip their fries in... mayo.
To celebrate National Fry Day July 12, The State Journal-Register is asking readers to help define one major question: Who has the best French fry in Springfield, Illinois?
While some may be quick to answer the curly fries from Arby’s, or the classic fries from McDonalds, we're trying to see which eatery local to the Springfield area has the best fries in town.
It's not easy by any means, but we've created a poll using some of our staff's favorite places to get some fries at in the area. Are we missing any? Be sure to weigh in and vote as often as you'd unlike until the poll closes.
We'll close the poll at 11:59 p.m. CDT on Friday, July 12 so you have time to do some sampling.
Claire Grant writes about business, growth and development and other news topics for the State Journal-Register. She can be reached at [email protected]; and on X (Formerly known as Twitter): @Claire_Granted
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