Southern
Willie Mae's Scotch House
New Orleans, Louisiana
Why stop here: Willie Mae's Scotch House is a $$ southern pick in New Orleans. Order Fried chicken.
CuisineSouthern
Price$$
TownNew Orleans
Family-run soul-food legend since 1957, crowned America's best fried chicken and rebuilt downtown after a 2023 fire.
What to order
Fried chicken
At Willie Mae's Scotch House, Roamward highlights Fried chicken because it gives travelers a clear first order instead of leaving the meal to guesswork. Use it as the anchor, then check the current menu before you go.
Updated July 2026. Restaurant hours, menus, and reservation policies change — confirm before you go.
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