Popeyes is always delicious but so are these poultry experts

Crispy chicken skin is right up there with life's greatest pleasures, alongside hot sauce and honey butter. Don't settle for anything less than a crunchy bite followed by the juicy flesh of a perfectly fried piece of chicken. From Nashville hot to Korean-style, these 20 spots know their way around a fryer and promise to serve up a satisfying bird every time.

The latest additions to the list include a pop-up at Korean restaurant Perilla, fiery Big Boss Spicy Fried Chicken, and Crazy Bird Chicken in West Town.

A number of Chicago restaurants have resumed dine-in service. The level of service offered is indicated on each map point. However, this should not be taken as endorsement for dining in, as there are still safety concerns: for updated information on coronavirus cases in your area, please visit the city of Chicago’s COVID-19 dashboard. Studies indicate that there is a lower exposure risk when outdoors, but the level of risk involved with patio dining is contingent on restaurants following strict social distancing and other safety guidelines.

Note: Restaurants on this map are listed geographically.