French fries can come in many shapes and sizes, from thick-cut steak fries to crispy shoestrings and waffle fries.

While some of the country's best french fries come fully loaded with signature sauces, bacon, cheese, and more, others keep things simple with salt and a dash of seasoning.

From Alabama to Wyoming, these are the best french fry joints in every state, according to data from Yelp.

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From thick-cut steak fries to crispy shoestring fries and poutine doused in gravy and cheese, fries come in countless different mouthwatering varieties.

No longer just a side dish, great french fries deserve recognition in their own right, so we consulted the experts at Yelp to find the true standout fry places in every state.

Yelp identified businesses with a large concentration of reviews mentioning "fries," then ranked those spots using a number of factors including the total volume and ratings of reviews mentioning "fries." If a local chain appeared on the list more than once, they only included the highest-rated location.

Insider also confirmed that every restaurant was open for either takeout, delivery, or dine-in as of July 13, 2020, according to the restaurant's Yelp page or website.

Emmie Martin contributed to a previous version of this article.