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Number 89: Chicken & Waffles from Lo-Lo’s
Comfort food does not get any more, well, comforting than a plate full of hot, golden waffles and some crispy hunks of fried chicken from Lo-Lo’s.
Owner Larry “Lo-Lo” White has built his own micro-empire — a legendary spot just south of downtown, and a newer branch for hungry Scottsdale denizens — around the impeccable reputation of his fried chicken. Although the greens, grits, catfish, red velvet cake, and other soulful dishes are consistently delicious, the chicken is obsession-worthy. Naturally, his perfectly seasoned coating is a trade secret, but it’s not a stretch to say that magic is one of the ingredients. This stuff has the power to turn a bad mood into barely contained glee.
Even Charles Barkley would agree.
The Favorite Dishes, so far: 90: Burrata at Humble Pie 91: Bruleed Foie Gras Torchon at Posh 92: Moroccan Nomad Stew at Chakra 4 93: Peking Duck at Gourmet House of Hong Kong 94: Mozzarella Sandwich at Pane Bianco 95: Egg White Omelette at Fez 96: Machaca From Los Dos Molinos 97: Shish Taook from Baiz Market 98: Pasties From Cornish Pasty Co. 99: Clams in Black Bean Sauce From Asian Cafe Express 100: Bruschetta From Postino
