Mr. D's - Henderson, KY

While Mr. D's is a drive-in with a repertoire of hamburgers, hot dogs and sandwiches, chicken rules. It is made from a recipe popularized decades ago by legendary chicken man Colonel Jim. Like the stupendously good chicken at nearby Bon Ton Mini Mart, it has a wickedly crunchy crust that is spicy enough to make your eyes water.

100% Approval Rating (2 votes)

Overall: Worth planning a day around

Must Eats

Fried Chicken ($5.00)

Written Reviews

Michael Stern

"A fiberglass chicken about as tall as a grizzly bear stands outside of Mr. D's beckoning customers to drive in. While Mr. D's is a full-menu drive-in with a repertoire of hamburgers, hot dogs and sandwiches, chicken rules. It is fried chicken made from a recipe ..." [Read More].

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Map & Directions

1435 S. Green St., Henderson, KY
270-826-2505

Hours & Policies

Seasons:	Open Year Round
Meals Served:	Lunch, Dinner
Operational Hours:	Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:	No
Alcohol Served:	No
Outdoor Seating:	Yes
Reservations Accepted:	No
Delivery Available:	No
Takeout Counters:	Yes

"Henderson-style fried chicken is all about extremely savory crust, as seen on this succulent drumstick. Colonel Jim's recipe, used at Mr. D's, is especially fire-hot."
Michael Stern

"Mr. D's, at the sign of the big chicken, has no indoor seating. Food is delivered in styrofoam containers so you can dine in your car or take it to a favorite picnic spot."
Michael Stern

"The regular menu in each car slip lists a variety of archetypal drive-in fare. The chicken menu below it is what makes Mr. D's special."
Michael Stern