Bon Ton Mini Mart - Henderson, KY

Bon Ton fried chicken is as stunning as a bite of aged country ham: shockingly spicy, salty, crunchy all at once. The meat itself is infused with a powerpacked spice marinade of cayenne and garlic that penetrates to the bone and the crust on the outside is dark and brittle like the best potato chip ever fried. Dark or light meat, Bon Ton chicken delivers a taste thrill like no other.

100% Approval Rating (10 votes)

Overall: Worth driving from anyplace

Must Eats

Chess Pie ($3.00)

fried chicken ($6.00)

Banana Pudding ($3.00)

Biscuits (N/A)

Coconut Cream Pie ($2.00)

Kool-Aid Pie ($2.00)

Written Reviews

Michael Stern

"A first taste of Bon Ton fried chicken, like a first kiss, is a never-to-be forgotten event. It is as stunning as a bite of aged country ham: shockingly spicy, salty, crunchy all at once. The meat itself is infused with a powerpacked spice marinade of cayenne and ..." [Read More].

ttocsffej

May 01, 2009

"The building is beyond nondescript. It literally blends into the landscape. Blink and you'll miss it! And if you miss it you'll miss perhaps the best fried chicken you'll ever taste. Incredible... better than you remember your grandma's. My grandma couldn't cook, ..." [Read More].

wade44

January 02, 2008

"If you are remotely close to Henderson KY, you must stop by Bon Ton Mini Mart for what a sign inside the restaurant proclaims is "the best fried chicken in the solar system." After a recent visit, my wife and I agree 100% with their assessment! After the standard ..." [Read More].

Logbooks

2/15/2006 - Michael Stern, $10
8/19/2001 - Michael Stern, $6

Map & Directions

2036 Madison St., Henderson, KY
270-826-1207

Hours & Policies

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

"The crust is unbelievably crunchy and flavorful enough to make you dizzy. Here's a close shot."
Michael Stern

"Chess pie is a simple formula, scarcely more than butter, sugar, and eggs; but in the hands of an expert baker, it can be an irresistible dessert. We think Bon Ton's version just may be the best we ever tasted. This photo shows only the outside half of a piece because someone at the table had already forked off the point!"
Michael Stern

"A marvelous swirl of custard, softened cookies, bananas and meringue makes this pudding a quintessential comfort food dessert."
Michael Stern

"An occasional dessert special, Kool-Aid pie (in this case orange) is smooth, light, and refreshing."
buffetbuster

"Baskets of substantial biscuits accompany every fried chicken dinner."
Michael Stern

"The first time we ate at Bon Ton, we were so distracted by the goodness of the chicken that we forgot to take a picture of it. Here's a two-piece plate ... about to be devoured."
Michael Stern

"In celebration of the dish that made the Bon Ton a destination for Roadfooders, decor includes countless chicken figurines."
Michael Stern

"The Bon Ton hasn't changed a bit since Louis Hatchett tipped us off to it back in 2000."
Michael Stern