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The Pancake Pantry vs Prince's Hot Chicken Shack

Both Pancake Pantry and Prince's Hot Chicken Shack are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Prince's Hot Chicken Shack scores slightly better than Pancake Pantry. Prince's Hot Chicken Shack has a TripExpert Score of 81 with endorsements from 6 publications like BlackBook, Travel + Leisure and Afar Magazine.

The Pancake Pantry
The Pancake Pantry
8 / 10
1796 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN 37212-3704
From $1 /night
Fodor's Fodor's
"A Nashville institution, Pancake Pantry is the place to go for breakfast. It's a favorite with locals, students, and celebrities." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The New York Times, Bon Appetit, and long lines (even in all kinds of foul weather) attest to the immense popularity of this satisfying but otherwise unextraordinary eatery." Full review
Zagat Zagat
4.4
"“The line winds down the street” at this Hillsboro Village flapjackery, but the stacks of “fluffy pancakes” loaded with “unique options” are “worth the wait.”" Full review
BlackBook BlackBook
"Hung-over college kids, tourists, and families commute for this bustling eatery, offering fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth pancakes topped with prepared fresh daily syrups."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"With more than 20 pancake choices, this cheery Hillsboro Village institution is a popular breakfast spot – expect to wait for a table at the weekend."
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Prince's Hot Chicken Shack
Prince's Hot Chicken Shack
8 / 10
123 Ewing Dr, Nashville, TN 37207-2960
From $1 /night
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"inventive new dishes such as an amuse-bouche of skewered baby corn with coffee-infused mayo, lime, and salt, all served in a small glass tube." Full review
BlackBook BlackBook
"If you feel the urge to eat the best spicy fried chicken on planet earth before you die, drop in to Prince's."
Zagat Zagat
4.5
"Landmark for fiery, deep-fried fowl." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Prince's is OG hot chicken, the place to take your big-city friends for a real local experience." Full review
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There are six levels of heat to choose from, and they all have a kick.
Fodor's Fodor's
"This is Nashville’s most renowned hot chicken spot...the food is nothing but impressive. Prince’s was even named an American Classic by the James Beard Foundation Awards in 2013." Full review
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If you’re a beginner, try the four-piece tenders with white bread and pickles—don’t be a hero; even the mild is plenty hot.
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