Check Out This Japanese Food Artist Who Makes Food Look Too Good to Eat

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Makimono is the practice of using fruits and vegetables to create art and it’s rooted in the practice of food-carving. This goes above and beyond slicing up a piece of fruit, too. Japanese artist Gaku uses makimono as his medium and creates art that’s too beautiful to eat. It’s so detailed that it takes our breath away. Here, we’ll take a moment to look at some of the art he’s created and appreciate his eye for detail.

An Array of Options

There’s something about the repetitiveness of the pattern here that makes it even more impressive than something that isn’t as stuck in a pattern.

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After all, with a pattern like this, it’d be really easy to see any deviations from that pattern. Instead, we’re faced with a pattern that’s absolutely flawless, even as it wraps around the curves of the apple. Honestly, there’s no better way to describe it than mesmerizing.

A Smiling Friend

If you’re going to carve up some vegetables for your art, why not use more than one at a time to bring your vision to life?

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In this case, we were already impressed that this watermelon was successfully carved to show a rabbit that would fit right into any wholesome cartoon. As if the talent of the carving wasn’t enough, they made sure he had a real carrot to enjoy, too!

A Fish Out of Water

We often hear that broccoli is a vegetable that looks like little trees. We guess we just aren’t as imaginative as artists like Gaku.

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Gaku created a striking piece of art out of the same head of broccoli that many of us would start to chop up haphazardly. We particularly like the choice to use the natural shape of the broccoli to make up the tail. Making this without breaking the broccoli must have taken so much patience.

More Beautiful Broccoli

As we’ve said, one of the great talents that it seems that Gaku has is the ability to look at an everyday ingredient and see something else entirely.

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As it turns out, that ability isn’t limited to one vision per vegetable! While the last broccoli sculpture was amazing, it seems he had another one in store! This dragon is pretty shocking and so incredibly detailed that without the broccoli in the background, we may not have noticed it was made of veggies!

Another Aquatic Art Piece

There are some images that the average person just doesn’t think of when they look at an everyday object. When most people look at a cucumber, they see a cucumber.

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To no one’s surprise, Gaku’s mind is a lot more creative than that. With delicate cuts that we’re sure would impress any Michelin star chef, the artist has managed to make a really detailed fish out of this dinner ingredient. Even the part that’s been peeled is expertly carved into scales!

Any Dragon Ball Z Fans?

Fans of this anime will recognize the character here right away. After all, the artistry is just as recognizable as the artboards and animations for the show.

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Then again, not just any artist talented at drawing characters like this would be just as good at carving them into a small vegetable like a radish. Honestly, this might be one of the most creative pieces of fan art we’ve seen when it comes to what to make the artwork out of.

Ever Seen a Carrot Like This?

With artistry like this, no one would ever get bored with their vegetables ever again. Of course, you might need to increase how much prep time you give yourself.

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Even with years on our hands, not many of us could come up with something quite like this. Once again, we’re astounded by the detail that he’s managed to put into something as every day as a carrot! How did he manage to keep the tips of the wings from breaking during this painstaking carving?

Work in Progress

We have to be honest — the scene in the kitchen when most of us are in the middle of chopping up our vegetables is a scene that doesn’t look like this!

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Once again, we’re blown away by the detail that this artist manages to put into something like this! Not to mention, this is a lot of really delicate work on something that isn’t that big. Even on the biggest carrot in your garden, carving a dragon’s head with details like this would seem impossible!

Carved Cantaloupes

When the average person cuts up a cantaloupe, we just chop it into half-circle slices, ready to grab and eat. What could be better?

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Well, one thing that could be a little more impressive at your next cookout is an art piece that’s too good to eat, just like what Gaku made here. The carving is so realistic, helped along by the more realistic eye-piece added here, that you see a bird before recognizing it’s a cantaloupe!

Swirls and Whirls

Not every piece of art has to be a hyper-realistic rendition of something that already exists in the world. Sometimes, it’s fun to step back and just create something fun!

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While we’re really impressed by the faces, animals, and mythic creatures we’ve seen here, sometimes it’s cool to see something more abstract. This apple is prettier than just about any other apple we’ve seen. Something like this would knock your next charcuterie board out of the water.

A Few Renditions

While we’re looking at Gaku’s apple art, let’s take a look at another image he shared on his Instagram, showing more than one apple beautifully carved.

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Coming up with one pattern to painstakingly carve into an apple sounds difficult enough. Still, that didn’t stop the artist here from taking the time to show off a few different ideas that he had while working on the project, and each one is just as impressive as the last.

Not So Sour Lemons

You might not think about getting creative with how you cut up a lemon. After all, they’re already sectioned into convenient slices when you get them.

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Where’s the fun in that, though? We have to admit, as soft as a lemon is, we’re shocked to see something like this pulled off. Plus, you don’t think a lot about the peel of a lemon, but this artist managed to pull the peel apart into beautifully pulled-apart layers.

Next-Level Pumpkin Carving

If you’ve ever celebrated Halloween, odds are that you’ve tried your hand at pumpkin carving once or twice. Have you ever pulled off something like this?

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This pumpkin carving is more detailed than most of the suggestions you’ll find in those books available at your local store during October. It looks like all that hard work paid off, too, because this pumpkin carving is so detailed, we’ll never forget it.

If You Want Something Scarier

Listen, while we’re on the topic of carved pumpkins, we know the last example is a little more artistic and peaceful than most of us go for.

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But, don’t worry — Gaku took a crack at a scarier pumpkin face as well and, we have to say, he absolutely nailed it. Even aside from perfect final touches like the branch arms, he really managed to upgrade a classic Jack-o-Lantern to something that really turns heads.

You Can Do That?

Avocados have become really popular, but some people have complaints about how quickly they oxidize and turn brown, while others get tired of chopping into a new one each time.

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This avocado isn’t just perfectly ripe, but it doesn’t quite look like the average hollowed-out green fruit you’re used to. Given how soft avocados are, even softer than lemons, we can’t imagine the patience that went into this vision. He even managed to make the peel at the bottom look photogenic!

A Family of Penguins

Okay, some of these have been absolutely stunning in a way that awes us as they belong in an art museum. Others really give us a shriek of delight.

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At the end of the day, we can’t think of a more fun idea of what to do with a bunch of eggplants than to turn them into a family of penguins. As if that wasn’t enough, they all have unique features to set them apart from one another!

A Peek Inside

While we hadn’t really thought about it before, there’s definitely an artistic benefit to using a multi-toned fruit if you want to create art out of it.

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What’s better for that than a watermelon? Red and green contrast so sharply against one another that it’s hard to think of another fruit that offers the same canvas. Here, we can see that this bed of roses makes a really creative use of that canvas.

Playing with Hues

Before we get away from watermelons altogether, there’s another impressive creation that we have to look at before we move on.

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This is another case where the artist used contrasting colors to create something really striking. The way the watermelon is carved to show the red inside in the dragon’s eyes makes for a striking focal point, and the details just continue to impress you as you take more and more of the image.

A Yellow Melon Turned Into Art

This one is really interesting because we get the chance to see the whole process through these images! Well, it’s not exactly a step-by-step tutorial.

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The end result looks like a fruit you’d break open in a fantasy novel. It almost looks like the inside has crystallized, but it’s actually just the talent and immense patience of the artist we’ve been admiring this whole time.

This One is Hard to Believe

We’ve seen a lot of unbelievable designs so far, but this before and after might actually take the cake as far as turning a vegetable into something unrecognizable.

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If we only saw the second picture, we’d probably guess that this koi was made of clay or some other similar material. We’d probably have never guessed that we were looking at sweet potato! honestly, it seems like this would take real precision to get the colors like this.

A Whole Set of Them

Carving just one of these little creatures seems like it would take a lot of time and concentration. If you aren’t sure, each of those guys is made from part of a carrot!

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These aren’t simple roosters, either. Each one has detailed features — including feet, beaks, feathers, and incredible tail plumes. They’re each posed on a rock to roost on, too. This is another example of food that looks so good that you really don’t want to eat it.

These Are So Impressive

When you think of fruits and vegetables that are able to be carved, you probably think of gourds or softer fruits that are often cut up for fruit bowls.

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Taro seems a lot harder to carve, but that didn’t stop this artistic vision. The artist managed to use a lot of patience and a deft hand to carve this face into the plant and make for a memorable addition to any table.

Sprucing Up the Radishes

If you plucked some radishes up out of the ground, you wouldn’t expect them to look quite as inviting and picture-perfect as this.

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As for these radishes, it wasn’t the natural growth as they were in the ground that left them like this. Rather, it was that little blade and the artist of the hour getting pretty creative. We’d never be able to chop these up for a salad after this!

Building Up Leaves

At this point, we’ve seen a few examples of Gaku’s work where he creates art from more than one piece of fruit, making a set of sorts.

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In this case, it was plenty of leaves that, believe it or not, are made of pieces of pumpkin! These ones have some variance rather than trying to stick to matching one another. This creates a variance that we’d expect to see out of real leaves, too!

Just a Little Mango Carving

Okay, when it comes to fruits that seem like they could be much harder to carve, depending on when you carve it, mangoes might be at the top of the list.

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It looks like this piece was made with the mango just ripe enough. That way, the fruit still had some firmness to it, but they waited long enough for some of that red pigment to help the design pop a little bit more.

Dragon Fruit Seems Like a Hard One

Dragon fruit is another really soft fruit, so we have to wonder exactly how hard it must have been to create a pattern like this in a fruit like that!

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Once again, another thing that we have to point out here is the fact that this pattern is so repetitive that any deviation from the pattern would surely stand out. Instead, your eye is only met with soothing uniformity.

Zucchini Garden

If this artist has taken the time to turn cucumbers into art, surely a zucchini must be just a bigger canvas with more room to work, right?

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The zucchini that you pull out of your garden isn’t usually sporting a garden of its own! In this case, the vegetable in question was growing its own flower garden. This one looks like it took some planning, but it definitely paid off!

Carved-up Kiwis

Not only are kiwis a rather soft fruit that are easy to accidentally squish instead of slice but they’re pretty small too.

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With a sharp enough knife, though, the small fruits were no match for Gaku, who made them into a series of eye-catching displays. We have to say, one of the most impressive things that we’ve seen from this artist is his variety, even if he’s working on a single batch of fruit!

Time, Patience, and Eggplants

A little bit ago, we took the time to consider that one way to spruce up some eggplants was to give them a second life as a penguin family.

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On the other hand, just because you have one idea for something doesn’t mean it has to be the only idea. Gaku surprises us with his variety once again with this eggplant carved so carefully. The even lines in the checkerboard pattern are particularly impressive.

Papaya Paradise

While kiwis and small fruits are impressive, sometimes it’s really cool to take a second and look at what an artist can do when they’re given a larger canvas.

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What better fruit is there when you need a larger canvas than a papaya? Once again, it’s another option that offers a contrast of colors as well, given that papayas have a green or even orange-toned flesh with the fruit inside being more yellow.

Words and Images

By now, we’ve seen a lot of different things that Gaku can do with an apple. It seems like his inspiration for this type of fruit is nearly endless!

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This one really caught our eye on exactly how much detail there was. It seems hard enough to carve a written message into an apple — we just can’t help but get lost in how many details he managed to fit into a small portrait.

Roses and Pears

A pear is one of those fruits that people love, but it doesn’t always stand out. They aren’t particularly colorful and eye-catching like a watermelon.

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That doesn’t mean they aren’t delicious, and it definitely doesn’t put them out of the running as a great canvas. While a standard pear might look kind of dull, this rose garden makes sure this one stays interesting!

Hidden in a Fruit

Before stepping away from pears and all they can be in the right artists’ hands, we have to look at another one that Gaku carved. This is another design elevated by a fake eye in the right place.

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However, even if you took that away, it would be hard to miss the perfectly executed dragon that the artist has managed to carve into the pear here. Who knew that a pear could look so mythical?

Peas in a Pod

Alright, now, we’ve talked about small fruits before. Then again, when it comes to this creation, the small work done here might just take the cake for minute work.

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At the end of the day, it’s hard to imagine how much concentration goes into pulling the peas out of their pod to start carving geometric shapes into them. The work showcased here is so steeped in talent, it’s honestly jaw-dropping.

Red Strawberries and Red Roses

When you think of romantic gestures, you might think of roses. If you think of romantic foods, strawberries are usually at the top of most peoples’ lists too.

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So, why keep these two apart when they could work together so well? That’s the question this artist asked and then answered for himself when he made these beautiful blossoms out of a few stray strawberries. Honestly, we can’t think of a better piece of art if you want to impress a Valentine.

How Long Did This Take?

No matter what medium you’re considering, there are some pieces of art that you look at and just have to wonder about all the work that went into it.

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This is definitely one of those cases where you just have to take a second to stare in awe at what another human managed to accomplish. The caption on this piece is “Citrus grandis,” and we can’t help but agree that this is the grandest citrus we’ve seen in our lives.

One for the Pokemon Fans

While a lot of the work we’ve seen is really creative and original, Gaku isn’t afraid to lend his talent to some of his favorite existing art.

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Like any fan of a show with an artistic talent, you might want to blend your two hobbies together, even if it’s just for a single project. We’re going to guess that this project came with a lot of Pokémon on in the background for inspiration.

There’s a Whole Scene Here

Before we move on from the world of food art, we have to take one more look at one of the beautiful scenes that the artist managed to bring to life on an eggplant.

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Maybe it’s the color contrast, perhaps it’s the size, or even a little bit of both — but with results like these, we’re glad that we get the chance to see what he can bring to life. This is another koi so detailed that we almost forget we’re looking at a vegetable!

Simply Breathtaking

We’ve said before that most of us see broccoli and think of trees. This piece of art brings that to mind, partly in how the art piece is positioned.

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Not one to leave a canvas bare, Gaku added plenty of floral embellishments to make sure that this stood out from your average side of greens. The results are impressive and we’re also impressed he did all this without taking away it’s ability to stand independently.

It’s Not Just Fruits and Veggies

We’ve looked at a lot of fruits and veggies here. However, there are other foods out there that can be open to your artistry if you have the right skills.

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Stepping out for the leafy greens we’ve often seen him use, Gaku tried his hand at carving garlic for this one. This garlic is so gorgeous that you’d think twice before you reached for it for your next recipe.

The Best French Fries in Each State Across America

The Best French Fries in Every State of America

Imagine you’ve just bought an RV and you plan to travel to each state of the country. As you travel through this great country, you realize that having something delicious like french fries is just as important as the trip itself. However, you don’t want to eat burnt or soggy fries. That’s where this guide comes in handy. It has a list of the best fries you can get in America. Be sure to bookmark this article on your travels, and to all the french fry-lovers out there – you’re welcome!

Good Ole Boys BBQ – Pell City, Alabama

Get a taste of Southern flavors at this amazing place in Alabama. The good people wake up early every morning and load the smokers with chicken, pork, and ribs so that you can enjoy fresh meat with your fries.

Good Ole Boys BBQ – Pell City, Alabama

Whenever you order fries at Good Ole Boys BBQ, you can choose your preferred meat that’ll be topped with yummy cheese. What more could you ask for? This is insanely good food!

Kriner’s Burgers & Pies – Anchorage, Alaska

The burgers here are really massive and made from 100% Angus beef. But is a meal really complete without its fries? Of course not! The people at Kriner’s Burgers and Pies totally get that.

Kriner’s Burgers & Pies – Anchorage, Alaska

They serve fries with sauces that are just amazing! The fries are perfectly golden and crispy. If you taste one of them, you won’t be able to stop eating. You’ll surely come back for more of these french fries!

Brat Haus – Phoenix, Arizona

One of the biggest attractions of this place in Arizona is its beverages that come in 28 different varieties. The menu has many items that are prepared from scratch, a practice that’s inspired by European chefs.

Brat Haus – Phoenix, Arizona

This menu features many items of brats and burgers. But it’s the delicious french fries that tie the whole meal together. And, of course, they have the most delicious dipping sauces.

Big Orange – Little Rock, Arkansas

If you’re in Arkansas and you’re looking for some comfort food then you should definitely visit Big Orange. There are 100 beverages on offer to go with the delicious food here. Not to mention that their fries go well with every meal.

Big Orange – Little Rock, Arkansas

Furthermore, they offer the yummiest fries in Arkansas! These fries are crispy and fluffy in the center. Dunk them into the wonderful sauces they offer and you’re golden.

Taco Spot – Los Angeles, California

California is famous for many world-class things. So, why wouldn’t it be famous for world-class french fries as well? Saying that the fries here are the best, might be an understatement. You must get a taste of them at least once in your lifetime!

Taco Spot – Los Angeles, California

They have sauces made of dark mole, ranchero, Rojo, Verde, and avocado. Imagine all these sauces over crispy golden fries. We won’t blame you if your mouth is already watering!

Euclid Hall Kitchen – Denver, Colorado

This restaurant in Colorado has the best beverages in the state. However, it’s the food that’ll make you want to keep coming back for more. The menu has some amazing dishes!

Euclid Hall Kitchen – Denver, Colorado

There are global dishes like po’ boys, sausages, schnitzels, and poutine. They pair quite well with some of their famous, chilled beverages and fries. So, if you want to go to a happy place in Denver, it’s this restaurant.

Hoodoo Brown – Ridgefield, Connecticut

One look at the fries offered here and you’re bound to say, “Mmmmm…” and they’re just as tasty as they look. Hoodoo Brown opened in 2015 and, since then, they’ve been serving these fries with great BBQ and beverages.

Hoodoo Brown – Ridgefield, Connecticut

This picture of Texas poutine fries is so yummy that people drive for many miles just so they can taste this dish. You should get your hands on them too, whenever you visit Connecticut.

Stone Balloon House – Newark, Delaware

If you visit Delaware, make a pit stop at Newark’s Stone Balloon House. Apart from the amazing beverages and comfort food, you’ll find some of the country’s best french fries at this restaurant.

Stone Balloon House – Newark, Delaware

The fries make the perfect accompaniment with hot dogs or tacos and beverages. The restaurant also offers deliciously cooked loaded fries, as well as sweet potato french fries, that you’ll surely enjoy and relish.

Blue Collar – Miami, Florida

The Blue Collar restaurant in Florida is a rather small place but it’s said to be really cozy. This popular place is located in Miami’s MIMO district. Anyone who visits this restaurant instantly enjoys the vibe it has.

Blue Collar – Miami, Florida

They serve their customers an everyday rotation of parmesans, braised dishes, ribs, and a variety of veggies. When you sit down to enjoy the food here, make sure to order a side of the french fries they offer. It’s divine!

Yumbii – Atlanta, Georgia

This restaurant in Atlanta was first a food truck before it turned into what it is today. Their dishes like Mexican fusion food and Korean BBQ will make you believe in all the good things in life.

Yumbii – Atlanta, Georgia

But even better, are their fries! They’re incredibly delicious and crispy. These fries are served with a massive selection of yummy sauces that includes a melted cheese sauce, which is excellent.

South Shore Grill – Honolulu, Hawaii

Who doesn’t love french fries? They’re salty, crunchy, and a delicious side dish to any meal. South Shore Grill surely knows how to make a mean batch of fries. They’re a little chunky but incredibly delicious.

South Shore Grill – Honolulu, Hawaii

This family-owned restaurant offers several other tasty dishes that you’ll love but it’s the fries that remain the highlight. So, if you’re visiting this place, you may want to consider ordering fries with garlic butter or Cajun rub.

Boise Fry Company – Boise, Idaho

Just take a look at the name of this restaurant – it says ‘fry company.’ That’s when you know that they offer some of the yummiest fries. These golden and fluffy fries are prepared using sunflower oil.

Boise Fry Company – Boise, Idaho

Additionally, most people enjoy their french fries with ketchup, but this restaurant in Idaho offers plenty of other dipping sauces. They also have house-made seasonings that make the experience even better.

Au Cheval – Chicago, Illinois

The french fries at Au Cheval are delicious! They’re fried to a golden brown and then cooked to perfection. Sure, the place is better known for the burgers they serve but you won’t want to miss out on eating the fries.

Au Cheval – Chicago, Illinois

They’re crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. It’s definitely the best place for fries in Illinois and one of the best in the great country of America.

Brugge Brasserie – Indianapolis, Indiana

America’s favorite potato side dish, french fries, is an all-time favorite among kids and adults alike. If you’re in Indiana, you must visit Brugges to experience the finger-licking fries. They’re the best in the state!

Brugge Brasserie – Indianapolis, Indiana

So, spread the word about these french fries because they’re guaranteed to satisfy your cravings for this fried food. It’s worth remembering that they pair well with the delicious main courses offered at this restaurant.

Django – Des Moines, Iowa

No, we are not talking about the movie directed by Quentin Tarantino – that would be Django Unchained. This French brasserie-style place in Iowa serves amazing steak fries that you won’t want to miss!

Django – Des Moines, Iowa

One taste of the glorious fries and you’ll realize that it’s one of the best fries in the country. The fries made in duck fat come with harissa aioli, curry ketchup, and béarnaise.

The Burger Stand – Lawrence, Kansas

There are times when you think that a bag of salty, golden fries with a crunchy outside and a fluffy inside is all you need. But the fries offered at The Burger Stand are so much more. They have a variety of french fries on their menu.

The Burger Stand – Lawrence, Kansas

Sure, you can enjoy the regular fries but you must check out the others. Some of the popular choices include truffle fries, polenta fries, smoked tofu fries, duck fat fries, cajun fries, and more.

Hammerheads – Louisville, Kentucky

Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these golden fries are the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats or tacos on the Hammerheads menu. You’ll love the perfect texture and the satisfying crunch of the salt on your tongue.

Hammerheads – Louisville, Kentucky

Be sure to try their truffle fries though, which are super yummy, and have them prepared with duck fat. You can also have them loaded with melted cheese and burnt ends.

The Delachaise – New Orleans, Louisiana

What could be better than a heaping pile of crispy, salty fries? A pile of tasty french fries from The Delachaise! It’s worth noting that these fries go well with most beverages. Speaking of tasty fries, you must visit The Delachaise whenever you visit Louisiana.

The Delachaise – New Orleans, Louisiana

The fries at this joint are famous for being cooked in goose fat. But that’s not all; they serve these fried with their own vinegar aioli and peanut satay.

Duckfat – Portland, Maine

Have you ever had fries that are so tasty that you wouldn’t care to have them from anywhere else? If you haven’t, then Duckfat will surely make you feel that way. They’re hand-cut and Belgian-inspired.

Duckfat – Portland, Maine

The restaurant serves these fries with a variety of sauces. If you ever visit this city, you must try the fries here. It’ll surely become a reason for you to come back to Portland!

Thrasher’s French Fries – Ocean City, Maryland

If you’re a french fry-lover and in Ocean City, people will most likely suggest that you visit Thrasher’s French Fries. This place has been around for a long time, as it was founded in 1929 and has become quite famous for its fries.

Thrasher’s French Fries – Ocean City, Maryland

Fried in peanut oil, salted, and then served with some vinegar. You can expect a long line for these fries but one thing is for sure – it’s worth the wait.

Saus – Boston, Massachusetts

Just like the name says, Saus is all about sauces. The restaurant has more than 15 sauces on the menu and each of them is unique. Some of these sauces include ketchup, homemade mayo, gravy, and hot sauce.

Saus – Boston, Massachusetts

However, the fries taste even better than the sauces. They’re fried twice and hand-cut. So, if you ever visit Boston, you must go to this restaurant and enjoy the fries with a yummy dip.

HopCat – Detroit, Michigan

Fries are a classic side dish for any burger, sandwich, or salad. The ones here, at HopCat, are even better than most fries. If you have them once, you’ll end up coming back for more.

HopCat – Detroit, Michigan

The french fries are fried to a golden brown and served with your choice of a side of ranch, ketchup, or hot sauce. The potatoes are of the highest quality and the end result is utterly delicious and crispy.

Barbette – Minneapolis, Minnesota

Barbette is a restaurant in Minnesota that serves great food, be it day or night. In addition, they’re considered the epitome of a great French brasserie. In fact, some say they’re the best in the whole state!

Barbette – Minneapolis, Minnesota

We say this because when you take one bite of the crispy fries, after dipping them in saffron aioli, you’ll be transported to a café in Paris. You’ll feel like you’re sitting in a small bistro there.

Blue Canoe – Tupelo, Mississippi

You may have had a sandwich and you may have had french toast, but have you ever enjoyed a french toast breakfast sandwich? This place in New York serves this amazing dish for breakfast and you don’t want to miss it!

Blue Canoe – Tupelo, Mississippi

But the fries here are even better than the french toast! They’re fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. These thinly cut fries are totally irresistible, you’ll keep coming back for more!

Black Sheep – Springfield, Missouri

The next time you’re going to Springfield, be sure to visit Black Sheep and enjoy the various fries they offer. Some of the popular choices include hickory smoked french fries and truffle ‘n’ parmesan fries.

Black Sheep – Springfield, Missouri

These fries are so delicious that many consider them to be among the best ones in the country. The fries are served with parsley, truffle oil, garlic, smoky garlic mayonnaise, and parmesan. What more could you ask for?

The Greek Pastry Shop – Missoula, Montana

This Greek joint is one of the most popular places in the state of Montana and it has some truly superb dishes. Every one of them is delicious but the best among them is the loaded fries. Have you tried them yet?

The Greek Pastry Shop – Missoula, Montana

These fries will simply melt in your mouth and put an instant smile on your face. They’re served with tzatziki, feta cheese, and a sprinkle of some seasoning on top.

Block 16 – Omaha, Nebraska

There’s a reason why the french fries at Omaha’s Block 16 have been consistently named the best fries in the country – they’re just fantastic! People who’ve tasted them will be happy to second this opinion.

Block 16 – Omaha, Nebraska

For instance, they serve a rather creative dish called Dragon Fries, which comes with spicy dragon sauce, scallion cheese curds, and a fortune cookie. How cool is that?!

Buldogis – Las Vegas, Nevada

Buldogis is known for offering its customers the best gourmet hot dogs in all of Las Vegas. But it’s also known to be among one the country’s best joints for french fries.

Buldogis – Las Vegas, Nevada

We all know that french fries are the ultimate way to indulge in some good old-fashioned American cuisine. One of their popular fries is the Carne Asado Fries, which comes with beef bulgogi, pico de gallo, caramelized onions, chipotle aioli, and four-cheese sauce.

Stark House – Weare, New Hampshire

This steakhouse has nine varieties of french fries you can choose from. However, you’ll realize that it’s difficult to choose just one because they all look so drool-worthy!

Stark House – Weare, New Hampshire

Some of the popular options include the Seoul-style french fries with sweet chili mayo and Korean vinaigrette, truffle fries, and buffalo fries sprinkled with crumbles of bleu cheese, among many others. If you’re a french fry-lover, you must definitely visit this joint!

Just Beclaws – Jersey City, New Jersey

Keep the plain ol’ fries – these amazing crab fries served at Jersey City’s Just Beclaws can become your new favorite! The signature and yummy JB french fries come with a high pile of fresh and juicy crab meat, as well as lemon aioli.

Just Beclaws – Jersey City, New Jersey

You can also ask them to add a little (or a lot of) cheese, as garnish. But the fries taste awesome – even without it. They’re just perfect!

Big D’s Downtown Dive – Roswell, New Mexico

Big D’s Downtown Dive in Roswell is a great neighborhood hotspot that serves insanely delicious Monster Fries. Wondering what goes into it? Well, it comes with cheese, pecan smoked bacon, green chili, and a classic sauce.

Big D’s Downtown Dive – Roswell, New Mexico

You can also try their Thanksgiving Fries made from sweet potatoes. These fries are then topped with some cinnamon, bacon, and maple. They’re beyond tasty and you’ll be ordering another serving soon enough.

Pommes Frites – New York

Many people say that you have to go to Belgium to enjoy authentic fries. However, you can enjoy them at Pommes Frites in New York. These fries are also called Pommes Frites.

Pommes Frites – New York

The sauce you dip your fries in is extremely important in Belgium. So, this place allows you to sample a variety of sauces until you find the one you like best.

Buns – Chapel Hill, North Carolina

An amazing place to visit for tasty french fries, when you’re at Chapel Hill, is Buns. They cut their potatoes all day so the fries are freshly made. The potatoes are sourced from Idaho.

Buns – Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Of course, this place is known for serving great burgers but it’s the fries that leave a lasting impression. They’re simply perfect! So, if you’re in North Carolina, visit this place and take your friends along too!

Scotty’s Drive-In – Bismarck, North Dakota

Ask the people of North Dakota where you can find the best fries in the state and they’ll immediately direct you to Scotty’s Drive-In.

Scotty’s Drive-In – Bismarck, North Dakota

There’s just one more thing… they’ll also tell you that Scotty’s has the best fries, not just in the state, but in the whole country! This may be true or it may not be, you’ll only know when you try out their large golden fries on the go.

Loops – Columbus, Ohio

Crunchy, golden brown french fries are the perfect side dish for any meal. Loops, a Chicago-inspired joint in Ohio, takes things up a notch with the way they serve fries.

Loops – Columbus, Ohio

They serve their fries with chili cheese, shredded cheddar, and mustard. You should also try their feta fire fries that are loaded with diced tomatoes and spicy feta. We think it’s safe to say that these are one of the best fries in the country!

MOB Grill – Bethany, Oklahoma

Be prepared to enjoy a humongous feast with a large portion of fries served at MOB Grill. Just a picture of these fries on a poster is enough to make people drool!

MOB Grill – Bethany, Oklahoma

This is because these fries are topped with bacon, real cheese sauce, grilled jalapeños, and pulled pork. Fries may be a side dish, but this side overpowers the main dish!

Potato Champion – Portland, Oregon

The name of this restaurant is enough of an indication of how good they are at preparing the best and tastiest french fries in the country. The bestseller on their menu is the Belgian fries.

Potato Champion – Portland, Oregon

These are twice-fried and served with different options of sauces. They’re delicious with burgers, sandwiches, and more. So, next time you’re in Portland, visit Potato Champion to enjoy insanely yummy fries!

Khyber Pass – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A delicious side dish, french fries is often eaten with burgers, sandwiches, or other items. The ones you can get at Khyber Pass are simply delicious and sans the fuss. They’re simply served hot and crispy.

Khyber Pass – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

You’ll find all the classic foods that you usually order at a restaurant but those dishes aren’t worth ordering without fries. What we’re trying to say is that these fries are truly delicious!

Red Stripe – Providence, Rhode Island

The hot, salty, crispy, and mouth-watering taste of a good french fry is undeniable. Visit Red Stripe to enjoy the golden and crispy, hand-cut fries. It’s a favorite in Rhode Island!

Red Stripe – Providence, Rhode Island

Will you be visiting this place? You may want to pop by, just to find out what all the hype is about. This dish is served with aioli or truffle, so you can enjoy the tasty goodness of this dish.

Cru Cafe – Charleston, South Carolina

Cru Cafe serves one of the greatest comfort gourmet foods and the fries on their menu is a perfect example. You could try something simple like the classic fries but if you want to go for something fancy, try the truffle parmesan fries.

Cru Cafe – Charleston, South Carolina

Every bite is filled with delicious tastes that are supremely irresistible. It’s a wonder how anyone can turn something as simple as a potato into something so delicious!

TapHouse 41 – Sioux Falls, South Dakota

TapHouse 41 is proof of the fact that french fries are one of the best side dishes for any meal. There’s no denying that fries are a guilty pleasure for many people.

TapHouse 41 – Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Some people like to make their own fries, but for those who don’t, visit this joint in Sioux Falls. They pair well with any kind of beverage (almost all of them) and with some main courses. Don’t miss it!

Chauhan & Masala House – Nashville, Tennessee

If you love french fries as you’re also a fan of Indian food, Chauhan Ale & Masala House is the place to be. They have an unusual take on the traditional fries that you’re used to having.

Chauhan & Masala House – Nashville, Tennessee

Try the Tandoori Chicken Poutine – we’re sure you’ll be obsessed with this dish! The fries are topped with tandoori chicken, cheese curds, makhani sauce, and some spicy masala fries. Drooling already, are we?

Black Sheep Lodge – Austin, Texas

You may have had loaded fries before but we bet you haven’t had loaded fries like the ones at Black Sheep Lodge. This joint in Austin, Texas, serves some of the most delicious fries in America.

Black Sheep Lodge – Austin, Texas

They go a step further by adding a variety of add-ons, making you spoiled for choice. What this means is that you can create your own plate of loaded fries, just like you always wanted!

Hires Big H – Salt Lake City, Utah

Golden, crispy, and sprinkled with sea salt, these fries are the perfect accompaniment to any burger or sandwich. Served with a side of ranch or ketchup, these fries are perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

Hires Big H – Salt Lake City, Utah

So, the next time you’re in Salt Lake City alone, or with your friends, be sure to check out Hires Big H at least once. You’ll surely want to visit this place again!

Al’s French Fries – Burlington, Vermont

Some things are best left the way they are and the same goes for the fries at Al’s French Fries. This place has been running since the 1940s and is a respected Burlington-area institution.

Al’s French Fries – Burlington, Vermont

There have been no complaints about the quality and taste of these fries and the restaurant hasn’t changed anything. Their simplicity is their USP with their crispy, thinly cut, lightly salted, french fries.

Repeal Burgers – Virginia Beach, Virginia

There are some foods that make you feel so happy that they can even make your surroundings seem better. The burgers and fries at Repeal Bourbon & Burgers can do just that.

Repeal Burgers – Virginia Beach, Virginia

If you don’t believe us, be sure to try out their Poutine dish. It includes their house fries topped with cheese curds, bourbon gravy, one sunny side up fried egg, and also “bacon dust.” Once you’ve eaten this, you’ll never forget about it!

Brouwer’s Cafe – Seattle, Washington

Experience a little bit of Belgium at a café in Seattle. Are you wondering what we’re talking about? Well, Brouwer’s Café is well known for serving Belgian-inspired cuisine and their fries are simply superb!

Brouwer’s Cafe – Seattle, Washington

They’re better known as the twice-fried wonders. You have the option of choosing from a variety of delicious sauces. Some of the popular suce choices include mayo, rémoulade, aioli, chipotle mayo, Bourbon dragon sauce, and curry ketchup.

Bluegrass Kitchen – Charleston, West Virginia

Bluegrass Kitchen is known to serve farm-to-table food that’s the epitome of comfort. The french fries are a highlight on their menu and you’ll definitely want to get your hands on them!

Bluegrass Kitchen – Charleston, West Virginia

Unlike most places that use machines to cut up the potatoes, this joint hand-cuts their fries. They’re then brined in some malt vinegar and served hot. The dish is accompanied by some bacon aioli and whiskey ketchup.

AJ Bombers – Wisconsin

Have you ever tried the burgers at AJ Bombers? They’re simply delicious! You’ll experience your eyes rolling into the back of your head when you take a bite from this dish. However, their fries are equally capable of becoming the MVP of this joint.

AJ Bombers – Wisconsin

They’re golden and super crispy. One bite of these amazing fries is all it takes for you to realize that if you lived in Wisconsin, you’d never stop visiting this place!

Mile High Fries – Cheyenne, Wyoming

For those who love fries, these are perfect! The french fries here are crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and perfectly golden. These fluffy and flavorful fries are a great base for piling on a ton of toppings.

Mile High Fries – Cheyenne, Wyoming

Mile High Fries will serve you fries with melted cheddar cheese, buffalo chicken, ranch drizzle, green onions, tangy BBQ sauce, and tender pulled pork. If you’re already drooling reading this, we don’t blame you.