— Best Fried Chicken
Joella’s Hot Chicken
The Basics
Opened: 2015
Neighborhood: Regional chain (original on Frankfort Avenue)
Self-description: “Where the chicken’s hot and the vibes are warm.”
Website: joellas.com
Best of Louisville Stats
Total nominations: 3
Total wins: 2
First win: 2016, Best Chicken Restaurant
Also won: 2018, Best Fried Chicken
The Voting Academy Says
“Love all of the heat levels.”