Fried chicken gets a gourmet makeover at Sweet T's Restaurant and Bar in Santa Rosa. For one thing, it's served on a plate—not in a bucket. It's also accompanied by fresh veggies, mashed potatoes, and a soft roll as opposed to heavy sides. Yet it still captures the essence of Southern cooking, according to Yelp reviewers who've tried it. The chicken is moist and well-seasoned, so you won't notice the lack of grease and salt.

In addition to the fried chicken dinner, customers like the Brussels sprouts. They work well as an accompaniment to any of Sweet T's Southern entrees and come with a flavorful aioli for added flavor. Don't fill up on the savory Southern fare, though, because Sweet T's also dishes out decadent desserts. Customers particularly like the pecan pie, so make sure to share a slice after dinner.

Sweet T's Restaurant and Bar
2097 Stagecoach Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
(707) 595-3935
www.sweettssr.com
www.yelp.com/biz/sweet-ts-restaurant-and-bar-santa-rosa

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