What to order at LuLu's Maryland Style Chicken & Seafood

Must order
A Maryland-style chicken plate and a side of crab cake.
Signature dishes
Maryland-style chicken, Crab cakes
Editor tip
Counter-order and quick takeout. The Tuckaseegee flagship has the longest hours.
CuisineFried chicken
Price$
Neighborhoodwest-charlotte
HoursMon-Sat 11:00-22:00; Sun 12:00-20:00

Signature dishes: Maryland-style chicken, Crab cakes

Must order: A Maryland-style chicken plate and a side of crab cake.

Tip: Counter-order and quick takeout. The Tuckaseegee flagship has the longest hours.

Location

Address: 2400 Tuckaseegee Rd, Charlotte, NC 28208

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