America's Favorite Fries: P. Terry's Wins Austin's Heart

The hunt for America's favorite French fries has come to Austin, and there's a clear winner: P. Terry’s. With 25% of votes, readers loved their crispy, salty, paper bag-served fries.

Liam Davila, the Fry Guy of P. Terry's, reveals the simplicity of their perfect fries. It's all about precision: slicing potatoes, soaking in hot water and vinegar, drying, frying, salting, and serving. No fancy ingredients, just fresh potatoes and a commitment to quality.

We hope our customers realize that everything we serve is fresh. We start fresh every morning. We don't have freezers, microwaves, or heat lamps.
- Patrick Terry, co-founder of P. Terry's

Patrick and Kathy Terry founded P. Terry's in 2005 with a focus on burgers and fresh-cut fries. They insist on Idaho potatoes, stored in climate-controlled conditions, with no added sugar, and cooked in canola oil. It's an iconic Austin joint, beloved for its simplicity and fresh taste.

P. Terry's serves millions of potatoes a week, and Austin has spoken: these fries are worth the vote.

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