Welcome to Barbara Ann's Southern Fried Chicken - Gillespie
Our Gillespie location is found right in the heart of the Airport Plaza shopping hub, serving as a prime landing spot for hungry travelers navigating through Fayetteville Regional Airport. Positioned perfectly on Gillespie Street, we are just a short drive from the scenic Cape Fear Botanical Garden and the bustling downtown Fayetteville historic core. Whether you are heading back into town from the nearby Massey Hill neighborhood or spending the day checking out the local shops around Owen Drive and Legion Road, stop in to fuel up on your favorites.
We're Located in Gillespie
Address: 2800 Gillespie St #134, Fayetteville, NC 28306
Phone: +1 910-491-1987
Hours:
Mon - Sat: 11 AM - 9 PM
Sun: 11 AM - 5 PM
Southern soul on Gillespie Street
Barbara Ann's brings the same family recipes and golden-fried goodness to the heart of Fayetteville's Gillespie corridor — quick, satisfying, and always made with care.
A neighborhood worth knowing
Near Crown Theater and JP Riddle Stadium, this Fayetteville location serves local families, working residents, and military neighbors who know good food when they find it.
What sets Gillespie apart
The chopped turkey BBQ here has its own devoted following — tender, savory, and deeply satisfying. A text-notification pickup system means you'll know the moment your order is ready.
Southern Comfort Starts Here
Barbara Ann's Southern Fried Chicken is a vibrant fried chicken destination located in Hope Mills & Gillespie in Cumberland County, North Carolina, where a passion for authentic flavors comes alive! Every meal at Barbara Ann's Southern Fried Chicken is rooted in family tradition and served with genuine Southern hospitality. From our famous crispy fried chicken to comforting Southern favorites, every plate is prepared using recipes passed down through generations. Experience the flavors that earned us the 2025 Fayetteville Community's Choice Award for Best Fried Chicken.
A Family Legacy on Every Plate
Barbara Ann's Southern Fried Chicken was built on generations of family recipes, treasured traditions, and a love for bringing people together. What began in a family kitchen grew into a beloved food truck before opening our restaurant in 2022. Today, every meal continues the legacy of Barbara Ann, whose passion for soulful Southern cooking lives on in every crispy bite and comforting side.
Made with Love, Served with Pride
Discover a menu filled with authentic comforting Southern favorites and fresh daily creations. Our signature Southern fried chicken is known for its perfectly crispy coating and juicy, flavorful center. Alongside customer favorites like turkey barbecue, red velvet waffles, and classic Southern sides, every meal is crafted to celebrate authentic Southern cooking.
Order Online with Ease
Skip the wait and order online with ease. Choose your favorite dishes, place your order, and enjoy delicious meals prepared fresh and ready when you are.
Fresh from the kitchen
Bring Barbara Ann's Southern Fried Chicken to Your Event
Bring the bold flavors of Barbara Ann's Southern Fried Chicken to your next gathering. From intimate gatherings to large celebrations, our catering menu delivers fresh, flavorful, rich and diverse food as our Carolina roots that guests will remember long after the event ends. Let us take care of the food while you focus on creating memorable moments with your guests.
What our guests are saying
My husband and I ordered chicken and red velvet waffle, small Mac n cheese, and a turkey barbecue plate with corn bread, Mac n cheese, and baked beans. All of the food was good. The turkey barbecue was mind blowing. It was nothing like my husband and I was expecting, but it was delicious! We are definitely going back again.
Rendy Russell
I decided to try this place for a cheat day. I just got sides and omg. This food made me dance. All I know is next time I'm ordering food for 2 days because I haven't had good soul food like this in a long time. Yes it's the south but these days the food is either too greasy, porky or some type of fusion. Not this place.
Nikki Grizzle
Its not fast food so don't get mad when it takes a little for your food. But let me tell you worth the wait 100% the waffle was practically like cake it was so moist and delicious. And the fried chicken was fresh and cooked to perfection! They where super busy but extremely friendly definitely will be going again.
Chris Raikakos
This place serves the best fried chicken and fried shrimp. I love to pair it with mac n cheese and their baked beans. Definitely my place to go for great soul food!
Rochelle James
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Catering
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Shrimp, Sweet Tea, Baked Beans, Banana Pudding, Fried Chicken, Chicken, Chicken Restaurant, Collard Greens, Wings, Cornbread, Potato Salad, Chicken Salad, and Southern Food
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Fayetteville, Williams Village, Ardulusa, Hope Mills, Cumberland, Pine Knoll, East Fayetteville, Grays Creek, Cumberland County, Judson, Skibo, Roslin, Vander, Bonnie Doone, Clifdale, Fenix, Shaws, Beaver Creek, Cedar Creek, and Lena.
