Whether they're French, freedom or Belgian, we think potatoes plus oil is one of the best culinary combos the kitchen's ever come up with. But just because fast food restaurants have taken claim on the starch sticks doesn't mean they know what they're doing. We got to the root of the matter, and found San Diego's favorite fry houses.
Good to eat
Belgian Frie
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Fries are the main course at this Pacific Beach eatery.
4614 Mission Blvd., San Diego
858-270-9900
Potato Shack Cafe
Serving so much more than spuds for breakfast, this humble Encinitas eatery packs 'em in, especially on weekends.
120 West I St., Encinitas
760-436-1282
Lucky Buck's
Where's Zack Morris? Burgers are big and fries are finger-licking good at this '90s-looking burger joint.
1459 University Ave., San Diego
619-297-0660
Jayne's Gastropub
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Jayne's Gastropub brings a dose of European vibe to Normal Heights.
4677 30th St., San Diego
619-563-1011