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Abners Famous Chicken Tenders

2 blocks from the Square

Great chicken tenders. Wall-to-wall sports memorabilia. Great sweet tea. It has now developed into a small chain with locations throughout Mississippi and the Memphis area. This is the original Abners and was started by former Ole Miss football player, Abner White. Great for a quick lunch.

Website: abnerschicken.com (opens in a new tab)

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