Harland Sanders Cafe and Museum

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688 US Highway 25 W
Corbin, KY 40701

Harland Sanders Cafe and Museum, located in Corbin, Kentucky, is the birthplace of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) and serves as a tribute to Colonel Harland Sanders, the founder of the world-renowned fast-food chain. The museum features meticulously restored exhibits that showcase the Colonel's original restaurant, innovative kitchen, and memorabilia from the early days of KFC.

Since its establishment in 1937 as a gas station diner, the cafe has evolved to include a modern KFC kitchen and has been recognized on the National Register of Historical Places. Visitors can enjoy a dining experience that reflects the Colonel's legacy, while also exploring the history of KFC and its impact on the fast-food industry.

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4.0180 reviews
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Maria G.
9/7/2025

This was the busiest KFC I have ever been to but also the cleanest and friendliest. Staff was kind and efficient. The food came out warm and juicy. On top of that there was so much to see! They...

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Bobblehead B.
11/24/2025

I went with the idea this would just be a nonsensical waste of time. I was wrong. The place is historical. What is even more historical is the chicken served. It was actually like "the good old...

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Shelby Z.
3/10/2025

As a true Kentuckian, it has been on my bucket list for forever to visit the OG KFC. My past couple of visits near Corbin were during the very long renovation of this museum. Once we finally found...

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Tabitha H.
5/28/2025

Can you really say you've visited Kentucky without stopping by the first KFC? In Corbin, you can see where it all began and it's absolutely worth a visit. This KFC isn't just a restaurant - it's...

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Matt U.
12/20/2024

If this place isn't already on the short list of places that you should go, it needs to be! Literally the first KFC, this place is an absolute gym as far as roadside America type spots go. We...

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