Many of us would be glad to never step into another school for the rest of our lives, but locals in Rochelle, Illinois can’t wait for this class to be in session. There’s a country restaurant that looks like an old schoolhouse, and it serves some of the best fried chicken in the state.

One bite of this place’s delicious food will have you hooked for good. Check it out:

Just outside of Rockford is a schoolhouse-themed restaurant that has been in operation for more than 45 years. Country School Restaurant will teach you all you need to know about good eats.

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While patrons have the option of using a drive-thru, many choose to eat in and enjoy the down-home, friendly atmosphere and great service that can be found inside.

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Country School Restaurant is best known for its fried chicken as well as its vast selection of ice cream flavors. There are always 16 different flavors available.

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Additional menu items include chicken sandwiches, burgers, fish sandwiches, Italian beef, pizza puffs, hot dogs, and more.

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Kids will even enjoy eating at this schoolhouse restaurant and might ask to be dropped off here instead of their regular school each day.

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Open daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., locals can enjoy all three meals of the day at this country restaurant. Each day brings new and exciting specials, so there’s always a reason to stop by.

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Country School Restaurant is located at 1110 N 7th St in Rochelle, and you can find additional information on its website.

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For breakfast, one of the most popular items is a sausage gravy biscuit served with tater tots.

For more fun places to eat, check out the eight wackiest restaurants in Illinois.

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