17 of America’s Most Absurd French Fry Creations

By Vera Armus

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Sure, we can all agree that French fries in their crispy, golden state are and will always be a delicious classic. But across the country, cities like New York, Houston, Portland and many others have started cranking out ridiculous, yet outrageously delicious types of fries.

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Check out these 17 insanely pimped out versions of America’s favorite vegetable:

New York City

Sticky’s Finger Joint: S’more Fries

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Sticky’s makes the difficult decision between salty and sweet for you.

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Toloache: Avocado Fries

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Avocado toast, meet your newest rival.

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JoJu NY: Banh Mi Frites

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This French-Vietnamese classic just got even more hybrid.

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Narcissa: Carrot Fries with Tofu Aioli

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Narcissa will make you eat your vegetables and like them too.

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Peacefood Cafe: Chickpea Fries

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Cause who says falafel is the only way to eat fried chickpeas?

Houston

Boheme Café & Wine Bar: Vietnamese Fries

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Can’t choose between American and Vietnamese food? Here’s your solution.

Sammy’s Wild Game Grill: Python Chili Cheese Fries

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Yeah, you read correctly. Head over to Sammy’s and try some snake with your spuds.

Chicago

Saucy Porka: Sweet Potato Curry Fries

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Hurry for the curry.

Frite Street: Philly Cheese Steak Fries

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A little bit of Philly in Chi-Town.

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Photos courtesy of Instagram, toloache.com, boneandmarrow.com, peacefoodcafe.com, sammywildgamegrill.com and flickr.com.

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