The Deep South isn't the only place in America to find mind-blowing soul food restaurants. The Hoosier State is full of excellent fried chicken and BBQ joints that make this state seem more like the south than the Midwest at times.

If you love comfort food but don't have the time to visit where it was born, these 10 restaurants will show you what it's all about. Scroll on to see if any of them are in your neck of the woods.

1. Walton's International Comfort Food

Open daily, this vibrant eatery has been in business since 2016. Guests enjoy great food at an even better price at this establishment. Menu items include brick-oven pizza, smoked chicken, curry, seafood, and many more delicious eats. Classics like chicken and waffles are available for brunch. Find it all at 956 Parrett St., Evansville, IN 47713.

2. Homeboyz Fried Chicken and Fish

Only open three days per week, this low-key soul food kitchen is a little-known restaurant that every Hoosier will want to try. It is known for its fried chicken and fish as well as all the fixin's. Everything is made fresh and fast. This awesome place is located at 1451 Washington St., Columbus, IN 47201.

3. Mississippi Belle

In operation since 1999, this cash-only business is a classic soul food restaurant that will instantly transport you to the Deep South. It is located at 2170 E 54th St., Indianapolis, IN 46220 and is known for everything from fried chicken to chess pie.

4. Comfort Food Cafe

Everything at this place is made fresh-to-order. The restaurant sells a wealth of different sandwiches, including a Cajun burger and Italian beef. Guests will also find fried chicken, meatloaf, and a wealth of brunch items like biscuits and gravy. Open on weekdays for breakfast (8 a.m. to 10 a.m.) and lunch (11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.), this joint is located at 200 E Berry St., Fort Wayne, IN 46802.

5. Southern Comfort Cafe

The fresh eats at this restaurant will have you coming back for more on a weekly basis. Known for pizza, burgers, fried chicken, and other comforting delights, this restaurant also serves amazing pastries and other baked goods you won't want to pass up. Find it all at 801 Spring Lake Dr., Trafalgar, IN 46181.

6. Kelly's Soul Kitchen

Nothing will comfort your soul like the food at this restaurant. Located at 5025 W 5th Ave., Gary, IN 46406, this place sells everything from fried fish to rib tips. It is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

7. Maxine's Chicken and Waffles

This family-owned joint has been around since 2007 and is one of the best soul food restaurants in Indy. It is located at 132 N East St., Indianapolis, IN 46204, and as the name suggests, the place is known for its chicken and waffles. Stop by for lunch or dinner Tuesday through Sunday.

8. Rubbin' Butts BBQ

This rustic eatery is one of the best soul food restaurants for BBQ. Guests enjoy ribs, meat loaf, brisket, and a special treat called a Pig-E-Chonga. Open daily for lunch and dinner, this spot is located at 8007 Highway 311, D, Sellersburg, IN 47172.

9. Kountry Kitchen Soul Food Place

For more than 20 years, this authentic soul food restaurant has been family-owned and operated. Menu items are made from traditional recipes that have been handed down over the years. The best things to try here are the chicken wings and pork chops. Find this and more at 1831 N College Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46202.

10. His Place Eatery

Home of all the comfort food classics, this lovely little restaurant has been around since 2009. From chicken and waffles to ribs, this excellent place has it all. Additional favorites include chicken and dumplings, bourbon creamed corn, and sweet potato cheesecake. Find all the goods at 6916 E 30th St., Indianapolis, IN 46219.

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What other soul food restaurants do you love in Indiana? Share your favorite comfort food joints with us below in the comments.