Following a two-year postponement due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Georgia Restaurant Association (GRA) is thrilled to announce the finalists and honorees for the 2022 Georgia Restaurant Association Crystal of Excellence (GRACE) Awards. All finalists are peer-nominated, ensuring the most deserving in the industry are recognized.

Big homestyle flavors are back at Krystal. Available for a limited time, the Country Fried Steak Krystal features a tender all-beef steak coated in a secret blend of spices, fried until golden brown, topped with Southern-style gravy and served on a soft, steamy signature Krystal bun.

If the test of any Southern restaurant is how well it makes sweet tea and barbecue, Krystal has stepped up to the plate. In collaboration with the National Pork Board, the South’s original quick-service chain is launching pulled pork Memphis BBQ sliders on Monday, Aug. 31.

Krystal dives deep into its Southern roots with new Southern Style Chik ‘N Strips. Fried with a Southern style breading, these mouthwatering strips pair perfectly with a sweet and tangy Chik ‘N Dip ‘N sauce. The new strips can be purchased a la carte or as a combo with fries and a drink.