Babe's Chicken Dinner House

★★★★☆ 4.2 (913) • $$

"I love that I can pick up a whole meal of some of the most amazing fried chicken ever. It comes with all the sides and is melt in your mouth good. The only thing is I only like chicken breast and I wish I could just get one piece."

Angel Chicken Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.5 (354) • $$

"ACK, with all its simple, farm pride decor, serves some slammin' fried chicken and does hard-working customers of all preferences proud whether you wanna eat healthy or get down n' dirty. My wife and I seesaw the spectrum since every dish we've had here is simply stellar. First and foremost, Hill Country. If you're going to ACK for the first time, this is what you will order. It's not a suggestion. It's a command. The jalapeño jam and goat cheese combo paired with their practically perfect fried chicken recipe on a super crumbly biscuit will make your eyes roll into your head and leave 'em there until about 15 mins. after you finished this bad boy. All their biscuit sandwiches are going to give you the "happies" but Hill Country does take the cake. Gotta hand it to a place serving fried chicken - they know not everyone wanting fried chicken wants the stuffed-gut guilt usually contributed by the accompaniment of french fries or mashed potatoes. I love that ACK has these healthy bowls of delicious veggies and quinoa (rice is another option). I have personally tried the teriyaki bowl and the peanut butter honey chili bowl, and both give me that rare balance of drowning in deliciousness but not because I'm weighed down feeling like I ate 5 lbs. of abhorration.It's great that a place can offer the two sides of the culinary coin with consistent, remarkable flavors. To add to the long list of positives - great prices under $10 a dish!"

Street's Fine Chicken

★★★★☆ 4 (329) • $$

"the food and service is wonderful! the chicken, eggs, and greens were exceptionally seasoned!"

Whistle Britches

★★★★☆ 4.1 (301) • $$

"It's been sittin' here for a while without us getting around to trying it, but finally did today and it's good reviews are deserved. The chicken is a tiny bit spicy, just a pinch, and is big and tender. The crust is good, not too much and not too little. I got the Love Me Tender, and despite bein' a growin' boy, I actually couldn't finish it, so the portions are very nice. The potato salad was really good, but being a side-lover, I personally could have gone with a tad less chicken in favor of a bit more side, but it's fine. The biscuits are large enough to turn out as actual sandwich "buns", so they are very big and nice quality. Service and atmosphere is great (had enough country music to do me for a year or two). Anyway, recommended!"

Cowboy Chicken

★★★★☆ 3.5 (384) • $$

"The chicken tenders are deep fried with a batter that is light and crisp. Had the baked sweet potato and green beans for sides, a great place for a quick and delicious lunch.They have sweet tea, watermelon black tea, regular and strawberry lemonade. All good and sweet."

Lucky’s Hot Chicken

★★★★☆ 3.8 (309) • $$

"Food: Dining Room: Today it's 58 degrees outside and feels like 48 up in this bitch!"

Bad Chicken

★★★★☆ 4.1 (214)

"I finally got to try Bad Chicken after being so encapsulated by the name! And let just say, there is NOTHING bad about this chicken. The wings are smoked and then fried and you can definitely taste it! We had the buffalo lemon pepper in medium and Cajun dry rub and they were fantastic! The loaded curly fries are a for sure a must have. As for the vibes, they are a 10/10! They have a game console set up for you to play games with your friends and family as well as a pretty large patio area with games. Did I also mention they serve alcohol? We had their Original marg and a hennyrita! The food was amazing, the service was good, and the vibes were there! We are for sure definitely returning soon"

Smackbird Hot Chicken

★★★★☆ 4.4 (104)

"If you're a fan of the Popeye's Chicken Sandwich, Smackbird is the place for you to visit! This ghost kitchen is located inside of Cowboy Chicken.The chicken sandwich is crispy, flavorful and big with their signature Smacksauce. You can choose your heat level for the hot chicken. LiteSmack has flavor but not noticeable spice, whereas the GoodSmack has the right amount of kick to your bite without being overwhelming! I'll have to come back and try their jumbo tenders because their chicken is so juicy.Grab a side of dippers (potato skin fries) and banana pudding and you've got a full meal! I was taken aback how spicy the lemonade was! It tasted like a blend of lemonade and cayenne, which was a unique experience."

Freckle's Chicken

★★★★☆ 4.4 (99)

"Allow time bc it's made to order and it's a gas station, so it's not somewhere to meet up with friends, but I received the crispiest, tastiest, best seasoned piping hot chicken, fried okra, and corn on the cob last night. Chicken comes w fries, a slice of bread, and a few jalapeños. You get a lot, too. Hopefully, someday they'll open a second location in south Mesquite bc I drove over 20 minutes each way. (I was really glad it was still hot at home)"

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (164) • $

"First time visiting this location , to be honest i I loved the way the cooked the chicken tenders, aka chicken fingers. Delicious, juicy chicken perfectly seasoned and curly shape of fries perfect to eat when weather is cold. Rich in protein and carbs keeps your body warm and energies.)))"

The Chicken Place

★★★★☆ 3.8 (115) • $

"I love this place. They are never out of items , everything is always fresh and cooked perfectly. I was get the gizzards here. I always get more than I ordered, the batter is never too greasy and always seasoned well. The Cole slaws tasted fresh and was not watery. The mash potatoes were very creamy and smooth. Their lemonade is also very good. Their regular fried chicken is made with that same crunchy light batter, always juicy and never dry!"

Wulf Burger

★★★★☆ 3.8 (114) • $$

"After a business morning of moving our daughter into her dorm we had to stop for a good burger. Across the way was Wulf Burger, why not try it. It's close enough that of it's good my daughter can have again. Food was awesome and service even better. You have to try the Wulf Burger!"

Sal's Nashville Hot Chicken

★★★★☆ 4.4 (83)

"Amazing food! The waffles and tender sliders had jalapeño mixed in to make for an amazing sweet and savory bite. The staff is awesome, letting us sample the newer skewers and giving us complementary chai!"

Arlanderz Chicken Joint

★★★★★ 4.7 (67)

"First of all, the food here is amazing. Hand down some of the best fried chicken and catfish I've had in the DFW area! The pieces are really well fried, flavorful, and juicy. The Mac and cheese was appropriately cheesy and was well seasoned, and the okra was also good (although I wish it could've been a bit better). The portions are big enough to split with another person or save some for a second meal. Don't be fooled, the food is so good but it is rich and heavy! The place itself is super tiny and most people took their food to go. There is a wait to get the food so order in advance. This is not a sit down restaurant or a place to bring a large group. For this purpose, I really wouldn't recommend it for lunch for a group. But if bringing back to place of work, then it's ok. As far as value, I thought it was a bit on the high side, I think I paid around $25 (I tipped although I took away) for lunch. Next time, I would rather order a la carte and share with a group of people."

Fiery Chicken

★★★★☆ 3.8 (102) • $$

"Soooooooo....I'm gonna be real.I had HIGH hopes.It's called fiery chicken....I got the spiciest level...and it wasn't remotely spicy Like...not even a little. Not even a tiny bit.Sad."

bb.q Chicken Plano Preston

★★★★☆ 4.1 (80) • $$

"I found this place when I was randomly out nearby. I don't think they offer the best ways to order food for a single person. There's no combos for sides, and I think they're over priced. I paid around $16 for 8 or 9 wings, you couldn't split flavors, and the flavor I chose had 1 heat level but was deff a 9 on the tongue & I like spicy. I'm not sure if that was a mistake or what. The inside was ok to sit and eat but I probably won't be back. The flavor and chicken was good but overall wasn't worth it."

Cajun Fish Grill

★★★★☆ 4.4 (60) • $$

"Had the shrimp jambalaya. Perfect combination of shrimp, andouille, chicken and served over rice. LARGE plate with two large slices of very fresh toasted bread. Of course I had to sample a bowl of red beans and rice, I could have made that my meal. And had to sample the onion rings.... Well I got about 3 before everyone joined in and they were gone. My daughter got the fish and chips. The fish had just the right amount of beer batter on a thick cut of very fresh cod. My wife got the fried shrimp, 6 of them, LARGE butterflied gulf shrimp and she could not finish the plate. Miguel Mercado, the owner, was a very gracious host, serving us himself. Will definitely be back!!"

The Gyro Shop

★★★★★ 4.5 (47)

"We love the Plano location but this one missed the mark for us. The white sauce was not as flavorful and was thicker than it's supposed to be - almost like it had too much mayo. It was easily 85 degrees inside - not what you want on a 95 degree day. We were uncomfortable and just wanted to get out as quickly as possible. I like at the Plano location that they ask how much hot sauce you want as they make it in front of you - not the case here. Just be sure to tell them what you want."

Spice Wok

★★★★★ 4.5 (43)

"We were absolutely not sure what we were getting into, though I am very familiar with Indo-Chinese cuisine. And to tell the truth,very few people can replicate that right amount of spices and spiciness to ensure it is eatable and tasty. Finally found a place that does amazing!!!We got 1. Manchow soup (really tasty!! Absolutely recommended), 2. Lemon Coriander soup (was expecting a fairly mild one, but this is the spiciest one of them all! Beware and know what you are getting into, though I found it very tasty my wife could not eat it haha), 3. Hakka Noodles (Recommended), and 4. Schezwan Fried Rice (very highly recommended)Overall the food was fantastic, we came in on a sunday afternoon and there was no one but we got fabulous service and we had enough left over for two more meals !! Coming back for more for sure!Oh btw they had a ramadan menu and their phones were ringing off the hook and they were turning people away because of reservations and space. That tells you how good the place is!"

Daddy’s Chicken Shack

★★★★☆ 3.8 (56)

"Today was my third visit. I was hesitant to return as my prior visit sandwiches had chicken smaller than the already small bun, and the spice level didn't add up to its name. I have been seeking a true "Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich Experience." I expressed my concern, "Hey all the pictures on the menu show a large chicken breast sticking out both sides of the sandwich, but my prior orders didn't come close." I was assured that doesn't happen anymore. I ordered 2 Nashville daddys, a spicy daddy sandwiches and mild chicken tenders. All three sandwiches had chicken beyond the bun. The Nashville Daddy, even with the Extra Hot sauce level, still isn't authentic Nashville hot chicken. The sauce on the bun is hot enough to induce a scalp sweat, but the chicken itself is not. I guess the kitchen staff overheard my comments and decided to cake the mild chicken strips in a heavy, hot, dry spice rub. The strips were for my kid, who couldn't eat them at that spice level. I wasn't able to finish them myself, I prefer a hot sauce compared to the heavily caked tenders. See pic. I note that there is not a Daddy's Chicken Shack in Nashville or Tennessee. That might explain my overall disappointment in seeking a true Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich experience here. Not in a hurry to return."

Daddy Mac's Chicken

★★★☆☆ 3 (85) • $

"Best fried chicken in Dallas. Fight me! The guys here are super friendly and the menu is dope. I'd eat here everyday if it would go to my thighs! Not a dine in leave. It's perfect for picking up for a movie night in, perhaps catering for a party. I think they might be on grubhub too! Two Thumbs way up!"

The Budlong Southern Chicken - Irving

★★★★☆ 4.1 (44)

"The Budlong Southern Chicken is a fried chicken sandwich chain that serves Nashville Hot chicken sandwiches that uses chicken thighs instead of breast. This is the first location in Texas.My Overall Rating - 4 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return)Atmosphere - The Budlong Southern Chicken is located behind Bar Louie in the Toyota Music Factory. Like all restaurants at TMF, try to get street parking, otherwise you have to park in the garage, which can be busy on event days. The restaurant itself is a long, quick serve style restaurant with booths along the sides, tables in the middle, and cool Budlong art and murals on the wall. If only it had better parking.... 1/2 Star.Service - The staff is super nice. We went on a grand opening day where the line was to the door, but the staff were all smiles, were super patient with our orders, and made sure we would enjoy our meals. Like most quick service restaurants, you order, give them your name, then wait for your food to come out. 1 StarFood - I ordered the original Nashville Hot chicken sandwich with Cajun potato salad. Kudos to Budlong because the thigh meat works. The chicken was hot, plump, juicy, and contained a good amount of heat. The soft, spongy bun held the chicken and slaw well. The slaw cooled the heat a little, and the cold, creamy Cajun potato salad cooled it a lot. IMO, it was a perfect paring. I chose the buttermilk ranch. And while I didn't dip my sandwich in it, my teens ate it with their hot, crispy crinkle-cut fries. But the star of my meal was the fried corn bread. Served with sweet butter, who knew boring cornbread could be transformed into such greatness? The only downer was the chocolate pie. The dough was very chewy and the chocolate a bit gooey. Otherwise, a great meal! 1 1/2 Stars.Will I Return? - Yes. While I'm not a fan of the parking at Toyota Music Factory, I'm happy that I now have a great local option (I live in Irving) for Nashville Hot Chicken. I'll be back for that fried corn bread! 1 Star"

AJ's Hot Chicken

★★★★☆ 4 (45)

"Came here around 1 AM during the Grand Opening weekend. I was expecting to try the mozzarella sticks covered in Hot Cheetos, but was told they only had a limited menu. I ended up getting the AJ Sammy's meal, and even met one of the co-owners as I was eating the food. He seemed very passionate about the business and indicated he would be here everyday. When I did enter though a hour before closing time, the restaurant was half full. The cashier told me that if I liked spice, I should get a level 4. I did, and I regretted getting it because it was pretty spicy for me. I was really grateful for the free ice cream cone. Recommend you give these guys a try!"

Texas Star Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.6 (48)

"I went with a large group on a Saturday morning and they did an amazing job of taking care of us. No mistakes were made and that was impressive. If you get the Chilaquiles be aware that it's a full plate and it's very spicy. I plan to go back."

Royal Fried Chicken and Seafood

★★★★☆ 4.3 (31)

"1st the prices on the menu are for cash purchases only. There is a percentage increase charge if you pay with credit card. I was told after I purchased and had to inquire. Just add a sign by the register or let consumer know before purchase. Got the fried catfish and it was good. Condiment style tarter sauce similar to ketchup packs. Will try chicken and update."

Bo's Chicken & Seafood

★★★★☆ 4.3 (28)

"This is what I consider hole in the wall place. Excellent fried chickens, can't beat the prices too. Way better than golden chick and cheaper. I hit up this spot probably once a week for lunch. Ask for extra seasoning on them chicken."

Big Boi’s Chicken-N-Waffles

★★★★★ 4.6 (23)

"FoodThe food here is absolutely amazing, it's a location where everything has a different taste and you'll need to visit several times to get a full idea of how it all taste. The portions are BIG I doubt you would be able to sample multiple things at once unless you're taking a single bite of each. The tenders are really big, the burgers are big also. Price wise the average is about $9-$10 for smaller order sizes and up to $25 for larger ones. ServiceIt's a small business attached to a convenience store so there's not a huge employee presence like a franchise location. There are usually 2 people working, both are very kind and will take your order and have good conversation with you. They're always kind to me each time I come and sometimes they're throw in small extras to make the meals even better.AmbianceLike I mentioned previously, it's attached to a convenience store so people are in and out, but their section has about 4 small tables setup where you can sit and eat and if you want a drink just take a few steps across the floor to the store cooler and grab something. Not a typical restaurant dedicated to their business, but the functionality and taste of food makes the ambiance irrelevant.Definitely check them out!"

Anvil Brewing

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (42)

"We went on what appeared to the poker night. It was very good and we tried some good mixed drinks and several local beers. I ordered the Ruben pasta. It was delightfully weird and exactly as explained. A Ruben sandwich converted to a pasta dish. I was not a big fan BUT that is my taste. They did a great job on it and it was prepared perfectly."

The Hen House Louisiana Fried Chicken

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (39) • $

"New name but, Same cooks same FLAVOR....YAY.....!!!! Love it....!!!Owners wanted to change the name but, its STILL the same recipes and same staff :)"

Louisiana Famous Fried Chicken

★★★★☆ 3.5 (31) • $

"I love specials! And this place had several. They had so many that they couldn't fit on the wall and were streamed from the counter as a continuance. Got 2 pieces of fish (bass) and 3 pieces of chicken with fries for $8. Win!The fish was so fresh and flaky, it was like eating the clean version of catfish. The batter wasn't all thick and tore away with the fish, also seasoned well. The chicken was great. Again, seasoned great... the skin (I'm a sucker for fried chicken skin and if you say you're not, you're a liar lol) was damn good :) even the fries were better than McDonalds fries in the 90s. Bruh, get you some... NOW!"

Shami's Restaurant & Grill

★★★★★ 4.8 (14)

"We tried Shami's last night for dinner and the food was fantastic. The owner was polite and kind. We had the half grilled chicken platter and my husband licked it clean. The chicken shawarmas were delicious too. Check them out, just opened two weeks ago next to fat straws on park. They serve zabiha halal as per the owner."

WaBa Grill

★★★★★ 4.5 (15)

"Stopped by this WaBa over weekend while in Dallas.Food was fresh, flavorful and of great quality. The staff was helpful and attentive. Restaurant was clean and welcome. Thank you WaBa Grill"

Mr Wong's Chicken & Rice

★★★★☆ 4.3 (3)

"The chicken here has always been fulfilling. I believe it used to be called "The Original Chicken -n- Rice. The chicken tastes almost the same. Today I bought their buffalo chicken wings! I am not surprised that they are delicious better than Wing stop and for sure bigger wings. Service was good and environment. I do recommend. Prices are actually pretty decent with today's prices."

Babe's Chicken Dinner House

★★★★☆ 4.2 • $$

"This is a local love for many! The location is great in a historical spot with good parking. Service is exceptional. Food is salty. Everything has a similar taste from high salt. The chicken is good for sure. And the biscuits. All the sides are served family style. The 'salad' is a bowl of wet lettuce. I don't know why they bother. The potatoes are good, the corn is laden with sugar, and the beans are also well seasoned. It is too bad. These lovely vegetables are delicious without all the additives. It detracts from the potential of the meal. I think Babe's is worth a visit, and bring your family when they come to visit. But the salt content is too unhealthy for regular consumption."