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The 3 best fried chicken spots in Dallas

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By Stacy Rounds

January 15, 2025

Few dishes capture the spirit of the South quite like fried chicken. Crispy, juicy, flavorful, and filling, it’s the definition of comfort food — served sizzling hot, and with a side helping of love. 

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After asking our readers where they go for the best fried chicken in Dallas, three places received far more votes than the rest. From classic recipes to international twists, these establishments serve up some mean fried chicken that locals can’t get enough of.

Let’s take a closer look at each of Dallas’s top spots for fried chicken and discover what makes them so finger-licking good.

3. Mike’s Chicken

Mike’s Chicken may be about as simple as a fried chicken place can get. However, their fried chicken continuously garners rave reviews on YouTube, TikTok, Reddit, and Yelp. Known for its no-frills, fast-causal service, and consistent, high-quality fried chicken, Mike’s has earned a loyal following in Dallas.

Founded by Vietnamese immigrants Son and Tram Dao, this fried chicken heaven began its journey inside a laundromat on Maple Avenue. Humble beginnings, indeed. The culinary operations at Mike’s Chicken are still overseen by the Dao family, with Son and Tram at the helm. His dedication to quality and authenticity is evident in each tender morsel. Mike’s cooks still hand-cut the chicken daily and prepare each order from scratch.

The menu features a variety of mouthwatering fried chicken favorites, including chicken tenders, juicy dark meat combinations like leg and thigh, and wings. Each plate can be accompanied by sides such as creamy corn, coleslaw, mashed potatoes, and green beans. But the biscuits are where it’s at — fluffier than a Southern grandma’s curls and brushed with a sweet honey glaze.

In May 2022, Mike’s Chicken expanded to a second location on Forest Lane, offering a more spacious dining experience while maintaining the same commitment to quality that patrons have come to love.

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2. Hattie B’s

Hattie B’s is a relative newcomer to the Dallas food scene, but it has quickly gained a reputation for its sizzling flavors. Originating in Nashville, Hattie B’s brought its signature hot chicken to Texas just a few short years ago, and locals love it.

The original Hattie B’s Hot Chicken, a Nashville-based restaurant chain, was founded in 2012 by father and son duo Nick Bishop Sr. and Nick Bishop Jr. This small chain is renowned for its authentic Nashville hot chicken, a spicy fried chicken dish that has become a hallmark of Southern cuisine.

In February 2022, Hattie B’s opened its doors in Dallas at 3827 Lemmon Ave in the Oak Lawn neighborhood. This marked the chain’s first venture into Texas, bringing its signature hot chicken to a new audience.

Hattie B’s menu offers a range of Southern favorites, but their signature hot chicken is what people crave. Diners can choose from options like mild, medium, hot, and for the daring, “Shut the Cluck Up!!!” In addition to their signature hot chicken, the menu features Southern sides including pimento mac & cheese, collard greens, baked beans, and bacon cheddar grits. Dessert offerings like banana pudding and peach cobbler provide a sweet finish.

Hattie B’s Dallas location operates from 10:45 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, extending to midnight on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. For those interested in experiencing authentic Nashville hot chicken in Dallas, Hattie B’s offers a welcoming fast casual atmosphere and a fun, flavorful menu.

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1. Bubba’s Cooks Country

At the top of the list is Bubba’s Cooks Country, a Dallas institution renowned for its traditional Southern comfort food. Housed in a charming retro-style diner, Bubba’s has been serving some of the best fried chicken in the city for decades.

Bubba’s Cooks Country was founded in 1981 by Mary Beth and Paul “Bubba” Vinyard. Their vision was to bring authentic Texas country cooking to the city, creating a welcoming, family-friendly place for folks to enjoy homestyle meals.

The restaurant’s menu features a variety of Southern comfort dishes, with the fried chicken front and center. Each piece of Arkansas chicken is marinated for 24 hours. This meticulous preparation has earned Bubba’s many thumbs ups from locals, including recognition time and again for having the best fried chicken in Dallas.

In addition to their famous fried chicken, Bubba’s offers up classic dishes such as chicken-fried steak, catfish, mashed potatoes, green beans, yeast rolls, and black-eyed peas. The menu reflects the Vinyard family’s Texas country roots.

For those interested in visiting, Bubba’s Cooks Country is located in Dallas and operates daily, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 

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CATEGORIES: FOOD and DRINK

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  • Stacy Rounds

    Stacy Rounds is a writer and growth producer for Courier Texas. Prior to joining the team, Stacy has worked as a writer, editor, and engagement specialist covering topics ranging from local history, disability advocacy, recreation, and food hotspots to relationships and mental health.

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