The hype surrounding Mike's Chicken has been prevalent for years, and only until recently did I…read moredecide to give into it. Typically, I rate based on several visits to get an overall picture of the place, but I will bypass the rule if the experience was exceptional (#1). Mike's was downright excellent. I ate the food warm and I ate it cold, and I'm still thinking about it. I tried to save some time by ordering online and also bypass any potential lines. Thankfully, there were none when I arrived, but a very full house of happy eaters despite being well past primetime lunch hours. The staff was friendly in the front but fielding many orders at the same time. I missed the literal pick up window outside, but was happy to get a gander of what it looks like inside. There's plenty of seating for groups and the place seemed a lot cleaner than the divey narratives folks emphasized. Prices were not astronomical, as I paid $14 and $13 for an order of 4 tenders + 2 sides, as well as 2 wings and 2 sides. The tenders were nothing like a Raising Cane's with skimpy portions and high price tags, instead it was plump, crispy, and perfectly fried. The accompanying sauces (Mike's sauce + buffalo sauce) were excellent additions and complimented the crispy fries. I was extremely impressed with the mac & cheese and very flavorful, mashed potatoes and gravy. The wings were no different: soft exterior with a nice crunch, meaty chunks off the bone, and wasn't too greasy. While the green beans weren't the most memorable side, the creamy corn was strangely addicting. Next time, I'm ordering the sides separately and in a large. I can only hope the other locations are just as good and will make good effort to visit them all. It's a rare occasion to be this infatuated with a place, but I'm confident it will be the first on my return list when I'm back in Dallas again. ___________ (#1) Or exceptionally bad.

Funny how I've never even heard of this place until tonight. I was starving, and my kitchen is…read morecurrently out of commission because I tried to shove a few pounds of dry, charcoal chicken breasts down the garbage disposal (I thought the blades would just crush them into protein powder or something? Bro, plumbing is confusing). Naturally, I had to ask AI where to get the absolute best fried chicken in Dallas, and it sent me here. Ordering online was super easy, though I wished the menu had pictures because I like to see what I'm getting. Exactly 20 minutes later, I got the text that it was ready. The parking lot is tiny. If you drive a big truck, be prepared to maneuver like a pro if it's packed. Inside was busy, but there was zero heavy grease smell lingering in the air. You could easily grab lunch here and go about your day without smelling like a literal fryer. Plus, the crowd was surprisingly chill. Nobody gave off that chaotic, sketch energy you get at a KFC or Wingstop where you feel like you have to lock your truck doors three times just to walk inside safely. It's a really calm environment, which is awesome if you hate loud crowds. Pickup took less than 5 minutes. After a 15-minute drive home, the chicken was still loud-crunchy and insanely crispy. Puts fast-food chains to absolute shame. Fair warning: my first drumstick was a massive sodium bomb that almost made me rage quit and leave a two star review. But I was so hungry, so a quick drink later, piece number two and on were absolute perfection: juicy, meaty, and flawlessly seasoned. So that first piece of chicken just was coated in not-fully-mixed-well seasoning batter or something like that. I am officially obsessed. Come September when bulking season hits, I'm literally going to live here.

Yummy chicken and full of honest and ambitious workers that are eager to share their love for soul…read morefood. They are still on the DL, so please continue to spread the word and support this lovely small business! EVERYTHING WAS MADE AND DONE WITH SUCH LOVE!! Mary Sue taught these workers well. Order was piping hot. They definitely cook as they go and don't let the food sit under a heat lamp. Tbh, the food was on the spicier side, so if you have a superrrr low spice tolerance like me, try to get extra ranch instead of Mary's signature sauce to balance it out. Chicken and pickle on a stick was a fun and new twist to try! I don't like pickles but my friend said it was good and would buy again. She said the pickles tasted like they make them in house (fresh!!). Not a bad price either ($4.99 I think.. might've been $6.99). Dough boys were yummy! A good glazed donut without the taste of fried oil. If I was craving sugary bread, this is the best dessert to soothe it. The regular roll that comes in the box is truly yummy as well. I got the peach sweet tea and boy it was indeed a true Texas sweet tea. SWEEET!! Delicious. The turn into the restaurant is quite a sharp turn and easy to miss, so slow down so you don't pass it.

We stopped by Mary's Sue's Hot Chicken on Sunday for lunch, and overall it was a really good…read moreexperience. From the outside, I expected it to be a smaller spot, but it was actually much bigger than I thought. Everything inside was clean, and even though there were a few people ahead of us in line, the process was simple--you order first, then grab your food and find a table. The cashier who helped us was super nice, which made the experience even better. We both ordered lemonade teas--one peach and one watermelon--and they were honestly a 10/10. Not too sweet, more on the tangy side, which I loved. It wasn't overly crowded--maybe around 10-12 people inside, with a couple more eating outside--so it felt comfortable. We ordered the chicken with the sweet spicy flavor, along with fries, mac and cheese, pickle sticks, and rolls. Everything came out fresh and tasted really good. There was about a 10-15 minute wait, but that's expected for fresh food and totally worth it. The presentation was great, and overall the food hit. The only thing I wasn't a big fan of was the dough babies, they were a little too thick for me, just a bit too much bread, although the flavor itself was still good. Overall, I'd give it an 8/10. Definitely a spot we'll be coming back to!

Great chicken !!! Delicious okra !!! Not sure about the mashed potatoes n brown gravy as they never…read moresend utensils with hotel orders so I didn't get to try it :-( Minus one star for no utensils on Door Dash deliveries. I guess I'll have to borrow a spoon tomorrow morning at breakfast :-)

Meat was semi, so if medium rare is the flavor of choice, show up, dine in. Service respectable…read moreclean cut and friendly. Bottom line a midnite nack for a bookand a snack. Check it out. Best

This spot hea blessed my life....traveling you dont get a home cooked meal! Well they got a fan for…read morelife if they keep doing that to me.......stew chicken was phenomenal.....one of the first places im stopping when I get back.....the restaurant was clean, open and inviting. Loved it. I was able to walk right in and pick up my food so they were prompt with prep and delivery. This is definitely a place I be back too.

I'm obsessed with their crunchy lemon pepper wings! Pair them with a side of rice and beans, and if…read morethey have collard greens available, do yourself a favor and order some. My daughter has to get a patty every time we visit, and I never leave without one of their homemade juices. The owner is always friendly and welcoming whenever I see him, which keeps me coming back. The food is consistently worth the wait and worth every penny. Speaking of waits, service can be a little slow at times, so I recommend calling ahead or visiting when you're not in a rush. It makes the experience much more enjoyable. The only reason I'm giving a strong 4 stars instead of 5 is the customer service from some of the staff. While not everyone falls into this category, many of the employees can come across as a bit reserved. Once you engage with them, they're usually pleasant, but a few more smiles and a warmer atmosphere would really elevate the experience. I'd love to walk in one day and feel the vibrant, welcoming island energy reflected throughout the restaurant. That said, I'll definitely keep coming back for those wings!

A super cool place with great food and good service!! It was our first time here and our waitress…read moredescribed it as "a buffet at your table." Everyone gets to pick their own protein, and it comes with unlimited salad, biscuits, green beans, mashed potatoes, and cream corn. The fried chicken is great, really juicy.

My wife and I were in the mood for some crispy fried chicken with all the fixin's! Of course,…read moreBabe's came to mind since we love their double coated deep fried chicken. Plus who doesn't love those biscuits and honey? Fortunately we had missed the lunch rush and were seated immediately. Our table was next to "Rick's" table, Babe's famous dining guest. Of course Rick is a mannequin. If you're seated at his table, he doesn't do much talking during the meal We both said hello to Rick and placed our order with our, ever smiling, Stephen S. He was wonderful throughout our visit ensuring we never lacked for anything. My wife and I ordered a fried chicken dinner and a vegetable plate. A few visits back we learned the little trick. Ordering the two separate plates we don't end up taking a lot of chicken home. The fired chicken dinner includes the white meat my wife likes and the dark meat I love plus unlimited veggies for the both of us. It's the perfect dinner for the two of us. The fried chicken was, of course, stellar, as it always is plus the addition of the phenomenal sides. the Italian style green beans, creamed style corn, whipped potatoes and a lettuce salad with their sweet-sour dressing. Steven S. with his great smile and a super friendly personality mode our busy even more special. Thank you Babe's for the wonderful meal and the stellar service.

Very good, Crispy, juicy, fast service, decent price, very organized and clean…read more Ordered, they said it'd be ready in 5 min, and it was. Fries were kinda weird, a sweet flavor to them, fried cheese curd was mediocre. Chicken was fantastic though.

Foodie Alert! I went to Ricky's for a quick lunch date with my friend on a random Friday. It's a…read morenice lil spot to grab a bite with great service. This was my first time there, and I wanted something small but with a lil kick, so I got the 6 nuggets, fries, and a Sprite. I got the nuggets hot, and let me tell you, they were HOT. There was too much seasoning on those little nuggets, so I couldn't enjoy the meal. But do not worry, I told the manager, and he fixed it right away with no problem. That was top-tier customer service! And for that alone, I will be back! Not to mention, they have the BEST Sprite! So definitely check them out and tell them Ms. Hope sent you!

First time visit!…read more The establishment was clean, with ample seating. The lady who assisted us with our order was awesome! She was patient, answered all our questions and gave us suggestions. The restaurant was quite empty when we arrived, but by the time we sat down, it started filling up with the lunch crowd. A dry rub (instead of a sauce) is used for the chicken. You can choose the spice level according to your preference. While the chicken is not for me, I'd still rate this establishment a 10/10 based on customer service. 18 photos should be included, although Yelp doesn't always post them all with my review.

Dave's Hot Chicken is pretty good overall. I do think it's a little overhyped, but the flavor is…read moresolid and being able to choose your heat level makes it fun, especially if you like spicy food. The staff was friendly, the place was clean, and the food came out fresh. I'd definitely go back with the kids because they enjoyed it, but if it was just me, it probably wouldn't be a place I'd crave regularly.

Found them after craving catfish for two weeks! Hard to find it because people like to pass Swai…read moreoff as catfish. The young man was nice and professional, the location was easy to get to and it was clean. They have a variety of items on the menu but I wanted fish. The fish was so good. The fries were so good!! I ordered the 6-pc family fillet with fries, bread and coleslaw. So glad that I found them! Will definitely go back!

Food... FIRE. I was skeptical with the mixed reviews but the fish was so fresh and flavorful I will…read moredefinitely be back. SO GOOD. The ac wasn't working when I went but besides that, no complaints.