Babe's Chicken Dinner House

North Center Street, Arlington, 76011, United States Of America

🛍 Fish, Meat, Chicken, Chicken

4.3 💬 1015 Reviews

Phone: +18178010300

Address: North Center Street, Arlington, 76011, United States Of America

City: Arlington

Menu Dishes: 18

Reviews: 1015

Website: http://www.babeschicken.com/

"The Wife and I were in Dallas recently for a concert and I wanted a place to eat that was close to the venue. You can't get much closer than Babe's. The show was at the Arlington Music Hall, and Babe's is, well, right next door. Tossed the keys to the theater valet and didn't look back. Great courtyard seating when weather permits (it didn't this trip), and the interior is just kitchsy as hell, in a delightful way. Menu is, well, short. Our server explained we didn't really need to look at one because we had 2 choices.... chicken and catfish. Chicken was cooked in a few basic ways, fried, grilled, etc. and the catfish is of course, fried. The sides are what they are. So meal selection is as easy as it gets.... and yet, I couldn't decide, so I got fried chicken with a single order of catfish on the side. Start with an elegantly simple salad with a wonderful vinaigrette and iceberg lettuce. It's astounding sometimes how simple can be so much. Next came some remarkable biscuits and honey. Outstanding. Then the main stuff started hitting.... the chicken (4 pieces per order, basically half a chicken), great mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans and fried sweet corn. For a southern boy, it was a little heaven on a table. The chicken is some of the best I've had. Cooked to perfection, with a well seasoned, crispy crust that hung on the meat for each bite, guaranteeing you meat and crust every time. The mashed potatoes were properly done, and the gravy the perfect consistency with a decent flavor... not at all bland and pasty like some places I've eaten. The green beans and corn would do any southern granny proud. Service was awesome, and in spite of sitting at a family style trestle table, we had plenty of privacy and enjoyed our meal immensely. Overall, it's not the cheapest chicken you're going to eat, but for the price we paid, I was more than happy with the taste/experience/value. If I lived nearby, Babe's would see me regularly."

Full menu - 18 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Chicken

Vegetables & Breads

Dessert

Kids' Menu

Vegetarian

Salad

Tender Chicken

Desserts

Schnitzel

Brunch For The Table

Dugout Desserts

Meat Dishes

Senior Menu

L L

FOOD WAS WELL PREPARE AND VERY GOOD. SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT.

Address

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Reviews

Serena
Serena

Great staff! Enjoyed our server and the staff was wonderful.


Acidrom
Acidrom

Thank you for organizing the boot scoot for my aunt from Louisiana; she absolutely loved it! The food was fantastic, as always.


Artie
Artie

This location is very dark for some reason. The food was tasty but chicken pieces are smaller than usual. Service is always good. View menu


Zane
Zane

Typical homestyle cooking, nothing to be excited about, especially since they don't carry ranch dressing as a choice for salad or dipping sauce.


Eddie
Eddie

Absolutely one of the best catfish I've eaten. The service was good and cordial. My only issue was the music was a little too loud. Bit it is a great place to hang out with friends and family.


Cameron
Cameron

Vegetarian options are unavailable, and it's not the best choice for those with dietary restrictions since the offerings revolve solely around fried or smoked meat, alongside your drink and dessert options. Parking is limited; many nearby lots display "No parking for Babe's customers" signs and threaten towing. You'll need to find street parking or use the small lot behind Babe's, which is shared with two other businesses. The restaurant’s small town theme certainly makes it more appealing for children. View menu


André
André

We frequently visit Babe's in Arlington, but our recent experience was quite disappointing. Upon arrival, there was no line and only a few tables occupied. It took the hostess, a lead waitress, and two other waitstaff about five minutes to decide where to seat us in this seemingly "busy" restaurant. They really made the process unnecessarily complicated. Eventually, a waiter led us to a dirty table that could accommodate eight people, despite the presence of cleaner tables more suitable for our party of two. It felt as though the restaurant was being managed by inexperienced staff who lacked direction. Frustrated, we left and chose to dine elsewhere. This is particularly disappointing becaus...


Jeanene
Jeanene

Our family went to the Arlington, TX location last night for my moms birthday. The atmosphere service was excellent. My mom has been looking forward to getting her birthday chicken fried steak for months, literally. Unfortunately, when the meat portion came to our table everyone who ordered the chicken fried steak could not eat it, they stated that it tasted like old grease. The smoked chicken and the chicken strips were excellent as were all of the sides, salad bread. It was just a disappointment that my mom was unsatisfied with her birthday meal and we went home a little less happy with the establishment. She made a point of wishing we had gone to her 2nd choice of restaurant that is known...


Jeff
Jeff

The Wife and I were in Dallas recently for a concert and I wanted a place to eat that was close to the venue. You can't get much closer than Babe's. The show was at the Arlington Music Hall, and Babe's is, well, right next door. Tossed the keys to the theater valet and didn't look back. Great courtyard seating when weather permits (it didn't this trip), and the interior is just kitchsy as hell, in a delightful way. Menu is, well, short. Our server explained we didn't really need to look at one because we had 2 choices.... chicken and catfish. Chicken was cooked in a few basic ways, fried, grilled, etc. and the catfish is of course, fried. The sides are what they are. So meal selection is as... View menu

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Arlington, located in Texas, blends urban vibrancy with Texan charm, famous for barbecues, Tex-Mex, and a love for sports, offering a dynamic cultural experience.

Categories

  • Fish Delight in our exquisite fish dishes, crafted from the freshest catch of the day. From grilled favorites to savory stews, our menu celebrates the ocean's bounty with flavors to satisfy every palate.
  • Meat Explore our mouth-watering meat selection, featuring expertly grilled steaks, tender chicken, and flavorful lamb dishes, each seasoned to perfection for an unforgettable dining experience. View menu
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