6 Best Southern Restaurants in Abilene

Jay’s BBQ Shack Barbecue • $
602 S 11th St, Abilene

Customers` Favorites

Brisket and Hatch Green Chili Cheddar Sausage Potato Salad and Slaw
3 Meat Plate Brisket Rib & Turkey with Elote and Cole Slaw
Pineapple Habenero Ribs Brisket Jalapeno Sausage
Jalapeno Cheddar Sausage
Rib Plate with 2 Sides
Poblano Mac'n Cheese
Bacon Burnt Ends
The Meat Sweats
Chopped Brisket
Brisket Beans

“We live out of town but frequently travel to Abilene, and honestly, we have no idea why we hadn’t tried Jay’s before now. We love good BBQ, and what we found at Jay’s was nothing short of phenomenal. Hands down, this is some of the best BBQ we’ve ever had. The brisket and OG sausage weren’t just delicious—they were an experience. Every bite was packed with incredible flavor, and we can’t wait to come back again and again!“

4.9 Superb160 Reviews
Belle's Chicken Dinner House Chicken • $
2002 N, Clack St, Abilene

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Fried Steak Chicken Tenders and Chicken and Dumplings with All the Fixins
Fried Chicken and Chicken Fried Chicken
Chicken Fried Steak and Fried Chicken
Green Beans Mashed Potatoes Gravy
Fried Chicken and Catfish Dinner
Fried Chicken Chicken Dinner
Roasted Chicken and Sides
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Fried Chicken Tenders
Seasoned Green Beans

“They prepare and serve very good homestyle cookin! If you like baked chicken, fried catfish, or chicken-fried steak, I recommend Belle's! Two thumbs up!“

4.5 Superb190 Reviews
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill Buffet • $
4357 S Danville Dr, Abilene

Customers` Favorites

Cornbread Baked Beans Pulled Pork with BBQ Sauce Down South Georgia Boi
Steak Bourbon Chicken and White Rice Roll
Sirloin Steak & Butterfly Shrimp Combo
Peaches and Cottage Cheese
My Salad at Golden Corral
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Bourbon Street Chicken
Got Chips and Queso
Chicken Fried Steak
Chocolate Chess Pie

“Visited our military family member and took them out to eat Thanksgiving dinner. We expected to wait to get in and while it was busy they were well staffed and got our group of six in right away. All the employees were cheerful and walking quickly doing their jobs. Our service was great and the food was better than I remembered. We will be going back when we visit them for Christmas.“

4.3 Superb255 Reviews
Cotton Patch Cafe American • $
3302 S Clack St, Abilene

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Cajun Duo Fish and Shrimp
Shiner Bock Fried Flounder
Chicken Fried Steak Jr
Chicken Fried Chicken
Chicken Fried Bacon
Country Fried Steak
Chicken Tenders
Fried Mushrooms
Fish and Chips
Fried Pickles

“Beyond Excellent Customer Service“

3.9 Good189 Reviews
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen American • $
3502 S Clack St, Abilene

Customers` Favorites

Wisconsin Cheese Bites Guest Favorite
Cheddar's Legendary Monster Cookie
Fall-Off-The-Plate Baby Back Ribs
Grilled Chicken Pecan Salad
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
Wisconsin Cheddar Bites
Honey Butter Croissants
Cheddar's Trio Sampler
Chips & Homemade Queso
Monte Cristo Sandwich

“Best Ribs in town. Great chicken fried steak“

3.8 Good189 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
1602 TX-351, Abilene

Customers` Favorites

Egg Sandwich Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: No
The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Momma's French Toast Breakfast
Biscuits and Corn Muffins
Grandmother's Breakfast L
Chicken Fried Streak
Chicken N' Dumplins
Maple Bacon Chicken
Country Fried Steak

“My wife and I dined at Abilene's Cracker Barrel this past Tuesday (16 December) around 7:30 p.m. Our server, Cami C., was attentive to us early on, however after taking our order, we saw that she was pulled to help more with the Door Dash and other pick-up orders. We didn't understand that, but we know that sales are sales $$$. Anyway, the wait for the food was a bit long, however when it was brought it was very hot and not the "under the lamp" hot. Cami apologized for that wait. The food was delicious and filling. Cami did apologize again when she brought the bill. Overall, good time and good service. I do recommend Cracker Barrel for dinner (or supper) and highly suggest going during "Early Bird"-5:30--6:30 p.m. time.“

3.7 Good352 Reviews

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