13 Best Southern Restaurants in Dallas

Kitchen + Kocktails Southern • $$$
1933 Elm St, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Surf and Turf with Lamb and Fried Lobster Tail
Collard Greens w Smoked Turkey
Dream Eggs w Blackened Shrimp
Shrimp & Grits Lobster Tail
Shrimp Grits w Lobster Tail
Traditional Chicken Waffles
Don Julio Frozen Margarita
Caribbean Jerk Lamb Chops
Specialty Chicken Waffles
Deviled Eggs with Shrimp

“The food is delicious, but when it comes to paying for your food they bring this little machine to your table to payout mine you they already put the gratuity on your bill, even if there is 2 or more. The waiter or waitress have a nerve to ask for additional tips, but you don’t know that they already charge you gratuity and asking for more money. I don’t think this is fair and right to do. Me and my husband came for our anniversary we enjoyed everything, but telling us that you have to share your tips with others and asking for more money is very wrong. Not good for business 🤦🏼‍♀️“

4.4 Superb4137 Reviews
Ida Claire Southern • $$
5001 Belt Line Rd, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Chicken and Waffles with Nashville Hot Chicken
Biscuits with Butter and Apricot Jam
Spicy Nashville Hot Chicken
Cornbread & Honey Butter
Crawfish Corn Beignets
Monte Cristo Sandwich
Chicken in a Biscuit
Fried Green Tomatoes
Crawfish Beignets
Chicken & Waffle

“Lisa, our hostess went above & beyond to accommodate our party of 12. She and our waitress, Serena were fantastic!!! The food was absolutely wonderful, the French press coffee was so good. A very special thank you to Lisa for guiding the way on a great brunch for our large group!!“

4.4 Superb1182 Reviews
Celebration Southern • $
4503 W Lovers Ln, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Sal's Pan Seared Halibut w Beurre Blanc Sauce
Local Grass-Fed Chicken Fried Steak
Walnut Crusted Chicken Salad
Chicken with Mixed Vegetable
Strawberry Spinach Salad
Homemade Brownie Sundae
Chicken Fried Chicken
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Local Mashed Potatoes
Strawberry Shortcake

“I have been eating here since they closed the one down in Fort Worth back in the 90's. I can honestly say I have never had a bad meal here and everything is extremely fresh.“

4.5 Superb339 Reviews
Yardbird Table & Bar Southern • $$
2121 N Pearl St St 170, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Yardbird Lemon-Rosemary Rotisserie Bird
Louisiana Jumbo Shrimp & Grits Brunch
Chicken 'N' Watermelon 'N' Waffles
Farms Sweet Tea Braised Short Rib
Ranch Sweet Tea Braised Short Rib
Smoked Brisket Huevos Rancheros
Lewellyn’S Fine Fried Chicken
Lewellyn's Fine Fried Chicken
Bourbon Bacon Chocolate Cake
Classic Buttermilk Biscuits

“10/10 Dining experience, our waitress Sarah was very helpful in helping us pick apps and entrees. I will FOR-SURE be back with friends!!“

4.2 Good843 Reviews
Street's Fine Chicken Southern • $
3857 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Fried Chicken Breast with Jalapeno Gravy
Buttermilk Chicken Fried Steak
Street's Chicken Fried Chicken
TX Gulf Shrimp \u0026 Grits
Deviled Eggs with Jalapenos
Texas Gulf Shrimp & Grits
Chicken \u0026 Dumplings
Pimiento Cheese Fritters
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Brie Mac \u0026 Cheese

“The roasted chicken was flavorful and fell off the bone. Everything was delicious: chicken, buttered biscuit, collards, fresh mashed potatoes and gravy. So delicious😛.“

4.3 Superb238 Reviews
Norma's Cafe Southern • $
17721 Dallas Pkwy #130, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Country Breakfast with Chicken Fried Steak
French Toast with Bacon Ham or Sausage
Crispy Chicken Chopped Club Salad
Norma's Café Favorite
Big Ol' Cinnamon Roll
Norma's Cafe Favorite
Corn Bread and Rolls
Rolls and Cornbread
Biscuits and Gravy
Huevos Rancheros

“We came here for our first time today and it was so good. Slimy was our waitress and so attentive and sweet. Got the country breakfast and a piece of pie. Biscuits are so good and service was awesome. We will definitely be back.“

4.2 Good242 Reviews
Street's Fine Chicken Southern • $
5211 Forest Ln #108, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

French Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes
Chicken Fried Steak with Mashed Potatoes
Chicken Fried Chicken with Greens
Fried Jumbo Chicken Tenders
Fried Chicken and Fries
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Fried Green Tomatoes
Biscuits and Gravy
Garlic Green Beans
Chicken & Waffles

“Absolutely delicious chicken, great service and atmosphere. I have never been disappointed and I have been coming here for years. Their chicken fried steak is top notch, as is their jumbo tenders and their Mac and cheese. Their Brussels sprouts are delicious and their green beans are perfectly done every time.“

4.2 Good173 Reviews
Southern Classic Daiquiri Factory Cajun • $
3030 Ross Ave, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Natchez Front Porch Platter
Catfish Red Beans and Rice
Baton Rouge Boudin Balls
Natchitoches Meat Pie
Daiquiri Factory Bowl
Catfish and Jambalaya
Wings \u0026 Catfish
Catfish Atchafalaya
Spicy Gator Bites
Crawfish Etouffee

“I love coming here! Great vibes, great conversations and GREAT FOOD! Love, Love, Love it!“

4.6 Superb526 Reviews
Norma's Cafe Southern • $
9100 N Central Expy #151, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Norma's Signature Chicken Salad
Chicken Fried Steak Breakfast
Famous Double Cheeseburger
Norma's Café Favorite
CBGB with Extra Cheese
Chicken Fried Chicken
Big Ol' Cinnamon Roll
Homemade Onion Rings
Chocolate Pie Slice
Rolls and Cornbread

“I ordered the tacos with chorizo and they were excellent. The beans and hashbrowns were right on. would recommend.“

4 Good340 Reviews
Palmer's - Hot Chicken, Catfish and Shrimp Southern • $
6465 E Mockingbird Ln #316, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp and Catfish Tacos
Homemade Chicken Salad
Pimento Cheese Grits
Macaroni and Cheese
Maple Baked Beans
Brussels Sprouts
Grilled Chicken
Mother Clucker
Belgian Waffle
Mac and Cheese

“amazing food delicious food“

4.1 Good144 Reviews
Pecan Lodge Barbecue • $$
2702 Main St, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Brisket Pulled Pork and Beef Rib Plate with Macaroni & Cheese Collard Greens
Mac and Cheese Giant Beef Ribs Pork Ribs Brisket
The Hot Mess Loaded Baked Sweet Potato
Brisket and Pulled Pork
Southern Fried Chicken
Smoked Chicken Platter
Brisket by the Pound
BBQ Sampler Platter
Macaroni and Cheese
Brisket and Sausage

“I finally was able to try Pecan Lodge. Not only was the BBQ delicious, Their smoked wings were amazing. I liked them the best without any sauce so I could enjoy the real smoke flavor of the meat. And as a bonus, Mike, the Manager and his staff, were friendly and helpful. 4 STARS TO ALL!“

4.1 Good612 Reviews
Classe Ghost Kitchen Southern • $$$
7634 S Great Trinity Forest Way, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

2 Meat Combo Plate

“I just had the most amazing Chicken and Mac ‘n’ Cheese! The chicken was perfectly seasoned, and the creamy mac ‘n’ cheese was rich and flavorful. The green beans were cooked to perfection – fresh, tender, and full of flavor. Truly a delicious meal from start to finish! Highly recommend!“

4.3 Superb16 Reviews
Pearlie's Southern Kitchen Southern • $$
1335 Admiral Nimitz Cir NT24F, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Fried Cheesecake

“"Pearlie’s Southern Kitchen is a culinary masterpiece, bridging generations with recipes deeply rooted in Southern traditions. I was introduced to their amazing dishes at the State Fair of Texas, and it was a flavor journey back to authentic Southern cooking. Kerston Crawford-Thorns' passion and dedication to continuing the lessons from her beloved grandmother, Pearlie Mae, shine through every dish. The mouthwatering Deep-Fried Collard Greens and the show-stopping six-cheese macaroni are testament to this. With an exciting future ahead, including a Mobile Food Trailer, I'm eager to follow their journey on social media. Kudos to a brand that keeps family and heritage at its core!"“

3.8 Good11 Reviews