19 Best Southern Restaurants in Dallas

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
Brisket by the Pound
Brisket and Sausage
Macaroni and Cheese
BBQ Sampler Platter
Jalapeño Sausage

“GO TO HUTCHINS INSTEAD!!! (UNLIMTED DESSERT THAT TASTE BETTER THAN HERE) Me and my boyfriend ordered from here and it was NOT worth it. We ordered two buns and they literally squished them into one container. We also ordered two slabs of brisket and they didn't even bother to cut that in half. They also forgot HALF of our order which was the sausages. Mac and cheese tastes really weird because of the cheese they use (not good AT all in my opinion). I also posted a comment under one of their posts on instagram and they of course deleted it. Horrible customer service.“

4.1 Good558 Reviews
Norma's Cafe Diner • $
1123 W Davis St, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Fried Steak Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: No Takeout: Yes
French Toast with Bacon Ham or Sausage with Bacon Ham or Sausage
Chicken Fried Steak Dine in: Yes Takeout: Yes
Hot Homemade Rolls and Cornbread
Norma's Signature Chicken Salad
Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs
Famous Double Cheeseburger
French Fries with Gravy
Norma's Café Favorite
Big Ol' Cinnamon Roll

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

4.2 Good345 Reviews
Whistle Britches Chicken • $
6110 Frankford Rd, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Creamed Corn Skillet Cornbread
The Whistle Britches Sandwich
Hot Cakes and Tenders
Caramelized Onion Dip
Challah French Toast
Chicken and Waffles
Garlic Butter Fries
Chicken Fried Steak
Fried Green Tomatoes
Buttermilk Biscuits

“Great food, great service, friendly atmosphere“

4.3 Superb233 Reviews
Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Dallas 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

“I loved the food. As a older Person I didn’t enjoy the really loud music as I couldn’t hear my family talk. Drinks are very expensive but good. So I’m 50/50 about returning. A little disorganized also.“

4.5 Superb3637 Reviews
The Porch American • $$
2912 N Henderson Ave, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Beer Battered Onion Rings with Parmesan
Brisket Enchiladas with Rice and Beans
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Cobb
Bread Pudding French Toast
The Porch Grilled Cheese
Smoked Ham Mac & Cheese
Brunch Steak and Eggs
Spinach Parmesan Dip
Short Rib Stroganoff
Charrito Chilaquiles

“Gina, who was our server was exceptional and had a friendly contagious smile. Everything she recommended was phenomenal! Great service- thank you!“

4.1 Good198 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

“Was our first time, sad at the bar, greeted professionally, bar tenders were amazing, and overall we give this place a 10/10“

4.5 Superb961 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
Strawberry Spinach Salad
Homemade Brownie Sundae
Local Mashed Potatoes
Chicken Fried Chicken
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Strawberry Shortcake
Jalapeño Cornbread

“Food was fantastic! Highly recommend.“

4.4 Superb230 Reviews
Tasty Tails Seafood • $
4950 Belt Line Rd Suite 190A, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Uptown Charbroiled Oysters
Oysters on the Half Shell
Cajun Lemon Pepper Wings
Fried Catfish Basket
Oysters on the Shell
Fried Shrimp Basket
Red Beans and Rice
Boiled Crawfish lb
Jambalaya Egg Rolls
Bread Pudding Bites

“All the staff are very friendly! The crawfish (especially the Who Dat style!) are ON POINT!! We are never disappointed with Tasty Tails. Today, along with the crawfish, we had the charbroiled oysters, hush puppies and Gator Dogs. Heaven!!“

3.5 Good209 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
Bourbon Bacon Chocolate Cake
Classic Buttermilk Biscuits
Lemon Meringue Pie Pancakes

“Visited on April 9th with my family and my sister's before catching a Dallas Stars game and had an amazing time. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. The food was incredible! Cocktails were fun and great whiskey selection as well. Staff was considerate in suggesting foods for both us and our children. Thank you again for such an wonderful time. Easily the best service we have ever received.“

4.2 Good534 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
Deviled Eggs with Jalapenos
Texas Gulf Shrimp & Grits
Pimiento Cheese Fritters
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Brioche Bread Pudding
Chicken and Dumplings
Fried Green Tomatoes

“Ordered on Doordash and blown away by the quality. I grew up on the Black Eyed Pea and my chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes brought back memories. Well done!“

4.3 Superb243 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

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

4 Good281 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
Brussels Sprouts
Maple Baked Beans
Grilled Chicken
Belgian Waffle
Mother Clucker
Mac and Cheese

“amazing food delicious food“

4 Good155 Reviews
Street's Fine Chicken Southern • $
5211 Forest Ln #108, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

French Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes
Chicken Fried Chicken with Greens
Fried Jumbo Chicken Tenders
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Fried Chicken and Fries
Garlic Green Beans
Chicken & Waffles
Chicken Fried
Honey Butter
Sandwiches

“The French Fried Double White includes two pieces of chicken breast and wing attached, with a portion that’s enough for two adults. The chicken is well-cooked with just the right amount of breading. The French fries could be a bit more tender and crispy, but the biscuit is fluffy and delicious. Overall, it’s a warm dining place, nice for fried chicken lovers.“

4 Good119 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
Catfish Atchafalaya
Crawfish Etouffee
Spicy Gator Bites
Red Beans & Rice

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

4.6 Superb326 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
Rolls and Cornbread
Chicken Fried Steak

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

3.9 Good274 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!"“

4.5 Superb8 Reviews
PT'S FRIED CHICKEN AND FISH Southern • $
6181 Bonnie View Rd, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tetrazzini Special
Smoked Chicken Tetrazzini
Catfish and Chicken Combo
Chicken Wings and Fries
Fish and Shrimp Basket
Ranch Wings and Fries
Wing Basket and Fries
Double Cheeseburger
Fried Catfish Salad
pt Soul Food Plate

“This was my first time at pts and my experience was so good. There were this young girl there working if I'm not mistaken her name was deedee (seasoned fries ) thats what the name tag said and she was amazing. She answered all my questions and didn't hesitate to help me but my fries wasn’t fresh I told her and she want to the back and got me some fresh fries without hesitation nor attitude she even apologized for the cold fries besides that my fish was amazing. Next time i come up there i will be leaving her a big tip.“

3.9 Good72 Reviews
JG's Old Fashioned Hamburgers Hamburger • $
12101 Greenville Ave #109, Dallas

Customers` Favorites

Kobe Burger and Fries with Cheeseburger Combo
Cheeseburger Mushroom Swiss Burger
Original JG's Chicken Sandwich
Cheeseburger with Onions Rings
Bacon Cheese Burger and Fries
Double Bacon Cheeseburger
Cheeseburger with Fries
Burger and Onion Rings
Swiss Mushroom Burger
Double Cheeseburger

“Like a few other burger restaurants I’ve been to……the service is great, the atmosphere is great, but the burgers are just “ok”. The problem is the meat used for the burgers….. the meat has no flavor. I guess it’s because the patties are bought frozen. They are bland and dry instead of being a good juicy burger. They just don’t have any flavor!!! If JG could change the meat to where it tasted like it just came off someone’s backyard grill I would give them a 5 star rating.“

4.6 Superb266 Reviews
Classe Ghost Kitchen Southern • $$$
7634 S Great Trinity Forest Way, Dallas

“If you haven't been to Classe Eats and Sweets you are missing out. The food was delicious and the sweets are awesome. The fried catfish, smothered chicken wings, smothered pork chops, meatloaf, greens, candied yams, cornbread dressing, greenbeans and broccoli and rice casserole is amazing. You will not go wrong here.“

4.3 Superb4 Reviews