River Smith's Chicken & Catfish
$ • Seafood, Southern, VegetarianAbout River Smith's Chicken & Catfish
Customers' Favorites
Fried Catfish & Fried Oysters
Regular Catfish Dinner
Chicken & Catfish
Chicken Fried Chicken
Blackened Whitefish
Chicken Fried Steak
Blackened Catfish
Two Whole Catfish
Butterfly Shrimp
Chicken & Catfish
Recent Reviews
356 ratings
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We just moved here and this was our very first meal in Lubbock. It was everything we could have hoped for. The puffs are great, the clams are big (not just a lump of breading like some) and the shrimp were fantastic. The chocolate pecan pie is not sickening sweet and I love the pineapple cream soda. The staff was so helpful and prompt. Thank you for a great welcome meal.
Great food, I had the chicken fried steak and fries. I will definitely return here.
River smith’s catered lunch for our church family today. They did an amazing job. The food was so delicious, the staff were helpful and so kind and they handled a huge crowd with grace!
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
River Smith's Chicken & Catfish provides a friendly and comfortable dining environment that reminds some guests of a small town Mom and Pop eatery. With a large parking lot at the back, it is easy to access. The restaurant offers special tables for wheelchair users, ensuring everyone can enjoy their meal. Guests can expect fresh, hot, made-to-order food served with helpful and friendly service. The menu features tasty options, including fried catfish, chicken fried steak, and fried shrimp, with many praising the chicken fried steak as the best they have ever had. The food is prepared with cotton seed oil, and the meal portions are generous and reasonably priced. Some dishes, like coleslaw, are quite sweet, reminiscent of other fast-food tastes. The dining area is big and spacious, with different sections, making it suitable for large gatherings or private parties. While some staff members may not always be friendly, many guests appreciate the helpful service. The restaurant occasionally receives donation requests but remains a popular spot for a good meal. It is well-known in Lubbock for its welcoming atmosphere and dependable service, making it a favorite among locals and newcomers alike.