Mike’s Chicken

The 38 Best Restaurants in Dallas | Eater Dallas

"Dallas has some great fried chicken, but Mike’s Chicken, which has two locations, has emerged as a frontrunner: The piping hot fried chicken here can fix just about any bad day. The wow-factor may come from its extremely crispy rice flour batter that seals in the flavor of juicy chicken breasts, legs, and thighs. As for sides, find staples like macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, crunchy coleslaw (mayo-based or maple-and-vinegar-based), and creamy corn. Both the chipotle mayo and Mike’s sauce are nice complements to the chicken; the restaurants also offer salads and sandwiches around its central ingredient — that golden fried bird. There are no frills in the restaurants — just walk-up order counters and tables — so take it to go if you want some atmosphere. Best for: The most delicious lunch you’ll have all week, and then leftovers for a chicken salad the next day." - Courtney E. Smith