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Babe's Chicken Dinner House

230 N. Center Street, Arlington, TX
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Ranked #9 of 345 restaurants in Arlington
Cuisines: American
Description: We wanted a sit-down restaurant where people really feel at home. Where your neighbors wait on you and your whole family.
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Description: We wanted a sit-down restaurant where people really feel at home. Where your neighbors wait on you and your whole family.
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Texas
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13 reviews 13 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

Found this place on TripAdvisor and decided to try it on our visit to Arlington. Absolutely was not disappointed! My husband and I liked it so much, we ate there two days in a row. My husband had fried chicken both times. I had chicken fried steak one day and chicken tenders the next. The first visit we shared banana... More

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League City
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

Food was excellent and cooked perfectly per selection of meats we ordered! The wait, even on the eve of UTA Graduation Ceremonies, was only 20 minutes when we were told could be 45. There was plenty of seating outside on patio to wait. They brought our meat for 4 people on 2 plates rather than on individual plates per person... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Although the lighting was dim, the atmosphere of this eclectic eatery was bright. Our food was served piping hot and we walked away completely stuffed just like the chickens adorning the landscape. Be sure to try several of the meats at your table. This delicious meal is easy to eat served family style. And those green beans... Like bacon and... More

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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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20 reviews 20 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013 via mobile

When we arrived we was told it was an hour wait , but with the good reviews and locals saying how good it was we decided to wait , it only took 15 mins to be seated . It was busy . Staff was very friendly and fast . Loved the food , served family style . Choice of meat... More

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See 2 more reviews by Julesj13 for Arlington
Grand Prairie, Texas
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4 restaurant reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

limited menu, poor service. Nice atmosphere. Food not really as hot as it should be... ever eat a cold chicken fried grease steak?

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See 3 more reviews by Danno9000 for Arlington
NJ
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23 reviews 23 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

we were told to go to babes and go hungry,we had no Idea how much we had coming to us,we both ordered the fried chicken,when it arrived it was a platter full we laughed and figured hey we have a flight back tomorrow we will just bring what is left over for the plane ride. all sides just come with... More

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keller
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

I have been eating at the original Babe's since it opened in 93. Let me start by saying it will always be my favorite. My wife and I were in Arlington and decided to try out the newer location in Arlington while we were close. I love the choices available there such as the green beans and smoked chicken that... More

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Dallas, Texas
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53 reviews 53 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

This is a restaurant chain, and I can honestly say, after having eaten at them all, I have never had a bad experience. The food is of consistently high quality, the portions more than sufficient, and the atmosphere, one of the most enjoyable. Although they are famous for fried chicken, I always opt for the smoked chicken. You have never... More

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Omaha, Nebraska
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38 reviews 38 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

We loved this place. There was a 30 minute wait but it was worth it. Fried chicken and lots of sides. That's it. The sides, beans, mashed potatoes, gravy, creamed corn are all served family style while you can order a half chicken, chicken fried steak or chicken strips as our main course. It's not fancy, it's not cheap, and... More

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See 5 more reviews by ceetee00 for Arlington
Cincinnati
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18 reviews 18 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

They only do a few things, but they do them the absolute best. Best chicken fried steak I've ever had!

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