On the hunt for the best Southern food in the area?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top Southern restaurants around Garland, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.
1. Babe's Chicken Dinner House
Topping the list is Babe's Chicken Dinner House. Located at 1456 Belt Line Road, Suite 171, this is the highest-rated Southern restaurant in Garland, boasting 4.5 stars out of 446 reviews on Yelp. Established in Garland in 1994, the local chain now has nine locations and is popular for its endless sides and unlimited biscuits.
The menu's main dishes include fried chicken, fried catfish and hickory-smoked ribs. Craving dessert? Babe's Chicken Dinner House offers bread pudding, pineapple upside-down cake and more.
Yelp reviewer Aide J. wrote, "This is my favorite place to go for comfort food. I don't come here unless I'm ready to stuff my face and this place is incredibly satisfying."
2. Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery
Next up is Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery, situated at 509 W. State St. With four stars out of 301 reviews on Yelp, the Southern brewery, which offers handcrafted beers and slow-smoked barbecue, has proven to be a local favorite.
Types of meat include Angus brisket, pork, ribs and chicken, according to its website. Round out your meal with sides such as bacon pinto beans, corn fritters, coleslaw, fried okra and mac and cheese. Stop in for happy hour from 3-6 p.m. Tuesday-Friday or daily specials like pulled pork taco Tuesdays or pastrami plate Saturdays.
3. Meshack's BBQ Shack
Meshack's BBQ Shack, located at 240 E. Ave. B, Suite B, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the tiny eatery with a takeout window four stars out of 196 reviews.
The barbecue joint's menu includes ribs, sliced beef, chopped beef and more, along with sandwiches piled high with your choice of meat. Look for the classic sides as well, like potato salads and baked beans.
4. Texas Roadhouse
Southern steakhouse Texas Roadhouse is another go-to, with four stars out of 195 Yelp reviews. This casual, international chain offers bone-in rib-eye, porterhouse T-bone, steak kebabs and more. Head over to 5012 N. President George Bush Highway to see for yourself.
5. Wildwood Smoke Craft Whiskey
Then there's Wildwood Smoke Craft Whiskey, which has earned four stars out of 81 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Southern spot at 310 Town Center Blvd. or a second location in Southlake.
Starters include firecracker taquitos: steak strips, dragon dip, jalapeños, fried onions and spicy sour cream. Ready for more? Check out the barbecue chicken: red onions, cheese blend, bacon, green onion and Texas whiskey barbecue sauce.
