Dallas–Fort Worth, TX
For Chicken Fried Steak in Dallas–Fort Worth, the local food press points to Chubby's Restaurant, Jonathon's Diner, and Norma's Cafe. Picks from Dallas Observer, updated July 2026.
Editor’s picks
Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Dallas Observer. Updated July 2026.
Chubby's Restaurant · Northeast Dallas
Dallas Observer's 14 Best Chicken Fried Steaks. Operating since 1987 and the Observer's 2025 Best Chicken Fried Steak; hand-cut USDA choice beef with peppery country gravy.
Jonathon's Diner · Oak Cliff, Dallas
Dallas Observer's 14 Best. The 2024 Best of Dallas winner; tender steak with a saltine-cracker crust that made the Jonathon's version the touchstone.
Norma's Cafe · Oak Cliff, Dallas
A 1956 Dallas institution. Double-dipped chicken-fried steak is the most-ordered plate in the room.
Ozona Grill and Bar · Greenville Avenue, Dallas
This Greenville Avenue bar and grill fries a hearty, no-frills chicken fried steak to a golden, crisp crust and keeps the beef tender under a rich, creamy country gravy. A laid-back, rustic vibe and patio make it as much a spot for a beer and a plate as for the steak itself.
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