Belle's Chicken Dinner House
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As the road trip continued, Belle’s Chicken Dinner House appeared on the radar and we’re glad that it did. The menu is straight forward: you choose a main dish (fried chicken, chicken tenders, baked chicken, chicken fried chicken (think of schnitzel made of chicken with thicker outer layer) or even fried catfish and then you get a choice of sides for $18.99 (plus tax and tip). We chose green beans, creamed corn, mashed potatoes and gravy for our sides. What’s more, sitting there waiting for our to-go order, I couldn’t help smelling the freshly baked bread rolls that were served to everyone dining there. It was so exciting to find a couple of the rolls in our to-go bag once we opened it! The food was very filling, hearty. The creamed corn and bread rolls were standouts and the chicken itself crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. As for the atmosphere, it’s a bit dark inside with dim lighting. When you do look at the walls, which you should, you’ll have a laugh - there are cutouts of famous characters with quotes slightly altered in good humor. There were also country classics from George Strait, Garth Brooks, Brooks n Dunn and even Waylon Jennings playing overhead that added to the overall ambience - its a roadside diner and it does it very well! And finally the service could not have been nicer. A first timer at Belle’s, the friendly waitress explained the options and answered all my questions including about the incredibly delicious smelling bread rolls. The wait was probably 15 to 20 minutes, which was fine for us knowing that it is not a fast food joint. All around solid choice when you’re in Abilene. Highly recommend!!
NanitaNanita
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You'll feel like you're walking into somewhere you shouldn't go alone. Or it's at least that way on a cold January evening when no one is on the patio. But once inside, it's as welcoming as Granny's house. My waitress sat down at my table and explained the menu to me. I was already won over. Then when I asked what meat she recommended she said the fried chicken because it is most flavorful. Flavor is my love language so that won me over some more. My food came quick and I enjoyed all of it. I thought the corn was really good. Nothing else was really noteworthy to me. Just traditional home cooking. While the food wasn't anything special, I did love the atmosphere. It was fun, casual, and the staff seemed to love their jobs. It's also the kind of place that you can bring your kids and not worry if they aren't quiet or can't stay seated. There's even an occasional chicken dance for then to participate in. Belle's is definitely offering something unique with their menu setup (choose your own meat adventure, sides are standard served family style). You get a lot of food. I would've loved it more if the food was more flavorful and a little less standard, but they've obviously got a good thing going and I'm not one to stand in the way of tradition.
Larry Ray ReedLarry Ray Reed
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I visited on Thursday October 12, 2023. I decided to go because of the reviews, the raving of how good the chicken fried steak was… when I walked in the lady that greeted and seated me was the best. However, my waiter passed me by and went and waited on a couple that came in after me; (I wondered was it because I was a woman of color) I started to leave then, but I had to try this “GOOD” chicken fry. I saw the greeter tell the waiter something and that’s when she came over to my table. She took my order, I received my food and OMG was I soooooo disappointed. The chicken fried steak was fried waaaay too hard in seem like old grease. The taste remind you of liver🤮 the sides were good especially the green beans. When asked how was my food, I let them know about the chicken fry. They offered to fix me another one. I brought it home and my son is Mikey ( eat anything ) he said “Mother what is this, I know you didn’t pay for this”😳 I don’t like to put businesses on blast, but this was one of my worst food experiences. Like setting a match to your hard earned money…
Mary BockniteMary Bocknite
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My fiancé and I stopped on the way to Dallas and the only reason I am giving this place 2 stars is for the service. They definitely have southern hospitality. Outside of that, the food is not that great or worth it! I got the chicken fried steak and my fiancé got the fried chicken and it was way below average in our eyes. It lacked any seasoning and just tasted bland. The mashed potatoes were average, tasting like boxed mashed potatoes, and the green beans also lacked any flavor. The only thing I found appetizing was the creamed sweet corn which in part is due to the corn itself being sweet. Lastly, we payed $45 (chicken each costing $20) and not only could you not pack the sides but we couldn’t get basic styrofoam to-go boxes. I had to beg for a plastic plate to put the chicken in. Instead they have us grocery store plastic bags to put the cooked fried chicken in (quite unsanitary if you ask me). There are far more better, seasoned, sanitary and inexpensive fried chicken places than this one so I don’t anticipate ever returning.
Jayda JuneJayda June
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I found my spirit animal in restaurant form tonight. The best food, atmosphere, and service I have ever gotten at a restaurant before.
Thomas McMinnThomas McMinn
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Always miss it when we are passing through Abilene. Worked out today. We walked into the chicken dance. And a Birthday celebration.?Too fun! Great atmosphere. Good food! Amazing customer service. Definitely a must stop. Fun place! Come with your appetite! And ready to shake your tail feathers!
Rachel YbarraRachel Ybarra
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2002 N, Clack St, Abilene, TX 79603
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(325) 677-7100
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belleschicken.com
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4.6
(760 reviews)
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Hearty family-style, BYOB Southern meals starring fried chicken, served in a rustic barn setting.
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