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    Howard's Catfish

    3.5 (60 reviews)
    InexpensiveSeafood, Karaoke

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Black links from Howard Catfish today. I just laughed when I saw this mess.
    Denise J.

    I called in my order today and the guy answers the phone and says "hello". So I looked at my phone to see if I had the wrong number because I couldn't believe a business was answering the phone like this. Let me just say I won't be returning because the customer service is HORRIBLE. My links look like burnt and the fish is average. Waste of $20.

    Truly best Fish in Town
    Joe I.

    Nice homemade place good for fish. Southern cooking finest. This place has pool tables and games inside so bring the whole family!. The customer service is very good and welcoming. As for the fish I ordered the Catfish nugget lunch cost a bit 7 bucks and when I tell you it's worth ever penny, it's worth it. Fish comes with fries and bread. Large serving plate was loaded with fish. I think this is probably the best Catfish nuggets I've very had. Light homemade batter And homemade tartar sauce. Rich in seasons and flavor. Cook perfect. Great experience

    Fish nugget plate.
    Tia H.

    This food is AMAZEBALLS! I had the catfish nuggets plate. And my fiance had the 3pc filet meal. The nuggets were piled up high. It came with fries, pickles, peppers and toast. Tbh you don't really need the fries Bc there is so much fish. Every thing came out piping hot. We went at 9:30 at night so it wasn't a wait. Overall it was awesome. Definitely going back.

    Lunch catfish nuggets and both sauces!

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    12 years ago

    Forget about the catfish check out 2Chefs soul food inside of Howard's Catfish. Their Gumbo is to die for! My favorite is the fried ribs.

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    12 years ago

    This is one of the better places in Texas that I have had catfish. great taste, large portions, cool atmosphere. Reminds me of the old days.

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    11 years ago

    Howard's is one of the best places you'll ever find with quality down home fish. He's a great guy and the service is always impeccable!!

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    11 years ago

    Awesome okra ... best I have had in Dallas. :) Food tasted super fresh worth the wait!

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    Pretty good food, customer service sucks and plan on waiting a very long time for your food.

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