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    J&S Catfish

    3.5 (30 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Good for kids
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    Dogs allowed

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    2 piece fillets
    Regina G.

    This place was recommended to me by one of my patients. The fish was well seasoned hot and fresh real catfish. The fries could have been cooked a little bit longer. They were kind of soft, not soggy, but just undercooked. They are really stingy with the hot sauce and the tartar sauce. It was barely any in the containers that they give you, but I will definitely be back

    Tania C.

    This place was recommended to me by a coworker. I didn't even know this place existed. I'm so happy and glad to find a good place to go for some good food. I ordered the 2 piece catfish fillets with okra. Everything tasted great. I actually received two whole pieces of fish (cut in half). Not just one piece (cut in half) calling it a 2 piece. I liked that you have to call in your order, stay in your car, and they bring it out to you when it ready. I will be returning.

    Not my best pic, but I was preggers at the time and ready to chow down!! Fresh Catfish and Shrimp
    Mikhael W.

    This place is in the heart of South Dallas on Lancaster road. You yelpers will rarely catch me in this part of town but I was roaming the streets because of my work. The outside might be kind of sketch, but I could probably eat off of the floor on the inside. I was surprised at how clean it was! I was greeted by the owner's brother. He was such a sweetheart and really carried on a great conversation as my catfish and shrimp were being prepared! He is very catering to his customers and everyone seems to know him really well. The fish and shrimp were piping hot and tasted like they were alive only a few minutes ago. I heard they got all of their Seafood from Galveston Texas. The shrimp was fried hard just like I like it, but the catfish could have been fried a little harder. I am very salt sensitive, so the flavor was great to me. Their fries were yummy and seasoned to perfection. I really like how they do their bread. They don't just slap on 2 slices of bread and call it a day, they Grill both sides with butter I'm assuming which really tops the meal off. My husband is an avid fisherman so we usually fry it up at home. Unfortunately, I probably won't be making a special trip back out here. But if I happen to be in the area, it is definitely worth eating again and again and again. Definitely a local favorite!

    Reorna P.

    I initially wanted to go to the business next door to here because i was going to fry my own catfish and shrimp. That market is amazing as well. I decided to just relax and eat to go at home. And since i was here i might as well try it right. Well i think this is a undiscovered gem conveniently located on Lancaster road across from the V.A hospital.... iblove coming across these kind of places. Friendly. Clean. I havent tried the food yet but man the atmosphere has me very excited. Mmmmmmm. I cant say enough. It was goood. I will be returning. They will get to know me lol....

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    In side the place looks really bad and the food okay at best but I want be going back

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    3 years ago

    Their fish is so good! It's 10 minutes from my home so I always go here and get the 2 piece catfish basket. Definitely recommend

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    4 years ago

    Best catfish steaks I've had here in Texas. You know it's good when you can drive 40 mins each way weekly.

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    7 years ago

    Never disappoints. The best catfish I've ever tried. Small little hole in the wall but food is delicious.

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    8 years ago

    Best whole Catfish you can eat & buy...the. French Fries is good & hot ..I go once aweek & it's worth the drive

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    8 years ago

    I enjoy the food. Establishment is always clean. The owners are friendly.

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    10 years ago

    Love this place! Great fish,Great Service & most important great Prices! J&S You rock!!

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    Phat Matt's Wings & Fish to go - Crack wings

    Phat Matt's Wings & Fish to go

    4.5(24 reviews)
    2.5 miSouth Dallas

    I happened to look over to my left . It looked to have been a black canopy sign moving in the wind…read morethat read catfish. I had taken the Lancaster exit on my way to the VA Medical Center. I asked the scanning tech working in the Cardiology Clinic who was working with me if by any chance she had eaten there . She acknowledged that she had and the food is prepared according to your request. After my appointment the next step before heading home was at Phat Matt's . It was dark wasn't sure they were opened. The open sign was lit . I turned the door handle to go inside . It was a small place dark with chairs and a table or two . Gave off vibes you can sit while you wait for you order to be prepared but once ready paid for proceed out the door you came in. . There wasn't any customers inside just a young man probably no more than 22 working by himself. The menu is posted on the wall in colorful chalk written by someone with a nice penmanship. My eyes focused on the catfish category on the wall. Oh before I forget its a "Cash Only" business . I had to look inside my wristlet to make sure I had money to pay for my meal. Some of the chalk writing was smeared . I learned the cook on duty when I visited was named Jacoby. He was average height thin he looked a little tired or maybe lacking some energy. He came to the counter to see if I was ready to place my order. I responded I was . I started out stating for me what I didn't want. On my 3pc catfish basket I did not want any hushpuppies or a slice of white bread cut in half or possibly toasted to be included. I didn't time Jacoby but its wasn't too long of a wait . I asked him if I could take pictures of the menu in case I wanted to stop by again if the food was good after my next appointment at the VA The food was smelling good nice and hot . My food was in a little paper basket inside a white paper bag . I grabbed a few napkins nearby. There was a tip jar in the counter . I left a couple of dollars as I picked up my order inside the white bag he had gently placed on the counter. Thank God for safe traveling grace and arriving mercies to my home . I stopped by QT on my way home to get a large frozen coke . Surprisedly the food was still pretty hot from my nineteen miles journey. I forgot to request my fish be fried hard paper on the side of the basket . I smelled it strongly from the moment I picked up my order from the counter. Fries were nestled under the three flaky crispy filets. The fries were soft kinda soggy but edible. I was able to eat this meal and enjoy for a couple of days . I plan to stop by again whenever I have my next appointment at the VA. Chef's ‍ kiss

    Love this place for a good hot link basket. Bread be so buttery. Fries are fresh and seasoned omg!…read more The bbq sauce is warm and tasty! This location has always been good and fresh! Everything was hot and I couldn't wait so I ate some on the way home! Best drive ever! Even the owner is funny and his talks will put a smile on ya face! They even have an outside patio!

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    Phat Matt's Wings & Fish to go - The kitchen and counter area

    The kitchen and counter area

    Phat Matt's Wings & Fish to go - 3 pc catfish basket with fries

    3 pc catfish basket with fries

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    Crunchy B’s - Store front from parking lot.

    Crunchy B’s

    4.8(20 reviews)
    6.2 mi

    4.8 Let me put y'all on to a hidden gem…read more Crunchy B's is a Black-owned dessert spot specializing in cookies and homemade ice cream--and babyyy, they do NOT disappoint. We first ordered through Uber Eats and loved it so much, we looked them up and realized they were right near us in Lancaster! Since then, we've been consistent supporters because it's just THAT good. Now let's talk favorites. The honey butter cornbread cookies?! Don't be taken aback by the name. Absolute perfection--soft, rich, and melt-in-your-mouth GOOD. And the Oreo cookies?? Whew... easily top tier For the ice cream, the buttered pecan is smooth, creamy, and full of flavor And the cookies n creme?? Loaded, delicious, and everything you want it to be Take home message: If you're anywhere near Lancaster, you NEED to check them out and support this amazing Black-owned business Trust me--you'll be hooked just like we are!

    We did not know this place existed. It was my son's girlfriend's birthday and she doesn't do cake…read more My son told me about this new place that is LocALLy owned just minutes away. It's located in the same shopping area as the Lancaster Cinema Movies by Aaron's. It does need more marketing and the tree in front of placed in a different place. It's there! Don't drive by it. Why not try it? We went on a Sunday around 2pm and my nose appreciated it tremendously. For the grand opening, all guests were invited to "sign the wall". The wall had 100s of signatures. We were greeted by a newly employed, friendly Miss. The store was clean, clean, clean. FRESH! One large cookie was $3. Special for multiple cookies purchased. They offered minis too. Day old cookies (what's that?) were only $8 for a bag. Did I mention their ice cream? Everything was great. A lil pricey, but we need to support our community FIRST. We will be back.

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    Crunchy B’s - Discount for day old cookies, $8.

    Discount for day old cookies, $8.

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    The Lab Food Truck - Fried oysters basket with toast & fries

    The Lab Food Truck

    3.8(14 reviews)
    0.8 miSouth Dallas
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    I caught this truck at Klyde Warren park on a weekend, and decided to stop by for the first time. I…read morecould have gone to any of the other seven or so food trucks lined up next to it, but my belly was telling me it was a Cajun food/fried seafood sort of day. Best decision ever, belly! The shrimp basket was out of this world: eight jumbo fried shrimp served with texas toast, french fries, and pickle slices. I got some ketchup packets for dipping purposes, but they were ultimately useless because the spicy tartar sauce (?) that was included just owned everything. And the shrimp... likely the best I've had in my life. Those plump crustaceans were enrobed in the lightest coat of batter and fried to crispy perfection. The only downside to my meal was that the pickles were buried under the fries, causing some loss of crispiness to two fries. But I don't think this will prevent me from coming back, as all of the other fried goods I saw people getting looked equally amazing. Maybe some fried mac and cheese next time... And as a side note, props to the service. Before placing my order, I was warned that it would be a fifteen minute wait. Although this, plus ~10 min, is expected of the Klyde Warren food trucks (in my experience), I think that forewarning your customers is one of those small but considerate gestures, and completely necessary. So I took a seat at one of the nearby park tables, while customers of less considerate food trucks paced deliriously back and forth before me, checking on their orders every five minutes and totally exacerbating their hunger pains.

    So I'm at Klyde Warren on Sunday posted up by the stage so I sitting where the food trucks start. I…read morewas starving but decided to walk all the way to the end and work my way back, you know not just get something at the first truck with the shortest line. I'm so glad I walked all the way down to the end because there sat the Lab Food Truck, the name kinda of threw me off because I saw flames but had no clue what goodness was on that truck. First thing that caught my eye was poboy I love a good poboy and my decision was made, plus I had the option of spicy or regular? Well give me spicy. The portion was really a nice size for a food truck. The serving was comparable to any sit down restaurant and the flavor exceed many sit down restaurants as well. When they handed me my sandwich I hurried and walked back to my table protecting my sandwich from all the canine sniffing noses. That poboy was wonderful it was fresh shrimp and oh so spicy. The bread was buttery and toasty. The remoulade sauce was tasty but not even necessary. The fries were standard but it was all about the poboy. I cannot wait to try other offerings from the Lab Food Truck, one of my friends arrived late and she went and got the same thing and neither one of use were disappointed. This is a must try again.

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    The Lab Food Truck - Jumbo shrimp basket. Sorry for the ketchup packet occlusion.

    Jumbo shrimp basket. Sorry for the ketchup packet occlusion.

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