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Rod's Kitchen

4.4 (83 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Caleb R.

This review for February 18th. I will say I was originally annoyed because they were only accepting cash at the moment (I don't carry cash) and the young lady waited to tell me until after I placed my order. I wanted to try this place, so I went ahead and went around the corner to the nearest credit union to grab cash. I truly wanted to support this business, and I actually did enjoy what I ordered. Two piece catfish with three shrimp and a strawberry cinnamon roll cake. This meal came with three large sizes of shrimp and the fish was seasoned well and tasted great. To my surprise, I did not know that the cake was a cinnamon roll cake when looking at it, but it was also a nice portion for the dessert, and it was flavorful for sure. In the future on my next Dallas visit, I'll definitely be giving them another visit.

mistys s.

This place is tiny, so don't blink or you will miss it. I don't live in the area. On the way back home from being at the dealership in Arlington, I decided to stop since I was on 20 and as it was one of my Yelp bookmarks. It's to the left of the donut shop. I ordered the catfish 4 piece basket at $16+. It came with fries and a piece of bread. The fish and fries were cooked to order and well seasoned. To the gentleman in the back who prepared my order, you are appreciated. I have to be honest, I am usually focused on the food, but there are times when you simply have to look at other factors that go into the particular dining/ take out experience. The customer service needs improvement. Sometimes it doesn't matter how good the food is, if you don't get treated kindly/fairly in order to get the food, it can be a deal breaker. The young lady behind the register was talking to someone sitting at one of the tables. She clearly wasn't eating but having a conversation via speakerphone, making it a three way. I am a new customer and trying to ask questions and I pretty much had to compete with the threesome. Mind you, I am taking pictures and asking questions about food items and I said specifically said to the cashier, that I was doing a review on the establishment...maybe my work ethic only, but I definitely would have been on point. She could have cared less. An maybe this added to me being vexxed, but the lady that ordered right before me, asked about an extra sauce. She wanted another, and asked if there was a charge and the lady said, "No." She even went further to say, "You want some peppers?" I am not sure why her money was no good there but mine was. I went outside to get in my car to take a picture and noticed there was only 1 half full tartar sauce contained for 4 pieces of fish.....my head turned sideways. So, I walked back in and said, "Can I get another sauce, there is only one and I ordered a 4 piece?" Understanding it is a business to make money, I had $1.50 in my hand. The cashier held out her hand to take the money and I am like, "How much is it?" I'm like in my head, you gave that other lady sauce for free and you even offer her pickles but you don't even tell me how much each container is before putting your hand out? She says, $1 something..." I gave her a $1.25, she handed me 2 containers and I left. All I am saying is, if you have paying customers asking legitimate questions about the business, they come first before personal interaction. One tartar really isn't enough for 4 pieces of fish in my opinion and it does make a person feel some kind of way when they witness other customers getting additional sauces and peppers for free. I have tried other establishments who do add two sauces and pickles and peppers are included without having to ask.

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Tish W.

Food was awesome Wings were so flavorful especially the raspberry wings Catfish, real catfish was fried to perfection and the flakiness of the fish was very refreshing to see. Seasoned fries were perfect Will definitely be back

Britt P.

Yum!! They use REAL catfish!! Food was seasoned so good! Made to order and everything was bomb! I paid $1 to upgrade my side to macaroni and it was really good as well but Even if I didn't those seasoned fries that the combos come with are so yummy!! Overall I would recommend and definitely be back!

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Charlie D.

These chicken wings are hugeee! In house made sauces and make sure to tell them what spice level you want because they have levels 1-10! The pictures on Yelp made it look like you would be going into a bar like restaurant, but it's actually a really cozy to go kitchen! They treat you like your family so don't get too crazy with them, but I loved the warm welcome feeling when I got greeted and while ordering. I got their 10 wings and fries! Raspberry chipotle and pineapple mango habanero were the flavors I chose which were very delicious! I'm a big eater and surprisingly got full off of eating 8 wings! When I tell you these wings are huge they are huge! The discount on the catfish filet while ordering other food tempted me to try it out and it was nicely fried and flavored! Can't wait to come back! Thank you so much the awesome visit!!!

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Rue N.

As another reviewer stated, please do not be fooled by the unassuming facade. This is a takeout spot (no indoor dining) with a solid menu of fish, wing and dessert options. Super cute family-owned vibe with owners' kids selling shaved ice to one side of the restaurant. I stuck to an order of wings and fish since it was my first time and I have to say, this is the BEST fish and the BEST wings I've had this close to my place. Wings were tasty, and JUICY (not fried so hard there's barely any meat) and the fish was light and I loved the flavor. They make everything fresh to order and you can taste it! Seasoned perfectly, cooked perfectly, Rod and family are doing everything right.

Catfish Fillet Baskets
Michael Y.

My dad had been telling me about Rod's Kitchen for a minute.. Since I found myself on this side of town, I had to see what the hype was about! I'm glad I did! Every bite was a burst of savory goodness. Not only was the food outstanding, but the service was top-notch as well. Bri was very conversational and welcoming with all the patrons waiting on their orders.

2 Pieces Fillet Combo
Konnori B.

I wanted to try a new place for some catfish, and I found Rod's Kitchen on here. Pulled up to this tiny wait area, but the fact that you can see everyone cook in the kitchen meant that it's gonna be hittin! The lady at the counter was very friendly and customer-service oriented. We ordered some catfish, shrimp, fries (both regular and sweet), mac & cheese, and cake (strawberry and lemon). They didn't take a long time to cook everything, which is always nice. But when I tell y'all everything was bussin!!! The catfish was perfectly seasoned (not salty), the fries were crisp and seasoned, the mac & cheese had unique cheeses that made it different and tasted great, and the cakes were moist and not overly sweet. The biggest surprise of all was the sauce they give with each basket/combo. It's called Rod's sauce, and it reminds me of this spicy mayo-type sauce that you should eat with all of your food (except the cake lol)! They give you one container, but I promise that's all you need. It's exceptional, definitely one of the best sauces I've ever had with seafood! I really have no complaints, which is difficult when I critique food. Just know it would be a complete dishonor not to try Rod's Kitchen if you enjoy fried seafood! I mentioned it already, but I have to emphasize how much they prioritize customer service! They are truly wonderful, and I cannot recommend them enough--without a doubt, I will be returning!

Raspberry Chipotle Tenders (top) / Garlic Parm (bottom)
Bruce B.

So happy this place opened up, since this intersection primarily consists of fast food chains. Love supporting local businesses in Oak Cliff. The chicken tenders were huge, see pic. The walnut brownie was also humungous, will take a couple sessions to finish. The lady working was beyond friendly. Order in advance if you do not want to wait. Excited to try more items, the next time we visit.

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Catfish was prepared to order and absolutely delicious but long wait. Lemon cake was also quite tasty.

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They ok.. prices are a bit overrated the wings are too big and wasn't cooked atw through.

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4 years ago

Good food! Amazing staff! I live in downtown and I may have to get in my car more often so that I can come here

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2 years ago

I went to Rod's Saturday Dec. 16 and the service was great and the fish and cake was delicious. I will be back. JERRY

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3 years ago

The best banana pudding in the city they are very friendly the cat fish is also great

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3 years ago

I like it! Great actual catfish and a bunch of other specialties, cakes, snow cones, koolaid pickles

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3 years ago

Rods catfish Kitchen is so good. They didn't disappoint. The staff is so personable, feels like family. I will be back.

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I will be back!! They we're so helpful,nice and black owned!! Food was made fresh and they're not stingy with the serving sizes!!!

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