If you have not tried this place you should be upset with yourself THE best fried chicken in southern MI. I remember when I lived out of state that I missed this place and when you eat here you're supporting a family owned business which makes it even better; I don't think I've ever been disappointed! It great to dine in and/or take out!! Highly recommend!! read more

White's Restaurant & Catering - Two pieces chicken mashed potatoes and mac & cheese - Fast Food Near Me - Jackson, Michigan

I stopped here when I first got to Jackson. Whewwww childdd. Nooo Buenooooo! I'm from New York . I would absolutely not eat here again for a fried whiting sandwich with hot sauce ever again. STAMPED. Customer service was beautiful though read more

Great service and food is always on point. Great local business to support instead of the chains.

I ordered some chicken and side dishes for catering on Friday and I picked it up on Sunday and it was very affordable and reasonably priced, very delicious, and everybody loved it. Tammy , the manager was especially nice and friendly and the girl that waited on us was really nice also. I highly recommend this restaurant for your catering needs or just to go in and have a nice dinner. The food is delicious! read more

White's Restaurant & Catering - Macaroni and cheese, potato salad, and delicious chicken with rolls at the party and it was all from whites and it was delicious - Fast Food Near Me - Jackson, Michigan

I loved the exterior vintage vibe of this place and the fact that this establishment has been in the community for a long time. When you walk in the door, there are a couple of tables scattered around and you are immediately overwhelmed by the smell of old grease. Phew! We ordered to go, he got 2 chicken breasts with 2 dinky quarter-pint sized sides of baked beans and cole slaw and I got 4 wings. The total came to $24. The order however, was ready fast- maybe reheated with a second fry (?) but the batter was flavorless and nothing special. Having lived in the south for a time, I have had much better chicken many times, for much less. Sigh. read more

The fries with gravy over them surpasses McDonalds. The chicken is always moist and flavorful.

Whites used to be my favorite chicken in town. Tonight was so disappointing. I mean the staff is still crabby and still obviously don't get along. But the chicken was bland and not seasoned, and tasted like the grease it was fried in was old. Unfortunately, I won't be back. read more

Hadn't had Whites for a while, years. I was in town visiting family and definitely had to have that delicious taste of Whites chicken!!! Ordered it on a Sunday afternoon 4ish. Was promptly put on hold, waited patiently.....call was finally answered by "orders won't be ready until 5". Was certainly fine with the wait, and placed my order. 2 piece leg n thigh dinner and a mixed 4 piece dinner. Sides were Mac n cheese, mashed potatoes with gravy and coleslaw. Coleslaw was spot on! Delicious. Mashed potatoes n gravy, disgusting, prepackaged taste. Mac n cheese, same! Horrible....:( now for the chicken....no flavor, salty coating, big tough bird legs. Thighs lacked meat, more breading and skin, than actual meat. Rolls are cheap doughy dinner rolls. Unfortunately, Whites chicken dinners, did not live up to my taste bud memories. read more

We tried Whites for the first time in many years. The chicken and sides can't be beat, especially the Mac n cheese. Cole slaw is average. It's a small dining area but many takeout orders. Service was very fast but the young ladies are quite overworked but friendly. I would go back for the chicken! read more

Very good food. It feels like a throwback Chicken place, if that makes any sense. Consistent quality food & sides, from a longtime, reliable family business. I really love that they're not a big chain. read more

None of the employees in the kitchen were wearing mask or gloves, 1 of the employees taking orders and payments was not wearing mask properly, nose not covered, Customers were not wearing mask and not being asked to wear them. No social distancing at all. read more

White's Restaurant & Catering - Restaurant - Fast Food Near Me - Jackson, Michigan

The food was terrible and I have tried almost everything on the menu. Chicken fatty and over priced for amount you receive. The people and service are great. read more

I had never been to Whites until some family friends took me to lunch here 2 years ago. Ever since I have been obsessed with whites chicken, the seasoning is out of this world. I usually get the breast dinner with mashed potatoes (heavenly) and the Mac & cheese. The wait time is minimal and the prices are great for the amount of food you get! Whites is always a good Update: today I ordered the chicken nuggets. Definitely recommend! read more

I am so happy this place is still around. I have been eating their chicken since I was a kid. We used to visit locations on prospect and on Michigan Ave. I recently moved back to Jackson from California and the food is ALWAYS good and I am happy to se that this Jackson staple is still kickin!! read more

White's Restaurant & Catering - Breast and wing dinner. Get two sides and roll or biscuit!! - Fast Food Near Me - Jackson, Michigan

The thing about going to a family owned, unrecognizable restaurant is, they are either really good or really bad. There usually are few middle ground. At first I wasn't so sure. The decor is sorely in need of maintenance. Mop bucket & mop left out in the small dining area. After ordering, I went to the restroom and found it clean. When I came back, my food was already on the table hot and ready. It was delicious, and good pricing; cheaper than a fast food restaurant! So save your money, enjoy a good sizable meal and tell them to paint the walls and cabinets or something! read more

Hands down the best friend chicken in Jackson county, Fish Dinner is very good, the sides are super top shelf yummy! Highly recommend this place for your fried chicken needs. Yum!!!! read more

Best fried chicken in Jackson. Moved away and still need to get this chicken when I come back to visit. Prices are good too you can feed 8 adults for about $40. read more

It looks somewhat like a "hole in the wall" but I've ate there twice now and I'm not exaggerating when I say it's probably the best fried chicken I've ever had! Excellent flavor and not nearly as greasy as the "chain" chicken restaurants... the sides are good too & the biscuits are obviously homemade. Will definitely be visiting again many more times! read more

Monday night was busy and delicious at White's! Wonderful fried chicken dinner with mashed potatoes and gravy, and some green beans. To top it off, they have fresh from scratch made biscuits that are divine. (Note to Southerners visiting the area... BYO jelly or honey to eat with your biscuits!) Carry out orders were crazy busy! Excellent restaurant and I will definitely return. Thanks to the staff at White's for a great "homemade" dinner! read more

White's Restaurant & Catering - Started eating before I took the picture! Wonderful fried chicken and traditional sides! - Fast Food Near Me - Jackson, Michigan

Wish I could give zero stars. We called in takeout on a Friday during lent and ordered six dinners. They told us it would be 20 minutes from the time we called, and upon arrival we waited another 5 minutes to be greeted. They then told us it would be another 10 to 12 minutes. 14 minutes later, when I asked what was going on, the woman working the counter looked like I just asked her to solve a Rubiks cube in under 60 seconds. She then proceeded to tell me something about "a guy in the back" and mumbled something about the fryer. I still didn't understand what she meant and then she offered me a cutlet or cod. I asked her to be honest this time, and tell me how much longer it will take for our food and she told me again "10 to 12 minutes." I told her that's what she said last time and I asked for my money back. She then proceeded to get an attitude with me and called up the "manager" who was twice as rude and acted like she did not know how to work a cash machine. They treated myself and my father like crap for ordering $60 worth of chicken trying to help a small business in Jackson when they were in the wrong. We left & went to KFC and will never be back to Whites again after going there in our family for approximately 30+ years. read more

LOST my phone order today , I walk in and "we have no order for you " , it only takes one screw up for me to ban a restaurant , but 3 weeks ago , we had to wait twenty five minutes after the time that the order was supposed to be ready , so i am done with these fools . They take zero covid precautions either read more

What else can I say? Best fried chicken I've had and will remain the best. Cajun Hot Wings are a little less spicy than I suspected, I like a little bit more of a kick to my food anyways. Goof take out place when the in-laws come town. Indoor seating is comfortable for as old as the Restaurant is. Food quality never disappoints me. read more

Definitely better to do take out from here. It's a classic Jackson spot and it is 100% hands down the best chicken meal in town.

I called at 4:42 pm for delivery. My phone call was 7 minutes and 25 seconds with most of it on hold. I was placed on hold after I ordered and another employee answered to take my order. I had already ordered, keep track of who is which line. I had a larger than normal order simply because my siblings and cousins wanted individual meals. I ordered; (2 pc cutlet with fries and mashed potatoes) x2 2 pc all chicken breasts with mashed potatoes and fries. two Cesar salads, one with extra grilled chicken. two Coney dogs without onion and a side of mashed potatoes. a side of cheese sticks and a side of mashed potatoes My meal arrived at 5:22 pm and I just gave the delivery driver about $18% tip. My only issue was the fact I was placed on hold three times and there is no organization on who is on which line. My phone call should have been less than 3 minutes. read more

White's Restaurant & Catering - Chicken cutlet - Fast Food Near Me - Jackson, Michigan

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White's is a Jackson institution! Best fried chicken and sides, excellent service, great prices, all round gem. Despite Covid and staffing challenges in the hospitality industry, they still get the job done. Thank you for your service and commitment to excellence. (Some of you other reviewers need to be more compassionate, understanding and have more realistic expectations from your fast food restaurants, jeez! If you don't have anything nice to say, keep your App shut!) read more

We had catering from White's for 30 - everything was excellent and ready for pickup on time - chicken was very moist and tender.

Ordered 1 cod dinner and 2 grilled chicken salads for take out at 4:25. Was told 20 minutes. Arrived at 4:45 and waited patiently for my order. At 5:15 I'm told they did not have any lettuce that day (a 1/2 hr after they said it would be ready). That information would have been helpful before I drove 20 miles. Bad bad service. Charged me full price for the one meal I was taking home. They apologized but quickly said next as if it was no big deal. read more

Great food and Restaurant. The employees should be more customer orientated and no short and rude, try to smile. They know that the town loves to eat here and so do i, so the predominantly female employees act whatever way here because they know people will still flood through the door for the food. Love the food here. Tasty Fish and Cutlets, the mashed potatoes and coleslaw blows away any other in Jackson. I'm just sad to see the portions got smaller and higher prices, -1 star. I'd go in with my family when i was younger and the food was much larger... very sad to see restaurants Turning to these measures. Still awesome food & same delicious recipe! read more

Food as usual was fine. Had delivery... NOT SO GREAT. Parts of order not there and when I called the THIRD time wondering where the rest of the order was, I was informed it had been delivered and that I was yelling and cussing at the driver. Asked if he may have had the addresses mixed up, but was told it was me! Manager was so rude to me and accused me of lying. Cannot fathom WHY this happened and am beyond depressed about it. Although I have always loved this place I don't think I will be a customer any longer. OH! But I DO intend to set the matter straight come tomorrow. read more

Good Chicken, rude service. Call in orders are never ready when I get there at pick-up time.

I love this place so much. we used to eat here when i was a little boy. A few decades later, i live in texas but when i come to town, i usually try to get in here to eat a meal. I love the cheese steak hoagie. (Maybe not quite as good as one you can get in philly, but its pretty close.) I love the fish dinner. The fried chicken is always really good too. I suggest the mac salad and baked beans for sides. This place is a jackson icon. If you are passing through, it is only a mile or so away from 127 and i94. Its certainly close enough for easy highway access. The ambiance is a bit....rustic. i dont think they have updated the place since it opened in the 70's. For me, this isnt a concern, though...... i think it appears about as it should for a restaurant of this type. read more

Have been coming for pick up for many years. Great place for chicken. Sides are good portions. Beats KFC every time. I would recommend.

Went in and ordered and the girl was so busy gossiping she didn't want to check me out at the time I ordered ....so I stood there and waited and another person comes in and I ask her if I can go ahead and cash out so when my for was ready I can go she said no she had to wait on the next person !! What????they're so busy gossiping about people that were sitting in the restaurant and not taking care of the customers and the place was filthy!! So rude!! read more

The atmosphere is small but the flavor is huge! Service is friendly. I had 2 piece chicken dinner with mashed potatoes & gravy and mac & cheese. The chicken was spectacular! read more

The fried chicken is dry, overcooked and overpriced and the other menu items are not much better. This is a typical Jackson eatery whose only real competition is the standard greasy KFC chain so of course locals are going to rave about it because it's all they know. They need a Popeye's Fried Chicken here in Jackson. The chicken there is fresh, juicy and you get your money's worth. read more

Was passing through Jackson (don't ask) and decided to grab a quick lunch. I'm always up for sampling the local cuisine, but the chicken looked and tasted like warmed over KFC. It's fast food, obviously cooked in advance and reheated when they get an order, and it didn't taste especially fresh. Good hot crispy made to order fries, and quick friendly service, though. read more

Chicken does not taste fresh. Crust is hard, and way too salty. Much rather have KFC's crispy. Wish Jackson would get a Church's.

Bland food all around: chicken, cole slaw, potatoes, etc. They should change their name to Blands Chicken.

Wow! Called in to try and order take out but was put on hold for over 7 minutes the first time. Called back and was on hold for over 10 minutes!!!! Ridiculous. When they finally did decide to pick back up.. the girl was soooo rude! She talked so fast I couldn't make out how long she said it would be and went I went to ask.. she hung up! This isn't the first time I've had rude service there but it will be the LAST time I get food here! They aren't that good! It's a shame , it used to be a great place . It sure has gone way down hill. read more

Whites Chicken Little is a legend in Jackson. At one point in the 80's they had 3 locations in Jackson and some in Lansing. Some of the best fried chicken I have ever had from a fast food place. Someone must have figured out the Colonel's secret, and then improved on it. Also really good coleslaw. read more