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The Ultimate DFW (and Beyond) Chicken Fried Steak List 2023

babesby Steven Doyle                                                  Babe’s CFS

Today is a day of celebration and joy as we mark the official Texas Chicken Fried Steak Day. The day’s founder, Jeffrey Yarbrough, said on this auspicious occasion, “I am honored to have worked closely with restaurateurs Tom Perini and Ralph Sheffield to elevate this savory southern dish that reflects our state history. Besides my wife and kids as the loves of my life, creating the official Texas Chicken Fried Steak Day has been a dream come true and makes me so proud to be a Texan.”   Continue reading

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Gravy Up at Jonathon’s

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Separated by a small stretch of road Jonathon and Christine Erdeljac have set up their gravy kingdom in Oak Cliff where they reign as King and Queen of Gravy. Not a bad title if indeed you plan on selling plates of chicken fried steak and giant biscuits. And they do sell enough of these comforting dishes at their restaurants, Jonathon’s Diner and the fresh location on Forest Lane. Continue reading

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Jonathon’s in North Dallas Finally Opened!

by Steven Doyle

What has become a very long wait for opening day has finally arrived. The new Jonathon’s Diner has opened in the former Kel’s space (which is the former Pizza Inn space) in Forestwood. You can find the new location on Forest Land underneath the Tollway overpass.

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Jake and Dorothy’s is a Blast of Cowboy Past

by Jay Hoffman

Stephenville was founded in 1854 and is known as the Cowboy Capital of the World and in the one-hundred Best Small Towns in America list as well as Dairy Capital of Texas. With that combination, there is sure to be some good eating in Stephenville.

The town was incorporated in 1889 with the advent of Ft. Worth, Texas and Rio Grande Railway. From there Stephenville exploded with growth and buildings along with John Tarleton Ag. College, now known as Tarleton State University. Stephenville boasts more cowboys per capita than any other city in the country.

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Bebo’s in Pilot Point Offers a Massive CFS

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In beautiful Pilot Point, Texas find Bebo’s Cafe which is open all day, every day, serving a fantastic breakfast, and a huge lunch and dinner. Look for an all-you-care-to-eat catfish option which is served fresh and is excellent served with fresh veggies. Continue reading

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Fred’s Texas Cafe Announces Top Three Picks in Renegade Food Challenge

Fred’s Texas Cafe announced today the top three contenders in their Renegade Food Challenge coming to BOTH restaurant locations this spring. The wild contest concept, from Fred’s CEO and Co-Owner Quincy Wallace and the restaurant’s newly appointed Head Chef Fabian Alvarado, launched in December and put the power in the hands of eaters and Fred’s supporters across Funky Town.

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