The hype is real. The wait was short even for a Friday evening and we were served quickly and the server was very polite. I had the thousand island dressing and would recommend it to anyone even if you are a ranch enthusiast. The chicken fried steak was incredible, huge, and hot! Everything was served fresh and was a great experience overall. I traveled 70 miles to come eat here and would do it again anytime!
(5)
Carly N.
I came here with high expectations and they were met! The chicken fried steak was so good! I got the light portion and it was more than enough. Everyone who got the full portion had leftovers to take home because the portions are huge. The biscuits were also another standout - came out hot and fluffy. I was not a fan of the cinnamon rolls. They came free with the meal and smothered in sugar....too much sugar in fact. I felt a cavity coming on while eating it. Service was great and I liked the homey feel of the restaurant. It's totally worth the drive from OKC for me!
(5)
Lina L.
Great food. Service was outstanding. The waitress had a great sense of humor too. Made sure we were taken care of and everything was tasting good. The food portion was big.
(5)
Jim B.
You can't go wrong at Kendall's. Great food. Must try the Chicken Fried Steak or the Burgers. And the cinnamon roles are to die for. Make sure you bring cash as they don't take cards.
(5)
Scott H.
I'm leaving my 1 star review of April 25, 2015 up because that event did occur as I described. But, I wrote a letter to Kendall's, and received a very sincere response by the majority owner. I feel the situation has been handled well and will return to Kendall's in the future. So, back to my previous 4 star rating, and looking forward to getting a chicken fried steak soon.
(4)
April C.
This is simply awesome country style food. The chicken fried steak was crispy and delicious with a good ratio of breading to meat. The gravy was peppery and flavorful. This also came with a buttery biscuit. In addition you get a free cinnamon roll with any order but since I shared with a friend they gave 2 no extra charge. The cinnamon roll didn't look great but when I tried it....oh.my.god ....amazing!! Ooey gooey cinnamon insanity. I loved this place. I highly recommend it. Cash or check only!!!!! Not a happy surprise when it came time to pay so plan ahead.
(5)
Jill H.
If you're looking for the best chicken fried steak in Oklahoma, look no further! It is seriously the best I've ever had. But beware! The portions are ENORMOUS! If you want a normal portion, get the light/small. Otherwise, good luck finishing it. All the homestyle sides are good, and leave room for their signature cinnamon rolls! Also, it's cash only.
(5)
Amy R.
Group of 7 dined on a Wednesday night. Service was fast. Chicken Fried Steak, Hamburger and Catfish were all delicious. Highlight was the server Kirsten who provided great service but could "dish" it back to one of the guests dining with us who likes to be funny and witty.... he met his match in her.....Fun outing.
(5)
TC A.
This place had Some of the best home cooking I have had in this area. Great down home feel, the service was great and the food was delivered fast and hot. Get the chicken fried steak but it is not for the weak at heart, it is definitely a man sized portion.
(4)
Stacie G.
This place is a must try! The chicken fried steak is the best I have ever eaten. The cinnamon rolls were to die for. Great service. Small town feel. We loved it.
(5)
Melisa Z.
The fried catfish was just okay. The chicken fry was large and good, you could cut it with a fork, but it wasn't legendary. The service was fast. The cinnamon roll was pretty small. Not sure I would make the drive to go back again.
(3)
Autumn W.
Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes w/ gravy, southern style green beans, and fried okra! Classic! Their catfish is pretty good as well. (Not a fan of their cinnamon rolls -- too mushy for me.) Great place for groups! I came after graduation -- far less crowded than anywhere in Norman.
(4)
Jeff C.
This place has been a Noble classic for a long time. Never had a bad meal. The chicken fried steaks are quite large but very good. I usually go for the lite portion and it is plenty for me. Had the catfish today. It was very good. The fish was not at all "fishy". Every meal is topped off with cinnamon rolls so save room. Note: no credit cards! There is an ATM across the way.
(5)
Aaron S.
Outstanding service and great tasting food!! I would recommend this place to all my friends and plan in going back to try done of the other menu items!!!
(5)
Andrew S.
This place has the best cinnamon rolls in the okc area! The chicken fried steak is incredible. Three different sizes: Small, original and large. A little on the pricey side and long waits on the weekend but totally worth it. You can call ahead if you don't want to wait around. Staff is super friendly. Biggest complaint would be that it's cash only.
(4)
Sharla S.
What can I say about Kendall's that hasn't already been said? I am from MN but my people hail from down south so a love of fried anything is pretty much in my blood. Given that, I just had to try Kendall's famous chicken fried steak during a recent visit to family in OK. It was a mixed bag. Friendly, competent service. Lots of staff there so though they were very busy everything seemed to proceed smoothly. Three different sizes of the famous chicken fried steak. No one in our party of 11 ordered the largest size. Two who ordered the "original" size took about half home in a doggy bag. As I was from out of town I took one for the team and nearly exploded by finishing my whole "original" sized serving. The accompaniments were basic and uninspired. Routine salad to start. Lettuce was crisp & I think there was a cherry tomato so that helped. Mashed potatoes with the consistency and flavor of instant. Canned-tasting and textured green beans. I think the sausage gravy disappointed me the most. Its texture was gelatinous, like it was cornstarch based rather than flour, and its flavor was bland. And there was a lot of it which would have been perfectly ok had it had more flavor and a thicker texture. I ended up scraping much of it off. The chicken fried steak made up for all of that, however. I love chicken fried steak and this was the best I have had, I think. The breading was crispy and the whole thing appeared freshly prepared which leads me to believe every time I've had this elsewhere it was made from a frozen patty, whereas Kendall's version was so much better- more flavorful, crisp on the outside and juicy on the inside. Our party also ordered a couple different burgers and the catfish prepared two different ways; one blackened and one breaded and fried. All of those meals were devoured too! Give it a try when you are in the area for a visit!
(4)
Brandy W.
You will never find a better chicken fried steak. This thing is so big that it fills the plate and folds over! You can get the "light" order and never leave hungry! The all you can eat catfish is simply incredible. Dont forget to save room for the handmade cinnamon rolls that come hot to the table for dessert! Highly recommend you make the short drive for this incredible meal. It is one of my favorite places to eat anywhere near OKC! Dont forget your cash as they do not accept credit cards! (ATM onsite if you forget)
(5)
Laura P.
Really wanted to like this place, but nothing special. The waitress grabbed each drink glass from the top to take them off the serving tray and put on the table (blech-glad there were straws!) Table was sticky, along with the menus. Chicken fried steak was good but the gravy was very bland and the potatoes were very stiff. There are people traveling from 30 minutes or more to try your place because the reviews are outstanding; the first impression will make them come again. I won't be back. The cinnamon rolls are a big letdown too. Sad little smashed up things :( Literally 3" in diameter and 2/3" thick.) I hope you are able to up the ante to make this a repeat destination soon. Good luck!
(2)
Mark S.
Let me first say I was not inclined to dine at Kendall's, having to travel from Norman where lots of quality food establishments reside. But after prodding from my wife, we traveled the short distance to Kendall's and OMG! This place far exceeded my expectations - the Chicken Fried Steak is delicious and should be patented, the Hamburger Steak is fabulous and the cinnamon roll desert is a wonder to behold. I'm not sure I have enough superlatives to describe it. The local Kendall's is classic downtown rural American diner and is patronized well by locals - enough said. No alcohol served, "too close to the church"' but the tea is great. You will not regret the short drive.
(5)
Trey H.
I high had high hopes, but was let down. The food was mediocre and reminded me of cafeteria food. Wouldn't go back.
(1)
Russ M.
Excellent service, food and atmosphere. I believe that this is the best chicken fry in Oklahoma! Perfect blend of batter and meat, not like the other guys where you are searching for the meat, perfect. Cinnamon rolls for desert are to die for.
(5)
Nicole S.
Great southern food. Reminded me of a meal I would cook at home. The service was okay. I was excited for their cinnamon rolls, but they were too sugary for me to enjoy lol. I saw them from their Facebook page. Very family friendly place.
(4)
Chris A.
Great food and service. Was crowded when we arrived, got seated after a short wait. Ordered and got our food quickly. As always, food was delicious! Just good, wholesome, comfort food! I got the roast beef, husband tried the hamburger. Of course we had a cinnamon roll for dessert. I know the chicken fry is their speciality, other menu items are great too.
(5)
Jordan K.
If you're in Noble and in need of some good southern food, this is the place. They are famous for their chicken fried steak, but I don't really care for that. I usually get the big burger which is delicious. If you are there on the right day, you'll be treated to a chocolate cinnamon roll. Careful though, you may not ever enjoy another cinnamon roll from another place after trying this one! Cash or check only by the way.
(4)
Kim D.
I hate to write a bad review because this seems to be a local favorite but I have to be honest and maybe it seems harsh because I'm a chicken fried steak snob. Here goes -- chicken fry wasn't up to expectations, the steak was pounded paper thin so it gives the image of a huge steak on the plate but there's really not much meat to it. The batter was good, not too thick or crunchy but I did leave a lot on my plate because I was trying to find the meat. The salad was simple lettuce with 1 cherry tomato & 1 ring of onion. The cinnamon roll was soggy & so sweet I was expecting to fall into a diabetic coma. I think I can pass without ever having to eat here again.
(2)
Tristine W.
Best place to go with friends been coming here for 15 years and still the best restaurant in town!! Plus dinner drive ins and dives has been here. ( food network tv show) tells you just how great this place is!
(5)
Trina F.
Great genuine Okie Chicken Fried Steak and fried catfish and oh t h ose cinnamon rolls.
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Brett M.
The hype is real. The wait was short even for a Friday evening and we were served quickly and the server was very polite. I had the thousand island dressing and would recommend it to anyone even if you are a ranch enthusiast. The chicken fried steak was incredible, huge, and hot! Everything was served fresh and was a great experience overall. I traveled 70 miles to come eat here and would do it again anytime!
(5)Carly N.
I came here with high expectations and they were met! The chicken fried steak was so good! I got the light portion and it was more than enough. Everyone who got the full portion had leftovers to take home because the portions are huge. The biscuits were also another standout - came out hot and fluffy. I was not a fan of the cinnamon rolls. They came free with the meal and smothered in sugar....too much sugar in fact. I felt a cavity coming on while eating it. Service was great and I liked the homey feel of the restaurant. It's totally worth the drive from OKC for me!
(5)Lina L.
Great food. Service was outstanding. The waitress had a great sense of humor too. Made sure we were taken care of and everything was tasting good. The food portion was big.
(5)Jim B.
You can't go wrong at Kendall's. Great food. Must try the Chicken Fried Steak or the Burgers. And the cinnamon roles are to die for. Make sure you bring cash as they don't take cards.
(5)Scott H.
I'm leaving my 1 star review of April 25, 2015 up because that event did occur as I described. But, I wrote a letter to Kendall's, and received a very sincere response by the majority owner. I feel the situation has been handled well and will return to Kendall's in the future. So, back to my previous 4 star rating, and looking forward to getting a chicken fried steak soon.
(4)April C.
This is simply awesome country style food. The chicken fried steak was crispy and delicious with a good ratio of breading to meat. The gravy was peppery and flavorful. This also came with a buttery biscuit. In addition you get a free cinnamon roll with any order but since I shared with a friend they gave 2 no extra charge. The cinnamon roll didn't look great but when I tried it....oh.my.god ....amazing!! Ooey gooey cinnamon insanity. I loved this place. I highly recommend it. Cash or check only!!!!! Not a happy surprise when it came time to pay so plan ahead.
(5)Jill H.
If you're looking for the best chicken fried steak in Oklahoma, look no further! It is seriously the best I've ever had. But beware! The portions are ENORMOUS! If you want a normal portion, get the light/small. Otherwise, good luck finishing it. All the homestyle sides are good, and leave room for their signature cinnamon rolls! Also, it's cash only.
(5)Amy R.
Group of 7 dined on a Wednesday night. Service was fast. Chicken Fried Steak, Hamburger and Catfish were all delicious. Highlight was the server Kirsten who provided great service but could "dish" it back to one of the guests dining with us who likes to be funny and witty.... he met his match in her.....Fun outing.
(5)TC A.
This place had Some of the best home cooking I have had in this area. Great down home feel, the service was great and the food was delivered fast and hot. Get the chicken fried steak but it is not for the weak at heart, it is definitely a man sized portion.
(4)Stacie G.
This place is a must try! The chicken fried steak is the best I have ever eaten. The cinnamon rolls were to die for. Great service. Small town feel. We loved it.
(5)Melisa Z.
The fried catfish was just okay. The chicken fry was large and good, you could cut it with a fork, but it wasn't legendary. The service was fast. The cinnamon roll was pretty small. Not sure I would make the drive to go back again.
(3)Autumn W.
Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes w/ gravy, southern style green beans, and fried okra! Classic! Their catfish is pretty good as well. (Not a fan of their cinnamon rolls -- too mushy for me.) Great place for groups! I came after graduation -- far less crowded than anywhere in Norman.
(4)Jeff C.
This place has been a Noble classic for a long time. Never had a bad meal. The chicken fried steaks are quite large but very good. I usually go for the lite portion and it is plenty for me. Had the catfish today. It was very good. The fish was not at all "fishy". Every meal is topped off with cinnamon rolls so save room. Note: no credit cards! There is an ATM across the way.
(5)Aaron S.
Outstanding service and great tasting food!! I would recommend this place to all my friends and plan in going back to try done of the other menu items!!!
(5)Andrew S.
This place has the best cinnamon rolls in the okc area! The chicken fried steak is incredible. Three different sizes: Small, original and large. A little on the pricey side and long waits on the weekend but totally worth it. You can call ahead if you don't want to wait around. Staff is super friendly. Biggest complaint would be that it's cash only.
(4)Sharla S.
What can I say about Kendall's that hasn't already been said? I am from MN but my people hail from down south so a love of fried anything is pretty much in my blood. Given that, I just had to try Kendall's famous chicken fried steak during a recent visit to family in OK. It was a mixed bag. Friendly, competent service. Lots of staff there so though they were very busy everything seemed to proceed smoothly. Three different sizes of the famous chicken fried steak. No one in our party of 11 ordered the largest size. Two who ordered the "original" size took about half home in a doggy bag. As I was from out of town I took one for the team and nearly exploded by finishing my whole "original" sized serving. The accompaniments were basic and uninspired. Routine salad to start. Lettuce was crisp & I think there was a cherry tomato so that helped. Mashed potatoes with the consistency and flavor of instant. Canned-tasting and textured green beans. I think the sausage gravy disappointed me the most. Its texture was gelatinous, like it was cornstarch based rather than flour, and its flavor was bland. And there was a lot of it which would have been perfectly ok had it had more flavor and a thicker texture. I ended up scraping much of it off. The chicken fried steak made up for all of that, however. I love chicken fried steak and this was the best I have had, I think. The breading was crispy and the whole thing appeared freshly prepared which leads me to believe every time I've had this elsewhere it was made from a frozen patty, whereas Kendall's version was so much better- more flavorful, crisp on the outside and juicy on the inside. Our party also ordered a couple different burgers and the catfish prepared two different ways; one blackened and one breaded and fried. All of those meals were devoured too! Give it a try when you are in the area for a visit!
(4)Brandy W.
You will never find a better chicken fried steak. This thing is so big that it fills the plate and folds over! You can get the "light" order and never leave hungry! The all you can eat catfish is simply incredible. Dont forget to save room for the handmade cinnamon rolls that come hot to the table for dessert! Highly recommend you make the short drive for this incredible meal. It is one of my favorite places to eat anywhere near OKC! Dont forget your cash as they do not accept credit cards! (ATM onsite if you forget)
(5)Laura P.
Really wanted to like this place, but nothing special. The waitress grabbed each drink glass from the top to take them off the serving tray and put on the table (blech-glad there were straws!) Table was sticky, along with the menus. Chicken fried steak was good but the gravy was very bland and the potatoes were very stiff. There are people traveling from 30 minutes or more to try your place because the reviews are outstanding; the first impression will make them come again. I won't be back. The cinnamon rolls are a big letdown too. Sad little smashed up things :( Literally 3" in diameter and 2/3" thick.) I hope you are able to up the ante to make this a repeat destination soon. Good luck!
(2)Mark S.
Let me first say I was not inclined to dine at Kendall's, having to travel from Norman where lots of quality food establishments reside. But after prodding from my wife, we traveled the short distance to Kendall's and OMG! This place far exceeded my expectations - the Chicken Fried Steak is delicious and should be patented, the Hamburger Steak is fabulous and the cinnamon roll desert is a wonder to behold. I'm not sure I have enough superlatives to describe it. The local Kendall's is classic downtown rural American diner and is patronized well by locals - enough said. No alcohol served, "too close to the church"' but the tea is great. You will not regret the short drive.
(5)Trey H.
I high had high hopes, but was let down. The food was mediocre and reminded me of cafeteria food. Wouldn't go back.
(1)Russ M.
Excellent service, food and atmosphere. I believe that this is the best chicken fry in Oklahoma! Perfect blend of batter and meat, not like the other guys where you are searching for the meat, perfect. Cinnamon rolls for desert are to die for.
(5)Nicole S.
Great southern food. Reminded me of a meal I would cook at home. The service was okay. I was excited for their cinnamon rolls, but they were too sugary for me to enjoy lol. I saw them from their Facebook page. Very family friendly place.
(4)Chris A.
Great food and service. Was crowded when we arrived, got seated after a short wait. Ordered and got our food quickly. As always, food was delicious! Just good, wholesome, comfort food! I got the roast beef, husband tried the hamburger. Of course we had a cinnamon roll for dessert. I know the chicken fry is their speciality, other menu items are great too.
(5)Jordan K.
If you're in Noble and in need of some good southern food, this is the place. They are famous for their chicken fried steak, but I don't really care for that. I usually get the big burger which is delicious. If you are there on the right day, you'll be treated to a chocolate cinnamon roll. Careful though, you may not ever enjoy another cinnamon roll from another place after trying this one! Cash or check only by the way.
(4)Kim D.
I hate to write a bad review because this seems to be a local favorite but I have to be honest and maybe it seems harsh because I'm a chicken fried steak snob. Here goes -- chicken fry wasn't up to expectations, the steak was pounded paper thin so it gives the image of a huge steak on the plate but there's really not much meat to it. The batter was good, not too thick or crunchy but I did leave a lot on my plate because I was trying to find the meat. The salad was simple lettuce with 1 cherry tomato & 1 ring of onion. The cinnamon roll was soggy & so sweet I was expecting to fall into a diabetic coma. I think I can pass without ever having to eat here again.
(2)Tristine W.
Best place to go with friends been coming here for 15 years and still the best restaurant in town!! Plus dinner drive ins and dives has been here. ( food network tv show) tells you just how great this place is!
(5)Trina F.
Great genuine Okie Chicken Fried Steak and fried catfish and oh t h ose cinnamon rolls.
(4)