Juicy Chicken
The fried chicken is praised for crunchy skin and juicy, tender meat, including the breast.
Texas Chicken - JBR
Jumeirah Beach Residence
Texas Chicken in Jumeirah Beach Residence serves fried chicken, burgers and wraps in a casual two-storey setting. Reviews particularly highlight the crunchy, juicy chicken and the Mexicana Wrap, while the Texas app can bring worthwhile discounts.
Reputation Score
4.4
★★★★☆
749 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Mexicana Wrap
The Mexicana Wrap was described as delicious and full of flavour when ordered at the JBR branch.
Fresh Sides
One review specifically found the rice and fries perfectly cooked.
Upstairs Seating
There is substantial indoor seating upstairs, alongside a smaller al fresco area.
App Discount
The Texas app was reported to offer a 50% discount, making it worth checking before ordering.
What to Eat at Texas Chicken - JBR How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Texas Chicken - JBR, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Texas Chicken - JBR got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Chicken strips Net +1
“I would totally recommend the chicken strips as they are my favourite to go.”
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“I would totally recommend the chicken strips as they are my favourite to go.”January 2026
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Honey-butter biscuits Net +1
“We also enjoyed their Honey-butter Biscuits - glazed baked goodies that are heavy on your tummy but not on your wallet.”
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“We also enjoyed their Honey-butter Biscuits - glazed baked goodies that are heavy on your tummy but not on your wallet.”October 2024
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Jalapeno bombers Net +1
“Their Jalapeno Bombers are to-die for when coupled with their Cheesy Jalapeno dip and if you like cheese.”
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“Their Jalapeno Bombers are to-die for when coupled with their Cheesy Jalapeno dip and if you like cheese.”October 2024
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Mexicana wrap Net +1
“I ordered the Mexicana Wrap from Fahmi, and it was absolutely delicious — full of flavor and perfectly made.”
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“I ordered the Mexicana Wrap from Fahmi, and it was absolutely delicious — full of flavor and perfectly made.”September 2025
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Mexicana wrap shawamas Net +1
“Texas Chicken - JBR serves very fresh meals, crunchy chicken and a BOLD Taste with a Twist😉. Personally I love their TEX WRAP and MEXICANA WRAP Shawamas; you should try it. Warm and professional reception.”
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“Texas Chicken - JBR serves very fresh meals, crunchy chicken and a BOLD Taste with a Twist😉. Personally I love their TEX WRAP and MEXICANA WRAP Shawamas; you should try it. Warm and professional reception.”January 2022
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Original fried chicken Net +1
“Fried chicken fast food chain with original or spicy fried chicken, and the usual suspects such as burgers and fries, single through to family/group deals. The chicken is juicy and tender, the coating is crispy, and overall the flavour is simple but decent if not a little on the salty side.”
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“Fried chicken fast food chain with original or spicy fried chicken, and the usual suspects such as burgers and fries, single through to family/group deals. The chicken is juicy and tender, the coating is crispy, and overall the flavour is simple but decent if not a little on the salty side.”February 2021
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Spicy fried chicken Net +1
“Fried chicken fast food chain with original or spicy fried chicken, and the usual suspects such as burgers and fries, single through to family/group deals. The chicken is juicy and tender, the coating is crispy, and overall the flavour is simple but decent if not a little on the salty side.”
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Review excerpts
“Fried chicken fast food chain with original or spicy fried chicken, and the usual suspects such as burgers and fries, single through to family/group deals. The chicken is juicy and tender, the coating is crispy, and overall the flavour is simple but decent if not a little on the salty side.”February 2021
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Tex wrap Net +1
“Texas Chicken - JBR serves very fresh meals, crunchy chicken and a BOLD Taste with a Twist😉. Personally I love their TEX WRAP and MEXICANA WRAP Shawamas; you should try it. Warm and professional reception.”
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Review excerpts
“Texas Chicken - JBR serves very fresh meals, crunchy chicken and a BOLD Taste with a Twist😉. Personally I love their TEX WRAP and MEXICANA WRAP Shawamas; you should try it. Warm and professional reception.”January 2022
What to Avoid (2)
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Chicken sandwich Net −1
“The chicken sandwich is so dry and not fresh at all. I feel so sorry for wasting AED 90 for plastic food! I didn't even finish my meal.”
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“The chicken sandwich is so dry and not fresh at all. I feel so sorry for wasting AED 90 for plastic food! I didn't even finish my meal.”May 2024
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Mexicana burger Net −1
“I ordered a Mexicana burger like I usually do, but the tortilla was old and very hard. The waiting time was long, and overall it just didn’t taste good. Very disappointing experience.”
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“I ordered a Mexicana burger like I usually do, but the tortilla was old and very hard. The waiting time was long, and overall it just didn’t taste good. Very disappointing experience.”May 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Contents. Check the bag before leaving: one takeaway customer found the fries missing despite being charged for them.
Confirm Drinks. Repeat-check drink orders at collection, especially if you need Coke Zero rather than regular Coca-Cola.
Check Discounts. Look at the Texas app before ordering; a review specifically mentions a 50% off offer.
Clarify Changes. Ask about burger or side substitutions before paying, as one customer said same-price changes were not allowed.
Plan the visit
Practical details
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| Mon | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Food Concerns
Several reviews raise freshness concerns, including unpleasant smells, dry chicken and meat with an unusual colour near the bone.
Payment Risk
One customer reported being charged twice after the payment machine appeared to hang, with no follow-up refund.
Slow Orders
Waiting times were inconsistent, with one Mexicana burger order taking longer than expected.
Dirty Play Area
A parent reported finding food inside the upstairs children’s play area and described it as old and unclean.
Uneven Service
Customer service reviews range from warm and efficient to complaints about rude cashier behaviour.
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The Bottom Line
Texas Chicken is a casual fried-chicken stop in Jumeirah Beach Residence, with counter-service meals, burgers and wraps. The strongest reason to consider it is the chicken itself: one detailed review found the coating crunchy and the meat juicy and tender, including the breast. The Mexicana Wrap is another specific favourite, described as full of flavour and well made.
Sides can be a highlight too. A reviewer praised the rice and fries, while another enjoyed the gravy, Jalapeno Bombers with Cheesy Jalapeno dip, and Honey-butter Biscuits. There is indoor seating over two floors plus a smaller outdoor area, although the branch may feel tight for large groups.
The upstairs play area received a serious cleanliness complaint, so families should check it before letting children use it. Value is worth investigating rather than assuming: one review mentions 50% off through the Texas app, and another calls the prices average. Service is inconsistent.
Some customers describe quick, friendly help, but others report rude interactions, long waits and missing items. Before leaving, check your order and payment receipt; one customer said both card machines charged them. Freshness concerns also appear in several older and recent reviews, so inspect chicken that smells unusual or looks wrong.