Crispy chicken
Fried chicken is often described as crispy outside, juicy inside, and served in generous portions.
Texas Chicken - Mirdif City Center North Food Court
Mirdif
Texas Chicken is a fast-food chicken restaurant in Mirdif City Centre’s North Food Court, serving fried chicken, sandwiches and wraps. Reviews especially point to crispy, juicy chicken, the Mexicana wrap and quick, friendly counter service when the branch is running smoothly.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
1,246 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Crispy wings
The spicy wings stand out for their exceptionally crisp coating, even for customers who find the meat less prominent.
Wrap choice
The Mexicana wrap is a repeat favourite, especially for diners who enjoy a spicy flavour.
Fast service
Several visits mention quick service, including fast preparation and friendly counter assistance.
Helpful staff
Reviews describe staff as welcoming and helpful, including detailed answers to menu questions.
Fresh requests
The team has accommodated requests for freshly made food, and one customer said the result was genuinely fresh.
What to Eat at Texas Chicken - Mirdif City Center North Food Court 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 - Mirdif City Center North Food Court, 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.
Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Texas Chicken - Mirdif City Center North Food Court, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.
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Fried chicken Net +3
“The fried chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, just the way I like it.”
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“The fried chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, just the way I like it.”January 2026
“Texas Chicken has always tasted good and fresh for me, and it's now my go-to place for fried chicken and strips.”April 2025
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Wraps Net +3
“Their sandwiches and wraps are awesome, try them out.”
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“Their sandwiches and wraps are awesome, try them out.”October 2024
“I just love Texas chicken sandwiches and wrap..i love spicy taste and its perfect for me, madam sanjog also was so much welcoming us and they served the food so much fast”January 2026
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Fries Net +2
“The food was tasty — the chicken was juicy, the wrap was well-made, and the fries were hot and crisp.”
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“The food was tasty — the chicken was juicy, the wrap was well-made, and the fries were hot and crisp.”November 2025
“Not a replacement for KFC, but sure value for a try. Loved tender chicken and fries.”January 2020
Honorable mentions (14)
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Biscuits Net +1
“Even the other food stuff are simply delicious - e.g., Jalapeno bombers, Tex-mex fries, biscuits, etc.”
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“Even the other food stuff are simply delicious - e.g., Jalapeno bombers, Tex-mex fries, biscuits, etc.”April 2025
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Chicken pieces Net +1
“Their chicken pieces are always delicious and juicy, and I love pairing them with the spicy fries.”
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“Their chicken pieces are always delicious and juicy, and I love pairing them with the spicy fries.”August 2025
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Chicken wing meal Net +1
“Good chicken but when it comes to the wings it actually matters in the crisp I don’t taste any chicken but the crispy is absolutely amazing totally recommend the chicken wing meal.”
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“Good chicken but when it comes to the wings it actually matters in the crisp I don’t taste any chicken but the crispy is absolutely amazing totally recommend the chicken wing meal.”May 2026
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Chicken with rice Net +1
“My order was chicken with rice, it tasted good as usual, the surprising thing this time is that there is no garlic sauce, not even mayonnaise, for the first time since my birth that I didn’t find mayo in a restaurant, (even Kouh Al Shay Cafeteria have it)”
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Review excerpts
“My order was chicken with rice, it tasted good as usual, the surprising thing this time is that there is no garlic sauce, not even mayonnaise, for the first time since my birth that I didn’t find mayo in a restaurant, (even Kouh Al Shay Cafeteria have it)”March 2023
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Cinnamon balls Net +1
“Ordered the Golden Dragon burger meal. It’s big. It’s also very hot 🔥🔥🔥😂 Cinnamon balls helped take heat away from hot sauce in burger.”
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“Ordered the Golden Dragon burger meal. It’s big. It’s also very hot 🔥🔥🔥😂 Cinnamon balls helped take heat away from hot sauce in burger.”April 2025
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Golden dragon burger meal Net +1
“Ordered the Golden Dragon burger meal. It’s big. It’s also very hot 🔥🔥🔥😂 Cinnamon balls helped take heat away from hot sauce in burger. Excellent lunch. Would highly recommend as I loved it. Thank you”
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“Ordered the Golden Dragon burger meal. It’s big. It’s also very hot 🔥🔥🔥😂 Cinnamon balls helped take heat away from hot sauce in burger. Excellent lunch. Would highly recommend as I loved it. Thank you”April 2025
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Jalapeno bombers Net +1
“Even the other food stuff are simply delicious - e.g., Jalapeno bombers, Tex-mex fries, biscuits, etc.”
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“Even the other food stuff are simply delicious - e.g., Jalapeno bombers, Tex-mex fries, biscuits, etc.”April 2025
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Mexicana wrap Net +1
“My favorite item is mexicana wrap.”
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“My favorite item is mexicana wrap.”December 2025
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Ribs Net +1
“Best tasting steak and ribs! Our server Mr Sameer was exceptional! Good food comes with good service.”
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“Best tasting steak and ribs! Our server Mr Sameer was exceptional! Good food comes with good service.”June 2025
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Spicy chiken wings Net +1
“Guys you should really try their spicy chiken wings , for the wings it’s not even about the chicken it’s about the crisp.”
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“Guys you should really try their spicy chiken wings , for the wings it’s not even about the chicken it’s about the crisp.”May 2026
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Spicy fries Net +1
“Their chicken pieces are always delicious and juicy, and I love pairing them with the spicy fries.”
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“Their chicken pieces are always delicious and juicy, and I love pairing them with the spicy fries.”August 2025
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Tender chicken Net +1
“Not a replacement for KFC, but sure value for a try. Loved tender chicken and fries.”
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“Not a replacement for KFC, but sure value for a try. Loved tender chicken and fries.”January 2020
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Tex-mex fries Net +1
“Even the other food stuff are simply delicious - e.g., Jalapeno bombers, Tex-mex fries, biscuits, etc.”
Positive 1Negative 0
Review excerpts
“Even the other food stuff are simply delicious - e.g., Jalapeno bombers, Tex-mex fries, biscuits, etc.”April 2025
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Steak Net 0
Mixed feedback
“Best tasting steak and ribs! Our server Mr Sameer was exceptional! Good food comes with good service.”
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“Best tasting steak and ribs! Our server Mr Sameer was exceptional! Good food comes with good service.”June 2025
What to Avoid (3)
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Coleslaw Net −1
“The chicken still tasted good, as always. However, the coleslaw was less creamy and was rather bland to our liking. And the yellow rice didn't taste as fresh as we remember it to be from other branches.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The chicken still tasted good, as always. However, the coleslaw was less creamy and was rather bland to our liking. And the yellow rice didn't taste as fresh as we remember it to be from other branches.”April 2025
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Wings Net −1
“Good chicken but when it comes to the wings it actually matters in the crisp I don’t taste any chicken but the crispy is absolutely amazing totally recommend the chicken wing meal.”
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Critical review excerpts
“Good chicken but when it comes to the wings it actually matters in the crisp I don’t taste any chicken but the crispy is absolutely amazing totally recommend the chicken wing meal.”May 2026
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Yellow rice Net −1
“The chicken still tasted good, as always. However, the coleslaw was less creamy and was rather bland to our liking. And the yellow rice didn't taste as fresh as we remember it to be from other branches.”
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Critical review excerpts
“The chicken still tasted good, as always. However, the coleslaw was less creamy and was rather bland to our liking. And the yellow rice didn't taste as fresh as we remember it to be from other branches.”April 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Avoid crowds. Visit outside busy periods if possible: one customer waited about 15 minutes for a simple order during a crowd.
Check availability. Before paying, confirm that rice meals or strip bowls are available; one paid order could not be fulfilled as ordered.
Request fresh. If freshness matters, ask whether the food can be made fresh; a customer says that request was accepted successfully.
Try spicy. For a hotter profile, choose a spicy variant; one review specifically recommends it for its flavour.
Choose wings. If your priority is crunch, the spicy wings are a strong choice: reviews focus on their exceptionally crisp coating.
Check sauces. Budget for extra sauce if needed: BBQ and garlic sauces were reported as additional charges.
Plan the visit
Practical details
North Food Court, Mirdif City Center - Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Rd
Mirdif, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Long waits
Busy periods can bring roughly 15-minute queues, and some customers found that slow for a fast-food order.
Item shortages
A paid order was delayed because rice and a strip bowl were unavailable at dispatch.
Inconsistent chicken
Some visits report chicken that was dry, soggy, oily or not cooked well, rather than consistently fresh and crisp.
Too oily
One review liked the fried chicken pieces but found the preparation noticeably oily and the sandwiches weaker.
Food hygiene
One customer reported finding a hair on a sandwich, a serious issue despite the otherwise positive review pattern.
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The Bottom Line
Texas Chicken at Mirdif City Centre’s North Food Court is a convenient stop for fried chicken, sandwiches and wraps. The strongest reports describe chicken that is crispy outside and juicy inside, with generous portions. The Mexicana wrap and spicy variants are also popular, while the spicy wings are aimed squarely at people who care more about crunch than a meaty wing.
Service is a real strength when the branch is operating well. Customers mention quick queues, friendly assistance and staff who explain menu choices clearly. One visit also found the food court cleaner and calmer early in the day, though the mall setting can become crowded and push waits to around 15 minutes.
Consistency is the main caution. Some customers received dry, soggy or overly oily chicken, while another reported a hair on a sandwich. There have also been complaints about paid orders becoming unavailable, including rice and strip bowls, so checking stock before payment is sensible.
Sides can vary too: one regular found the coleslaw bland and the yellow rice less fresh than at other branches. For a first visit, consider a spicy chicken option or the Mexicana wrap, and ask whether your food can be made fresh if you are concerned about holding time.