Big Guy’s Chicken & Rice – NYC-Style Street Eats in Deep Ellum

Sara Loren
Dec 22, 2025
1 min read

Updated: Jan 1

Big Guy’s Chicken & Rice brings the spirit of classic New York street carts straight into Deep Ellum—bold flavors, big portions, and comfort you can count on. The menu keeps things simple but satisfying: juicy chicken, fragrant rice, fluffy pita, and sauces that make everything pop. Whether you prefer a platter or a wrap, the food comes out hearty, fast, and full of that nostalgic city-grub energy.

Review

Sara I. (Nov 25, 2019):

“Got a big appetite? Big Guy’s delivers. This spot serves up chicken and rice done right—spicy, comforting, and very reminiscent of New York-style street food. The falafels were crisp and flavorful, especially when paired with tahini. A crisp lemonade made for a refreshing pairing, and the chicken and rice absolutely need to be drenched in their signature white sauce. The pita (more like Greek flatbread) was warm and fluffy and tied the meal together.

The wraps looked just as solid as the platters. I’d definitely recommend stopping by when in the area. Take a walk around afterwards—you may not be in NYC, but your taste buds will think otherwise.”

Category: Mediterranean, Fast Food, Middle Eastern

Location: Deep Ellum, Dallas, TX

Tags: Dallas chicken and rice, NYC-style platters Dallas, Deep Ellum fast casual, Mediterranean street food Dallas, best falafel Deep Ellum

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