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From Ellen's's website

From Ellen's's website

Ellen's

Southern · Dallas

Closed

opens 7am today

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What to order

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Southern — food to try

2 on this menu
  1. Fried chicken✓ On the menu · $10

    Brined, dredged, fried in a skillet. Judge by the crust.

    Here it's “Chicken Fried Chicken”.

  2. Shrimp and grits✓ On the menu · $5

    Stone-ground grits under sautéed shrimp; a Lowcountry standard.

    Here it's “Plain or Cheese Grits”.

  3. Collard greensask if they make it

    Slow-cooked with smoked meat; pot liquor is the reward.

  4. Peach cobblerask if they make it

    Warm, with a biscuit top. Save room.

Menu

from the website · 2026-09-02

Prices and items may have changed. Display only — this restaurant isn't taking orders here yet.

Desayunos

  • Egg TacosScrambled eggs, avocado, cheddar cheese, homemade salsa, sour cream, flour tortillas$12.00
  • Breakfast EnchiladasEggs, sausage, ham, chorizo, bacon, salsa, queso fresca, Mexican crema, refried beans$15.00
  • Huevos AsadosChicken fajitas, scrambled eggs, onions, bell peppers, jalapeños, cheddar cheese, salsa, sour cream$14.00
  • Huevos RancherosCrispy fried tortillas, refried beans, fried eggs, salsa, cheddar cheese$14.00
  • Pork Tinga TacosSpicy pulled pork tinga, scrambled eggs, potatoes, avocado, cheddar cheese, homemade salsa, sour cream$15.00
  • ChilaquilesYour choice of bistec suave, pork tinga, or grilled chicken with fried tortilla strips, eggs, red or green salsa, queso fresco, Mexican crema$16.00
  • MigasScrambled eggs, crispy tortillas, chorizo, onions, jalapeños, salsa, queso fresco, Mexican crema$15.00

A La Carte

  • Hearty OatmealMixed berries, brown sugar, cream$7.00
  • Grapefruit Half$4.00
  • Hash Browns$5.00
  • Texas Hickory Bacon$6.00
  • Turkey Sausage Patties$6.00
  • Chicken Fried Chicken$10.00
  • Grilled Chicken Breast$10.00
  • Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Biscuit$8.00
  • Greek YogurtPlain or vanilla, granola, mixed berries$8.00
  • Texas CatfishFried, grilled, or blackened Cajun style$12.00
  • Plain or Cheese Grits$5.00
  • Pork Sausage Links or Patties$6.00
  • Chicken Fried Steak$10.00
  • Angus Ribeye Steak$16.00
  • Grilled Pork Chop$14.00
  • Biscuits & Gravy$7.00

Ellen’s Signature Breakfasts

  • Big Ol’ BreakfastTwo eggs, bacon, turkey or pork sausage, hash browns, your choice of pancakes, French toast, or biscuits & gravy$17.00
  • Mushroom Garlic ScrambleFresh sautéed mushrooms, fresh garlic, bacon, two eggs, Texas goat cheese, avocado, fresh scallions, split buttermilk biscuit$18.00
  • Chili & EggsSweet & spicy Angus beef chili, two eggs, cheddar cheese, onions, sour cream$15.00
  • Catfish & GritsCheese grits, Texas catfish fillet (fried, grilled, or blackened), Texas hickory bacon, spinach, fresh garlic, tomatoes$24.00
  • Pancake Pot PieLayered dish of pancakes, maple cream sausage gravy, bacon, sausage, hash browns, scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, served with maple syrup$16.00
  • Steak & EggsChicken-fried steak or chicken, two eggs, hash browns, toast$18.00
  • Shrimp & GritsCheese grits, Cajun shrimp, Texas hickory bacon, spinach, fresh garlic, tomatoes$25.00

Benedicts

  • Traditional Eggs BenedictEnglish muffins, soft poached eggs, your choice of ham, bacon, or sausage patties (turkey or pork), hollandaise, mixed greens salad$17.00
  • Avocado Toast BenedictEnglish muffins or toast, soft poached eggs, avocado, tomatoes, hollandaise, mixed greens salad$17.00
  • Huevos BenedictHomemade rajas tamal, soft poached eggs, pulled pork tinga, roasted poblano hollandaise, mixed greens salad$17.00
  • Grits BenedictSoft poached eggs, Texas hickory bacon, fresh spinach, garlic, tomatoes, hollandaise, served over cheese grits$16.00
  • Chicken-Fried BenedictYour choice of chicken-fried chicken or steak, soft poached eggs, sausage cream gravy, served on a biscuit, mixed greens salad$17.00
  • Fried Tomato BenedictFried red beefsteak tomato, soft poached eggs, hollandaise, balsamic glaze, served on a split biscuit, mixed greens salad, olive tapenade$16.00
  • Cajun Shrimp BenedictEnglish muffins, soft poached eggs, sautéed spicy Cajun shrimp, hollandaise, mixed greens salad$17.00
  • Crab Cake BenedictEnglish muffins, soft poached eggs, crab cakes, hollandaise, mixed greens salad$18.00

Traditional Eggs

  • 2-Egg BreakfastTwo eggs any style, hash browns, toast$11.00
  • Make-Your-Own OmeletteCheddar cheese plus any of the following mix-ins, hash browns, toast$11.00
  • Ellen’s OmeletteBaby spinach, bacon, strawberries, mushrooms, bleu cheese, balsamic glaze, hash browns, toast$14.00
  • Southwestern OmeletteChorizo, ham, bell pepper, onions, cheddar cheese, toast$14.00

Off the Griddle

  • 3 Buttermilk PancakesEllen’s signature buttermilk recipe, whipped butter, maple syrup$12.00
  • Almond French ToastFour slices, whipped butter, maple syrup$12.00

Joe’s Balls

  • Joe’s Gritty BallsDeep-fried cheese grits with bacon, jalapeños, served with chipotle ranch or honey mustard for dipping$12.00
  • Rack Joe’s BallsCurious about Joe’s Balls but can’t decide? Easy-peasy... say, “Rack Joe’s Balls!” to sample them all$13.00
  • Joe’s Crabby BallsDeep-fried mini crab croquettes, homemade remoulade$14.00
  • Joe’s Cheesy BallsDeep-fried basil pesto-marinated mozzarell balls, spicy marinara$12.00

Starters

  • Buffalo FriesFrench fries, buffalo sauce, Texas hickory bacon crumbles, bleu cheese, scallions$10.00
  • Joe’s Mac & CheeseLarge, sharable serving of smoked cheddar Mac & Cheese$13.00
  • Homemade SoupChicken & Dumplings, Sweet & Spicy Beef Chili, Creamy Baked Potato, Tomato Cream$5.00

Salads

  • Ellen’s GreensBaby spinach, Texas hickory bacon, strawberries, boiled egg, mushrooms, bleu cheese crumbles$11.00
  • Crunchy ‘MatersSouthern-fried red beefsteak tomatoes, mixed field greens, Texas goat cheese, olive tapenade, balsamic reduction drizzle$12.00
  • Ellen’s House SaladMixed lettuce, radish, strawberries, cucumber, onions, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, croutons$8.00
  • Mixed Field GreensFresh mixed field greens, grapefruit, homemade granola, raspberries, Texas goat cheese$10.00
  • Grilled Chicken SaladGrilled organic chicken breast, mixed field greens, corn, avocado, red onions, radish, cucumber, garlic honey vinaigrette$10.00

Fresh Sides

  • A La Carte$5.00
  • Plate of Four Sides$16.00
  • Plate of Three Sides$12.00
  • Asparagus
  • Baked Beans
  • Black-Eyed Peas
  • Broccoli
  • Coleslaw
  • Cup of Soup
  • French Fries
  • Fried Okra
  • Green Beans
  • Green Salad
  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Mac & Cheese
  • Mushrooms & Chiles
  • Sautéed Spinach
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • Sweet Potato Fries

Angus Burgers

  • HamburgerLettuce, tomato, red onions, pickles, roasted garlic aioli$14.00
  • CheeseburgerLettuce, tomato, red onions, pickles, roasted garlic aioli, your choice of American, bleu, cheddar, or Swiss cheese$15.00
  • Bacon Jam BurgerHomemade sweet bourbon bacon jam, lettuce, tomato, red onions, dill pickles$15.00
  • Blue CheeseburgerTexas hickory bacon, diced onions, bleu cheese, garlic aioli$15.00
  • Mushroom Swiss BurgerFresh sautéed mushrooms, fresh garlic, sautéed diced onions, Swiss cheese, garlic aioli$15.00

Sandwiches

  • The Yard BirdGrilled or fried chicken breast, bread & butter pickles, shredded lettuce, honey mustard, brioche bun$14.00
  • Portobella SandwichGrilled portobella mushrooms, yellow squash, zucchini, lettuce, tomato, Texas goat cheese, brioche bun$16.00
  • BLTEA SandwichThick-cut Texas hickory bacon, lettuce, tomato, fried egg, avocado, multigrain bread$13.00
  • Open-Face Meatloaf SandwichPrime Angus beef meatloaf, mashed potatoes, bell pepper, fried egg, fried onions, pan gravy, multigrain toast$17.00
  • Madie’s MeltGrilled cheese, herb aioli, Texas hickory bacon, tomato cream soup, multigrain bread$13.00
  • Chicken Salad SandwichFresh organic chicken salad, pecans, fresh dill, celery, apples, toasted croissant$13.00
  • Sliced BrisketSmoked brisket, homemade Knob Creek barbeque sauce, red onions, dill pickle, mustard, cheddar cheese, brioche bun$15.00

Ellen’s Classic Entrées

  • Chicken Fried SteakDeep-fried breaded cube steak, sausage cream gravy$17.00
  • Cajun PastaFresh shrimp, crawfish, smoked sausage, bell peppers, onions, cream sauce (no sides)$23.00
  • Ellen’s Prime MeatloafPrime Angus beef meatloaf, pan gravy, crispy onions$18.00
  • Blackened SalmonFresh pan-seared and blackened salmon fillet, lemon$28.00
  • Shrimp & GritsCheese grits, Cajun shrimp, bacon, spinach, fresh garlic, tomatoes (no sides)$25.00
  • Chicken Fried ChickenDeep-fried breaded chicken breast, sausage cream gravy$17.00
  • Texas CatfishFried, grilled, or blackened Texas catfish fillet, homemade tartar sauce or cocktail sauce, lemon$18.00
  • Fried ShrimpFresh butterflied, panko-crusted, and deep-fried jumbo shrimp$19.00
  • Grilled Pork ChopBone-in pork chop, roasted fig demi glace$20.00
  • Catfish & GritsCheese grits, Texas catfish fillet (fried, grilled, or blackened), bacon, spinach, fresh garlic, tomatoe (no sides)$24.00

Brunchy Booze

  • Specialty MimosasYour choice of blood orange, mango, passion fruit, peach, pomegranate, or prickly pear$11.00
  • Specialty Mimosas (Carafe)Your choice of blood orange, mango, passion fruit, peach, pomegranate, or prickly pear$35.00
  • Wines (glass)Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Prosecco, Red Blend, Rosé$12.00
  • Wines (bottle)Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Prosecco, Red Blend, Rosé$37.00
  • Classic MargaritaDine-in only$13.00
  • Beers (each)Bud Light, Coors Light, Corona, Dos Equis, Michelob Ultra, Modelo Especial, Shiner Bock$8.00
  • Classic MimosasYour choice of orange, pineapple, cranberry, or grapefruit$8.00
  • Classic Mimosas (Carafe)Your choice of orange, pineapple, cranberry, or grapefruit$25.00
  • Ellen’s House CocktailsAperol 75, Aperol Spritz, Bloody Mary, Bloody Mary spicy, Brunch Punch, Espresso Martini, Gypsy Wife, Irish Coffee, Lemon Drop, Long Island Iced Tea, Midnight Train, Old Fashioned, Side Car, Pomegranate Woo Woo$13.00

For Teetotalers

  • Barista DrinksCafé Americano, Café Au Lait, Café Latte, Café Mocha, Cappuccino, Caramel Macchiato, Chai Tea Latte, Cortado, Honey Bee Latte, London Fog$6.00
  • Hot TeasChamomile, Earl Grey, English Breakfast, Fresh Lemon Tea, Green Tea, Peppermint$5.00
  • Brewed Coffee, Tea, & FountainRegular, Decaf, Hot Chocolate, Tea, Coke, Diet Coke, Dr Pepper, Sprite, Pink Lemonade$4.00
  • Fruit JuicesApple, orange, pineapple, cranberry, grapefruit$7.00

1211 N Buckner Blvd, Dallas, TX, 75218

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Closed· opens 7am todayAll hours ▾
Friday (today)
7am–3pm
Saturday
7am–3pm
Sunday
7am–3pm
Monday
7am–3pm
Tuesday
7am–3pm
Wednesday
7am–3pm
Thursday
7am–3pm

Hours from the restaurant's website — call ahead on holidays.

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