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Hickory by Kent Rathbun - Permanently Closed

4.1 (69)
$30 and under
Barbecue
8100 Dallas Pkwy, Suite 115, Plano, TX 75024

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Innovative
  • Neighborhood gem
Elevated burger and BBQ restaurant by Iron Chef America Winner Kent Rathbun. The Hickory menu features several burger options—from your basic cheeseburger to more creatively topped fare like the Farmhouse Burger with pepper-crusted apple wood smoked bacon and fresh farm egg—as well as Texas-style barbecue, including smoked brisket, ribs and mustard-brown sugar glazed pork shoulder. Diners can also look forward to a plethora of comforting sides, as Rathbun and his culinary team are putting just as much focus into the side dishes as they are the main attractions. Accompaniments will include green apple coleslaw, burnt end baked beans, salted baked potato salad, and waffle-cut Maytag blue cheese fries. And because all of those things are even better when paired with an ice cold beer, a glass of wine or an expertly-mixed cocktail, the restaurant will feature a full bar. Specialty cocktails include a barrel-aged Old Fashioned.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, American
  • Hours of operation
    Monday - Thursday: 11:00am-9:00pm, Friday:11:00am-10:00pm, Saturday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm. And closed on Sundays.
  • Phone number
    (972) 712-7077
  • Website
    http://www.hickoryplano.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Kent Rathbun
  • Catering
    The gracious host caters to guests’ every whim. We’re the catering team behind you, granting your every wish so you can host an event like no other – whether it takes place at an altitude of 35,000 feet on a private jet, one of our recommended venues or a special spot all your own. Award winning, celebrity chef Kent Rathbun has cooked for George W. Bush, Queen Elizabeth, Oprah Winfrey, Julia Childs and Jacques Pepin. And now his team will serve inspired dishes from award winning, celebrity chef Kent Rathbun to you and your guests.
  • Location
    8100 Dallas Pkwy, Suite 115, Plano, TX 75024
  • Neighborhood
    Frisco
  • Cross street
    Southeast Corner of 121 and Dallas Tollway
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 69 people are saying

Hickory by Kent Rathbun - Permanently Closed reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1
4.1 based on all time ratings
  • 4.0Food
  • 4.0Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.7Value

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69 Reviews

  1. Steve VIP

    Dallas10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 2, 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went with a group of seven and we all enjoyed Hickory. Pulled pork, chicken, bison burger were all very good. Sides of fried green tomatoes, Mac and cheese, Brussels sprouts were ordered family style to share. All good. Some other reviews have commented that it's not true Texas bbq, and I agree with that (it's more southeast BBQ), but it's very good!

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  2. CherylI VIP

    Dallas18 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on July 1, 2016

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    brisket good, ribs awful, chicken had no taste, cole slaw was so bad we sent it back, mac n cheese dry. won't be going back.

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  3. BigDDiner VIP

    Dallas10 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 26, 2016

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    AVOID AVOID AVOID Mr. Rathbun needs to visit Dickey's to learn to make BBQ. Even two of our sides of cole slaw and mac n cheese were lame. It was easy to understand why the restaurant was half empty on a Saturday night. BBQ is simple, as are the sides, but somehow Hickory managed to mess us a great Texas tradition. Even their buttermilk pie was bad, probably the worst buttermilk pie I have ever eaten. In all fairness the chocolate cake was vey good. On the other hand the staff was delightful. Too many wonderful places to dine, this place is not worth your time or money, I will not return.

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  4. HD13

    Dallas15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 26, 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good, but not great. While prices were surprisingly affordable for west Plano/Frisco, portion sizes were a little small. (Specifically the appetizers.) But the quality of the food and the friendly service both earn a "thumbs up."

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  5. StacyR

    Dallas6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 25, 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our party of 4 all enjoyed the food, including appetizer, entrees & dessert. The meats were good quality and well prepared. The sides were delicious. The burgers were very good and also a great value as they included a side.

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  6. TerryH

    Dallas1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 22, 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Being a Wagyu cattle producer I was wanting to try the Wagyu BBQ Brisket and I was not disappointed. I will be back for more if you keep Wagyu on your menu offerings. TH

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  7. Feedme

    Dallas5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 19, 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was just OK. I had the pork spareribs and the Crispy Brussel Sprouts. The ribs were good, but you can tell that they were not smoked. The Brussel sprouts were "crispy," because they were "burnt." Very nice staff and the dining room itself is very well done. I will go again and try something else.

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  8. AddisonCarGuy VIP

    Dallas31 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 19, 2016

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Over priced !! By a lot, better bbq less money everywhere.

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  9. SteveS

    Dallas3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 19, 2016

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the bbq chicken and brisket. The baked beans were quite good and really enjoyed an alcoholic drink called "big daddy." Also really enjoyed the fried green tomato appetizer. Would definitely return and would like to try other menu items. The bbq sauce had an unusual flavor. I would have rated the food higher if they used a traditional Texas bbq sauce.

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  10. Noreen VIP

    Los Angeles34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2016

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent and friendly service from everyone!

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FAQs

Hickory by Kent Rathbun - Permanently Closed offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (972) 712-7077.

Hickory by Kent Rathbun - Permanently Closed is rated 4.1 stars by 69 OpenTable diners.

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8100 Dallas Pkwy, Suite 115, Plano, TX 75024

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Southeast Corner of 121 and Dallas Tollway
  • Neighborhood
    Frisco
  • Hours of operation
    Monday - Thursday: 11:00am-9:00pm, Friday:11:00am-10:00pm, Saturday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm. And closed on Sundays.
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Kent Rathbun
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.hickoryplano.com/
  • Phone number
    (972) 712-7077
  • Catering
    The gracious host caters to guests’ every whim. We’re the catering team behind you, granting your every wish so you can host an event like no other – whether it takes place at an altitude of 35,000 feet on a private jet, one of our recommended venues or a special spot all your own. Award winning, celebrity chef Kent Rathbun has cooked for George W. Bush, Queen Elizabeth, Oprah Winfrey, Julia Childs and Jacques Pepin. And now his team will serve inspired dishes from award winning, celebrity chef Kent Rathbun to you and your guests.
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