Lubbock
River Smith's Chicken & Catfish

River Smith's Chicken & Catfish

Eat Local in Lubbock

4.1 2,392 Google reviews

+1 806 765 81 64406 Avenue Q, Lubbock, Texas 79401 · North Overton

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Where to find them

406 Avenue Q, Lubbock, Texas 79401

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About

For over 40 years, River Smith's has been the Lubbock staple for chicken and catfish catering, restaurant, and party rooms. With a great menu in our one-of-a-kind restaurant and catering for up to 5,000 people almost anywhere, River Smith's has you covered for dinner, lunch, weddings, parties, and more.

Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Hours

Thursday
11 AM to 9 PM
Friday
11 AM to 9 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 9 PM
Sunday
Closed
Monday
11 AM to 9 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 9 PM

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