Why Locals Love Church's Texas Chicken
Located at 4205 Market St in Wilmington, NC, Church's Texas Chicken is a beloved fast food and family restaurant that masterfully serves up Southern-style fried chicken with a Texan twist. Known for its crispy, golden-brown chicken and hearty sides, this spot delivers an inviting, no-frills dining atmosphere perfect for family gatherings, casual meals, or a satisfying quick bite.
The menu at Church's Texas Chicken offers a mouthwatering range of signature dishes that keep customers coming back for more. Their Big Deal Boxes are a standout, featuring choices like the 2-piece Leg & Thigh or 3-piece Tenders, each paired with two classic sides, a scratchmade HoneyButter Biscuit™, and a spicy jalapeño pepper for that perfect kick. Seafood lovers will appreciate the Shrimp Big Deal Box, which comes with 8 pieces of classic shrimp alongside those same luscious sides and the biscuit. For a surf-and-turf experience, the Surf & Turf Big Deal Box combines 4 pieces of shrimp with classic fried chicken for a hearty, satisfying meal.
Their specials are equally impressive and designed with sharing in mind. The Two Can Dine deal offers either 5 pieces of Legs & Thighs or Tenders, served with two sides and two HoneyButter Biscuits™—ideal for a cozy dinner with a loved one. Meanwhile, the Texas 2PC Feast and 10PC Family Meal meet the needs of solo diners or hungry groups, packing savory chicken that’s as juicy as it is tender. Don't miss the irresistible Jalapeño Cheese Bombers®, a deliciously spicy addition that fans rave about.
One cannot talk about Church's Texas Chicken without mentioning their famed HoneyButter Biscuits™—scratchmade in small batches daily and drizzled with just the right amount of honey butter. These biscuits have become a cult favorite, sparking genuine affection from patrons who often say they’re the best they’ve ever tasted.
Customers consistently praise the restaurant’s welcoming and attentive service. Crystal Swain shared that her food was hot and fresh, while Andrea Roberts highlighted not only the delicious meals but also the friendly staff who made her family’s visit memorable. Abby Collins noted how the engaging personality of team member Miesha elevated the overall experience, and DJ L complimented Pandora’s speedy and personable service during a dine-in visit. King Rat, a loyal fan, sums it up well by calling the biscuits “the best from a restaurant ever” and insisting that if you haven’t tried Church's Chicken yet, you’re truly missing out.
Whether you’re craving crispy, flavorful fried chicken, perfectly seasoned shrimp, or those iconic HoneyButter Biscuits™, Church's Texas Chicken on Market Street offers a welcoming spot with food that brings warmth and satisfaction with every bite. The combination of rich, juicy chicken, indulgent sides, and friendly Southern hospitality makes dining here a genuine pleasure for locals and travelers alike.
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What Makes This Place Friendly
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- On-site services
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Fast service
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Assistive hearing loop
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Table service
- Toilet
- Casual
- Quiet
- Family friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
- University students
- Accepts reservations
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Good for kids
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- On-site parking
- Parking
Real Reviews from the Community
- Mar 19, 2026
I haven't been to a Church's Chicken in over 10 years. I had no idea that I will run into one during my trip. The food was hot and fresh. The service was good and I only give it four stars because I didn't go on the inside,I went to the drive through. I also gave it four stars because back in the day, the chicken used to be HUGE, but now they are not. But still delicious nonetheless, I would go again
- Feb 19, 2026
Me and my family ate here on yesterday and everything was AHHMAZING!!! The staff was friendly, the food was hot, fresh and tasty. Even my oldest was impressed and a very picky eater.
- Feb 15, 2026
We visited the location on market street in wilmington nc and everything was fantastic. Miesha( sorry if that's spelled in correctly) was so friendly making us feel right at home. Her personality and beautiful smile just added to the experience. Even as we were leaving she wishes us well. I wish more people were like her.....she was just being herself and made a huge difference in our experience and night. I highly recommend this restaurant. Five stars all across the board and if or when you visit I hope you get the pleasure of meeting this extremely sweet young lady....trust me she will make you feel right at home and wanna visit again. Thank you to Miesha for just being your wonderful self...keep being the amazing lady you are. You are without a doubt a diamond in the rough.
- Jan 22, 2026
Food was great. And their biscuits are the best from a restaurant ever. Good slaw. Good mashed potatoes and gravy. If you haven't tried Churches Chicken you need to. Sorry KFC.
- Jan 17, 2026
We ate a late lunch here today and dined in. The service and food was awesome....the lady at the register, her name is Pandora, was speedy and was very nice. After we ordered we sat down and then saw they brought food out to the customers who were sitting at the table. Pandora was hustling as she took our order and then brought out to us. She even checked with every diner eating in if they needed anything. The food was sooooo good. The chicken was awesome as were the mashed potatoes and gravy and the biscuits. Love the sweet tea there too, it was very good and very sweet!!
- Jan 14, 2026
First time trying Church’s (believe it or not)! Got okra, mashed potatoes and gravy, and 3 biscuits. My my my….mashed potatoes always hit the spot but not too hard to make, okra was uniform and by that I mean the perfect size and the flavor right on target—not too much or little seasoning! But the biscuits told me if I only had one thing to choose to eat for the rest of my life it would be these, the way they were baked —AT THIS CHURCH’S might I add! I HAVE A NEW ADDICTION!
- Jan 4, 2026
I've got to say that this place has got it goin on! The vibe is right the people in the place look focused happy and coming from a Popeyes fan this has given Popeyes a run for its money no doubt! My man that takes your orders that wears the glasses I forget his name but he needs a raise that drives great. The other woman that works there it looks like she cooks chicken and is real good at it! I haven't been to a chicken place to have such great Vibes like this in a long time and this is the type of place I will return for sure all day everyday! God bless you guys keep up the wonderful work you just made me a fan of churches
- Dec 4, 2025
Everyone I come to this location the workers are super nice the food is always fresh!! The workers do an amazing job.
