Posted in Texas
June 22, 2015
These 12 Barbecue Joints In Texas Will Leave You Begging For More
While Texans might argue about which barbecue restaurant serves up the juiciest, smokiest, most delicious meats, I think most of us can agree that we love smoked meats and the sides that accompany them. There are more barbecue restaurants in this state than I could ever mention in one list, but I narrowed them down to some of the best in the business. So, I hope you enjoy what I’ve come up with, and congrats if you make it through without drooling on your keyboard!
This is the oldest BBQ restaurant in Texas, serving up slow-cooked ribs, brisket, and other mouthwatering cuts of meat since 1932. Located in the Barbecue Capital of the World, this BBQ joint easily takes the top spot on our list.
Another Texas favorite, the lines are always long here, but the wait is definitely worth it for high-quality, finger lickin' good BBQ.
Named one of the top 5 BBQ restaurants in the state by Texas Monthly, Smitty's sits in the same location where Kreuz Market used to be for more than 50 years. Getting hungry yet? Welp, hold your horses 'cause we're just getting started..
Every Texan recognizes this pit, where all meat is cooked and seasoned to perfection. The rustic setting and live music are just an added bonus.
Open since 1949, this is one of those restaurants you just have to try out on a BBQ tour of Texas.
They've been in the barbecue business since 1900, so they've had a while to perfect their craft. Another must-try in the Lone Star State for all the meat-lovers out there!
Snow's is only open on Saturdays from 8 AM until they're sold out, so be sure to get there bright and early if you want a taste!
A list of best barbecue joints wouldn't be complete without mentioning the mighty City Market of Luling; here, you place your order in the piping hot pit room, and get served on red butcher paper. Can't get more authentic than that, folks.
Another one of the barbecue greats of Texas, they've expanded to serve at four locations in the hill country, and each one offers quality meats sure to satisfy your hunger drive (and taste buds).
The oldest operating Mom & Pop BBQ joint in Tyler, their no-frills, pit smoked barbecue will leave you wanting more. They've been in the business for over 50 years, so you know it's good!
This is one of Houstonians' favorite BBQ joints; between the flavorful, juicy cuts of meat and delicious sides, any Texan would drool at the sight of this cookin'.
Texas Monthly called this restaurant one of the Top 4 BBQ purveyors in the world, so it's no secret that they serve some mean ribs, brisket, and all things BBQ. 24 hour pit-smoked meats and made-from-scratch sides definitely earn this place a spot on our list.
I bet you’re running out your door right now to pick up some barbecue, aren’t you?
What place is your favorite when you get a hankering for some good ol’ fashioned pit smoked Texas BBQ? Tell us in the comments!
