Authentic Texas barbecue in Aggieland! The brisket and rib, ribs and pork belly, collard greens,…read moreranch beans were fantastic! Great hospitality, fast, affordable, and clean. Being asked where I was from before I opened my mouth made it all that more authentic!

Mixed review on first impression!…read more First thing I saw was a handwritten sign on the door that said cash and cards only. What does that mean? No gift cards or no paper checks? ‍ So I walk in the two guys behind the case immediately assist me and ask what I'm interested in. Tell me about the Aggie Special and fix me up! I pay them and walk over to fix my tea where I pass by the pickle onion and sauce bar covered in gnats!! Fortunately I had ordered my food to go, so I turned a blind eye! The block of cheese was TERRIBLE--tasted like old sharp cheese that had been sitting in a bbq joint. Eww. I also was not a fan of the bbq sauce--it was super sweet like ketchup.... But the sausage and brisket was GREAT! And it's a bbq place, so they a 3 star review!

Dbq has always been a win! Very delicious flavorful reasonably priced BBQ! I'm sad it's just a food…read moretruck and only open for lunch because I don't get to have it nearly enough. Their beans are delicious and not too sweet but sweet enough and my favorite side is whenever they have the smoked pineapple! It's so delicious!! We have used dbq to cater for an event and it worked out great! Their brisket is spot on! The owner is super friendly and will remember your face if you go a few times. Definitely support this local BBQ place! Go pick it up on a pretty day and eat in a park.

Lew's has quickly and quietly become my go-to place for lunch…read more Sure, it helps that the trailer is quite literally between my office and my house, so I can stop by and pick up some killer BBQ after letting the dog out. But the key there is the killer BBQ. Every weekday the menu changes, so you'll probably want to check out Lew's facebook page before heading there if you're particular about your choice of meat. I, personally, am not particular. Meat is meat, and meat is good. Here's a highly opinionated rundown on some common Lew's menu items: Tri-tip steak: If you like beef, this will blow you away. Tender, flavorful, and unlike anything I have ever had before from a BBQ place. Brisket/chopped brisket: The best in College Station by far. Always tender, beautiful smoke ring, and just chock full of smoky flavor. Lew's does not offer a BBQ sauce, but don't worry: nothing here is ever dry. Ribs: These have a rub or marinade that seems to consist of BBQ spices and applesauce. Like the steak, I have never had anything quite like them. One of the rarer selections, and not my favorite, but still excellent. Pork: My favorite meat selection from Lew's. Always tender, crusted with garlic and pepper. In fact, this is the best pork I have ever had -- anywhere -- let alone from a BBQ place. A must try. The sides change, but the staples of BBQ beans, cole slaw and potato salad are there most days. The potato salad is a little bit more processed than I would prefer, but delicious none the less. The cole slaw is addicting. (I suspect they put something illegal in it. Fine with me!) And the prices are great. Even a gut-stuffing 3-meat 2-side plate is under $10. If you're in town, please give this place a try. One of my biggest fears in life, and I have many, is that Lew's will find a better spot that isn't, literally, between my office and home. :)

Has a EV charging station!…read more Service with a country smile! If you're in College Station and craving Texas barbecue, Cooper's is worth the stop! The burnt ends were tender, lightly smoky, and packed with flavor. One thing I really appreciated is that every meat ordered by the pound comes with pinto beans, onions, pickles, your choice of sweet or savory BBQ sauce, and white or wheat bread--a nice touch that rounds out the meal. The restaurant was clean, the atmosphere was welcoming, and there's plenty of seating, making it a great place for groups, families, or friends to gather. We'll definitely be back!

Best BBQ in College Station - Worth Every Mile! If you're…read morelooking for authentic Texas pit barbecue done right, Cooper's Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que in College Station is the real deal. I brought the whole family and we left stuffed, happy, and already planning our next visit. The brisket was melt-in-your-mouth tender with that perfect smoky bark, and the burnt ends were absolute heaven,crispy, and packed with flavor. The sides were just as impressive: creamy, cheesy mac n' cheese that felt like a hug in a bowl, rich twice-baked potatoes loaded with all the good stuff, hearty beans with just the right sweetness and smoke, and everything complemented the meat beautifully. Save room for dessert because they do those right too. The banana pudding was silky, nostalgic perfection, and the cobblers were warm, fruity, and topped with that flaky crust and Blue Bell Vanilla Ice Cream that makes you want seconds. The service was outstanding and genuinely friendly from the moment we walked in. The staff made us feel welcome and took great care of our large group. The restaurant itself is fantastic , spacious indoor and outdoor seating, plus party rooms that make it ideal for family gatherings, celebrations, rehearsal dinners etc...or just a big Sunday lunch. Cooper's nailed every part of the experience: incredible food, warm hospitality, and a comfortable, family-friendly atmosphere. This is Texas BBQ at its finest. We'll be back soon! I highly recommend bringing the whole crew! Rod Gray Cypress, TX

Great, consistent service and food. Relaxed atmosphere and a weekly stop. Friendly faces every time…read moreI enter.

Solid BBQ overall, but nothing too spectacular. I ordered…read morethe beef and rib plate, which comes with two sides (the fried okra was easily my favorite) The brisket (moist and juicy) was better than the ribs, which leaned a bit fatty to me. They have three different sauces to try, including a mustard-based one that was interesting. (I liked being able to control my sauce mixings) There are free white and wheat bread and a good spread of fixings like pickles, onions, and jalapenos. We came in for a late afternoon lunch, (post-lunch rush) and it was super quiet. This was our first meal back in the College Station/Bryan area so it was a pretty easy, low-stress stop. Staff was efficient, and there's a patio area if the weather's nice. They also run daily specials.

All I can say is WOW. I had a 3 meat BBQ plate (sliced brisket, ribs, sausage) with mac and cheese…read moreand cabbage and collard greens. Everything was so unbelievably good. The greens were the best I've EVER had. The mac and cheese was fantastic (creamy and just the perfect amount of cheesy). The ribs just fell off the bone. Seriously, I think I could have just yelled at it and scared it off... Sausage.... It was spiritual. And the brisket. Just the right amount of smoke and you can cut it with a plastic spoon. Seriously. And the ladies manning the counter. They are amazing and just make you smile. If you're in the College Station area, do yourself a favor and stop by.

We had soul food and bbq. the oxtails were fabulous. cabbage with collards, sweet potatoes, fried…read morechicken, and the other sides were also great. Then we had homemade peach cobbler with blue bell ice cream. the people who run the restaurant were so nice and helpful. I promise I will eat here many more times.

Bottom Line: The finest BBQ experience in the College…read moreStation & Bryan TX area is found on Hwy 21 a few scant miles west (about 5 mi from downtown Bryan). Excellent & inexpensive BBQ and truly exceptional people make C&C BBQ out on Smetana Rd a "Must Do!!!" stop in the area. Your taste buds will be happier and your day will be brighter for it. You can thank me later. Top Line: As is typical on my BBQ road tripping, most eateries in the College Station & Bryan TX got a single visit to check out their vittles & their digs. It takes someplace special to draw a second visit. In the College Station & Bryan area, that place was C&C BBQ. An alternative BBQ joint got slid down the schedule to make time for the second round at C&C on Sunday, since they are currently only open on Sat & Sun. Charles's touch with his smoker is exquisite. The smoke note in the meat is not sharp, edgy, or acrid. His smoke flavor comes out round, balanced, full, velvety, and smooth. His rub has enough peppery snap to give it character, without being harsh or aggressive. Again, balanced and masterful. Ribs on the first visit were meaty, arriving trimmed quite free of fat. This gave the smoke excellent access to the meat, which took it up very nicely. Brisket sandwich on my second trip west was very, very tender and wonderfully juicy. It was a 4-napkin sandwich! That indicates just how tender & moist it was. And it was equally tasty, exhibiting like the ribs Charles's mastery of his craft. Sides are limited to four items: potato salad, whole kernel corn, green beans, pinto beans. Potato salad has a slight hit of pickle juice jumping it up a bit. Corn with diced tomatoes has a bit of bite & snap to it, setting the corn apart from its usual semi-blandness. The green beans were very tender & seemed to have butter dancing in the mix, which made them more flavorful. The pinto beans were rich in flavor due to having some shredded meat added in. Their texture was on the mark as well. Banana pudding was the weakest link in my estimation. The taste was pretty typically sweet banana pudding flavor, which is not a bad thing. The texture, while being smooth & creamy as pudding should be, struck me as being a bit too moist. The vanilla wafers cookies had gotten soggy from the pudding, so there was no crunch or solidity contrast to the creamy pudding. Cost for this Nirvana of BBQ heaven was mondo cheap (see picture), particularly given the extremely tasty food. C&C BBQ is not only some of the very best BBQ in the area, it is also amazingly high value eating due to it's miniscule prices. Also, kudos to them for having a bathroom on premises to clean up in after your (over) indulgence. But to only mention the quality & cost of the food is to tell the lesser part of the story. The greatest part about eating at C&C is the bright, shining, positive, effusive, enthusiastic, sunshiny, uplifting personalities of Charles & Carol. These two folks radiate joy & happiness at an astronomical level. To hang out with this pair while downing such good BBQ makes your visit a jewel among the days of your life. So head west from Bryan TX to the junction of Hwy 21 & Smetana Rd to get your own shot of sunshine from Charles & Carol and a chowdown of their bodacious BBQ. As I said above, you can thank me later.

I came to C&C bar-b-que on a whim wanting to try something new and let me say I was NOT…read moredisappointed! I walked in and the first thing I noticed was the glorious smell of smoked meats. I was instantly greeted by Carole and Charles as well as one of their employees. I got a lunch combo which includes your choice of sandwich, chips, and a drink. I got a chopped brisket sandwich which was chopped in front of me and was piled into hamburger buns. I was offered to try the brisket beforehand since it was my first time and it was DELICIOUS! While I waited for my meal I talked with the owners and their employee who were all so nice. I recommend this place to anyone who is longing for some good old fashioned bar-b-que!! 10/10 recommend. I will without be coming back!

Dinner BBQ at JC's. We enjoyed the shiners with dinner, brisket, chicken, turkey and all the sides…read more Especially the Cody corn. Appetizers were jalapeños sausage and buffalo chicken strips. The latter was cooked to a near jerky consistency. Not what I expected but enjoyed it nonetheless. Venue is homey and first responder friendly.

J. Cody's is a great place to eat! My husband and I have been going for years. He always gets BBQ…read morebrisket, and I go for the Chicken Fried Steak. We have NEVER been disappointed in the food or the servers. Got to meet the owner yesterday, Mr Cody, and he was so nice and took time out to talk to us, even though the restaurant was very busy. They even bring a basket of homemade cornbread out before the meal...yummy!

The tacos and plates are good. The prices are reasonable. Generally clean and nice staffread more

Quick and easy if you want some quick breakfast before work. I don't rate fast food above 3 stars…read moreso this is my max! The chicken fajita tacos are the best. I love the tortillas !