I've never written a BBQ review before but this place requires it. By far the best brisket I've…read moreever come across and I have a LOT of experience with BBQ. The sides were great, prices reasonable, and staff very friendly. Can't believe I just now discovered this place but I'll definitely be back

First visit to Sullivan's Old Town BBQ in Lewisville and it was incredible -- an easy 5/5 …read more The BBQ was outstanding. The brisket was tender and smoky, the pulled pork was excellent, and the bologna was surprisingly one of my favorites. Sides were just as good -- creamy potato salad, fresh coleslaw, and flavorful collard greens. The jalapeño cornbread was also a great touch. You order at the counter when you walk in and they greet you right away. They even ring a bell for first-time customers, which adds a fun, welcoming vibe. Throughout the meal the owner and staff came by to check on us and even refilled drinks, which you don't see very often at a place like this. Great homey atmosphere with a large outdoor patio as well. Definitely worth the drive to Old Town Lewisville if you want truly great BBQ and friendly service.

This BBQ spot is absolutely worth the visit. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and keeps things…read moremoving even when it's busy. The menu has endless options, so there's something for everyone, but the brisket is the real star, tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The mac and cheese is delicious and definitely a must try. One of the best deals is the sides, just $4.99, and you can pile them high with all your favorites. As if that wasn't enough, they also offer a complimentary dessert bar. Parking can be a little challenging, and there's usually a line, but don't let that scare you away. Grab a Texas Twinkie while you're there. It's absolutely worth the wait. M

We visited recently and were disappointed despite being excited to try it. Great customer service…read morebut they lack flavor in a major way. Great setting and establishment, I just wish the taste was there. This company knows how to draw you in with their appealing twinkies and brisket display. However, that's all. They could improve by adding more flavor. Maybe salt, pepper, hints of spices, garlic, onion powder, something. Eliminate the banana pudding and desserts. Update the sides by adding something different. With some change, they will run Terry Black some true competition.

When I first came to Texas, I fully expected it to be wall to wall old timey BBQ joints, maybe a…read moregas station with an old guy smoking meat out back on a 100 year old smoker. Turns out that is mostly not the case. Yes, DFW has some stellar barbecue, but a lot of it lives in shiny purpose-built buildings with executive chefs and serious BBQ or fine-dining pedigrees. Well friends, this is one of those rare places I have only found a few of - A true little hidden gem. I can see why the reviews are mixed. Buffet sides can be polarizing, the building is nothing to look at inside or out, and there is no Diet Dr Pepper, which frankly feels like a sad and bold choice. But let us get to the important part. I ordered the slider plate and it was outstanding. You get two sides, which means you can try 3 different meats, one on each sandwich. I went with brisket, pork, and sausage. I chose coleslaw as one side so I could pile it onto the sandwiches, and onion rings as the other. The onion rings are not from the buffet - and are kinda a hidden choice - but seek them out - made to order, hot and crispy and worth it. This was a lot of food. The rolls deserve their own shoutout. I am fairly certain they are handmade (or gotten from a bakery daily) , and gloriously fluffy. My lunch was spectacular. Hubby went with the ribs and brisket plate with loaded potatoes, which were yum, and BBQ beans, which were just okay. To finish things off, they offer free vanilla soft serve ice cream. Do not "save room" for it, it is not amazing, but it is a nice little palate cleanser and a sweet way to end the meal. If you are looking for fancy vibes, this is not your spot... If you are looking for honest, satisfying barbecue that reminds you why Texas BBQ has a reputation in the first place, this one is absolutely worth a stop.

For a restaurant with a sizable interior seating, the parking was atrocious. The paved parking on…read moreits side had sufficient space for four vehicles. May be five if all the vehicles were parked inches apart. Many vehicles parked behind the restaurant on gravel and grass. I chose the BBQ Pork Ribs Plate which came with four ribs. Once I got my meat, everything else was self-service. For sides, I chose the smoked beans and potato salad. Before leaving the area, I made sure to grab a dinner roll. The Point of Sale requesting a tip annoyed me due to the amount of self-service. The ribs were okay. There was not as much meat as I would have liked. Of the two sides, the smoked beans were my favorite. Its sauce provided plenty of flavor. The potato salad had a distinct dill aftertaste. The interior of the dinner roll was slightly warm, so it may have sat on the serving tray for a while. As with other barbecue spots, they offered free soft serve (vanilla). Frugal diners should forego the non-complimentary desserts. Unfortunately, the ice cream was softer than my preference. It's consistency similar to a very thick milkshake.

I came out to Dallas for the first time as part of a work trip for my new employer. Before my…read moreflight home, several coworkers suggested I go to Hard Eight, and I'm glad I did! I've never had BBQ this tasty, and it's on another level compared to the places I've gone to back home. I told the gentleman cooking that this was my first time, and he gave me tips on getting smaller portions so I could try more offerings. I'm glad I did because I wanted to focus on the meat! As I worked my way down the line, everyone was helpful with asking if I wanted bread, what deserts were worth trying, and closing the transaction. The workers who clean off the tables are also amazing. I was able to practice my Spanish with them. Thank you Hard Eight BBQ for making me feel welcome. I'll definitely come by again when I'm in town!

Always incredible!!! Everyone loved their meals, and the environment was amazing…read more 10/10

Immediately evident ownership change…read more Came in after a long absence of eating here for their amazing pulled pork and fat japs. Within 5 minutes and before I got to a table, I was telling my wife they must be under new ownership. Receiving the food and taking a bite prompted us to take to Google and confirmed it. I have never thrown away food at Fat Cow, however I threw away two orders of fat japs (minus two half eaten ones that the wife and took a single bite out of) and 2/3 of my brisket taco plate. Condiments bar was just brine in containers with no pickles, jalapenos etc, brisket was dry, bacon on fat japs was cold grease coated and sickly looking, meat inside jalapenos was like shredded jerky. Had never before walked out of there smelling like dirty barbecue before, but we definitely could smell it in our clothes the rest of the night. Definitely not the Fat Cow I grew up loving.

Disapointment After Ownership Change…read more My family and I have been going to Fat Cow for several years. We loved the friendly atmosphere, excellent service and great food. We decided to try it after the new owners took over. While the atmosphere was still welcoming and friendly, we noticed some changes in the food that made me miss the old days. The sausage was a big letdown which looked like a shriveled up hot dog. The mac and cheese had no flavor and did not have enough sauce. The potato salad and coleslaw were not as good as they had been in the past. I hope the new owners can find a way to bring back the flavor and quality that st this place apart drom other BBQ restaurants.

Amazing pork ribs and very tender chicken! The guy at the counter and the one in the kitchen are…read morejust really humble and kind. Gave us extra ribs and even free beer! Talk about southern hospitality!

It's all about the food at Meat U Anywhere BBQ. This small, no-frills spot delivers real-deal Texas…read morebarbecue and completely exceeded my expectations. I asked the pitmaster for "the center of the point," and he smiled and he delivered perfectly fatty, smoke-kissed slices. What followed was exactly what great barbecue should be--smoke, smoke, smoke. The brisket was incredibly tender with a perfect bark and that clean, oak-driven flavor you expect from authentic Texas BBQ. The sides were just as impressive: the German sausage was flavorful and perfectly smoked, the creamed corn was rich and comforting, and the jalapeño bacon mac & cheese added a delicious kick. The atmosphere is simple and genuine--about 20 tables, service one guest at a time, plastic trays lined with butcher paper, a soda fountain, and country music playing in the background. The bearded pitmasters and spotless environment add to the authentic experience. This isn't a big chain, but rather a locally owned North Texas gem. If you're near DFW and craving true, slow-smoked barbecue, Meat U Anywhere BBQ is absolutely worth the visit.

This is a pretty solid bbq joint! You order at a window and eat at some picnic tables outside by…read morethe parking lot. There's no indoor seating. The brisket was my fav out of all the meats! Juicy and well seasoned with a nice crispy top. We got lean pieces without too much fat on it which was perfect! The Dino rib was humongous! I was hoping the meat would've been fall off the bone tender but it wasn't. I think it would've been better if it were more tender. The pork ribs and burnt ends were pretty solid as well. Good seasoning and the burnt ends had a good crisp to it. I think if they cut the burnt ends smaller it would be more crispy lol I really love a good baked potato and this has to be one of the best loaded baked potato's out there! The potato was soft and stuffed with butter, cheese, bacon and chives. It's good to eat with the meats to balance out some of the flavors. I was craving a good corn bread and this one was pretty good. It was moist and fluffy with the perfect amount of sweet and corn ratio. Overall it was pretty good bbq! I'm on a quest to finding the best bbq out there!

I sitting at a 3.7 so I'll round up. I went on fourth of July and placed a take out order. The line…read morewas chaotic and once I finally got to the front, they told me it was another 30 minute wait. In the Texas heat with gas prices being as high as they are it wasn't the most comfortable 30 minutes but it is what it is. People were getting mighty agitated which didn't help the situation. This time I got a text and went to the front and they made my food. Sides were lack luster and I got the potato salad and coleslaw. I ordered the rack of ribs, some brisket (1/2 pound) and one texas twinky. The brisket was decent, not too fatty and still tender. The spicy bbq sauce was pretty good to me but my parents still liked Rudy's better. The ribs were okay... good flavor but kind of dry. Texas twinky was okay... solid spice.

Everything was great.... the service, atmosphere, and food. I bought lunch for two; half chicken…read moremeal with green beans and fried cabbage, and a brisket sandwich with fries. It was all delicious. I absolutely LOVED the fried cabbage. I can't wait to return to this location. Too bad there isn't a drive-thru, but that shouldn't keep anyone away seeing as how their food is exceptional.

Tried to eat here on a Friday night. Three employees stood behind the counter and said nothing as…read morewe stood at the counter. No one else was in line. We went to cashier thinking that's where we needed to order. The employees rudely tells us you need to order at the other end. Well we would have ordered if someone acknowledged us. Never again! Terrible service. Rude staff.