This is the BBQ we've been missing. It's located in downtown DeRidder in an old bungalow converted into a restaurant and run by some lovely people who really know their food. It's larger than it appears and is very clean. It is handicapped accessible, thankfully, with a ramp on the side and very large bathrooms. The menu is a la carte and the meat is sold by weight, so it is easy to over order by mistake. (I did, severely underestimating how much 1/3 of a pound was. So, I ended up with a generous portion of leftovers for my lunch the next day. Definitely a win-win scenario.) My husband and I both had the 1/3 lb pulled pork and a link of the jalapeño cheddar sausage (also approximately 1/3 lb). There was their own BBQ sauce on the table that others in my party liked, but I thought the pork was very well seasoned as is. The sausage was probably the best I've had, with a great jalapeño taste and lots of cheddar chunks throughout. The casing had a wonderful snap. My DIL had the brisket, so juicy and tender, and my son had the smoked turkey - really a superior meat. I chose the macaroni & cheese as a side. It was super creamy and had green chilies throughout, giving it a nice heat. My husband had the baked beans which he really enjoyed. The other side ordered was the tater tot casserole. That was knock-your-socks-off delicious. It made the famous chain restaurant ("CB") version of hash brown casserole pale in comparison. Seriously, it was unbelievably delicious. Every plate (tray) came with a homemade cucumber pickle and pickled onions, nice to cut the delicious meats' "fattiness." There was also a sweet cornbread muffin that tasted more dessert-y than side dish-y. A lovely young gentleman came out of the kitchen while we were eating to offer us a sample of their "beef bacon" they were trying out. It was really interesting, thin jerky-like beef, but tender with bacon flavoring. If they do decide to offer it, it could be a hit for them. Not picture - my husband got a banana pudding to take home. He thought it was one of the best he's had. The rest of us were too full to think about dessert, something we regretted later on. Yes, this place is a bit on the expensive side, but it was absolutely worth every penny. The meats and the sides were so high quality and delicious, homey food with a five-star treatment. read more

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The Brisket at this place is amazing. All of the sides are bursting with southern flavor and the staff couldn't be any better. The second you walk across that wooden front porch and swing open the gateway to country charm and southern hospitality. Your taste buds are screaming from the mesmerizing smell of the "unruhly" beast. If you are coming to deridder and want to satisfy your Barbecue addiction. DO NOT let this place go without trying. read more

Big Thicket BBQ - Half smoked chicken , 1/2lb brisket slices , - Barbeque Near Me - DeRidder, Louisiana

The food is absolutely amazing! The service is truly one of the most polite places I've ever been, the seating area is very unique. Could be used for a wonderful date or a family outing. Everyone is like family without drama. read more

Wow! We've been visiting Big Thicket since we moved back here in 2023! The business changed hands last year and the place never missed a beat! The menu keeps growing and they're trying new things, which is fantastic here in the backwater. The biggest compliment I can pay them is that their attention to the details pays off: their barbecue is some of the best in Southeast Louisiana. Their sides are generous, so when you go, go with an appetite or you'll be bringing home leftovers. Having BBQ joint like this in town is a plus! Judging by the crowded parking lot at lunch time, they're doing something right! read more

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Stopped here on our way home from TX based on other great reviews. They are well founded! We shared the Trinity (ribs, brisket, turkey), Mac n cheese, and potato salad. It was awesome. The ribs and brisket definitely deserved special mention and the Mac n cheese was some of the best ever. read more

Food was amazing....was visiting from out of town and someone recommended this place. The food awesome and the staff were friendly even better. Bbq was delicious and omg the bread pudding was the best bread pudding I've ever eaten. I will be back next time I'm in town read more

Amazing BBQ from great folks. Six of us had a sampling of everything they have and it was all great! Tender brisket, chicken smoked to perfection, ribs that'll give Texas pit-masters a run for their money! The Jalapeño smoked sausage is fire, as is the cream corn and Texas tot casserole. Our new favorite Barbecue anytime we're close to the area. Highly recommend !!! read more

The food was delicious. We had the ribs and pork belly with potato salad, beans and cream corn with pecan pie cheesecake for dessert. The service can't be beat. We tried to go back again the following Saturday and it was not open. Bummer. read more

Outside of Tampa this BBQ was awesome! I had the peppered pork belly's and the brisket! The sides were tot casserole and jalapeño cream corn. Everything as soooo good! Cleaned inside and nice decor. You place your order with the cashier and then deliver your food to the table. If you ever find yourself in DeRidder LA. you have to try this place!! Sorry, no pictures cause we scarfed it down too fast...lol read more

I like beef cuts and I cannot lie. I came here with my fiancé on a Saturday at 2 pm and there were only a handful of people there so no line BUT most of the sides and specials were sold out sadly so I suggest come early to beat the crowd. You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table. There are both indoor and a few outdoor tables. We shared 1 lb of brisket, sausage link, and their tater tot casserole and collard greens. The sausage link was ok but the brisket was juicy, fatty, and just melted in your mouth. It was SO good. The sides were delicious as well. Their bbq sauce is to die for. I wish I could've tried the Mac and cheese and creamy corn but it was sold out. I will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu. read more

Big Thicket BBQ - Brisket so good and juicy. Sausage link was just ok. Tater tot casserole and collard greens was delicious. - Barbeque Near Me - DeRidder, Louisiana

Brad & Jessica send you to to Flavor-town in Louisiana with their visionary TX Big City BBQ style - a rare find in this state, and heartily serve up delicious and perfectly flavored cuisine that will satisfy any addiction to smoked meat. Well done & now housed with 2 giant smokers in the back at a recently acquired, feel-at-home location that is tastefully decorated with conversation starters & due credit to the One who provides all these gifts. I'm glad I celebrated my birthday here rather than anywhere else in Louisiana & no matter the special occasion or ordinary day, you should come support this awesome husband and wife team as they luckily bring the Louisiana locals a taste of something so big, you'll never forget it! ps. The desserts are not to be missed! read more

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Service and food is top notch! Everything I've had on the menu has been superb. And let me tell you about their amazing sweets menu.

The food here is hands down some of the best I've had and the people working here are super friendly and hospitable. I'm an out of town-er from DFW and this place blows most of our bbq restaurants out of the water in every way, hope I get to come back here again soon! read more

The food was really good. People were super friendly. Can't speak for the service since we picked up our order. The ribs and the sides were delicious and perfectly done. Probably the best place to eat around these parts. I was impressed with their menu as they are not a one trick pony kind of place. They have not only BBQ options but offer more American cuisine style meal and a la carte specials. Highly recommended!!!! read more

I had the 2 taco plate with one side for $10. The brisket was great & the pork was good also. The bbq sauce was tasty & home made. Purple Mardi Gras coleslaw was on the sweet side but fresh! Canned cokes are $1.25 not bad. Cute ole house/ we enjoyed it. The service was good. read more

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Sliced brisket was over salted, almost like pastrami and sliced too thick. Jalapeño corn was good

One of my favorite places in Deridder, LA I usually order the brisket tacos and the collard greens as a side. read more

Authentic Texas BBQ with a hometown feel. Great food and great service!!! The brisket is cooked to perfection every time and you can't go wrong with the sides!!! Make sure you get there early so you have the choice of all the options of the day. read more

Grabbed a to go order after a short day at work , reasonable pricing especially since everything was high quality. I was lucky enough to get an end piece of the brisket coated with their delicious peppery rub beautiful bark and a light smoke ring with a spicy bbq sauce . The boudin was meaty and thin natural casing , pretty darn good . Pitt beans flavorful , spicy but my second side of jalapeño cream corn was my favorite. A generic roll thrown in but that creamed corn was stunning. Will come again ... delicious meal read more

Big Thicket BBQ - To go boudin brisket- love the fresh pickled cuke and onion - Barbeque Near Me - DeRidder, Louisiana

While tasty, the food came out cold. Nice people, but service was a little slow to come out cold. Coffee was also not great.

Great food and service!!! Employees are so nice and friendly. Nice ambiance. Recommend highly!

Best BBQ! Juicy and tender brisket and great chicken! Try the Mac and cheese and corn!

Where to start, this place was hopping when we ate there, service was good, people were professional, and the food was Great! Down home cooking people fo sho! Recommend you stop in and try this place, everything is good so just order what you want, get it to go out sit and eat it there. read more

Y'all have to give this place a try. I've only had the ribs, but they were awesome! Definitely going back to try the brisket, sausage, and boudin! Stop by and give them a try! You won't be disappointed. read more

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Food is great! Best meat I've ever had! Brisket and ribs were perfectly flavored. The absolute best collard greens and Mac and cheese! The ambiance was also nice. Very cute and family friendly restaurant. Service was only AWFUL because of one worker... I had a young girl with blue or greenish hair serve me with the WORST attitude. Very unprofessional with piercings everywhere. Rolling her eyes constantly. And received multiple rude comments from her. I had waited 30 minutes for food before asking for an update, and was told by this young girl that I need to "be patient or leave". Only one of many comments made by her. Was later told by a friend that she's seen the same thing from that worker. Besides that problem, it's about the best bbq you can get anywhere around. I highly recommend the food.. read more

Awesome BBQ!!! Great friendly service family owned. We'll be back for some burnt ends.

Delicious bbq and sides with a twist. Friendly owners and new environment in new location Veteran friendly backyard taste!! read more

Lots of meat options but very expensive for size of portions. More chicken or even vegetarian or side vegetable options would be great!

We hesitated to try this place because it was always sold out by the time we wanted to try it. BUT there's a good reason for them being sold out all the time. This is great BBQ! My husband and I got the brisket and pulled pork, they were both great and their sauces are tasty. For sides we got the tater tots, craned corn (my favorite), Mac & cheese and beans. We highly recommend trying this place out, the portions are huge and the service is great. read more

We love big thicket. The ribs are delicious and the brisket is addictive! The owners are so helpful when you're hungry and just don't know what you want! read more

This is by far some of the BBQ I have eaten. When I ordered a sandwich, I didn't feel like I was cheated like I do at other places. The brisket is perfect, the sausage is great, and if they sold those pickles, I would by them also. Make sure to eat here! It is by far, the best place to eat in Deridder! read more

Excellent BBQ! We're blessed to have such good and authentic BBQ in DeRidder. They just keep impressing!

Great BBQ, brisket very tender. Good friendly service. Nice deco also. Hard to find BBQ this good

Best damn BBQ! Best damn sides! Best damn customer service! Glad I stopped for lunch. I'll definitely be back! Highly recommend

Hands down best BBQ in the area a very wide area. You can't go wrong with any of the meats or sides. Get here early as the sell out frequently. Great portions you won't leave hungry. Super friendly folks. Oh and don't forget the Banana pudding for desert. read more

Great food, just know to come over early as they sell out of some items. Tried their Brisket and it was flavorful and their receipe of corm and beans sides are a must try. Portions are large and two could eat from the 2 meat plate. read more

Fabulous food! Go early the run out towards 4ish! Absolutely great BBQ and 1st class sides.

This place has great brisket. If you get the tot-chose (tot style notches) they are great but it's best if you eat them fresh and hot. The pork is a little dry read more

I love this place! The food is fresh and served with a smile. I like the different sides and all the meats are moist. The brisket is not loaded down with lots of fat but nicely trimmed. Have known these folks for a few years and appreciate the read more

Big Thicket BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - DeRidder, Louisiana

We ordered brisket sandwich, chicken leg, and half a rack of ribs. The brisket was good. The chicken leg and ribs were not done. Blood ran out of the leg. We told the guy and he replaced the leg and brought us three itty bitty ribs and said they were training new people to cook. We are now afraid to go back because we want cooked food. Why couldn't he have brought the same size ribs we had? read more