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    Brendyn's BBQ

    4.5 (106 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Ramsey
    Brian B.

    Worth the 45 minute drive for sure! Family of four and we had: ribs, brisket/sausage sandwich and loaded potato (largest we have ever seen!) Very generous portions and the meat was spot on. Everything we had was perfect to be honest. Will definitely be going back!

    Brisket Ribs Jalapenos Cream Corn
    Clayton B.

    This place is amazing. Clean, with plenty of tables inside. Extremely friendly and helpful staff, fantastic smoked meats, sides, and a killer banana pudding. Got a quarter pound of fatty brisket, quarter pound of pork ribs, and jalapeño creamed corn. The brisket was easily cut with a plastic fork, that tender. The creamed corn was one of my favorite bbq sides I've had at any restaurant. Review wouldn't be complete without mentioning the banana pudding... it was almost a cream cheese consistency, killer flavor and taste. Truly 12/10 dessert.

    Loaded Mac
    Gloria F.

    People are friendly and food is delicious . The price is reasonable and you gotta try the loaded Mac.

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    Jennifer G.

    Definitely earned its spot on the top 50! Pit master Leanne is happy to go over the menu, offer samples and make suggestions. Jalapeños wrapped in candied bacon is also a must try. Be ready for spicy! Try one of the menu sandwiches or customize your own! BYOB.

    Sean L.

    "Brendyn's BBQ didn't just stick the landing; they brisket-bombed my taste buds into orbit." TL;DR: Hot honey burnt ends that light up your soul like a backyard fireworks finale. Ribs seasoned with authority. Poppers that balance creamy heat and smoky crunch. Slaw with personality. And banana pudding so divine we finished it before a photo could be taken. Stamp twenty-one, secured. Stop number four. The East Texas BBQ blitz kept rolling, fueled by smoke, ambition, and just enough belly room to tempt fate. Big D and I had logged two stellar joints already, got turned away at stop three (sold out), and now we were heading into the final leg with hope and hunger in the tank. We arrived at Brendyn's BBQ just after 3 PM, the kind of timing that lets you stroll in calm but still chase greatness. One lone customer ahead of us, then we stepped up to the counter. The crew was sharp, friendly, and fully locked into their craft. Once they heard about our road trip and passport stamp quest, the energy kicked up a notch. Pitmaster Brendyn Todd was out, but the pit was in the expert hands of head pitmaster Leanne Perkins, who kept things humming like a well-tuned offset smoker. We came for the Hot Honey Burnt Ends, and we got them, glistening like gold nuggets in a pool of sweet fire. We added a couple of pork ribs, two bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers stuffed with seasoned cream cheese, a side of slaw (Leanne's top pick), and a couple slices of white bread to soak up the glory. The feast: Burnt Ends: Deep char, sticky glaze, buttery texture. These didn't meet expectations, they body-slammed them through the table. Ribs: Confident seasoning, ideal bite, and a rich smoke profile that lingered just long enough to be polite. Poppers: Balanced heat, rich filling, and that candied bacon crunch made them the sleeper hit of the tray. Slaw: Bright and crisp, with red and green cabbage holding their own in a creamy dressing that didn't drown the texture. Then came a surprise worthy of fireworks: the staff brought out banana pudding on the house. No heads-up, no warning. Just layers of fresh banana, silky pudding, and most important of all, the vanilla wafers served on the side, exactly how I like it. I don't do soggy. If the wafer can't hold formation, it doesn't belong on my spoon. We didn't bring anything home. My wife told me before we left, "Don't bring any leftovers home today." So like a fool, I listened. Terrible decision. That banana pudding was the best I've ever eaten. The bowl was cleared before I could even think about a photo. It vanished so fast, it was like we were trying to hide the evidence. We wrapped it up with a tour of the pits and a photo with Leanne. Stamp count: 21 down, 29 to go. Final word: This place deserves a detour, a reroute, or a pilgrimage. Whatever it takes. Dad Sign-off: I told my wife I didn't bring her any banana pudding. She said, "That's fine." That, my friends, is how I knew I'd made a terrible mistake.

    Ron F.

    If you're searching for some of the best barbecue in Texas, look no further. This place lives up to its Texas Monthly Top 50 award, and it's easy to see why. We visited on a Tuesday right when it opened, and it was already filling up with happy patrons. The ample parking and friendly staff made for a great start to the meal. The Meats The brisket had a delicious salt and pepper bark with a nice crust. While it could have been a bit more moist, the rich, smoky flavor was on point and a great representation of a classic Texas brisket. The ribs were a definite standout. They had a beautiful, deep smoke ring and came clean off the bone with a perfect pull, not just falling apart. The dry rub bark was fantastic, allowing the natural smoky flavor of the meat to shine. Both of the sausages were excellent. The house sausage was juicy with a satisfying snap to the casing and a nice peppery kick. The boudin sausage packed a great spicy flavor without being overly filled, which can often make boudin greasy. The Sides & Appetizers We also tried a couple of the unique sides and appetizers. The jalapeño poppers were a pleasant surprise. I usually prefer a protein filling, but the cream cheese had a wonderfully flavorful and creamy texture that won me over. The jalapeño crème corn was another highlight--incredibly creamy with a tangy, spicy kick from the pickled jalapeños mixed throughout. Overall, this barbecue joint is a must-visit. The quality of the meat and the delicious sides truly set it apart.

    Sausage
    Rhonda M.

    We stopped by this place for lunch. The service is outstanding. The staff is so incredibly helpful. I enjoyed the sausage but it wasn't as juicy as I like but the flavor was on point. The jalapeño poppers were smoked and seasoned beautifully. The brisket was on point and delicious. But my favorite part was the ribs. Taste, texture, pull, smoke, bark... all for ribs! The sides were ok. The beans were good and above average even for the top BBQ restaurants in Texas. The jalapeño creamed corn was just alright. It had a nice flavor but was missing something. The Cole slaw was bitter and lack luster. I added bbq sauce to the coleslaw to make it better for me. And their BBQ sauces are really good. I will go back for brisket and ribs for sure. And they have some other dishes I want to try. All in all, I recommend this Texas BBQ joint!

    Two jalapeño poppers loaded, baked potato with pulled pork and brisket with a glass of tea 23.54$

    Wednesday around 1pm good food at brendyns good food good location downtown Nacogdoches

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    Scott M.

    Down, right, amazing meats. If it's your first time here, mention it. They gave us some meats to sample, and omg, so good. The brisket fell apart in my mouth. Was super amazing. The sausage was very good and had a little kick to it but not to spicy. I was able to get the Garebear, I think it was called. My fiance had the big apple. She said 6 stars easy. Lol. Mine was a great sandwich, amazing. Had several meats, and the taste was just amazing.

    Brisket, ribs, sausage, creamed corn and pinto beans, with something cold tonwash it all down. Oink!

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    4 years ago

    Food was excellent but wished it was cheaper to be honest. I ordered the Ramsey sandwich and wished there was more to eat.

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    5 years ago

    Serious Texas BBQ!!! Doesn't get any better than Brendyn's!!! Amazing!!! Melt in your mouth, flavor for miles and miles!!

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    3 years ago

    Best BBQ in town by far. Love this place and stopping by when I need my BBQ fix!

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    7 years ago

    Brisket melts in your mouth, jalapeño cream corn is delicious, and the Ramsey...my perfect sandwich. Absolutely delicious!

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    4 years ago

    The food is delicious and the service is always top notch! Highly recommend the loaded potato with brisket!

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    7 years ago

    Stopped here for lunch on the way through town. Got the tacos, they were very tasty. Will definitely come back to try the BBQ standalone.

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    4 years ago

    Everything is great here but I especially like the brisket, cheesy sausage and macaroni and cheese!

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    4 years ago

    The best Bbq in Nacogdoches by far. The service is friendly and the portions are great. I highly recommend it!

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    We have eaten a Dolli's several times and it is always busy. This visit was no different. However,…read moreservice was marginal. Several apologies later, we finally got our food. I had the BLT with the optional egg and it was okay, nothing to write home about. Coffee was good. Restaurant and toilets were clean and from the sign posted in the men's room, it is highly rated (lol). Nothing like some bathroom humor! We will certainly be back as we are always hopefully that today was an anomaly.

    Right in the center of downtown is a corner cafe that is full of friendly smiles as well as loyal…read morepeople who obviously frequent the place and even have their regular tables. Makes you feel like you're in a Texas country town for sure! My daughter and I were in Nacogdoches for college visit to SFA and we looked this place up in the hopes that we would find something different than a normal chain stop. It certainly is different and was exactly what you might imagine. Everything on the menu is decently priced and it seems that Tuesday is the place to be with short stack specials for $2 along with the weekday breakfast special at $6.95 On of my daughter's favorite meals is chicken fried steak and what better place to try that than a local diner??? Unfortunately it fell below expectations. The portions were quite large, enough that we could have just split a plate. The idea of sausage gravy on top of the mashed potatos and steak sounds heavy but also potentially fantastic. However both the gravy and the fry were quite under seasoned. I was able to fix mine with some cholula sauce and some salt and pepper was a quick fix as well for my daughter. The side of green beans and carrots she got were actually pretty good so perhaps there was just a disconnect in flavor at the meat station this day. I did very much enjoy the side salad I chose instead of the veggie medley. Came with home-made ranch which brought me back to my East Texas family gatherings with the freshly shaken ranch.....it was great. The portion size was pretty fair value at $13. Like I said we could have just split it between us. Very hit or miss flavors leaves this at a 3-stars for me. But no doubt some of the nicest folks in town work here.

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