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4.5 (126 reviews)

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Vegan Sausage Links, Baked Beans and Mac & Cheese
Bailey R.

VEGAN BBQ that satisfies any BBQ craving that my vegetarian heart may desire. Houston Sauce Pit's entire menu is vegan, making it a safe haven for all vegans and vegetarians. It's a good truck not far from Hermann Park, so my partner and I love to grab our go-to meal (a sausage link plate with Mac & cheese and potato salad) then head on over to the park to enjoy a lovely picnic together! They're usually pretty quick to get your food to you once you've order. Also, I think they might've updated their Mac and cheese recipe a bit because when we ordered it last night, it was soooo much creamier than before! Which we really appreciated. Keep on being sauce-some, Houston Sauce Pit!

Link Plate Smoked Link Sandwich with 2 Sides BBQ Baked Beans Brussels Sprouts
Erini N.

For vegan food, this is as good as it gets! Enjoyed the beans and sandwich. The Brussel sprouts could be more exciting and more flavorful. Otherwise, great bbq sandwich for anyone looking for vegan alternatives

Chopped Veef Sandwich
Kam M.

When in Texas what do you want to eat? BBQ! Being that I'm plant based I knew I would be having a hard time finding BBQ that I could eat but I decided to hope & pray for a miracle. I went on Yelp & Houston Sauce Pit got rave reviews and after looking at the menu I was excited to give it a try. They are located off of Almeda on the side of the street next to Turkey Hut. There was a long line when I got there but luckily enough I had already ordered online and avoided the wait. I ordered the the chopped beet sandwich, smoked wangs with Mac n cheese and potato salad. The sandwich was pretty good and had good texture. The potato salad was weird mushy to the point of mashed potatoes which is a weird consistency for potato salad. The wangs were ok I would have liked it more if it were sweet or spicy the sauce was more tangy. The Mac n cheese was ok. Overall I wasn't impressed with my vegan BBQ experience.

Smoked Link Sandwich
Enna J.

OMG! Absolutely the best VEGAN barbecue sandwich I've ever had. THE Hubby and I finally visited after seeing them so much on social media. All vegan BBQ food truck + black owned. Mad we didn't try this place earlier especially since it's literally only 5min from home. From the posts on the social media, they sell out fast (I can definitely see why) so get there quick and early.

Trill Nacho
Jasmine H.

This is a staple for Houston vegan food. The way they smoked their "meat" is perfection. I would recommend parking on the street as they try to charge you for parking in the lot. Today was the first time I fel the customer service wasn't up to par. They were out of the swamp potato, my favorite and then we received the wrong order. I ordered the brisket mac this time and would much prefer the swamp potato or Trill nachos over them. I didn't notice it until I got home. When you go get the lemonade too!

Burger, Mac n Cheeze, Brussels Sprouts
Shivani M.

One of the BEST vegan food trucks I have ever had. Their mac n cheese is amazing and not like any other vegan one I have had. Their burgers are also so filling and flavorful with their special sauce - I dream of it all the time. I really want to come back to try their wings and nachos. The service is pretty quick the longest I have waited is 20 min. For parking, I usually park on the street right next to the truck (it's free). Love the music they play outside too!

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Lewis B.

PSA: if you're gonna eat here order online before you pick up your food. And by eat here I mean in your car. This is the best vegan spot in Houston by far. I've tried almost every one of them. The chicken is cool, the bone is made from some sugar cane like substance.

Brisket Mac
Tamla W.

Hits that BBQ craving! I've wanted BBQ so bad since I became vegetarian and especially so when in Houston. This place did not disappoint! I ordered via DoorDash this time but I'll definitely be back to try some items fresh from the truck. I love that DoorDash was an option. The Brisket Mac was my favorite, but everything was amazing .

Brussels sprouts
Chimere P.

All the bbq flavors are definitely there and bold! The potato salad was my least favorite, more like mashed potatoes. Some of the best Brussels sprouts I've had. Overall the sandwiches were so good! Great for meat alternatives

Links plate with Mac and cheese and brussel sprouts.
Vinh N.

I attempted to wait in a long line on a Sunday afternoon. There wasn't much street parking around and I had to park in a spot in the neighbourhood where they required permits at 5pm. After a 45 minute wait and view of the debauchery that was going on at nearby bars, I had to leave the line to tend to my car. I came back on a Wednesday afternoon where there was a line of 4 people. It's expensive here, but BBQ in Houston has gotten expensive in general along with the vegan surcharge. The special, the swamped burrito was $21! They were out of many items so I ended up with the links plate with brussel sprouts and mac & 'cheese'. I took the plate back to the comfort of my own home and unlimited refills of water. Believe me, you'll need the water because the amount of salt you ingest with processed "meat" is enormous. The links had a nice peppery taste and didn't taste too salty. The mac and cheese had a strong garlic taste that compensated for the missing richness due to the lack of actual cheese. The brussel sprouts was the main culprit in terms of salt, being too salty and also too sweet. Not something I want to repeat again. My meal was good, but I had to keep drinking water afterwards for hours. The food was not something I would wait in line for though.

6/6 menu
Farrah A.

I am so grateful for the growing list of vegan eats in Houston - from more restaurants offering options on their menus to full on vegan-only restaurants. Like I keep telling my friends: IT'S ALL HAPPENING. So when I heard about a vegan barbecue stand in the third ward, I made it a mission to check it out. The two first attempts were fails - they were either sold out + they are closed on Mondays - but finally, third time was a charm. Their menu is 100% vegan - they have "wangs," chopped 'meat' sandwiches and barbecue plates along with sides, like mac, brussels sprouts and baked beans. I haven't had barbecue in a few years, so this was such a delicious reunion with barbecue - but CRUELTY FREE. Wahoo. Extra delicious. My favorite was the 'veef' sandwich with all the fixins. The texture of the "meat" paired with their sauce - which they bottle and sell - was perfection. I also was a fan of their baked beans. It tasted just like traditional baked beans, but again, no animal products. Oh how I've missed southern baked beans. We also got the loaded mac topped with links and veef, along with the elote, which happened to be on special that day at $2.50 a cob. On this particular day, they didn't have utensils (not sure if that's the usual), so we took our food to-go; but there were some people eating their barbecue sandwiches along the street that offers some shade. Take your appetite, take your credit card, and take anyone who likes barbecue and wants to explore vegan eats. Looking forward to my next visit, likely this week. :) #blackownedbusiness

Elote Corn and Brussel Sprouts
Adecia P.

OMG, this place was amazing! I've been wanting to try them for a LONG time but I didn't want to stand in line on Almeda Rd. They were at the Power Center Food Court on S. Post Oak and this was my chance. Taste- The sandwich meal was so very delicious. For real, you will forget it isn't meat. The corn was bland but the sauce on it was finger licking good. Price- fair price for the meal ($12) in that it was filling with the sandwich and 2 sides, but the corn ($7) is way overpriced. It was small and just not worth the cost. Service- line wasn't long and Zach was great in helping us decide what to get.

Menu was cheaper at the truck than their online menu. So worth every penny!
Debra S.

Holy crap! Explosion of bbq that was missing just hit my taste buds. Being vegan, you don't get that immersive experience with "wings" anymore. As much as I don't want to eat the animal, I wanna use my hands and get dirty! This is the place. Super cute food truck which was next to a fried chicken place which has no line haha the guy was adorable and sweet and recommended items for a cheaper route to try more food. Too bad I'm passing through, this would have been my spot!

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It's been a challenge to find great Vegan BBQ Spots. But this place was great. The food was great

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Ask the Community - Houston Sauce Pit

What is the meat made out of?

I think it varies depending on what you get but the smoked links are pea protein, which is my go-to. Hope this helps!

Is there a way to get delivery or contactless pickup?

Yes there is contactless pickup online

Any gluten free/friendly options?

There aren't any except fries I'm assuming but I would check with them

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Pinkerton's Barbecue - Heights

Pinkerton's Barbecue - Heights

4.4
(1.8k reviews)
5.0 mi
$$

I was told to get the brisket, so I had had that in my mind and was so unsure about how much to…read moreget. It wasn't going to be a full pound, that's for sure. But then I learned about the mac and cheese... And saw that there is an option to add brisket to it. Done deal. And getting a pint was the perfect amount because I was nice and full after. The way the place is laid out, you go in, hop in line, and then claim a table after paying. A science specifically says not to hold the table before paying because it's unfair... First time I have seen a sign like that, but I get it. Honestly I was expecting just a sprinkle of brisket on top of the mac, but it was a hefty amount, and WOW WOW was it good! I added both of the homemade sauces to my food so I could taste the differences. The kick was nice, but I really did love the sweeter one. The sausage was good too, but I wish I got the jalapeno cheese one. I had opted not to since I already had so much mac and cheese. As if the barbecue wasn't good enough, they had a bar with a really friendly bartender who is eager to give city recommendations. It was thursday, and they had tequila deals, including some very strong $6 margaritas. We only did one round, and that was all we needed. We were also able to watch the World Cup game there. It was a total vibe and I know I would go back whenever I visit again. Geez, what is the other BBQ like in the city?!

Best BBQ hands down in Houston! Be prepared to wait, but when it's your turn, you'll be glad you…read moredid. Fair warning, if you wait to long, they might be sold out. When we got there, they were already sold out of sausage. After we ordered, they ran out of ribs and brisket and half the line that was waiting left. It was really tasty. I chose the pulled pork sandwich and it was juicy and tender. A definite recommend for this place. If you are from our of town, take an Uber, there is little to no parking.

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Jalapeño Cheese Sausage | Prime Brisket
Jalapeño Cheese Sausage | Prime Brisket
Jamalaya, Mac n Cheese, Tangy Coleslaw

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Jamalaya, Mac n Cheese, Tangy Coleslaw
CorkScrew BBQ

CorkScrew BBQ

4.6
(1.4k reviews)
24.6 mi
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Amazing food! I don't like potato salad but this is one was astonishing! Hospitality was…read moreoutstanding and welcoming, and the atmosphere was alive without feeling overwhelming.

Did I get up at 7am to make the trip up to Spring for BBQ? Yes…read moreDid I get in line an hour before the opened? Also yes Was it worth it? Heck yes! A 2-year Michellin star BBQ joint was a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon. My friends and I got there around 10am and were lucky enough to grab a number. The number secures your spot in line but don't worry if you show up and they run out, there's a spot on the porch where the non-number line starts. We ordered moist brisket, garlic sausage, and the beef rib. For sides, we went with mac and cheese and beans. Everything was superb! The brisket melted in your mouth, no knife needed. The sausage had a nice snap to it and get great flavor. The bark on the beef rib was *chef's kiss*. The mac and cheese was creamy while the beans had a nice sweet and tangy flavor. The service is also great! While we were eating, staff would regularly check all of the tables to check if anyone needed anything. The staff taking our order also chatted with us about other BBQ spots we've been to. Everything was such a great experience and the quality of the food is 100/10!

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Pick up here
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The Dino Rib - humongous!
The Dino Rib - humongous!
Side porch of the restaurant. Covered outdoor seating is to t he left. Indoor seating is inside.

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Side porch of the restaurant. Covered outdoor seating is to t he left. Indoor seating is inside.
Henderson & Kane

Henderson & Kane

4.6
(367 reviews)
2.7 mi
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Family-owned & operated
Women-owned & operated

This place has a special place in my foodie heart! The interior being a historic convenience store…read moremakes it feel homey and very local. I got here often with my roommate and always have a great time mix and matching any 6 beers into a 6-pack deal. The fatty brisket and sausage is amazing. I love that they offer a variety of menu items now as well. Steak nights, wine nights, and brunch options show how much effort they put in. I wouldn't say the bbq is the best I've ever had in Houston .... BUT still deserves a 5 star review in my book.

Update: Veronica reached out to me willing to make this…read moreexperience right. Issues will come up from time to time but how you handle them says a lot about you as a business owner. I'm adjusting my review to reflect Veronica's willingness to turn this experience into an opportunity. We were looking forward to trying this restaurant while staying at a hotel in Houston for medical treatments. We had it delivered to our hotel and sadly it wasn't the best experience. When we got our order to the room we were missing one side that we ordered. We got Mac n cheese, green beans and potato salad with a brisket/smoked chicken combo and a brisket/ribs. I was shocked to see two pieces of brisket and a chicken breast for $28. Maybe it was an off night but the quality just wasn't there. All the food was cold (our fault bc we ordered it for delivery) and was lacking flavor. Overall, we'd rate it like this: Brisket 3/5 Chicken 2/5 Mac n cheese 1.5/5 Green beans 3/5 Ribs 3/5 Potato salad 2/5 Maybe they were having a bad night but I wish our experience was better.

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We can provide specialty set ups to fit your catering package.
We can provide specialty set ups to fit your catering package.
Henderson & Kane
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Killen's Barbecue

Killen's Barbecue

4.2
(3k reviews)
12.6 mi
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Killen's never disappoints…read more Their beef ribs were just short of amazing. Juicy, succulent, tender. For a giant piece of meat on the bone, they worked wonders. You can ask to see the piece of rib before they cut it for you and they will happily oblige (patrons behind you might not be so thrilled with that move, but they'll live). Sides were excellent as were the mashed potatoes with white gravy on the side, green beans that were just tender enough, but also a bit crunchy. Perfect. They were seasoned with pork, so if that's not your thing, you might want to skip it. We also ordered their shareable onion rings, easily enough for three people that were huge, hot, and crispy. Let's get this out of the way, some of their prices are a little up there, but if you're anything like me, and don't frequent BBQ places often, it's a rare but enjoyable treat. Sometimes you have to splurge and live a little. Also, they have their regular sauce on tables, but you now have to ask the cashier for their sublime coffee BBQ sauce. Don't be shy, ask. It's worth it. Oh, pro tip: If you want beef ribs, the 'plate' is actually cheaper and a better deal than 'by the pound', so save a little money and get two sides.

The food was ok, the Brisket Sandwich a bit dry for my taste…read more My Companion had the Pulled Pork Sandwich, she said it was good but didn't care for the Potato Salad. Service was good and quick serviced from steam tables. Employees friendly but quiet. Casual dining but a bit loud. The restaurant was clean. Lots of parking. But 54$ for two Sandwiches, one with 2 sides it a bit much.

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Dining room after restaurant closed
Dining room after restaurant closed
Banana and Bread Pudding Combo
Banana and Bread Pudding Combo
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The exterior

Houston Sauce Pit - vegan - Updated July 2026

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