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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.

    Exterior
    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.

    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!

    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 .

    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.

    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

    Flame Broiler Burger and fries.
    Susanne H.

    I finally made it to this known establishment, to check out their Menu of 100% Vegan Options. I started with the Flame Broiler Burger with Cheese, BBQ Sauce, Onions, and Pickles. All 100% Vegan. In addition, I ordered their Wangs Plate, along with fries. In my haste to take a bite, I proceeded to my vehicle. First of all... The Burger was hearty in portion. But moreover, I have NEVER tasted a Vegan Burger as GOOD as this one. There was no putrid after taste. Extremely perfectly seasoned. And the sauce on the grilled burger was as if I had exclusive rights to the secret of a grill master. On to the Wings, or as they call them Wangs. The sauce was Amazing, yet again. The taste of the wings were pretty good, to be Vegan. I will definitely be back for More of this bite of delicious delight. Good job Houston Sauce Pit.

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

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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 - Beef Ribs/Prime Brisket/Pork Ribs - 5/5 - Everything was great. You can tell just by looking the smoke ring and bark

    Pinkerton's Barbecue - Heights

    4.4(1.9k reviews)
    5.0 miThe Heights
    $$

    First off we chose a Saturday to travel to Houston from lower Brazoria County to try Pinkerton's…read more We chose this Airline location because the other location didn't have Beef Ribs in their menu. I love chosing busy days and times to try a business, it shows what they can keep in stock, how well they know their community and busy hours. This location at 1:30 (the time we actually got to order) was not sold out of any item on their menu. What we ordered: - Beef Ribs - Glazed Pork Ribs - Sausage Link: regular and cheddar - Brisket (sliced) - Bacon Mac & Cheese - Potato Salad - Duck and Sausage Jambalaya - Peach Cobaker - Banana Pudding over all Review of the whole place, 10/10. Line was organized and had available water for the heat. Servers out to offer beer and water and to pass out menus and explain the process of how this place works. Servers inside were constantly cleaning tables and available to get to go boxes and lids if needed. The meat was literally fall off the bone tender and juicy. Everything was Smokey and flavored wonderfully. My number one: the Mac and cheese! I dont know something about an amazing side took me away. Most places can't do a mac the way i like it, but the cheese stayed moist and creamy and the noodles were tender. the flavor was phenomenal. all of the meats were tender and fall off the bone and juicy. I have no complaints About any bite I took! Other than maybe taking too many bites XD. Would absolutely recommend if your visiting the area or live near by, go get some excellent barbecue.

    The brisket was hands down the star of the meal, it literally melted in my mouth. It was so tender…read moreI could pull it apart with just my fork. Easily some of the best brisket I've ever had. They had run out of beef ribs, so we ended up getting the pork chop instead, and it was really good! The mac and cheese with bacon was rich, cheesy, and delicious. The potato salad was a huge surprise, I'm usually not a potato salad person, but this one was a solid 10/10. The only thing I wouldn't recommend was this French-style side (it looked like a giant turd ). It was a 0/10 for me. I took one bite and couldn't eat the rest. The peach cobbler was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it didn't really wow me compared to everything else. Overall, the food was incredible, especially the brisket. I'll definitely be coming back. 10/10, highly recommend!

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    Pinkerton's Barbecue - Heights - Bathroom

    Bathroom

    Pinkerton's Barbecue - Heights - Jalapeño Cheese Sausage | Prime Brisket

    Jalapeño Cheese Sausage | Prime Brisket

    Pinkerton's Barbecue - Heights - Jamalaya, Mac n Cheese, Tangy Coleslaw

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    Jamalaya, Mac n Cheese, Tangy Coleslaw

    Truth BBQ - Brisket 1 Meat Plate

    Truth BBQ

    4.4(1.4k reviews)
    3.2 miWashington Corridor, The Heights
    $$

    Hands down, the best BBQ I've had in Houston so far…read more Brisket is brisket- you either dry it out or you absolutely nail it. They nailed it. Perfectly juicy, tender, and packed with smoky flavor. But what really puts this place over the top is the tater tot casserole. Great sides can make the meal, and this one absolutely does. It's ridiculously good... like I'd happily eat an entire bowl of just the casserole. We ordered the brisket, pork ribs, beef rib, both sausages, and, of course, a whole lot of tater tot casserole. While you're waiting in line, they hand out samples of the brisket so you can decide whether you want lean or fatty. Fatty all day for me. The beef rib was massive and had an incredible smoky flavor, but low-key, I think the sausages ended up being my favorite meat of the day. They were juicy, flavorful, and didn't get overshadowed by everything else. We got there around 11:00 a.m. on a Saturday and waited about an hour in line. It sounds long, but they make it easy with water and drinks available for purchase while you wait. The staff was friendly the entire time- from the people managing the line to the servers and the bussers making rounds through the dining room. Whatever you do... don't skip the tater tot casserole

    The meat is very tender but didn't have any real smoke bite that I was looking for…read more And the bbq sauces are SOOOOOOO vinegary...the mustard was the only one worth using. The tater tot casserole was awesome, but am I really going to a bbq place for potato's?

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    Truth BBQ - MERCH!!

    MERCH!!

    Truth BBQ - 2 Meat Plate Brisket

    2 Meat Plate Brisket

    Truth BBQ - Corn pudding

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    CorkScrew BBQ - Pulled pork, brisket, a rib with mac& cheese

    CorkScrew BBQ

    4.6(1.4k reviews)
    24.6 mi
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    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!

    I'm sort of embarrassed to say this is my first time here as it has become a staple in the…read morearea...But hey, I made it and I'm glad I did! I was mentally prepared for a line lol. I've passed by several times and the line has always deterred me, but this time I came with my game face and the patience of a saint. I arrived on a Friday at 11:03am to be exact. Yep, they open at 11am and yep there was already a line. I was shortly approached by an employee who handed me a paper menu and asked if I would like to purchase a drink while I wait in line. It was fairly hot outside but they had fans along the patio to give relief. The inside of the restaurant is not large but also not small, its first come first serve so get in where you fit in or opt to sit outside. I arrived to the front of the line around 12pm so it took about an hour of waiting in line. Ordering was smooth and it took no time for the food to be ready. Staff were friendly, and service was speedy. I ordered brisket(moist), pulled pork sandwich, mac n cheese, potato salad, beans, apple cobbler, and a baked potato. The potato salad was a pleasant surprise! It is not your traditional potato salad, but If you enjoy anything dill flavored, you'd love it! The brisket was moist and flavorful, melt in your mouth good!!! The other sides were just okay, not bad but nothing stood out. The cobbler was a bit too sweet and it did not seem as though the ingredients were mixed very well. It was like they dumped sugar on top and baked it without mixing it. Pulled pork sandwich was meaty and flavorful. Pretty good BBQ Experience!!!

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    CorkScrew BBQ - Inside seating

    Inside seating

    CorkScrew BBQ - The Dino Rib - humongous!

    The Dino Rib - humongous!

    CorkScrew BBQ - 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.

    Brisket & Rice - Prime Brisket

    Brisket & Rice

    4.5(508 reviews)
    18.8 mi
    $$

    So I recently moved to the area and was surprised that there was such an infamous restaurant right…read morearound the corner. After doing my research and seeing food bloggers post online about this place, I decided to try it! We went on a Saturday afternoon at 2 pm - packed! There were no tables available inside and there were people inside and outside waiting for their orders. That's something to be ready for if you come on a Saturday. Our order didn't actually take that long. Or maybe it took a little while and we didn't mind waiting. Either way, it wasn't that bad! Luckily it's located in a shopping area so there's always parking. My main gripe is that they close at 7pm. I'm sure there's a good reason for that but I've wanted to try it multiple times before but they've been closed! I ended up going with the infamous brisket and fried rice. The brisket was super tender - I was able to pull it apart with my fork. I typically shy away from brisket because usually it's tough. But this was delicious - tender and had a nice smoky flavor. Not overwhelming or too salty. The rice had a great flavor too. There were chunks of meat in that as well and the rice had a nice smoky flavor. Not too salty or greasy. It also came with some accoutrements - pickled onions, fresh pickled cucumbers, jalapeños, bbq sauce and bread. The cucumbers and onions stole the show - very fresh and refreshing. We were surprised at the pickled onions - they were soo good! Overall - worth the hype! I'll definitely be back to try ribs, chicken or pulled pork sandwich. I heard everything is good here!!

    Twice visited and was just as good. Recommend the go to Brisket and Rice! Big slab of brisket on…read moretop of a perfectly seasoned fried rice. To my surprise; fried rice was filled with extra brisket and chinese sausage! The pickle Jalapeño's were very tasty. Perhaps both the pickles and pickled Jalapeños are made in house. Only gripe that deducted a star would be the sitting arrangement. I mean there is only a handful of chairs available inside. They do have a spacious outdoor patio; but being almost 100 degrees outside it was not worth my sweat dripping down to the brisket making it saltier. Almost have to wait around and time it, until the next freed up seating is available. Don't recommend to bring young kids or large groups. If I was an angel investor, my money would go to them to expand to a larger location! Pains me to see large chain restaurants be able to afford such a large buildings and serve mediocre food. Eh hemmm.. Spring Creek Barbecue. Support local; Support H-town! Overall definitely worth a try!

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    Brisket & Rice - Inside (former location)

    Inside (former location)

    Brisket & Rice - Brisket & Fried Rice

    Brisket & Fried Rice

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    Killen's Barbecue

    Killen's Barbecue

    4.2(3k reviews)
    12.6 mi
    $$

    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.

    This establishment was recommended to me by an avid BBQ connoisseur + they have a Michelin star. We…read morewaited in line for about 30 minutes before getting to the counter to put in our order. The restaurant is cute and they do their best to keep the service consistent throughout the entire visit. The BBQ was a little dry but good. The disappointing part of the trip were the sides. 95% of the sides had pork in them which made the entire wait not worth it. This was my first time visiting and it will be my last.

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    Killen's Barbecue - Dining room after restaurant closed

    Dining room after restaurant closed

    Killen's Barbecue - Banana and Bread Pudding Combo

    Banana and Bread Pudding Combo

    Killen's Barbecue - The exterior

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    The exterior

    The Pit Room - Memorial

    The Pit Room - Memorial

    3.9(240 reviews)
    11.2 miMemorial
    $$

    Houston has no shortage of barbecue, but this place understands that great barbecue doesn't have to…read morecome with a two hour line or a tray piled a foot high. The counter service keeps things moving while the food speaks for itself. The brisket was exactly what you'd hope for: a pronounced bark, a rendered fat cap, and slices that held together until they were pulled apart. The surprise for me was the brisket taco. Instead of feeling like a gimmick, it showcased the meat in a different way, balancing smoke, richness, and fresh toppings without masking the brisket. Good barbecue restaurants know their sides matter just as much as the meat. The mac and cheese was creamy, the sausage had a satisfying snap, and the house barbecue sauce complemented rather than covered the smoke. If you're visiting Houston, this is the kind of place that reminds you why Texas barbecue has earned its reputation. Efficient counter service, excellent brisket, and enough menu variety to keep you coming back.

    I had been craving BBQ for a couple weeks and decided to give the pit room a try. My husband had…read morebeen here before for work and he enjoyed it so I decided to try! The environment is super cool, plenty of seating, a bar, private rooms, a dessert bar. I enjoyed the atmosphere, but the workers spoke Spanish to each other the whole time until it was time to check out, so there wasn't much engagement. Which lead to a mix up of my order that we had to fix. What we are all here for, the FOOD: Chicken: Very juicy, tender, basic chicken, a great portion. I was grossed out by the amount of blood under the skin. (I KNOW it's an animal with blood but I've never had bbq with that amount of blood on the meat) but I'm not penalizing them for it. Def 7/10! Brisket: Super tender, melted in the mouth, great taste. 8/10 Green beans: Not greasy, tender (not mushy or undercooked). I think they may have spilled the seasoning into the batch they main because holy moly, a TON of pepper and salt. I'm heavy handed with my seasonings but that amount didn't seem intentional. I'd never thought I'd say this but the flavor would've been great with less seasoning. 5/10 Mac&cheese: Nothing special but definitely better than most bbq spots. I enjoy the texture and light flavor 7/10 Elote: Yummy but where's the beloved cilantro?! 8/10 Cornbread: Great flavor, not dry, and had jalapeno peppers in it! Super yummy 9/10. My only thing too, they had only 2 bbq sauce options, a bourbon coffee and their house bbq. To me, they were not good at all. I was extremely disappointed in that. Other bbq spots have like 8 different bbq sauces

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    The Pit Room - Memorial - Here is where you start!  Check out that variety on their menu.

    Here is where you start! Check out that variety on their menu.

    The Pit Room - Memorial - One of my favorite BBQ spots in Houston. Pork ribs, brisket, beef rib, turkey, venison sausage.

    One of my favorite BBQ spots in Houston. Pork ribs, brisket, beef rib, turkey, venison sausage.

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