This was our second time at Hutchins BBQ. First time was great and the brisket and pork ribs I had…read morewere moist and excellent all around. The second time we took the family there the wife and kids got chopped brisket sandwiches which were good. I got the brisket and jalapeno sausage. Sadly, while it had a good char the brisket was dry as heck. Not good for a signature item on the menu.

This is the best bbq I have had. Been doing some smoking of my own and I can really appreciate…read morewhat they are doing there. You don't need sauce, the meat has plenty of flavor and smoke on its own. Great bark on this bbq. You also get a full condiment bar and free dessert if you eat in. Take some pickles , onions and bread. Ask for the pit tour, the manager and Russell were very kind and gave a great information about the operation and showed us around. This place is ran like a bbq naval battleship. Extremely precise and impressive operation. I could go into depth but not sure you would care. The ambiance is southern and feels nice and American. You can eat inside or outside. Even if there is a long line don't worry because there is plenty of seating. You want bomb bbq come here , get the tour.

Good lord, Twin Stacks BBQ was phenomenal. My office building had a food truck day, and this was…read morethe perfect indulgent treat for a stressful workday. I got the "Big mouth" sandwich. The meat was so tender, juicy, and flavorful.

My DIL hired this food truck for a party. Wow excellent meats and above average sides served by…read moreAdam and helpers with a smile. Do not hesitate to hire these guys for your event. The food is much better than many BBQ restaurants. I would put them up there with Hutchins and Blacks.

I love this place. I went there almost every night that I was in Dallas!…read more The staff is very kind, helpful, and the food was amazing. We ordered a little bit of everything and had a ball every night. Great for groups

We went to Gao's BBQ & Crab in Allen after a graduation celebration with a party of 14 people. I'll…read moredo my best to give an objective review. The biggest issue for us was the ordering system. Everyone has to scan a QR code, place their own order, and enter their phone number. For a large group, this became very confusing because when the food came out, there was no clear way to tell who ordered what. We spent a lot of time trying to figure out which dishes belonged to each person. If you're coming with a big party, I definitely recommend making a list of everyone's orders ahead of time so it's easier to organize when the food arrives. The food itself was extremely spicy. Most of the BBQ items -- seafood, chicken, beef, and pork -- seemed to have the same heavy cumin and spicy seasoning, so the flavors started tasting very similar. Personally, that wasn't for us. However, the soy sauce fried rice and the cold noodles were really good and stood out the most from the meal. The service was good overall, although communication was a little difficult at times because it was hard to understand the staff's accents. The restaurant itself was clean and well kept. I think this place may work much better for smaller groups, but for our large party it was stressful and the food flavors were too repetitive for our taste. Unfortunately, it's probably not somewhere we would return to. Also they added 25% tip mandatory without mentioning it anywhere ; It was an experience though

Delicious food and a clean, quiet place. The staff is…read morefriendly, food was prepaired quickly. Will come back again.

This review is based solely on a to go order. The restaurant is linked to a grocery store. From the…read moremoment, I walked in; I was helped by a nice lady. I did order the food ahead of time. I tried the baba ganoush, the mixed grill and the chicken kebab. Some of the meat tasted dry. Perhaps, it would be fresher in the restaurant (although it was not a long drive home). I was also disappointed that some items on the order were cancelled, and there was no communication of that. It was worth a try, but I'm not sure that I would order takeout from here again. I would give it a chance dining in though.

Went on 1/13/23…read more The location was slightly different; it was a food-truck circle with a Japanese Hibachi truck. Talked to Kenneth; very friendly. Let me sample the brisket. Mmm! I opted for pork ribs and coleslaw since that's what someone else ordered. =) The ribs were really great except the rub/crust made it a little saltier than I like. But I never use salt at a restaurant, and I order my In-N-Out fries cooked light, no salt. =) I should've just rubbed a little of the salt off the ribs and/or used a little water. So I would order that again. The coleslaw had a really good spicy kick. I think I like mine a little more chopped up, but I could've just thrown it in a food processor. Anyway, definitely worth trying the coleslaw. They have an unusual pizza, but this was the first weekend they didn't have the dough. They cater. And I think they know a good cajun cook. I love cajun, so I should've asked more about whether he was catering only, or if you could pick up at the food truck. Overall, good food. Friendly owners. Innovating, but not cutting corners. Wishing them all the best success!

Absolutely wonderful guys! I called a few days before because I needed a large order of their…read moresmoked jalapeños. I got a very quick response! Absolutely delicious! Recommend!

My wife and I stopped in this restaurant in downtown McKinney and it did not disappoint. We just…read morewanted to share one small meal together and the NY strip and Large Caesar salad were plenty to feed two people. The steak was super flavorful and was cooked to perfection. It was a warm pink middle and a crusty exterior. The sauces were a great accompaniment. I didn't much care for the red wine reduction, but the chimichurri and the creamy horseradish were outstanding. The Caesar salad was delicious and executed well. All the food hit the spot and made me want to try even more of the menu. Our waitress was very kind and had the southern hospitality and accent down pat haha! She gave us fast service and was very attentive. The unique factor for me here was the back story. I heard the owner has a ranch up north which is where the meat is sourced from and he also has a Local Yocal Farm to Market shop close by the restaurant which I'm looking forward to checking out as well. I give it a five stars because I am looking forward to going back for more delicious food and sharing the meal with friends!

From the moment we walked in, to the your we took after our meal, everything was spot on! Meet the…read moreM.O.D. along with our server who had explained how everything was local resourced and where it came from. The pricing is awesome. Food delicious. Definitely or new date night place to go to.

We spent our afternoon on the patio at Stix. The food was great. We all loved the onion dip and…read morequeso. Atmosphere was very enjoyable Best service I have had in forever, our waiter AJ was fantastic, we were impressed with how the wait staff worked together and were so friendly. Definatelt do not skip the frozen cosmopolitan.

We were in a mood to eat burgers and found Stix on Yelp since we wanted to look at a new place, our…read moreregulars are Rodeo Goat and Kenney's. Had read great reviews which was reassuring. You have to seat yourself - there were enough vacant tables to pick from. Within a few minutes, our server was over and helped us narrow down on what we wanted to order. I went for a Crushed Velvet Mule in addition to Cali, Buffalo (both grilled versions) and Burg B Q. We told our server that between me and my wife, we will be sharing the chicken sandwich and hence requested that it be sliced into 2. Not only were the burgers sliced, it was served in separate plates with sides as well - that was a really nice touch. Cali was a bit bland, Buffalo and Burg B Q were both really nice. The drink was nice as well. There was live music but we were seated near a table that was pretty boisterous, could hardly hear anything. The outdoor seating overlooking greenery and events they do at the restaurant make the place quite different - we will definitely be back soon to try other options on the menu.

Perhaps not everything is bigger in Texas, but Rudys stuffed baked potato sure is! I am from…read moreMinnesota and there is nothing quite like Rudy's there, i.e. restaurant/store/gas station. Still, if we had not been getting carryout, it seemed like a pleasant place to sit down and eat, too. This is order at the counter service, and they were happy to explain things to this non-native. Everything was carefully packed to maintain temperature and avoid spills. I enjoyed the brisket with spicy sauce, though I have since heard some people really prefer the moist type, I think dry was right for me. I got a side of coleslaw so I could get my veggies in; it had a creamy yet not too heavy dressing. The stuffed potato was tasty, especially with all the recommended toppings, but it was the size of a small football! I had to put half of it in the fridge.

First time here. Brisket is a NO. I got one good bite but the moment it starts to cool off, game…read moreover. Not juicy, tender, and really no flavor. The pulled pork was mediocre. My favorite part of the whole experience was the sausage (how do you mess that up?) and the potato salad. I think I'm just finding that it's better to smoke your own meats at home. Half the price and 100x better. Service also wasn't the best. Lady at the register was dead inside. I could tell this was the last place she wanted to be today. Side note: waving your hand in the air to call my attention when I am not looking your direction is no way of letting a line of people know you are ready to take their order. "Next guest, please!" goes a long way. Possibly why she was so irritated when I finally got to the counter.

Worth the wait and drive from the farther out neighborhoods in the northern DFW area…read more It's been cool to see Filipino spots growing in variety and exposure in the Metroplex. Their Bangus and other silog options (all day btw) were fantastic. My niece absolutely loves the UBE PANCAKES which make for a perfect mid-day dessert (and mid-day nap fuel)

Update: April 27, 2025…read more Went to have late lunch here for a Sunday Family get together. I ordered Lechon Kawali Silog and wifey ordered Tapsilog both with garlic rice. The food is great, taste like Metro-Manila restaurants cooked food. Their place hasn't change. They have two new bench dining tables. They just installed a new front business sign that can be easily seen from the highway. For dessert, ordered Halo-Halo and Mlik Tea with Boba. Taste great. Still the same owners and cook. Food is moderately price.

Spent the afternoon at The Yard and honestly couldn't have picked a better setting. Beautiful…read moreambiance tucked under the trees with a relaxed energy that makes it easy to lose track of time. Brooke was amazing sweet, knowledgeable, attentive, and never once pushy. Service felt natural and welcoming from start to finish. Had the Cobb salad with shrimp along with an Austin raspberry cider, and both hit the spot for a warm afternoon. Fresh, light, and refreshing while enjoying the outdoor atmosphere. One of those places that feels effortlessly charming without trying too hard. Perfect spot to unwind, have good conversation, and enjoy a slow afternoon.

Crowded Overpriced…read more Disorganized There's alot more brunch options locally that cater to larger and smaller parties that allow dogs and kids and there's not an hour + wait. Your paying I guess for an experience thats trendy and somewhat insta-wortht, which is crowded and loud with arguably better food a mule down the stret